How We Developed 75ml Plastic Paint Tubes for an Art Supply Brand
An art supply brand partnered with Xinfly Packaging to develop custom 75ml plastic paint tubes for its acrylic paint and artist pigment product line. Unlike cosmetic tube packaging, this project focused on high-viscosity paint dispensing, stronger tube body recovery, screw-cap sealing, clear color identification, and durable packaging for art supply retail and e-commerce shipping.
After reviewing the paint viscosity, filling process, color-series requirements, tube size, cap function, and retail display needs, our engineers recommended a 75ml PE plastic paint tube with a screw cap, strong shoulder structure, and custom offset printing. This solution helped the customer create packaging that was lighter than aluminum tubes, easier to handle, and more consistent for mass production.
Project Background
The customer was developing a new artist paint collection for art supply stores, online creative marketplaces, school painting kits, and professional studio use. The product line included acrylic paint, pigment paste, craft paint, and color-series tubes designed for both beginners and experienced artists.
Before working with Xinfly Packaging, the customer considered traditional aluminum paint tubes. However, aluminum tubes can dent permanently, appear damaged after repeated use, and create higher shipping pressure. The brand wanted a modern plastic tube solution that could maintain a clean appearance, support clear branding, and provide reliable squeezing performance for thick paint formulas.
Based on our experience in paint tubes, pigment tubes, PE tubes, screw cap tubes, and tube capacity and diameter planning, we developed a 75ml plastic paint tube solution optimized for art supply brands.
Customer Pain Points Before Development
Paint Was Thick and Hard to Dispense
- Acrylic paint and pigment paste have higher viscosity than most skincare formulas.
- Standard soft tubes could deform too much or feel difficult to squeeze.
- The customer needed a tube body that balanced flexibility and strength.
Sealing and Leakage Risk
- 75ml paint tubes carry more product weight than small cosmetic samples.
- High-viscosity paint creates pressure around the shoulder, cap, and tail seal.
- The customer needed stronger sealing performance for export cartons and e-commerce delivery.
Clear Color Identification
- Paint products need readable color names, color numbers, batch information, and capacity details.
- The brand wanted consistent artwork across multiple shades.
- Printing clarity was important for retail display and repeat purchases.
Factory Engineer’s Recommendation: 75ml PE Plastic Paint Tube with Screw Cap
From a factory engineering perspective, paint tube packaging should not follow the same logic as cosmetic tubes. Paint formulas are thicker, heavier, and often squeezed with more force. The tube must provide controlled dispensing, strong shoulder support, reliable tail sealing, and clear product information for color selection.
Based on 15+ years of tube manufacturing experience, our engineers recommended a 75ml PE plastic tube with a screw cap. PE material helps reduce permanent dents compared with aluminum tubes, while still providing good squeeze performance and lighter shipping weight for art supply brands.
We also recommended evaluating 35mm or 40mm tube diameter depending on the final filling weight and artwork layout. For thicker pigment formulas or longer shelf-life requirements, brands can also evaluate 5-layer plastic tubes or multi-layer tube structures.
Why We Recommended Plastic Tubes Instead of Aluminum Tubes
Less Permanent Denting
Aluminum paint tubes can dent permanently after squeezing or transportation. Plastic paint tubes recover better after use, helping the package maintain a cleaner appearance throughout the product lifecycle.
Lighter for E-Commerce Shipping
PE plastic tubes are lighter than traditional metal tubes, which helps reduce shipping pressure for online art supply stores, school kits, and multi-color paint sets.
Better Brand Consistency
Plastic tubes allow consistent tube body color, clearer printing, and flexible artwork systems across multiple paint shades and product series.
Why Screw Caps Work Better for Paint Tubes
Stronger Closure for Thick Paint
High-viscosity paint creates more pressure around the opening during squeezing. A screw cap provides a secure closure and helps reduce accidental opening during storage and shipping.
Cleaner Repeated Use
Artists often open and close paint tubes repeatedly. Screw caps are durable, easy to control, and better suited for products used over multiple painting sessions.
Suitable for Studio and School Kits
Screw caps provide a familiar and reliable closure system for acrylic paint, craft paint, pigment paste, student paint sets, and professional art supply products.
Why 75ml Is a Practical Size for Art Paint Brands
More Value Than Small Tubes
Compared with 30ml or 50ml tubes, 75ml provides more product value for frequent users while still remaining compact enough for retail sets and online sales.
Good Balance for Professionals and Students
75ml works well for both professional artists who need more paint volume and students who want affordable paint tubes for regular practice.
Efficient for Color Series
A 75ml size can be used across multiple shades, allowing the brand to build a consistent product line for acrylic paint, pigment paste, and craft paint collections.
