Pricing factors for die cut lids
What are die cut lids?
Die cut lids are thin, pre-cut foil seals used to close and protect containers (like jars, bottles, tubs, or cups). They’re produced by cutting foil (often laminated to paper or film) into precise shapes with a die so the lids match the container opening exactly. These lids are widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods packaging.
Die-cut shape: The foil is cut with a metal die to the exact dimensions and contours of the container opening (round, oval, or custom shapes).
Foil or laminate material: Typically aluminum foil laminated to paper, film, or adhesive layers. Laminates add strength, printability, and barrier properties.
Heat-sealable or pressure-sensitive: Most are designed to be heat-sealed to the container rim using a sealer. Some are pressure-sensitive and stick without heat.
Tamper-evident and hermetic seal: They provide a visible tamper-evident barrier and an airtight/moisture barrier to keep contents fresh.
Easy to remove: Often include a pull tab or easy-peel design for convenient opening.
Food (yogurt, cream cheese, single-serve sauces, coffee pods).
Pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals (bottles of supplements, medicine).
Cosmetics (creams, balms).
Industrial chemicals and adhesives (small containers).
Freshness and shelf life: Excellent barrier properties preserve product quality.
Tamper evidence: Customers and regulators can see if a product has been opened.
Cost-effective: In many cases cheaper than rigid screw caps or induction seals.
Customizable: Can be printed and die-cut to match brand design and unique container shapes.
Convenient: Easy-peel options improve user experience.
What factors determine the price of die cut lids?
A manufacturer or supplier of die cut lids must fully understand the two factors “dimensions” and “material structure and thickness” in order to calculate the unit price of the product.
What do these two major factors refer to?
Dimensions
Depending on the shape type of the die cut lids, this refers to the “diameter” or the “length” and “width.”
Material structure and thickness
Material structure: This refers to which composite structure the die cut lids is made from.
Thickness: This refers to how many micrometers thick the material structure used for the die cut lids are.
Two types of unit pricing for die cut lids
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Priced per piece
That is, how much per piece—this is a common quoting method used by die cut lidsmanufacturers.
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Priced per kilogram
That is, how much per kilogram—this is another quoting method used by die cut lids manufacturers. It refers to rolls or films of die cut lids that have not been punched or formed; of course, customers requesting such a quote will have their own punching/forming machines in their factories.
