tinlid
Tinlid is a term used to describe the lid or end of a tin can or metal container. In packaging, it is typically made from tinplate or tin-coated steel, though modern lids may also use aluminum or coated steel. The lid is produced as a circular disk that is formed to fit the can body and sealed through a seam or closure process in can manufacturing. In industry parlance, the component is often referred to as an “end” rather than simply a lid, reflecting its role as a separate, sealable part of a two-piece or three-piece can.
There are several common lid configurations. Pry-off ends require tools or force to remove the entire lid,
In household use, tinlid commonly refers to the lids of tins used for storage and baking goods,
Recycling and safety considerations apply to tin lids as part of tinplate cans. Tinplate is widely recycled,
See also: Canning, Metal can, Tinplate, Packaging recycling.