AA8011 O Color Coated Aluminum-paper Lamination for Pharmaceutical Packaging

Company Profile

Changzhou Ding'ang Metal Materials Co., Ltd. / Jiangsu Senruida New Materials Co., Ltd. is a comprehensive enterprise integrating production, processing, and sales. The company is located in Changzhou City and Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province. Our main products include color coated aluminum coils, Film coated aluminum coil , aluminum coil surface coating processing, aluminum and other metal composite products. We have 6 coating and plating production lines, 6 high-precision horizontal cutting equipment, and 6 vertical cutting equipment, covering a wide range of products from ultra-thin to ultra-thick series (0.08-6.0mm) and ultra-narrow to ultra-wide series (10-2670mm). Our products are widely used in various industries such as construction, decoration, household appliances, kitchen and bathroom, food packaging, gardening, lighting, automotive, advertising, transportation, and many other fields. 

Product Introduction

AA8011 O Color Coated Aluminum-paper Lamination is a high-performance, food-grade composite material specifically developed for pharmaceutical packaging applications. It combines the excellent barrier properties of AA8011 O temper aluminum alloy with the flexibility and printability of high-quality paper, forming a safe, durable and functional packaging solution that fully complies with global pharmaceutical packaging standards (FDA, GMP, ISO). This composite material is engineered to protect pharmaceutical products from environmental factors, ensure product stability and extend shelf life, while meeting the strict safety and hygiene requirements of the pharmaceutical industry.

Product Parameters  

Certifications 

Product Advantages  

1. Unmatched Barrier Protection (Core Advantage)

• AA8011-O aluminum foil provides near-absolute barrier against moisture (WVTR <0.1 g/(m²·24h)), oxygen, light (UV/visible), and contaminants, preventing drug oxidation, moisture damage, and light-induced degradation.

• The aluminum-paper composite enhances structural barrier integrity, eliminating pinhole risks and ensuring long-term stability for sensitive pharmaceuticals.

2. Superior Purity & Pharmaceutical-Grade Safety

• AA8011-O alloy (annealed temper) features ultra-low heavy metal content (≤0.25 ppm) and is non-toxic, odorless, complying with YBB00152002, FDA, and EU pharmaceutical standards.

• The color-coated layer is medical-grade, free of harmful solvents, and resistant to chemical interactions with drugs.

3. Optimal Mechanical & Forming Properties

• O-temper (soft state) delivers excellent ductility and flexibility, enabling seamless lamination with paper and adaptability to diverse packaging forms (blister packs, sachets, strip packs).

• High tensile strength and puncture/tear resistance prevent damage during processing, transportation, and patient use.

4. Reliable Heat Sealability & Tamper Evidence

• Achieves hermetic, leak-proof sealing with consistent heat-seal strength, protecting against contamination and ensuring drug integrity.

• The laminate provides clear tamper-evident features, safeguarding medication safety and preventing counterfeiting.

5. Enhanced Printability & Brand Value

• The smooth, color-coated aluminum surface supports high-definition, durable printing (text, logos, warnings) with matte/glossy/metallic finishes, improving brand recognition and patient compliance.

• The paper layer adds premium texture and writability for batch numbers or instructions.

6. Lightweight & Cost-Effective

• Lighter than rigid packaging (glass/metal), reducing logistics and storage costs while maintaining robust protection.

• The aluminum-paper structure balances performance and cost, offering a cost-effective high-barrier solution for pharmaceuticals.

7. Environmental Sustainability

• AA8011 aluminum is 100% recyclable with no quality loss, supporting circular economy goals and reducing carbon footprint.

• The composite uses eco-friendly paper and coatings, aligning with global environmental regulations.

8. Versatile App

• Ideal for tablets, capsules, granules, powders, and medical devices, suitable for PTP blister packs, medical sachets, strip packs, and lidding films.

• Performs reliably across high-temperature sterilization, freezing, and room-temperature storage conditions.

Application Scenarios

1.Blister Packaging (PTP)

Application objects

•  Tablets, capsules, pills and other solid preparations.

