Coil weight
500 kg to 9,000 kg per coil (typical mill range; confirm at enquiry)
Product
Electrolytic Tinplate (ETP) Supplier & indenting agents in Pakistan
We supply electrolytic tinplate for food and industrial packaging in Prime and Secondary quality, as sheet or coil, so you can match presses, slitters, and end-making lines. Tin coating, temper, and finish are booked to your specification. We coordinate mill certificates and import paperwork with your converter or can-maker. Regular sourcing routes include mills in China, the EU, Japan, South Korea, and the USA, subject to allocation and freight. Examples buyers often cite: Tata Steel, Arcelor Mittal, Hoogovens, thyssenkrupp Rasselstein, JFE (Japan). Pricing and lead time vary by origin, coating class, width bundle, and volume. Share your enquiry for current availability.
Technical Specifications
Standard ranges we can source. Custom specs outside these ranges may be available depending on mill and order volume. Indicative pricing depends on temper, tin coating, origin, and shipment size. Ask for current mill offers.
HS Code
Typical: 7210.12 when 600 mm or wider; 7212.1000 when under 600 mm wide.
Regulatory duty 0% on ETP up to 600 mm wide (H.S Code 7212.1000) under Pakistan SRO. Confirm at clearance.
Origins
China, EU, Japan, Korea, USA
Packaging
Eye-to-sky / eye-to-wall, steel strapping, moisture protection per mill standard
Product type
Electrolytic tinplate (ETP), electrolytically tin coated
Reference mills
Examples often quoted: Tata Steel, Arcelor Mittal, Hoogovens, thyssenkrupp Rasselstein, JFE (Japan). Confirm pedigree and bundle on the mill certificate.
Thickness
0.15 mm to 0.50 mm (typical finished packaging gauges)
Tin coating
Nominal or differential g/m² per side. Typical 0.5/0.5 to 11.2/11.2.
Width
Mill master and slit sizes under 600 mm and 600 mm or wider; slit to body or end width.
Standards
ASTM A623General requirements (US)
ASTM A624Single-reduced coil (US)
EN 10202European standard
JIS G3303Japanese standard
Surface finish
BrightB
MatteM
Temper reference (principal grades)
T1-T5 (mostly SR) and DR7.5-DR9 (DR). Feel & typical use is plain language; other columns are typical EN, anneal, yield, Rockwell.
| Grade | Feel & typical use | Typical EN 10202 | Anneal | SR / DR | Yield (MPa) | Rockwell 30-T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | Softest, light draw. Bakeware, shallow pressings. | TS230 | BA | SR | 230 | 46-52 |
| T2 | Soft-medium, commercial line. Routine food cans. | TS245 | BA | SR | 245 | 50-56 |
| T3 | Medium stiffness. General-purpose can bodies. | TS275 | BA | SR | 275 | 54-60 |
| T4 | Firmer, moderate deep draw. Aerosol tops, stiffer sections. | TS290 / TH415 | BA / CA | SR | 290 / 415 | 58-64 |
| T5 | Harder SR, stiff. Ends, crowns, heavy presswork. | TH435 | CA | SR | 435 | 62-68 |
| DR7.5 | Thin stiff DR body. 3-piece can bodies, light gauge. | TH520 | BA / CA | DR | 520 | - |
| DR8 | Very stiff DR. Bodies, tabstock, some aerosol parts. | TH550 | BA / CA | DR | 550 | 73 |
| DR8.5 | Extra stiff DR. Twist-off caps, drawn shells. | TH580 | CA | DR | 580 | - |
| DR9 | Stiffest DR. Ends, high-strength closures. | TH620 | CA | DR | 620 | 76 |
Abbreviations
BA batch annealing (coils in a furnace cycle). CA continuous annealing (strip through a line). SR single-reduced: one main cold pass after anneal. DR double-reduced: extra cold rolling for thinner, stiffer strip.
Indicative only. Your certificate and mill rules govern. Korea and others may use parallel names (e.g. T-1 to T-5, DR-7 to DR-9).
