Professional Manufacturer of Color Coated Aluminum Foil

What is Color Coated Aluminum Foil?

Finally, a clear finish often protects the color. This creates a strong bond between the paint and the aluminum. The result is a product that is resistant to corrosion, wear, and fading. It also offers excellent insulation and aesthetic appeal.

Specification: Classification

Understanding the different types and features of color coated aluminum foil is key. We classify our products based on several important specifications. This helps you choose the perfect material for your project.

Types of Coatings

The type of coating greatly impacts the foil’s performance and lifespan. We offer various options to meet diverse requirements:

• PE (Polyester) Coated Aluminum Foil: This is a common and affordable choice. PE coatings offer good weather resistance and flexibility. They are suitable for general outdoor and indoor applications. You will often find PE coated foil in roofing or general decoration.
• PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) Coated Aluminum Foil: PVDF coatings are known for their excellent durability. They resist harsh weather, UV radiation, and chemicals very well. This makes them ideal for long-term outdoor use, such as architectural cladding. When you need extreme longevity, PVDF is the premium option.
• Epoxy Coated Aluminum Foil: Epoxy coatings provide superior adhesion and chemical resistance. They are often used in demanding environments where corrosion protection is vital. This type of coating is common in packaging or industrial applications.
• Other Specialized Coatings: We also provide custom coatings for specific needs. These might include anti-bacterial, high-temperature resistant, or highly reflective finishes.

Alloy and Temper

• Common Alloys: We use various aluminum alloys like 1000 series, 3000 series, and 8000 series. For example, 1050 and 1060 are common for their excellent corrosion resistance and formability. 3003 alloy offers good strength and workability. The choice of alloy depends on the final application.
• Temper: Temper refers to the hardness of the aluminum. Common tempers include O (soft/annealed), H12, H14, H16, H18 (various levels of hard-rolled). An “O” temper color coated aluminum foil is very flexible. It’s easy to bend and shape. Harder tempers like H18 are stronger and more rigid.

Thickness and Width

• Thickness: Typically, thicknesses range from 0.02mm to 0.5mm. Thinner foils are good for flexible packaging. Thicker foils are used in construction or automotive parts.
• Width: We can supply rolls or sheets in widths from 50mm up to 2000mm. We also offer custom sizes to perfectly fit your project specifications.

Color and Finish

• Color Options: We offer an almost endless palette of colors. You can choose from standard RAL colors, pantone colors, or even custom colors to match your brand.
• Finish: Available finishes include high gloss, matte, metallic, and even embossed textures. This allows for specific visual effects and added durability.

Why Choose a Professional Manufacturer?

Choosing an experienced and professional manufacturer of color coated aluminum foil is crucial. It ensures you receive high-quality, consistent products.

• Quality Control: A professional manufacturer has strict quality control processes. This guarantees that every batch of color coated aluminum foil meets industry standards.
• Expertise and Technology: We use advanced production lines and have skilled technicians. This allows us to produce precise, high-performance foil efficiently.
• Customization: We can tailor products to your specific needs. This includes custom colors, thicknesses, widths, and coatings.
• Reliability: You can depend on us for consistent supply and on-time delivery. We are a reliable partner for your business.

Key Features and Advantages of Our Color Coated Aluminum Foil:

Our color coated aluminum foil offers many benefits:

• Durability and Longevity: The robust coating protects the aluminum from wear and tear. It ensures a long service life.
• Corrosion Resistance: The coating acts as a barrier against moisture, chemicals, and pollutants. This prevents rust and corrosion.
• Excellent Insulation Properties: Aluminum is a great insulator. When coated, it maintains its thermal and electrical insulation qualities.
• Lightweight: Aluminum is naturally light. This makes the foil easy to handle, transport, and install. It helps reduce overall project weight.
• Easy to Process and Fabricate: It can be cut, bent, stamped, and formed without cracking or peeling. This makes it suitable for various manufacturing processes.
• Aesthetic Appeal: With a wide range of colors and finishes, it adds visual appeal to any product or structure.
• Eco-friendly: Aluminum is 100% recyclable. Using color coated aluminum foil supports sustainable practices.

Applications of Color Coated Aluminum Foil:

• Construction:
  • Roofing and cladding for buildings
  • Insulation panels for walls and ceilings
  • False ceilings and decorative panels
  • Guttering and downpipes
• Packaging:
  • Food and beverage containers
  • Pharmaceutical packaging
  • Cosmetic packaging
  • Flexible packaging for various goods
• Automotive Industry:
  • Heat shields and insulation for engine components
  • Decorative trim parts
• Electronics:
  • Capacitor shells
  • Heat sinks
  • Shielding for cables and components
• HVAC Systems:
  • Ductwork insulation
  • Air conditioner fins

Our Commitment to Quality and Innovation:

As a professional manufacturer of color coated aluminum foil, we are dedicated to excellence. We hold various certifications, such as ISO 9001. This shows our commitment to high quality standards. We also invest in research and development.

