YouJia Metal Can Inc.

What YouJia Metal Can Inc. does

YouJia Metal Can Inc. (legal entity: Shaanxi YouJia Industry Co., Ltd.) is a privately held Chinese metal container manufacturer founded in 1991 and headquartered in Qujiang District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. The company produces a broad portfolio of tinplate cans, F-style rectangular cans, aerosol tin cans, utility cans, monotop cans, seamless aluminum bottles, stainless steel square cans, and steel drums across a 0.1L to 25L capacity range, with no public listing and no disclosed external investors. Its core production technologies include automated laser welding, high-frequency resistance welding, dual-sided polymer film lamination using plant-based waterborne adhesives, a proprietary fusion-sealed curling process, and a KDD (Knocked Down Drums) semi-finished manufacturing system that flattens drum bodies for export-optimized container loading.

The company serves a diversified B2B customer base across industrial (paints, coatings, adhesives, chemicals, solvents, lubricants, inks), automotive and chemical (F-style cans for motor oils and hazardous materials), beverage and nutraceutical (BPA-free aluminum bottles for acidic drinks), premium cosmetics and personal care (stainless steel and aluminum), and premium spirits and liquor verticals. Named customers include Jotun, Backdrop, and Japan Tokyo Ink, with products exported to 15 countries. Sales are conducted directly via website inquiry, email, mobile/WhatsApp, and free samples, with quote-based pricing tied to size, material, customization, MOQ, and closure type.

Revenue is generated primarily through wholesale hardware sales of metal containers, with no recurring software or service layer. The company has built an extensive mold library and in-house vendor managed inventory system over three decades, positioning itself as a one-stop supplier from production through printing and shipping. Certifications related to FDA, EU regulation, and California Proposition 65 compliance are referenced for food-grade internal linings, supporting entry into regulated beverage and nutraceutical markets.

Name

YouJia Metal Can Inc.

Legal name

You Jia Metal Can

Website

https://yjmetalcan.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

YouJia Metal Can Inc. is a Xi'an-based Chinese manufacturer of tinplate, aluminum, and stainless steel metal containers (0.1L–25L) serving industrial, automotive, beverage, cosmetics, and spirits brands across 15 countries as a B2B direct exporter.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Metal Containers & Industrial Packaging

NAICS

Metal Can, Box, and Other Metal Container (Light Gauge) Manufacturing (33243), Metal Can Manufacturing (332431)

SIC

Metal Cans (3411), Metal Shipping Barrels, Drums, Kegs & Pails (3412)

akta.pro primary industry

General Line Cans (Chemical, Paint, Specialty) (IMALADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Pails & Paint Cans (IMALADAE), Aerosol Cans (Personal Care, Household, Industrial) (IMALADAC), Metal Can Ends, Lids & Components (Ends, Rings, Tabs) (IMALADAJ)

Keywords

• Metal container manufacturing
• Tinplate can production
• Industrial packaging solutions
• Steel drum manufacturing
• Aluminum bottle supplier

Headquarters

HQ city

Xi'an

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Metal Container Product Sales: Primary revenue from manufacturing and selling metal containers including tinplate cans (0.1L-25L), F-style cans, utility cans, aerosol tin cans, aluminum bottles, monotop cans, stainless steel cans, steel drums, stainless steel drums, custom cans, and components (handles, caps, lids). Revenue is generated through wholesale/bulk orders to B2B customers including paint, chemical, cosmetics, and industrial brands globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

YouJia Metal Can manufactures and sells metal containers ranging from 0.1L to 25L capacity, including tinplate cans (paint cans, F-style cans, utility cans, aerosol cans, monotop cans), seamless aluminum bottles, stainless steel oblong cans, steel drums, stainless steel drums, custom cans, and components such as handles, caps, and lids. The company provides one-stop packaging solutions covering production, printing, and shipping for B2B industrial buyers in paints, chemicals, lubricants, beverages, cosmetics, and specialty liquids.

