The flexible aluminium tube is the reference packaging for products that require maximum protection against light, oxygen, and moisture. Proven for decades in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, it combines unparalleled barrier performance with total and infinite recyclability.
MAC2 exclusively represents a European manufacturer specializing in aluminium tubes in the Swiss market. Our teams also operate in the French and Spanish markets.
Aluminium is suitable for offset printing, with either matt or glossy varnishes. It can include a tamper-evident feature and various shapes and colors of caps to stand out.
Offset · matte/glossy varnish · tamper-evidence
Aluminium offers an absolute barrier against the three main agents of product degradation:
aluminium can be recycled indefinitely without losing its properties or performance. It can also be manufactured using post-consumer recycled (PCR) aluminium.
offset printing enables high-quality decoration with excellent detail reproduction. Various coatings can be applied to create matt or glossy effects, coloured or transparent finishes.
your products are effectively protected from light, oxygen and moisture, helping to preserve their quality and stability.
Aluminum is one of the few packaging materials that can be recycled indefinitely without loss of properties. Unlike plastics that degrade with each recycling cycle, recycled aluminum is chemically identical to primary aluminum. We also propose the use of PCR aluminum.
Recycling aluminum consumes only 5% of the energy needed to produce primary aluminum. Very low carbon impact over the entire life cycle.
In the context of the PPWR regulation and European packaging recycling targets, the aluminum tube represents a strategically relevant choice for brands committed to sustainability.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Diameters | From Ø 13,5 mm to Ø 40 mm |
| Capacities | From 5 to 200 ml |
| Offset Printing | Up to 5 colours, matt or glossy varnish |
| Internal Coatings | With or without BPA |
| Manufacturing | Manufactured in Spain by a specialist aluminium tube producer with decades of expertise |
| Certifications | ISO 9001, ISO 15378 |
Despite the emergence of new materials, no other flexible packaging simultaneously provides a complete barrier to light and oxygen, usability flexibility, and infinite recyclability. For demanding applications, the aluminum tube remains the absolute reference.
What packaging developers ask us about flexible aluminum tubes.
We can offer tubes with 100% PCR aluminum.
Yes. The aluminum tube is the standard packaging for ointments, dermatological creams, and topical medications. It meets the requirements of European and American pharmacopoeias, with various internal coatings (with or without BPA) suited to the packaged product. However, you must ensure compatibility with your formulation.
Offset printing, on white or transparent lacquer with a matte or glossy finish. Colored lacquers are possible but may impact the MOQ. Aluminum is suitable for both understated technical decorations and high-end cosmetic finishes.
Yes. Thanks to its suitable internal coatings, the aluminum tube withstands aggressive formulations (glues, sealants, lubricants, technical chemicals) while ensuring product integrity and a complete barrier.
Pharmaceutical, dermatological, technical cosmetics, or industry : our teams assist you in choosing the tube, internal coating, and decoration. Response within 48 business hours.
