Tin boxes are not oven-safe and should never be used for baking.   This is one of the most common questions we receive from bakery brands, gift brands, and importers. And it’s an important one—because using tin packaging incorrectly can create safety risks, quality issues, and unnecessary liability.   That said, tin packaging still plays a major role in bakery products, when used the right way. Understanding this difference can help brands avoid mistakes while unlocking real packaging value.   Are Tin Boxes Safe for Oven Use?   No. Tin boxes should not be placed in an oven or used for baking.   Standard tinplate boxes are manufactured for packaging, storage, and presentation, not for direct exposure to high temperatures. When heated in an oven, tin boxes may experience: Paint peeling or blistering Discoloration of printed surfaces Degradation of protective coatings   From both a food safety and brand responsibility standpoint, baking in tin boxes is not recommended.   Why Tinplate Is Not Designed for Baking   Tin boxes are typically made from tinplate—a thin steel sheet coated with tin, then finished with printing inks and protective varnishes.   This structure performs very well under normal conditions: Storage and warehousing Transportation and handling Long-term reuse as gift or storage boxes   However, these coatings are not food-grade baking coatings. They are not engineered to withstand sustained oven temperatures. This is why bakery molds and tin packaging serve completely different purposes, even if they look similar at first glance.       Why Tin Boxes Are Often Confused with Baking Containers   The confusion usually comes from appearance.   Some baking trays are made from aluminum or silicone and are certified for oven use. Tin boxes may resemble them visually, but their design priorities are very different. Tin packaging is developed for: Branding and shelf impact Structural durability Reusability and gifting value   This makes tin boxes ideal for bakery packaging tin solutions, but not for baking itself.   What Happens If Tin Boxes Are Heated?   In real-world scenarios, heating tin boxes can cause: Separation of surface coatings Loss of adhesion between layers Visible cosmetic damage   Even if a tin box appears “fine” after heating, that does not mean it is safe or compliant. For food brands, avoiding this uncertainty is always the smarter choice.   The Right Way to Use Tin Boxes for Baked Goods   While tin boxes cannot go in the oven, they are widely used after baking—especially for cookies, biscuits, and seasonal gift products.   The safest and most common approach is to combine tin boxes with inner packaging, such as: Food-grade PE or PET inner bags Aluminum foil pouches Greaseproof paper or inner trays   This method prevents direct food contact while allowing brands to benefit from the strength and premium look of metal packaging.   Why Inner Packaging Adds More Than Just Safety   Using an inner liner is not only about compliance—it also delivers commercial value: Brand experience: Tin boxes become reusable keepsakes, extending brand visibility Sustainability: Durable metal packaging supports reuse and reduces single-use waste Logistics protection: Tin boxes protect fragile baked goods during export shipping   For many brands, this combination is what makes custom cookie tin boxes such a strong packaging choice.     How Global Brands Use Tin Boxes Successfully   Many of our European clients—as well as brands from other global markets—use tin boxes as festive gift packaging, especially for Christmas cookies.   Their typical process looks like this: Cookies are baked separately Sealed in certified inner bags Placed into custom-designed tin boxes   In these cases, the tin is not part of the baking process. It becomes part of the gift experience, often reused or displayed long after the product is consumed.   This is why many buyers look for a reliable Christmas cookie tin manufacturer rather than an oven-safe container.   Compliance Considerations for Export Markets   When inner packaging is used, it must comply with the regulations of the target market.   Depending on where the product is sold, this may involve: FDA food contact standards (United States) EU Regulation 10/2011 Relevant China GB food contact standards   From a manufacturer’s perspective, working with compliant food grade inner liners for tin packaging helps brands: Pass import inspections smoothly Avoid regulatory disputes Maintain stable, long-term market access   As a China-based manufacturer, we are familiar with multi-market requirements and can offer practical compliance guidance at the packaging design stage.   Can Tin Boxes Touch Food Directly?   In most export-oriented projects, direct food contact is avoided unless a certified inner layer is used.   Using inner packaging gives brands greater flexibility across markets and simplifies compliance—especially for companies selling to multiple regions.   A Practical Note from the Manufacturer   For baked goods, the real question is not “Can tin boxes go in the oven?” It’s “How should tin packaging be used after baking?”   When designed correctly, tin boxes with proper inner packaging can: Enhance perceived product value Improve transport safety Support branding, gifting, and reuse   If you’re planning a bakery project and exploring metal packaging for export, choosing the right structure early can prevent costly mistakes later. We’re always happy to share practical options based on real export experience.    

La raison pour laquelle la quantité minimale de commande (MOQ) d'un produit est fixée à 3 000 est généralement liée à plusieurs facteurs : Coût de fabrication : Économies d'échelle : les coûts fixes dans le processus de fabrication des boîtes métalliques (par exemple, l'outillage, la mise en service des machines, les achats de matières premières, etc.) peuvent sembler excessifs dans le cadre d'une production en petits lots. En fixant une quantité minimale de commande plus élevée, les fabricants peuvent répartir ces coûts fixes sur un plus grand nombre de produits, réduisant ainsi le coût par produit. Efficacité : la production de masse augmente l’efficacité de la chaîne de production, réduisant ainsi les déchets et les temps d’inactivité. Il est plus dans l'intérêt du fabricant de boîtes en fer blanc produire en grande quantité et le processus de production est plus fluide. Achat de matières premières :Les fabricants doivent généralement acheter des matières premières en gros afin d’obtenir un prix unitaire inférieur. Si la quantité commandée est trop petite, elle ne pourra peut-être pas répondre à la quantité minimale de commande du fournisseur, ou le coût des matières premières sera trop élevé, affectant le prix final du produit. Gestion des stocks :Si le volume des commandes est faible, cela peut entraîner un retard de produits finis et augmenter les coûts de stockage. Afin d'assurer une gestion raisonnable des stocks et des liquidités, usine de boîtes en fer blanc voudra que le volume des commandes atteigne une certaine échelle. Exigences de personnalisation :Pour boîte en fer blanc personnalisée Lors de la production, les fabricants fixent généralement un MOQ plus élevé pour tenir compte des coûts supplémentaires et des complexités impliqués dans la personnalisation, tels que les couleurs, les designs et l'emballage uniques. Positionnement marché et stratégie de marque :Certaines marques et fabricants peuvent utiliser un MOQ plus élevé comme seuil pour entrer dans leur chaîne d'approvisionnement afin de garantir que leurs partenaires disposent d'un certain pouvoir de marché et de bonne foi. Par conséquent, le MOQ fixé à 3 000 est généralement une décision prise par le fabricant après un examen approfondi des coûts de production, de l’approvisionnement en matières premières, de la gestion des stocks, du positionnement sur le marché et d’autres facteurs.