Bulk Tea Tins – Factory Direct Since 1991 | Custom Available
35 years manufacturing food-grade tea tins for Walmart, Amazon and CVS.
✓ 5000 MOQ | ✓ 3000+ molds | ✓ 25 days delivery | ✓ Food-grade coating
35 Years Experience
Trusted tea tin manufacturer since 1991
3000+ Existing Molds
Existing tooling – round tins height adjust FREE
Food-Grade Safe
FDA compliant tea tins for direct tea contact
Airtight Options
Clasp lock, screw lid, double lids for bulk tea tins
Global Brands
Trusted by Walmart, Amazon, CVS
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Looking for bulk tea tins, custom printed tea tins, or airtight tea tins for loose leaf?
Our 2026 catalog covers all sizes, shapes, and lid options.
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Quick find by size & shape
Looking for small tea tins, large tea tins, or square tea tins? Start with our most popular sizes below.
- Small Tea Tin - 98×58×64mm (3.9×2.3×2.5″)
- Square Tea Tin - 75×75×90mm (3.0×3.0×3.5″)
- Large Tea Tin - 125×85×150mm (4.9×3.3×5.9″)
- Tall Tea Tin - 89×178mm (3.5×7.0″)
- Rectangle Tea Tin - 110×65×35mm (4.3×2.6×1.4″)
- Tea Bag Tin - 125×90×110mm (4.9×3.5×4.3″)
Diverse Customization for Your Tea Tins
From unique shapes to airtight seals, we turn your ideas into custom tea tins. Need a tea tin with double lids for extra freshness, an inner plug lid for easy access, or a friction lid for secure closure? We’ve got it all. Explore the options below.
Technical Specifications – Round, Square, Rectangular, Oval & Large Tea Tins
Browse detailed specs for our best-selling tea tin containers, including round, square, rectangular, oval and large tea tins. All dimensions in mm and inches.
| Model | Shape | External Dimensions (mm / inch) | Capacity (approx.) | Material Thickness | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TD-TEA-01 | Rectangle | 98×58×64mm / 3.9×2.3×2.5″ | 109g (3.8 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-02 | Rectangle | 98×58×64mm / 3.9×2.3×2.5″ | 109g (3.8 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-03 | Round | 89×158mm / 3.5×6.2″ | 294g (10.4 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-04 | Rectangle | 90×65×145mm / 3.5×2.6×5.7″ | 254g (9.0 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-05 | Square | 75×75×90mm / 3.0×3.0×3.5″ | 152g (5.4 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-06 | Round | 100×100mm / 3.9×3.9″ | 235g (8.3 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-07 | Round | 85×175mm / 3.3×6.9″ | 297g (10.5 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-08 | Round | 90×130mm / 3.5×5.1″ | 248g (8.7 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-09 | Round | 62×100mm / 2.4×3.9″ (small) | 90g (3.2 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-10 | Round | 73×126mm / 2.9×5.0″ (large) | 158g (5.6 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-11 | Rectangle | 125×66×142mm / 4.9×2.6×5.6″ | 351g (12.4 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-12 | Oval | 125×85×150mm / 4.9×3.3×5.9″ | 478g (16.9 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-13 | Round | 67×138mm / 2.6×5.4″ | 146g (5.1 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-14 | Round | 70×90mm / 2.8×3.5″ | 104g (3.7 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-15 | Round | 105×150mm / 4.1×5.9″ | 389g (13.7 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-16 | Round | 85×115mm / 3.3×4.5″ | 196g (6.9 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-17 | Round | 70×115mm / 2.8×4.5″ | 132g (4.7 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-18 | Square | 80×80×88mm / 3.1×3.1×3.5″ | 169g (6.0 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-19 | Round | 70×150mm / 2.8×5.9″ | 173g (6.1 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-20 | Rectangle | 90×62×135mm / 3.5×2.4×5.3″ | 226g (8.0 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-21 | Rectangle | 108×53×108mm / 4.3×2.1×4.3″ | 186g (6.6 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-22 | Rectangle | 94×64×130mm / 3.7×2.5×5.1″ | 235g (8.3 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-23 | Rectangle | 110×65×35mm / 4.3×2.6×1.4″ | 75g (2.6 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-24 | Rectangle | 165×95×83mm / 6.5×3.7×3.3″ | 390g (13.8 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-25 | Round | 75×158mm / 3.0×6.2″ | 209g (7.4 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-26 | Round | 89×178mm / 3.5×7.0″ | 332g (11.7 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-27 | Round | 95×180mm / 3.7×7.1″ | 382g (13.5 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-28 | Round | 90×150mm / 3.5×5.9″ | 286g (10.1 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-29 | Rectangle | 180×118×65mm / 7.1×4.6×2.6″ | 414g (14.6 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-30 | Rectangle | 125×90×110mm / 4.9×3.5×4.3″ | 371g (13.1 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-31 | Oval | 125×85×170mm / 4.9×3.3×6.7″ | 541g (19.1 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
| TD-TEA-32 | Square | 130×130×160mm / 5.1×5.1×6.3″ | 811g (28.6 oz) | 0.23 mm | 5,000 pcs |
The Truth About Tea Tin Airtightness – 35 Years Factory Insights
Many buyers ask: Are tea tins truly airtight? The honest answer from our 35 years of manufacturing: No metal tin can achieve 100% airtightness – even with a silicone gasket, tiny bubbles will appear if submerged in water.