Types of ETP
ETP is sold in different physical forms. Below are common distinctions when you align mill offers with shears, slitters, and press lines.
Type of ETP
Rectangular prime (China)
Prime tinplate cut or stocked as rectangular sheet from China-origin mills. Typical when you need stable surface and gauge for lithography runs, flat layouts, and conventional can-making where the bundle matches shear or blanking plans.
Type of ETP
Scrolled sheet
Material supplied in a scrolled lay-up: coil or sheet wound or stacked so it feeds from a scroll. Check scroll direction, core size, and edge condition against your uncoiler, shear, or line entry.
Application (Pakistan)
A category where tinplate still dominates: lithographed metal cans for shelf-stable oils and ghee, with strong barrier performance, a familiar retail format, and bold brand presence.
Application
Edible oil & ghee tins
Vegetable ghee and cooking oils are still widely packed in tinplate cans here: stiff enough for stacking and retail handling, barrier performance buyers expect, and lithography that carries household brands clearly. We align ETP temper, tin coating, and dimensions with your can line or converter.
Thickness: 0.20 mm - 0.30 mmTemper: SR/DR
For import buyers & export suppliers
Karachi-based: we align mill fit, specifications, and paperwork for importers and overseas suppliers, without the inbox noise.
For Buyers / Importers
Spec to shipment
- One enquiry, multiple origins and lead times.
- Live production images and videos, plus loading images.
- LC and mill docs with your team through handover.
For Suppliers / Exporters
Real buyers, not bulk lists
- Share grades, coatings, and tonnage. We match Pakistan demand.
- Introductions to vetted industrial buyers.
- Specs, samples, and documents aligned locally.
ETP vs other flat steel
Compare electrolytic tinplate (ETP) with cold rolled (CRC) strip and with zinc-coated products (GI hot-dip galvanized, GL Galvalume).
| Aspect | ETP (tinplate) | CRC (cold rolled) |
|---|---|---|
| Surface protection | Tin-coated; barrier and shelf appearance for metal packaging | Bare steel; needs paint or oil for long-term corrosion control |
| Surface finish | Bright or matte tin; lithography-friendly, solderable where needed | Bright, smooth CR; tight gauge and shape for downstream finishing |
| Typical use | Tin cans, ends, closures, aerosol parts, food and industrial packaging | Inner panels, precision stampings, auto and appliance parts you coat later |
| Price level | Higher (includes tin coating and packaging temper) | Lower base steel cost before painting or plating |
| Best when you need | Can-making temper, lithography on tin, or food-contact barrier in tin | CR mechanical properties and a painted or plated final surface |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from import buyers and export suppliers.
What is tinplate?
Tinplate is thin flat steel coated with tin, usually sold as electrolytic tinplate (ETP). The tin layer helps resist rust, supports soldering or welding where needed, and takes lithography well. It is supplied as sheet or coil for can lines, slitters, and end-making.
What is tinplate made of?
A low-carbon steel base is cold-rolled to finished thickness, then given a thin electrolytic tin coating on each side (tin mass in g/m² per side, per your specification). Temper (T or DR grades), surface finish, and tin coating class are what mills list on the test certificate.
What is tinplate used for?
Mainly packaging: food cans, edible oil and ghee tins, aerosol and general-line cans, ends and closures, twist-off caps, and other formed metal packs where you need stiffness, barrier performance, and print quality. The right grade matches your press, can design, and shelf life.
Do you publish tinplate prices on the website?
No. Pricing depends on temper, tin coating, width, origin, exchange levels, and quantity. Send your specification and we respond with current mill-backed guidance.
What is the usual minimum order quantity for tinplate?
Mill orders are often quoted in bulk tonnes per specification; exact MOQ varies by mill and schedule. Ask for current MOQ and availability for your bundle.
What documents do you align for a tinplate indent?
We coordinate mill certificates, contract alignment, and bank paperwork with your team. The exact pack depends on your LC and clearance rules.
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Ready to source tinplate?
Tell us grade, dimensions, quantity, and destination. Our team at Moin Steel Market, Karachi responds with sourcing options and guidance, typically within one business day.