High Barrier Aluminum Foil for Pharmaceutical Strip Pack Packaging with Custom Options
10/24 2025 Leo
Features
- Exceptional Barrier Performance: Provides excellent resistance against moisture, oxygen, light, and contamination, preserving the active pharmaceutical ingredients.
- Superior Mechanical Strength: High tensile strength and puncture resistance to protect contents during handling and distribution.
- Custom Thickness & Width: Various gauges and widths available to suit different strip pack configurations.
- Medical Grade Compliance: Manufactured under strict quality controls compliant with FDA and USP standards.
- Easy Sealability: Compatible with multiple laminates ensuring secure and hermetic seals.
- Printable Surface Options: Customizable for branding, printing, and product information.
Applications
| Application Area | Description | Benefits |
|---|
| Pharmaceutical Strip Pack | Packaging tablets, capsules, and powders in strip packs | Protects medication integrity, facilitates on-the-go doses |
| Medical Device Packaging | Enclose sterile product components | Maintains sterility, enhances durability |
| Nutraceutical & Health Supplements | Pack powders and tablets | Moisture- and oxygen-tight, prolongs shelf life |
| Diagnostic Kit Packaging | Packaging reagents and diagnostic components | Prevents degradation, supports labeling options |
Chemical Composition
High Barrier Aluminum Foil uses alloy 8011, specially chosen for packaging and pharmaceutical applications due to its balance of flexibility, strength, and barrier properties.
| Element | Typical Weight % Range |
|---|
| Aluminum (Al) | 97.0 – 99.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.3 – 0.8 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.05 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.5 – 1.0 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.5 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Others (each) | ≤ 0.05 |
Mechanical Properties
These specifications ensure foils maintain integrity throughout filling, shipment, and consumer use.
| Property | Typical Range | Test Method |
|---|
| Tensile Strength | 110 – 140 MPa | ASTM E8 / ASTM B557 |
| Elongation (%) | 10 – 20% | ASTM E8 |
| Hardness | 40 – 65 HV | Vickers Hardness |
| Puncture Resistance | High, varies by thickness | Industry standard |
| Thickness Range | 6 µm – 30 µm | Micrometer - Digital |
Barrier Performance
| Parameter | Measured Value | Unit | Description |
|---|
| Oxygen Transmission Rate | ≤ 0.01 | cc/m²/day | Near impermeability required for pharma |
| Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) | ≤ 0.01 | gm/m²/day | Moisture barrier efficiency |
| Light Transmission | 0.0 | % | 100% opacity for photo-sensitive drugs |
Product Customization Options
| Parameter | Options Available | Customer Benefits |
|---|
| Thickness | 6 µm – 30 µm | Select the appropriate protection level and flexibility |
| Width | 50 mm to 1000 mm | Accommodate different packaging machine configurations |
| Surface Treatment | Bright, Matt, Printed | Improve aesthetics and product info presentation |
| Coating | Heat Seal Lacquer, PVDC Coat | Enhanced sealing and chemical resistance |
| Roll Length | Customizable as per production needs | Tailored to meet production runs and inventory minimization |
Benefits at a Glance
- Preserves Medication Efficacy: Extreme moisture and oxygen tightness ensures long shelf life.
- Reduces Contamination Risk: Robust physical barrier enhances drug safety.
- Production Efficiency: Compatibility with form-fill-seal machines streamlines packaging lines.
- Flexibility for Innovation: Custom options support product differentiation.
- Regulation Compliance: Meets or exceeds pharmaceutical industry standards.
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