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8021 Aluminum Foil

O & H Tempers | 0.018–0.20 mm Thickness | 100–1600 mm Width | Custom Foil Rolls

Industrial Aluminum Foil Supply

8021 Aluminum Foil for Deep-Forming, Packaging & Converting

Voyage Metal supplies 8021 aluminum foil for deep-forming, flexible packaging, laminate structures and industrial converting. Reference supply capability covers thicknesses from 0.018 to 0.20 mm and widths from 100 to 1600 mm, with customized specifications available for project review.

Temper, roll size, core diameter, surface requirement, pinhole criteria, documentation and packing can be reviewed according to the buyer's production process and final application.

8021 AlloyO & H TempersMOQ 1 MTCustom SlittingFDA Documentation Available
8021Registered wrought aluminum alloy
18–200 μmReference thickness range
100–1600 mmReference width range
1 MTMinimum order quantity
3–5 DaysAvailable-stock delivery
Technical Data

8021 Aluminum Foil Specifications

The following ranges are intended as practical procurement references. Final temper, dimensional tolerance, roll construction, surface condition and inspection criteria should be confirmed before order placement.

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Item Reference Supply Buyer Notes
Alloy / Grade 8021 8xxx-series wrought aluminum alloy used for foil products.
Temper F, O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H19, H22, H24, H26, H28 or customized O temper is an important option where soft condition and forming behavior are required. Final temper should match the downstream process.
Thickness 0.018–0.20 mm (18–200 μm) or customized Confirm actual thickness and tolerance rather than relying only on generic foil gauge descriptions.
Width 100–1600 mm (3.94–62.99 in) or customized Slit widths can be reviewed according to converter and production-line requirements.
Supply Form Jumbo Roll / Slit Roll / Customized Roll Roll configuration depends on width, thickness, equipment and packing requirements.
Core ID 76 / 152 mm or customized Confirm the required core before rewinding or slitting.
Roll Weight / OD By order requirement or customized Should be matched to handling capacity and unwinding equipment.
Surface Bright / Matte / Specified Finish Final surface depends on thickness, rolling route and downstream coating, printing or lamination requirements.
Processing Slitting / Rewinding / Custom Roll Preparation Processing is reviewed according to finished width, roll weight and buyer equipment.
MOQ 1 MT Final quotation depends on temper, dimensions, processing and packing.
Stock Lead Time 3–5 working days Applies to available stock. Customized or made-to-order material requires separate lead-time confirmation.
Documents MTC / MTR / COA as required State required documents in the RFQ or purchase order.
FDA / Testing Documentation and testing available upon request Applicable regulated-use requirements should be confirmed by final product structure, destination and intended use.
Packing Export pallet / protective wrapping / customized Moisture protection, roll protection and shipping marks can be discussed for export orders.
Need a different size? Thickness, width, core ID, roll weight, surface condition and packing can be reviewed as customized specifications. Send the complete application and RFQ requirements before production confirmation.
Material & Performance

What Is 8021 Aluminum Foil?

8021 is an 8xxx-series wrought aluminum alloy with iron as a principal controlled alloying component. In foil form, it is commonly evaluated for applications where a combination of soft temper, forming capability, controlled thickness and stable converting performance is required.

For industrial purchasing, the alloy number alone is not enough to define performance. Buyers should specify the temper, thickness, width, tolerance, surface condition, pinhole requirement, roll configuration and end use.

Buyers comparing different foil grades can also review 8011 aluminum foil , 8079 aluminum foil and 1235 aluminum foil .

8021 Alloy Chemistry
Controlled Al-Fe based composition
Temper Selection
O or H temper according to forming and converting needs
Foil Processing
Rolling, annealing, slitting and rewinding
Final Application
Packaging, laminate and technical converting structures
Alloy Identification

8021 Aluminum Chemical Composition

The registered alloy composition identifies 8021 aluminum. Batch chemistry for a specific shipment should be checked against the agreed material certificate and purchase specification.