Our goal is to create new and better products. We strive to improve our coating technologies and expand our product range. Our customer support team is always ready to assist you. We aim for complete customer satisfaction.

Contact Us for Your Color Coated Aluminum Foil Needs:

Whether you need standard products or custom solutions, our team can provide expert advice. Let us help you choose the best color coated aluminum foil for your next project.

Professional Manufacturer of Color Coated Aluminum Foil Colors and Custom Rolls

Color coated aluminum foil is thin aluminum foil with a colored lacquer on one or both sides. The color can be gold, red, blue, green, silver, black, or a custom shade. The coating adds looks, protection, and in some cases a heat seal layer.

→ Foil in many colors and finishes
→ Single side or double side coating
→ Custom width, thickness, and color matching

What Is Color Coated Aluminum Foil?

The foil base gives barrier and strength. The coating gives color, protection, and sometimes heat sealing.

Plain Foil vs Color Coated Foil

Point	Plain Aluminum Foil	Color Coated Aluminum Foil
Surface	Bare metal, silver	Colored lacquer or paint
Look	Silver bright or matte	Gold, red, blue, green, and more
Scratch resistance	Low	Better
Printability	Needs treatment	Good, ready for printing
Heat sealing	Needs added coating	Possible with sealing lacquer
Brand appeal	Basic	High

Alloy and Temper Choices

Alloy	Temper	Features	Typical Use
8011	O / H14 / H18	Balanced strength and forming	Wraps, lids, caps
8079	O	Very good ductility	Thin laminates, pharma
1235	O	High purity, very soft	Light wrap, laminates
1100	O / H14	Soft, good formability	Fins, decoration
3003	O / H14 / H24	Higher strength	Containers, deeper forms
8006	O / H	Strong at thin gauge	Container stock

What the Temper Means

Temper	Meaning	Feel
O	Fully soft	Folds easily, no spring
H14	Half hard	Some stiffness
H18	Full hard	Stiff, springy
H24	Half hard, partly softened	Balanced

Which Alloy Should You Pick?

• For wrapping and gift packing: 8011 O.
• For bottle caps and lids: 8011 H14 or H18.
• For containers and trays: 3003 or 8006.
• For thin laminates: 8079 or 1235.

Thickness and Width Range

Thickness Guide

Thickness	Common Use
0.007–0.012 mm	Thin wrap, laminates
0.012–0.020 mm	Gift and food wrap
0.020–0.040 mm	Lids, tape, closures
0.040–0.100 mm	Caps, container parts
0.100–0.200 mm	Trays, fins, special use

Width and Roll Options

Item	Common Range
Width	20–1,600 mm
Core inner diameter	76, 152, 200, 300 mm
Roll outer diameter	Up to about 1,500 mm
Roll weight	50 kg to 3,000 kg
Format	Jumbo roll, slit roll, sheet

Special sizes can be made on request. Share your machine limits when you ask for a quote.

Coating Types Compared

Polyester (PE) Coating

A common choice for general products. Good color, good flexibility, and good cost balance.

PVDF Coating

Epoxy Coating

Good adhesion and chemical resistance. Often used as a primer or inner layer.

Acrylic Coating

Clear or colored. Good for decoration and light protection.

Heat Seal Lacquer

A special layer that bonds to plastic cups and trays under heat. Used on lidding foil.

Protective Lacquer

A clear layer that stops contact between the metal and food. Useful for acidic or salty products.

Coating	Strength	Flexibility	Main Use
Polyester	Good	Very good	Wrap, decoration
PVDF	Very high	Good	Special high-end foil
Epoxy	High	Medium	Primer, inner coat
Acrylic	Medium	Good	Decoration
Heat seal lacquer	Medium	Good	Lidding
Protective lacquer	Medium to high	Good	Food contact packs

Color Options and Finish Effects

Color	Look	Popular Use
Gold	Warm, rich	Chocolate wrap, gift packaging
Silver	Clean, bright	Wrap, caps, labels
Red	Bold	Gift and festive packs
Blue	Cool, fresh	Dairy and beverage packs
Green	Natural	Tea, herb, and festive packs
Black	Premium	Luxury wrap, special caps
White	Clean	Print base
Pink, purple, orange	Playful	Candy, craft, hair salon foil
Custom color	Matched to your sample	Brand packs

Finish Options

Finish	Look
Gloss	Shiny and vivid
Matte	Soft, low glare
Metallic	Colored with metal shine
Satin	Smooth, medium shine
Embossed	Textured pattern

How to Match a Color

→ Send a physical sample or a color code.
→ Agree on the gloss level.
→ Approve a small test strip.
→ Confirm before full production.