Structural form

• CCAPL is used as the backing foil of blister packs, which is heat-sealed with PVC/PET blister trays to form sealed units.

Functional value

• The aluminum foil layer has a near-complete barrier (water vapor transmission rate ≤0.1 g/(m²·24h), oxygen transmission rate ≤0.5 cm³/(m²·24h)), which effectively prevents drugs from moisture, oxidation and photodegradation; the color coating enables brand identification and product differentiation (e.g., different colors for different specifications), and the paper layer improves the toughness and processing adaptability of the laminate.

2. Strip Packaging & Sachets

Application objects

• Granules, powders, oral liquids, sachet medicines and unit-dose preparations.

Structural form

• Made into strip packs (folded and sealed) or three-side sealed sachets, with a typical structure of paper/color-coated aluminum foil/heat-sealing adhesive.

Functional value

• The laminate is lightweight and easy to tear, meeting the portable and convenient use of unit-dose drugs; the color coating can print dosage information, instructions and anti-counterfeiting marks, and the aluminum foil layer ensures the long-term stability of sensitive drugs (such as antibiotics and probiotics).

3.Pharmaceutical Boxes & Outer Packaging

Application objects

• Drug outer boxes, cartons, instruction booklets and packaging labels.

Structural form

• CCAPL is used as the surface material of paper boxes (composited with cardboard) or made into self-adhesive labels, with functions such as decoration, barrier and anti-counterfeiting.

Functional value

• The paper layer provides good stiffness and printability, supporting high-definition printing of drug information; the color-coated aluminum foil layer enhances the moisture and corrosion resistance of the outer box, and has a metallic luster and texture to improve the grade of pharmaceutical products; it can also be combined with RFID and anti-counterfeiting technology to realize drug traceability.

4. Special Packaging for Sensitive Drugs

Application objects

• Biologics, vaccines, insulin, traditional Chinese medicine extracts and other highly sensitive drugs.

Structural form

• High-barrier CCAPL (with aluminum oxide/ceramic barrier coating) is used for cold-formed blister packs, aluminum-aluminum foil packs or vacuum packaging bags.

Functional value

• The enhanced barrier layer can block trace moisture, oxygen and UV rays, extending the shelf life of sensitive drugs by 2-3 times; the color coating can add antimicrobial and UV-resistant functions to meet the strict preservation requirements of biologics.

Packaging & Transportation  

Packaging

• The material is wound on rigid paper core, with moisture-proof film and dust-proof film for inner wrapping.

• Protected by edge guards to prevent extrusion and edge damage.

• Packed in thickened export cartons or fumigated wooden cases.

• Standard shipping marks, moisture-proof, fragile and pharmaceutical-grade warning labels are attached.

Transportation

• Transported in dry, cool and ventilated environment, away from high humidity, high temperature and direct sunlight.

• Avoid heavy extrusion, collision and scratching during handling and delivery.

• Suitable for sea freight, air freight and land transportation.

• Complete export documents are provided for smooth customs clearance.

• Professional loading ensures intact product condition upon arrival.

FAQ  

1. What is AA8011-O material?

It is soft annealed 8011 aluminum foil, matched with medical color coating and paper lamination, special for pharmacy.

2. Why use 8011-O alloy?

Soft texture, no crack during forming, low impurity, high safety for medicine packing.

3. What is the core feature?

Full barrier against light, moisture, oxygen and odor, keep drugs stable.

4. Is it medical safe?

Yes. Non-toxic coating, meet pharmaceutical packaging standards.

5. What are the main uses?

Pharmaceutical strip packs, medicine sachets, medical moisture-proof packaging.

Why Choose Us

1.Premium raw material

Adopt qualified AA8011-O aluminum foil, medical-grade coating and paper.

2.Strict quality control

Comply with pharmaceutical packaging standards, stable and safe.

3.Custom service

Custom size, color, structure and printing as required.

4.Stable supply & fast delivery

Sufficient inventory and reasonable lead time.

5.Professional support

One-stop solution and thoughtful after-sales service.