Element 8021 Composition Limit Engineering Note
Silicon (Si) ≤ 0.15% Registered alloy composition limit.
Iron (Fe) 1.20–1.70% Major controlled alloying component in 8021.
Copper (Cu) ≤ 0.05% Controlled residual/alloy limit.
Other Elements — Each ≤ 0.05% Per registered composition limits.
Other Elements — Total ≤ 0.15% Per registered composition limits.
Aluminum (Al) Remainder Balance of registered alloy composition.
Important: Chemical composition identifies the alloy, but it does not by itself define elongation, tensile properties, pinhole level, food-contact compliance or forming performance. Those requirements should be defined by the final foil specification and order condition.
Temper Selection

8021-O and Other Foil Tempers

Temper identifies the metallurgical condition of the foil. The correct temper should be selected together with thickness, forming depth and the downstream converting process.

O

O Temper

Annealed, soft condition commonly evaluated where higher ductility and forming capability are important.

H1x

H12–H19

Strain-hardened conditions used when a buyer requires a different balance of hardness, strength and forming behavior.

H2x

H22–H28

Strain-hardened and partially annealed conditions available for project-specific foil requirements.

RFQ

Specify the Condition

Do not select temper only by alloy number. State forming, lamination, stiffness and downstream processing requirements.

Mechanical-property acceptance should follow the agreed temper + thickness + purchase specification. Voyage Metal can review project-specific tensile, elongation and forming requirements before quotation.
Custom Processing

Slitting, Rewinding & Roll Preparation

Foil buyers often need more than an alloy and thickness. Roll configuration should match the converting line, handling method and finished-product process.

01Confirm Material8021, temper, thickness and tolerance.
02Set Finished WidthStandard or customized slit width.
03Define the RollCore ID, OD, roll weight and winding requirements.
04Inspect & PackSurface, edge, documents and export protection.
Surface & Pinhole Control

Pinhole Requirements Should Be Defined by Application

Why Thickness Matters

Pinhole behavior becomes increasingly important as foil becomes thinner. Sensitive barrier structures should therefore define an inspection method and acceptance level rather than relying only on alloy designation.

For more information on foil gauge and thickness selection, see our Aluminum Foil Thickness Guide .

What Buyers Should Specify

State foil thickness, application, laminate structure, acceptable pinhole criteria, inspection method and any reporting requirement.

ASTM B926 pinhole inspection can be discussed where the buyer's specification requires this type of light-table test method.

Applications

Typical 8021 Aluminum Foil Applications

Final suitability depends on alloy condition, thickness, forming depth, laminate or coating structure, regulatory requirements and the buyer's downstream production process.

Deep-Form Packaging Structures

8021 foil can be evaluated in applications requiring a soft foil condition and substantial forming during downstream package production.

Confirm temper, thickness, forming depth and laminate structure.

Pharmaceutical Packaging Structures

8021 can be supplied as a base foil for selected pharmaceutical and cold-form packaging structures, subject to final laminate design, inspection criteria and applicable compliance requirements.

Final regulatory suitability is application-specific.

Flexible & High-Barrier Laminates

Used as an aluminum layer in converted structures where foil is laminated, coated, printed or further processed by packaging converters.

Surface and pinhole requirements should be defined in the RFQ.

Battery Pouch Laminate Structures

8021 may be evaluated as part of selected laminated battery pouch structures where forming behavior is required.

This is different from aluminum current-collector foil used inside a battery cell.

For a broader overview of foil end uses, see Industrial Aluminum Foil Uses: Packaging, Insulation, Electronics and Buying Tips .

Documentation & Testing

FDA Documentation, Material Certificates & Project Testing

Documentation requirements differ by application and destination market. Voyage Metal can provide material and compliance documentation according to the buyer's purchase requirement and can arrange project-specific testing when required.

MTC / MTR / COA Material documentation can be supplied according to order requirements.
FDA Documentation FDA-related documentation is available for applicable orders. Additional testing can be arranged according to project requirements.
Third-Party Testing Inspection or testing requirements can be discussed before order confirmation.

For food-contact, pharmaceutical or other regulated applications, please state the final use, destination market, finished structure and required test/document standard in the RFQ.

Alloy Selection

8021 vs 8011 vs 8079 Aluminum Foil

These alloys should not be treated as interchangeable based only on price. The required temper, thickness and finished application determine which foil should be technically reviewed.