Product overview

YouJia Metal Can Inc. is a metal container manufacturing company founded in 1991, offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial packaging solutions. The product lineup centers on tinplate cans (0.1L to 25L capacity) for paints, oils, adhesives, lubricants, and chemical fluids, complemented by aluminum bottles, stainless steel containers, and steel drums. The portfolio includes Paint Cans, F-style Cans, Utility Cans, Aerosol Tin Cans, Aluminum Bottles, Monotop Cans, Stainless Steel Oblong Cans, Steel Drums, Stainless Steel Drums, Custom Cans, and Components (handles, caps, lids). The company provides one-stop solutions from production through printing and shipping, with offerings ranging from standard stock products to fully customized packaging with various printing and closure options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Paint Cans Round metal paint cans in various sizes from pint to gallon with advanced seaming structures for airtightness and compatibility with coating formulations, designed for paint and coatings manufacturers and industrial buyers.
• F-style Cans Rectangular tinplate cans for heavy-duty industrial applications including motor oils, chemical solvents, thinners, adhesives, and liquid coatings, featuring resistance welding and anti-corrosion side seam coating for high-impact, leak-proof performance.
• Utility Cans Small round utility cans typically used for PVC/CPVC cement, adhesives, and solutions, offered with dauber caps, brush caps, and various closure options for industrial and DIY users.
• Aerosol Tin Cans Tinplate aerosol cans designed for pressurized dispensing of spray paints, industrial degreasers, personal care mists, and lubricants.
• Aluminum Bottles Seamless monobloc aluminum bottles from 10ml to 100ml+ capacities, 100% rust-proof with premium metallic finish and BPA-free internal linings, suited for essential oils, cosmetics, beverages, and personal care products.
• Monotop Cans Round cans with integrated brush cap or dauber and metal screw tops designed for easy application of pastes, glues, adhesives, polishes, and PVC/cement.
• Stainless Steel Oblong Cans Rectangular stainless steel cans made from 304/316L medical-grade stainless steel with BPA-free non-reactive construction, high-luster finish, and precision engineering for up to 25% more efficient palletizing, serving premium cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical liquids, specialty chemicals, biotech, and premium nutrition buyers.
• Steel Drums Industrial steel drums utilizing dual-sided laminated polymer film technology with laser welding for zero leakage, KDD semi-finished manufacturing system for optimized container loading, and food-grade inner linings for chemical and food-grade applications.
• Stainless Steel Drums Heavy-duty stainless steel drums for industrial chemical storage and transport, offering corrosion resistance and a premium metallic appearance.
• Custom Cans Custom metal packaging solutions with custom dimensions, colors, finishes, printing options (silk-screen, UV printing, heat transfer, laser engraving), and specialized closures tailored to brand-specific requirements.
• Components (handles, caps, lids) Accessory components for metal cans including handles, caps, lids, and closures such as inner seals, dauber caps, brush caps, metal and plastic caps, and various sealing options.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 30% more product volume per shipping container with F-style rectangular design compared to round cans
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Crown Holdings: Global metal packaging giant producing food, beverage, and aerosol cans worldwide. Directly competes in tinplate and aerosol cans but operates at vastly larger scale across dozens of countries; YouJia is a sub-scale alternative for customers seeking regional or specialty supply.
• Ardagh Group: Global metal and glass packaging producer with strong food can and specialty can presence. Competes with YouJia on food-grade lined cans, aluminum bottles, and custom specialty containers for beverage and personal care end markets.
• Silgan Holdings: Major North American metal food container and aerosol can producer with global operations. Closely comparable on paint cans, F-style cans, and aerosol tin cans — competing head-to-head with YouJia in the industrial/specialty metal container space.
• Ball Corporation: One of the world's largest aluminum and steel can manufacturers, primarily for beverage and food customers. Overlaps with YouJia on aluminum bottles/beverage cans and food-grade lined cans; Ball is the scale benchmark in beverage aluminum packaging.
• Berlin Packaging: Global rigid packaging supplier offering metal cans, aluminum bottles, and components across cosmetics, personal care, and food/beverage. Adjacent competitor on aluminum bottles and custom metal packaging, though with a hybrid distribution-plus-manufacturing model.

Direct peers

• Mauser Packaging Solutions: Industrial container manufacturer specializing in steel and plastic drums, IBCs, and reconditioning services. Direct competitor to YouJia's steel drum and stainless steel drum product lines for industrial chemical and hazardous-material customers.
• CPMC Holdings: Major Chinese metal packaging manufacturer (subsidiary of ORG Technology) producing food cans, beverage cans, and specialty containers. Most direct Asia-based competitor to YouJia, operating at meaningfully larger scale from Chinese manufacturing bases.
• Independent Can Company: US-based custom metal can manufacturer serving paint, coatings, and specialty chemical markets. Closest direct peer in terms of customer end markets (paint cans, F-style cans) and custom manufacturing service model, though at smaller scale than global incumbents.
• Allstate Can Corporation: Specialty tinplate can manufacturer serving paint, chemical, and food markets with custom-printed cans. Closely comparable on product mix (paint cans, oblong/F-style cans, custom printing) and mid-market positioning vs. global incumbents.

Emerging players

• TricorBraun: Large North American rigid packaging distributor with growing metal packaging capabilities including aluminum bottles and tinplate containers. Competes with YouJia on aluminum bottles for essential oils, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals but operates primarily through distribution rather than pure manufacturing.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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