Single Side or Double Side Coating

Option	Description	Good For
Single side coated	One face colored, one face plain	Wrap, laminates, lids
Double side coated, same color	Both faces colored	Decoration, hair salon foil
Double side coated, different colors	Each face has its own shade	Special crafts, premium wrap
One side color, one side sealing lacquer	Color outside, seal inside	Lidding foil

Coating Thickness

Coating Layer	Typical Thickness
Primer	1–3 µm
Color top coat	3–15 µm
Heat seal lacquer	3–8 g/m²
Protective lacquer	2–6 µm

Exact values depend on the coating type and the product.

How Color Coated Foil Is Made

A coating line works with foil in continuous coils.

→ Step 1: Unwind the foil and clean the surface.
→ Step 2: Apply primer for adhesion.
→ Step 3: Apply the color coat with rollers.
→ Step 4: Bake in an oven to cure the coating.
→ Step 5: Cool the foil.
→ Step 6: Inspect color, gloss, and surface.
→ Step 7: Rewind and slit to the final width.
→ Step 8: Pack and label.

What Affects Quality

Factor	Effect
Foil cleanliness	Coating adhesion
Roller control	Coating thickness and evenness
Oven temperature	Hardness and color
Line speed	Cure and surface
Tension control	Wrinkles and breaks

Typical Product Types

Colored Gift and Decoration Foil

Soft foil in bright colors. Used for flowers, gifts, and holiday items.

Chocolate and Candy Wrap Foil

Thin foil with gold, red, or blue coating. Often embossed.

Lidding Foil With Color

Colored outside, heat seal lacquer inside. Used on yogurt, jelly, and dessert cups.

Bottle Cap Foil

Medium thickness foil, often printed. Used for pilfer-proof caps and seals.

Hair Salon Foil

Soft colored foil for hair treatment. Easy to fold and shape.

Craft and DIY Foil

Thin foil with color on one or both faces. Used in art and model making.

Tape Foil Base

Coated foil used as the base layer for adhesive tapes.

Fin Stock Foil

Type	Typical Alloy	Typical Thickness	Typical Coating
Gift wrap	8011 O	0.010–0.020 mm	Polyester color
Chocolate wrap	8011 O	0.007–0.009 mm	Gold or color lacquer
Yogurt lidding	8011 O or H	0.025–0.040 mm	Color plus heat seal
Bottle cap	8011 H14	0.040–0.100 mm	Color plus print
Hair salon	8011 O	0.012–0.020 mm	Double side color
Craft	1235 or 8011 O	0.010–0.030 mm	Color
Tape base	8011 O	0.020–0.050 mm	Color or primer
Fin stock	1100 or 8011	0.080–0.200 mm	Hydrophilic or color

Where Color Coated Aluminum Foil Is Used

Color coated foil fits many industries.

• Food packaging and lidding
• Chocolate and candy wrap
• Gift and flower wrapping
• Bottle caps and seals
• Hair salon and beauty supplies
• Craft and art supplies
• Decoration and festive items
• Adhesive tape and labels
• Pharma and health packs
• Cooling and air conditioning parts
• Electrical and cable wrap
• Printing and labels

Match Industry to Spec

Industry	Suggested Spec
Confectionery	8011 O, 0.007–0.009 mm, gold or color lacquer
Dairy	8011, 0.025–0.040 mm, color plus heat seal
Beverage caps	8011 H14, 0.040–0.080 mm, color plus print
Beauty	8011 O, 0.012–0.020 mm, double side color
Crafts	1235 O, 0.010–0.030 mm, color
HVAC	1100 or 8011, 0.080–0.150 mm, hydrophilic coating

Color Coated Foil vs Other Decorative Options

Option	Look	Barrier	Cost	Notes
Color coated aluminum foil	Rich color, metal base	Excellent	Medium	Strong barrier and good looks
Metallized film	Metal look on plastic	Good	Lower	Less barrier than foil
Printed paper	Natural, flexible print	Low	Low	No barrier without coating
Plain foil with print	Silver base	Excellent	Medium	Limited color depth
Colored plastic film	Wide color range	Medium	Low	Less premium feel

Quality Control: What We Check

Quality control happens before, during, and after coating.