What matters is choosing the right lid type for your tea storage needs. We offer four proven sealing solutions for bulk tea tins:
• Clasp lock lid – strongest seal, ideal for loose tea tins that need long-term freshness
• Double lids (inner plug + outer cover) – classic tea storage tins design
• Screw lid – convenient for tea bags in tins, easy to open and close
• Friction lid (press-fit, no thread) – tight closure, requires a tool to open
For metal tea tins used with matcha or delicate loose leaf, we recommend an additional aluminum foil bag inside. This combination of food-grade coating + inner bag + airtight lid delivers the best protection against moisture and oxygen.
Need a custom solution? We can adjust lid types, add silicone rings, or design stackable tea storage tins with stepped lids for stable display. Request a quote with your specific tea product and we will suggest the optimal lid.
Why Choose TDTIN for Your Bulk Tea Tins
With over 35 years of expertise, TDTIN specializes in tea tin containers for global brands. Our 50000㎡ facility is equipped with automated lines to ensure consistent quality and competitive pricing for all tea tins wholesale orders.
Audited & Certified Manufacturing
As a leading tea tin manufacturer, we follow strict quality and social compliance standards to ensure every custom metal tea tin project meets global brand requirements.
CVS
BSCI
Walmart
ISO9001
Disney
When tea brands prepare for seasonal promotions, sourcing high-quality bulk tea tins becomes a priority for retailers and global tea companies. We provide die-line drawings for all our 3000+ molds, so your designers can create their own print-ready files. Once you submit the AI or PDF files, our design team will produce effect drawings within the same day, or physical samples in about two weeks. With 3000+ existing molds, you save tooling costs and lead time – perfect for brands launching new tea collections where timing is everything.
Custom Round Tea Tin – From Technical Die Line Drawing to Finished Product
Creating a successful tea tin starts with understanding what tea drinkers expect: freshness, aroma preservation, and an enjoyable opening experience. Unlike cookie tins where visual appeal and stackability dominate, tea tins must prioritize airtight seals and food-grade safety. Whether you need classic tea storage tins for daily loose leaf use, decorative tea tins for gifting, or custom tea tin boxes for premium matcha, our collection offers diverse shapes and sizes. These tea tin containers are designed with features like double lids, inner plug lids, or silicone seals to lock in freshness – not just protect the contents. For traditional tea markets, our chinese tea tins and matcha tea tins replicate authentic designs that resonate with tea connoisseurs.
As a dedicated factory with a 50,000㎡ production facility, we bridge the gap between complex customization and mass-market supply. Tea deserves packaging that preserves its aroma and protects against moisture. Our metal tea tins are designed with airtight seals and food-grade coatings to keep loose leaf tea fresh during transit and on the shelf. Need a specific size? Check our 3000+ existing molds first – likely we already have it. Whether you need thousands of units or a bespoke custom run for a new tea brand, our team ensures every order is executed with zero-defect quality control including incoming inspection, in-line checks, and drop tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have questions about our bulk tea tins or custom manufacturing services, please browse our frequently asked questions below. If you don’t find the specific details you’re looking for, feel free to contact us for a free consultation. Our team is ready to provide the exact information you need to move your tea packaging project forward.
Are tea tins airtight?
No metal tin is 100% airtight. For bulk tea tins, we offer 4 options: clasp lock (strongest), double lids, screw lid, or friction lid. Add an aluminum foil bag for maximum freshness.
How long does loose leaf tea last in a tin?
Green tea: 6-12 months. Black tea: 12-24 months. Store in a food-grade tin with aluminum foil bag inside. Keep in cool, dry, dark place. Close lid tightly after each use.
Can tea tins be recycled?
Yes. Tinplate steel is 100% recyclable with over 90% global recycling rate. Metal can be recycled infinitely without quality loss. Remove plastic lids or inner bags, then place in metal recycling bin.
What to do with empty tea tins?
Reuse them! Common ideas: tea bag storage, coffee/spice containers, office organizers, small planters, sewing kits, or gift boxes. Our tins are durable with tight lids for multiple uses.
Where can I buy tea tins in bulk online?
Buy directly from manufacturers like us. 35-year factory (est.1991) supplying Walmart, Amazon, CVS. MOQ 5,000 pieces. 3,000+ existing molds. Request a quote at tdtin.com.
What is the best lid type for loose leaf tea tins?
Clasp lock lids for maximum sealing. Double lids for daily use. Screw lids for matcha powder. Friction lid for budget option. We produce all 4 types. Tell us your tea – we will suggest the best lid.
Companies offering custom printed tea tins?
We are a direct factory. Custom services: any shape/size/color, gloss/matte finish, embossing, hot stamping, handles, ribbons. MOQ 5,000 pieces. New mold lead time: 25 days. Send artwork for free proof.
How to store loose leaf tea in a tin?
Step 1: Clean and dry tin. Step 2: Place tea in aluminum foil bag, then inside tin. Step 3: Close lid tightly. Step 4: Store in cool, dry, dark place. Step 5: Close lid immediately after each use. Do not use wet spoons.
Are tea tins smell proof?
Highly effective but not 100% smell proof. Tinplate steel is non-porous and does not absorb odors like plastic. For strong teas (Earl Grey, chai) and delicate teas (white tea, matcha), use separate tins or aluminum foil bags inside.
What is the MOQ for custom tea tins?
Standard MOQ is 5,000 pieces per design. Tooling and setup costs are fixed – smaller quantities make unit price too high for B2B. Existing molds from our 3,000+ library may allow smaller trial orders.
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