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Canned Food

A Reliable Partner for Steel Food Cans

Work with a leading supplier of two- and three-piece steel food cans suited for everything from pineapples and pinto beans to canned tuna and evaporated milk. 

Steel Food Packaging

Superior Protection for Canned Food

For 124 years, Sonoco has provided high-performance packaging for consumer and industrial goods. Our two- and three-piece steel food cans are:

  • Sustainable — Sonoco’s steel food cans are 100% recyclable and can be recycled infinitely, providing sustainable packaging today and tomorrow.
  • Versatile in Size — Sonoco provides industry-standard diameters from 202 to 603 to meet your brand's needs for standard packs and promotional opportunities.  
  • Readily Available — Our cans are manufactured in 12 world-class facilities across the United States, allowing for fast turnaround and assurance of supply when our customers need it most. 
  • High Quality — Prior to shipping, we conduct rigorous quality inspections and pressure testing on every can to ensure the highest standards. This meticulous process helps us deliver superior products with limited downtime.

Canned Food Markets

Meat

Meat

Sonoco's two-piece and three-piece steel cans provide a convenient and cost-effective packaging solution for canned meat products. 

Canned meat offers ease of storage, stacking and handling, requiring no additional preparation or cooking, making it a convenient option for quick meals. Its versatility in meal planning allows it to be used in a variety of recipes, including stews, soups, sandwiches and pasta dishes. With a long shelf life, canned meat ensures that consumers always have a reliable source of protein available whenever needed.

Fruits & Vegetables

Fruits & Vegetables

Canned vegetables have become an essential pantry item for consumers worldwide. With Sonoco steel food cans, the process from harvesting to canning can be accomplished in as little as five hours. Our metal packaging effectively preserves the nutritional quality of fresh food, eliminating the need for preservatives or refrigeration. 
 
By having cans readily available and delivered on time, brands gain the flexibility to harvest vegetables as needed. This combination of affordable and high-quality packaging, along with just-in-time processing, guarantees customer satisfaction by ensuring optimal product freshness and quality.

Beans

Beans

Sonoco offers a portfolio of two-piece and three-piece steel food cans that are designed to protect beans while providing the required shelf-life for this iconic pantry staple.

During the canning process, the beans are hermetically sealed and then cooked inside the can, ensuring the preservation of their freshness and flavor. The steel can is sealed air-tight, providing optimal protection throughout the supply chain until it reaches the consumer's table.

Soup & Ready Meals

Soup & Ready Meals

Sonoco's range of two-piece and three-piece steel food cans is tailored to serve the Soup and Ready Meals markets.

During the canning process, the meal is cooked at a high temperature and sealed within a two- or three-piece steel food can. This process ensures the preservation of the nutrients contained within the can, allowing for a longer shelf life while maintaining the meal's nutritional value.

Powdered & Liquid Milk

Powdered & Liquid Milk

Sonoco provides two-piece and three-piece steel food cans that not only offer a prolonged shelf life but also ensure the durability of canned milk products throughout the supply chain.

Our extensive portfolio of steel cans caters to a wide range of milk markets, including both powdered and liquid milk. This encompasses nutritional supplements for adults, toddlers and infants, as well as baking goods.

Wet Pet Food

Wet Pet Food

All the qualities that make Sonoco metal cans a perfect choice for canned produce, soups and meat make them a sustainable, durable choice for the pet care market.

Sonoco offers two- and three-piece steel cans designed specifically for wet pet food.

Metal Packaging

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From peaches to powdered milk to canned chili, learn more about Sonoco's metal packaging options. We're eager to discuss how we can help you meet consumer demands and your business goals.