The custom presentation tin boxes with EVA foam inserts are developed for brands, importers, promotional product companies, electronics suppliers, tool manufacturers and gift-set buyers that need both reusable metal packaging and a precisely fitted internal presentation system. The outer tin can be fully customised with printed artwork, brand colours, metallic effects and decorative finishes. Inside, a die-cut EVA foam insert is produced around the actual products rather than using a generic compartment layout. This allows pens, electronic accessories, tools, cards, USB drives, jewellery, promotional items and multi-piece sets to remain organised during transport and retail display.
Product Name :
Tin Box with EVA Foam InsertDimensions :
L290*W210*H165mmShape :
Rectangular, CustomizableDesign :
Customizable, ODM / OEMPrinting :
CMYK, Pantone and selected metallic effectsSurface Finish :
Matte, gloss, metallic effects, embossing or debossingMaterial :
0.23 mm Food-Grade TinplateMOQ :
5,000 pcsLead Time :
35 DaysPackaging :
Opp Bag + Master Carton
For this type of packaging, the insert should normally be confirmed before the final tin depth is approved. If the metal box is selected first and the foam is added afterwards, there may not be enough space for the required foam thickness, finger access or lid clearance.
We therefore begin with the products that will be placed inside the box.
Typical information required includes:
Once these details are confirmed, the cavity layout can be developed before the final custom foam insert tin box dimensions are fixed.
EVA is commonly selected for presentation packaging because it can be cut into clean, controlled shapes and offers a more refined appearance than loose packing material.
A properly designed insert can:
The foam does not need to follow a simple rectangular layout. Long slots, circular cavities, irregular outlines and several different compartment depths can be combined in the same insert.
A metal presentation box with foam insert is particularly useful when several components need to be sold together but should not touch each other inside the package.
For example, one insert may include:
The result is more organised than placing several items loosely inside a standard tin and can help the complete set feel more valuable at the point of presentation.
The combination of a reusable metal shell and a fitted EVA insert works across a wide range of non-food products.
| Product Type | Typical Insert Requirement | Why a Presentation Tin Works |
| Pens and writing sets | Long precision-cut slots with finger notches | Keeps multiple writing instruments aligned and ready for gifting |
| USB drives and electronics | Small fitted cavities with accessory compartments | Separates the device, cable, adapter and information card |
| Small tools | Deep cavities shaped around individual components | Reduces movement and provides a reusable storage case |
| Jewellery and accessories | Soft or laminated foam with compact cavities | Improves presentation while preventing pieces from moving together |
| Promotional gift sets | Mixed-size cavities for several branded items | Combines several promotional products in one coordinated package |
| Collectibles and commemorative items | Custom-shaped recess with controlled depth | Turns the outer tin into part of the long-term storage package |
The correct foam specification depends on the weight, shape and surface of the packed item. A lightweight promotional product does not necessarily require the same insert construction as a metal tool or electronic device.
Several details can be adjusted during development:
Black EVA is one of the most frequently used options because it creates a neutral background for a wide range of products and works well with premium printed metal packaging.
The cavity should normally hold the product securely without requiring excessive force to remove it. If the fit is too tight, customers may damage the product or foam when taking the item out. If it is too loose, the presentation benefit of the fitted insert is lost.
The total internal height should include more than the thickness of the product itself.
We normally consider:
A product that sits too high may press against the lid, while a cavity that is too deep can make the product difficult to remove. This is why insert testing is an important part of sample approval.
The metal tin itself can be developed as a strong visual part of the presentation rather than acting as a plain outer case.
Buyers can customise:
For a premium presentation programme, an ornate printed lid and side-wall pattern can be combined with a simpler interior. For example, the exterior may use deep navy printing with detailed gold decorative artwork, while the inside of the lid remains completely plain with a gold metal finish.
This contrast keeps the outside visually rich while preventing the interior from competing with the products displayed in the black EVA insert.
For the design shown on this product, the inside of the lid is intentionally left without printed artwork.
A plain gold interior offers several advantages:
Silver or clear-lacquer interiors can also be considered depending on the selected tinplate and design.
A presentation tin box can be developed with different lid structures depending on how the finished package will be used.
A removable lid offers a clean construction and can be practical for storage. A hinged lid remains connected to the body and may be preferable when the package will be opened frequently or displayed as a complete presentation case.
The final structure should be selected before the EVA insert is approved because the hinge, lid depth and internal rolled edges can change the usable space inside the box.
One common mistake is sourcing the tin and foam insert separately without confirming the production tolerances of both components.
The metal tin is a formed product, so small dimensional tolerances are normal. EVA inserts must therefore be designed with sufficient allowance to fit into the production tin without buckling, lifting at the corners or becoming too loose.
During development we check:
We normally recommend checking existing rectangular and square moulds before developing a new metal structure. The EVA insert offers considerable flexibility because the cavity layout can be changed without changing the outer tin.
For example, the same presentation tin mould could be used for:
Only the EVA insert and printed artwork need to change.
This can make an existing tin mould commercially attractive for brands developing several product programmes around the same packaging size.
For a more accurate quotation, buyers should provide as much product information as possible at the beginning of the project.
If the final product samples can be supplied during development, the EVA cavities can be checked directly against the physical items before mass production.
Yes. The cavity can be developed according to product dimensions, drawings or physical samples. Rectangular, round and irregular product outlines can all be considered.
Yes. One EVA insert can include several cavities with different shapes and depths for a complete presentation or promotional set.
Yes. Finger-access notches can be positioned beside selected cavities so customers can remove products more easily.
No. The inside can remain plain gold, silver or clear-coated. For this product design, a plain gold lid interior is recommended to create contrast with the black EVA insert.
Yes. The lid and side walls can use full-colour illustrations, repeating patterns, decorative borders, metallic effects and brand graphics.
Yes. This is one of the main advantages of this packaging system. One existing metal tin mould can support different product sets by changing the foam insert layout.
No. The EVA insert helps position and cushion products but does not make the metal tin airtight or waterproof.
The standard MOQ is 5,000 pieces per design. Special foam specifications, multiple designs or new tooling may affect the final requirement.
Sample development normally takes approximately 7–10 days, while mass production generally requires around 25–35 days after the tin structure, artwork and EVA insert have been approved.