Alloy General Procurement Position Typical Buyer Focus Product Page
8011 Widely used general packaging foil alloy Household, catering, container and flexible packaging requirements View 8011 Foil
8021 Foil alloy evaluated for forming-intensive and converted structures Soft temper, forming depth, laminate structure and pinhole criteria Current Product
8079 Flexible packaging and thin-gauge converting alloy Flexibility, roll quality, surface and packaging conversion View 8079 Foil
Alloy selection is only the first step. Final performance also depends on temper, thickness, laminate design, surface treatment, forming process and quality acceptance criteria.
Quality Control

8021 Foil Inspection Before Shipment

01

Material Review

Alloy, temper, batch identification and required material documents.

02

Dimensions

Thickness, width and applicable dimensional requirements.

03

Roll & Surface

Surface appearance, edge condition, winding and agreed roll configuration.

04

Final Order Check

Packing, labels, documents and project-specific inspection requirements.

Pinhole inspection, additional tests and third-party inspection can be arranged when specified in the buyer's purchase requirements.
Procurement Guide

How to Specify 8021 Aluminum Foil in an RFQ

A complete RFQ allows us to check availability and technical compatibility before preparing a quotation.

01
Temper O, H temper or required mechanical condition.
02
Thickness × Width Use μm or mm and state required tolerance.
03
Roll Specification Core ID, roll OD, roll weight or roll length.
04
Application Forming, lamination, packaging, coating or other converting process.
05
Quality Requirements Surface, pinhole, edge, tolerance and inspection criteria.
06
Commercial Information Quantity, required documents, packing and destination.
Supply Terms

MOQ, Stock & Delivery

Commercial Item Voyage Metal Supply Term
Minimum Order Quantity 1 metric ton
Available Stock Shipment preparation / delivery arrangement normally 3–5 working days for available stock.
Customized Production Please contact Voyage Metal for lead time based on temper, thickness, width, quantity and processing.
Material Documents MTC, MTR, COA and buyer-required documents can be supplied according to order requirements.
Testing FDA-related and other project-specific testing can be arranged according to the required application.
Export Packing Roll protection, pallet packing, moisture protection and shipping marks according to order requirements.
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FAQ

8021 Aluminum Foil Frequently Asked Questions

What is 8021 aluminum foil?

8021 is an 8xxx-series wrought aluminum alloy used in foil applications. Buyers commonly evaluate it where soft temper, forming performance, controlled thickness and converting requirements are important.

What temper is available for 8021 aluminum foil?

Reference temper options include F, O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H19, H22, H24, H26 and H28. Final availability should be confirmed by thickness, width, quantity and end use. O temper is an important option for forming-intensive applications.

What thickness of 8021 aluminum foil can Voyage Metal supply?

The reference thickness range is 0.018–0.20 mm, or 18–200 microns. Customized thicknesses can be reviewed according to application, quantity and production capability.

What width is available?

The reference supply width is 100–1600 mm or customized. Finished slit width, width tolerance and roll configuration should be included in the RFQ.

Can 8021 aluminum foil be used for pharmaceutical packaging?

8021 can be considered as a base foil for selected pharmaceutical and cold-form packaging structures. Final suitability depends on the finished laminate, thickness, forming requirement, coating or adhesive system, applicable regulations and required testing.

Can you provide FDA documentation?

Yes. FDA-related documentation is available for applicable orders, and testing can be arranged according to customer and project requirements. Buyers should provide the final application and required compliance criteria before order confirmation.

Can 8021 foil be used for battery pouch applications?

8021 may be evaluated as the aluminum layer in selected battery pouch laminate structures. This application is different from battery current-collector foil, so the complete laminate and technical requirements should be confirmed before quotation.

What is the MOQ for 8021 aluminum foil?

The minimum order quantity is 1 metric ton. Final availability and quotation depend on temper, thickness, width, processing and packing.

How fast can stock material be delivered?

Available stock can normally be arranged within 3–5 working days. Made-to-order or customized material requires a separate production lead-time confirmation.

What documents can you provide?

MTC, MTR, COA and project-specific documents can be supplied according to customer requirements. State all required documents and testing in the RFQ or purchase order.

8021 Aluminum Foil RFQ

Send Your Required Specification

For a technically comparable quotation, please send: temper + thickness × width + tolerance + core ID + roll weight/OD + quantity + application + surface/pinhole requirement + required documents + destination.

Example: 8021-O / 0.045 × 1000 mm / 76 mm core / 5 MT / cold-form laminate / COA + FDA documentation / destination Rotterdam
MOQ: 1 MT

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