TINPLATE

Figure: tin plate

Tinplate are produced from low carbon steel or black plate which both side of black plate are
coated with thin layer of tin. The coating is done by dipping the sheets of steel in molten tin or
by the electrodeposition of tin on the steel sheet which the almost all tinplate is now produced
by electrodeposition. In electrodeposition, the central core is strip steel which is cleaned in a
pickling solution and then fed through tanks containing electrolyte, where tin is deposited on
both sides. As the strip passes between high-frequency electric induction coils, tin coating melts
and flows to form a lustrous coat. End products will have a tin coating of about 0.00003 inch
on each side.
 It have been used for preserving the food for well over a hundred years. Tinplate has
the strength and formability of steel combined with noncorrosive and nontoxic properties of
tin. It also provide longest shelf life with minimum of 2 years, making it the most dependable
packaging medium to keep the food in good condition. Its steel base makes it the most tolerant
and robust packaging medium with power to resist insects, germs, bacteria and even ultraviolet
light which helps protect the natural flavours, aroma and also the appearance of the food. In
addition, tinplate are 100% recyclable if disposed of correctly and eco-friendly packs which do
not cause any harm to the environment.

Tinplate may keep the food inside secure and fresh but it does have a disadvantages
which is it is not transparent, the consumers will having difficulty to check the content or to
further inspect a potential purchase. There have been an incident where the customers found a
lizard in the tinplate. Tinplate may difficult to store as they cannot be bend or fold up and tuck
away in a cupboard or other storage facility and will require a lot of space. In addition, tinplate
may possess potential for injury because of its sharp edges after it has been opened. The injuries
sustained from opening tinplate may cause the need for stiches, sterile dressing and antibiotics.

Application of tin plate are includes canned foods for examples tomato paste, chicken
noodle soup, sardines and sweet corn. Tin plate are also used to stored beverages such as coca-
cola, pepsi, mirinda and also alcohol drinks. Another usage of tinplate is they are used as
containers for oils or vanaspatis.