From metal caps to container lids, and everything in between, Richards provides a wide variety of caps and closures to support your business needs. Let’s break down the most common types:
Continuous Thread Caps
Continuous Thread (CT) Caps are one of the most common and versatile closure types used in packaging. These threaded caps are designed to securely fit a wide range of containers—including plastic bottles and jars, along with glass jars and bottles. CT caps provide a reliable seal and are available in various styles, including options with built-in applicators or brushes, making them ideal for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food products, and industrial uses.
Metal Caps
Metal Caps are durable, reliable closures commonly used with glass and plastic bottles and jars. Available in a variety of finishes—including continuous thread (CT), ROPP (Roll-On Pilfer-Proof), crown, and lug—metal caps provide a secure seal for a wide range of applications. They are especially popular in the food and beverage, canning, and fresh pack industries, offering both functionality and a classic, professional look.
Dispensing Caps
Dispensing Caps are designed for to allow controlled product dispensing without removing the cap. Typically available with continuous thread (CT) or snap-on finishes, these closures are ideal for enhancing user experience and minimizing waste. Dispensing caps come in a wide variety of styles, including snap-top, disc-top, snip-tip, directional spout (turret), push-pull, twist open-close, Yorker, hinge, shaker, spice caps, single-flap, dual-flap, and spigot options. These closures are widely used in personal care, household, industrial, and food packaging.
Other Caps
Beyond these three, other classifications include:
- Collapsible tube caps, which hold viscous liquids such as toothpaste, creams, and gels
- Container lids, which are simple caps with primarily snap-on finishes or a friction fit
- Overcaps and hoods, which can be used both alone or over sprayers and pumps
- Child resistant caps (CRCs) use mechanisms to create difficulty for children to open
What's Next?
Ultimately, cap selection serves as an important step in product packaging. Browse our extensive cap and closure offerings and contact a sales representative to discuss options through complimentary 1-on-1 support!