Stage	Checks
Incoming foil	Alloy, temper, thickness, surface
Coating	Color, gloss, thickness, evenness
Curing	Oven temperature and time
Final foil	Adhesion, hardness, flexibility
Slitting	Width, edge, burr
Packing	Labels, core, protection

Common Lab Tests

Test	What It Shows
Tape adhesion test	Coating bond
Solvent rub test	Cure level
Pencil hardness test	Surface hardness
T-bend or fold test	Flexibility
Gloss measurement	Surface shine
Color difference (ΔE)	Match to your sample
Pinhole check	Barrier integrity

Ask for test data that match your needs and your market.

Food Contact and Safety Notes

If the foil touches food, the coating must be suitable. Always check local rules.

Item	What to Ask For
Coating declaration	Statement that the lacquer is suitable for food contact
Raw material data	Safety data for coating and foil
Test reports	Migration or compliance tests if needed
Factory standards	Food safety or quality system certificates

Rules differ by country. Confirm the requirements for your market before ordering.

Packing and Shipping

Item	Common Practice
Inner wrap	Plastic film and paper
Core	Paper or fiber core, with end plugs
Outer pack	Wood pallet or wood case
Moisture control	Desiccant for sea freight
Label	Alloy, temper, width, thickness, color, lot

Storage Tips for Buyers

• Keep rolls in a dry, clean room.
• Keep rolls away from sun and heat.
• Keep rolls upright or on cores, not flat on their edges.
• Do not stack too high.

Order Process

A clear process keeps your project on time.

→ Step 1: Send your inquiry with alloy, thickness, width, color, and coating type.
→ Step 2: Receive a quote and a sample plan.
→ Step 3: Approve a color sample or proof.
→ Step 4: Confirm price, quantity, and delivery time.
→ Step 5: Production and inspection.
→ Step 6: Packing and shipping.
→ Step 7: Receive and test the goods.

Typical Time Frame

Stage	Common Time
Sample making	5–10 days
Production	15–30 days
Shipping	Depends on route

Inquiry Template

Product: Color coated aluminum foil
Alloy and temper: ______
Thickness: ______ mm
Width: ______ mm
Core inner diameter: ______ mm
Color and code: ______
Coating: polyester / lacquer / heat seal / other
Sides coated: single / double
Surface finish: gloss / matte / metallic
Quantity: ______ tons
Destination port: ______
Documents: Mill test certificate, coating declaration

Why Work With a Direct Manufacturer

A direct factory can control the whole chain, from foil to coating to slitting.

Benefit	What It Means for You
Direct price	No middle layers
Quality control	Clear data on every lot
Custom options	Colors, widths, and coatings made to order
Faster changes	Quick answers on specs and samples
Stable supply	Planned production and stock

Signs of a Real Manufacturer

• Can explain alloy, temper, and coating details.
• Can show production photos and videos.
• Can provide mill test and coating test data.
• Welcomes factory video calls.
• Gives clear packing and delivery plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Questions

What is color coated aluminum foil?

It is aluminum foil with a colored lacquer on one or both sides. The coating adds color, protection, and sometimes a heat seal layer.

Which alloy is used for color coated aluminum foil?

Most color coated foil uses 8011. Other options include 8079, 1235, 1100, 3003, and 8006. The choice depends on the product.

What thickness can you supply?

Common thickness ranges from 0.007 mm to 0.200 mm. Thin foil is used for wrap. Thicker foil is used for caps, lids, and special parts.

What colors are available?

Coating Questions

What coatings can be used?

Polyester, epoxy, acrylic, PVDF, and heat seal lacquers are common. The best choice depends on use and cost.

Can the foil be coated on both sides?

Yes. You can coat one side or both sides. You can also use different colors on each side.

Can the coating be heat sealed?

Yes, with a heat seal lacquer. This is common on lidding foil for cups and trays.

Is the coating safe for food contact?

Order Questions

Do you offer custom colors?

Yes. Send a physical sample or a color code. We will make a test strip for approval.

Can you slit the foil to my width?

Yes. Slit widths from narrow strips to wide rolls can be made. Tell us your machine limits.

Can I get a sample?

Yes. Samples help you test the coating and the color before a bulk order.

What is the minimum order quantity?

What is the lead time?

Standard orders often take 15–30 days. New colors or coatings may take longer.

Final Thoughts

Color coated aluminum foil combines the barrier of metal with the look of color. Pick the right alloy, thickness, and coating for your product. Test a sample before you place a large order.

Henan Worthwill Industry Co., Ltd is a professional aluminum manufacturer and supplier in China. We supply aluminum foil, color coated foil, jumbo rolls, containerstock, and custom aluminum products for global buyers.