ISO 10653:1993

Overview

ISO 10653:1993 - Light-gauge metal containers: Round open-top cans (defined by nominal gross lidded capacities) specifies the standardized nominal gross lidded capacities and the corresponding nominal diameters for round open-top cans. The standard consolidates and replaces earlier parts of ISO 3004 to reduce the number of standardized sizes while aligning with common production and industry requirements. Gross lidded capacities and tolerances are to be determined in accordance with ISO 90-1.

Key topics and requirements

• Nominal gross lidded capacities: The standard lists the approved nominal capacities for round open-top cans; each capacity is paired with the related nominal diameters.
• Nominal diameters: Diameters referenced in the standard correspond to those listed in ISO 1361 (internal diameters for round open-top cans).
• Measurement and tolerances: Capacity tolerances and the method for determining gross lidded capacity follow ISO 90-1.
• Selection criteria: The capacities included were chosen to simplify the range of standardized sizes based on industry usage and consensus (e.g., production volume, listing in ISO 1361, and support from multiple ISO member bodies).
• Informative material: Annex A is informative and additional classification of can sizes by construction type is referenced in ISO/TR 11761.
• Scope limitation: Cans for liquid products with added gas are treated separately (see ISO 10654).

Applications and who uses this standard

ISO 10653 is relevant to organizations and roles involved in metal can packaging:

• Container manufacturers - for design, tooling, and production planning using standardized capacities and diameters.
• Packaging engineers and product designers - to select appropriate can sizes compatible with industry norms.
• Quality assurance and test laboratories - for capacity verification and conformity checks per ISO 90-1.
• Procurement and supply chain teams - to specify standard sizes for sourcing and compatibility with filling lines.
• Regulatory and standards bodies - for alignment of national and international packaging requirements. Common application sectors include food preservation, beverage packaging (non-pressurized), industrial products, and any supply chain relying on light-gauge metal containers.

Related standards

• ISO 90-1: Definitions and determination methods for dimensions and capacities (Part 1: Open-top cans)
• ISO 1361: Internal diameters for round open-top cans
• ISO 10654: Round open-top cans for liquid products with added gas (defined by filling volume)
• ISO/TR 11761: Classification of can sizes by construction type
• (Replaces earlier parts of) ISO 3004 series

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