Final Packaging Specifications
The final 75ml plastic paint tube solution was developed around thick paint dispensing, reliable sealing, color identification, retail display, and e-commerce durability. The PE tube with screw cap provided the customer with a practical alternative to traditional aluminum paint tubes.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Project Type | 75ml Plastic Paint Tubes Packaging Project for Art Supply Brand |
| Application | Acrylic Paint, Artist Paint, Pigment Paste, Craft Paint |
| Recommended Capacity | 75ml |
| Tube Diameter | 35mm / 40mm Optional |
| Tube Material | PE Plastic Tube |
| Tube Structure | 2-Layer PE / 5-Layer PE Optional |
| Surface Finish | Glossy / Matte Optional |
| Printing | Offset Printing + Silk Screen Details |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Target Market | Art Supply Brands, Acrylic Paint Brands, School Kits, E-Commerce Paint Sets |
Services Provided by Xinfly Packaging
Xinfly Packaging supported the art supply brand from early tube evaluation to sampling and production. Our engineering team reviewed paint viscosity, filling weight, tube diameter, shoulder strength, screw cap fit, artwork readability, shade identification, and export packing requirements before confirming the final paint tube solution.
Packaging Engineering
- Paint viscosity and squeeze performance review
- 75ml capacity and tube diameter recommendation
- PE plastic tube structure selection
- Screw cap and shoulder matching
- Tail sealing strength evaluation
Art Supply Branding Support
- Artwork layout for color names and shade numbers
- Color-series packaging consistency review
- Offset printing layout optimization
- Silk screen logo or product detail support
- Glossy or matte finish selection
Production & Quality Control
- Stock sample and custom sample support
- Printing sample confirmation
- Cap fitting and leakage checks
- Mass production management
- Export carton packing and delivery support
Relevant Packaging Options for Paint and Pigment Brands
Paint Tubes
Custom tube solutions for acrylic paint, craft paint, pigment paste, and artist color products. Learn more about paint tubes.
Pigment Tubes
Suitable for pigment paste, color concentrates, and art material products requiring controlled dispensing. Explore pigment tubes.
PE Tubes
Flexible and lightweight tube structures for non-cosmetic and cosmetic packaging projects. View PE tubes.
Screw Cap Tubes
Reliable closure options for high-viscosity formulas and repeated-use products. See screw cap tubes.
About Xinfly Packaging
Xinfly Packaging is a professional tube packaging manufacturer with more than 15 years of production experience serving beauty, personal care, oral care, industrial products, and art supply brands worldwide. In addition to cosmetic tube packaging, we also develop custom tube solutions for acrylic paint, artist pigments, adhesives, gels, color pastes, and specialty industrial applications.
For paint tube projects, our engineering team evaluates formula viscosity, filling temperature, dispensing performance, cap sealing, tube structure strength, artwork readability, and transportation durability. This approach helps art supply brands achieve better user experience while maintaining efficient mass production and cost control.
From material selection and artwork development to sample approval and large-scale manufacturing, Xinfly Packaging provides complete OEM and ODM packaging solutions for paint and pigment brands looking for reliable, customized tube packaging.
Development Process
Project Results
The final packaging solution helped the customer launch a professional paint tube collection with stronger shelf appeal, improved dispensing performance, reliable transportation stability, and a more modern appearance than traditional aluminum paint tubes. The new packaging also improved consistency across multiple paint colors and product series.
Client Feedback
"Xinfly Packaging helped us create a paint tube solution that feels modern, durable, and professional. The tube structure performs well with thick acrylic paint, the printing quality is excellent, and the screw cap system works perfectly for repeated use by artists and students."
— Product Development Manager, Art Supply Brand
Frequently Asked Questions About Plastic Paint Tubes
1. What material is best for plastic paint tubes?
PE plastic tubes are one of the most commonly used options because they provide flexibility, durability, and reliable dispensing for acrylic paint and pigment products.
2. Why choose plastic paint tubes instead of aluminum tubes?
Plastic tubes are lighter, resist permanent dents better, and provide greater design flexibility while maintaining good squeeze performance.
3. Is 75ml a common paint tube size?
Yes. 75ml is a popular size for acrylic paint, artist paint, and educational art supplies because it balances volume and portability.
4. Why are screw caps recommended for paint tubes?
Screw caps provide reliable sealing, reduce leakage risk, and perform well for repeated opening and closing during painting sessions.
5. Can plastic paint tubes be custom printed?
Yes. We support offset printing, silk screen printing, custom color matching, product identification systems, and branded artwork.
6. Can you produce multiple color variants?
Yes. We can help art supply brands create consistent packaging systems across large paint color collections.
7. Can paint tubes use multi-layer structures?
Yes. Depending on formula requirements, 5-layer and multi-layer tube structures can be evaluated for enhanced performance.
8. What printing methods are available?
Offset printing, silk screen printing, labeling, and custom decoration options are available depending on artwork complexity.
9. Can you provide samples before production?
Yes. We can provide stock samples, custom samples, printed samples, and engineering samples before mass production.
10. What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide tube capacity, diameter, cap type, artwork requirements, order quantity, and paint formula information if available.
11. Do you support OEM and private label projects?
Yes. Xinfly Packaging supports OEM, ODM, and private label packaging projects for paint and art supply brands.
12. Do you export globally?
Yes. We supply tube packaging solutions to customers across North America, Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia, and other international markets.
Looking for Custom Plastic Paint Tubes?
Whether you're developing acrylic paint, artist pigments, craft paint, color paste, or educational art supply products, Xinfly Packaging can help you create custom tube packaging that combines durability, reliable dispensing, and strong retail presentation.
Our engineers can recommend the right tube diameter, material structure, cap type, printing method, and packaging configuration based on your paint formula and target market.