Custom Mold Library
Before developing a completely new custom mold, it can be useful to understand what tooling already exists. The Empire EMCO Custom Mold Library is being built as a searchable resource for rigid packaging molds, package designs and existing tooling.
Search the library by package type, material, market and other available specifications to identify molds that may provide a starting point for a new packaging program.
Finding an existing mold does not automatically mean that it is appropriate for every application. Product compatibility, component fit, manufacturing requirements, availability and commercial terms should still be evaluated for the individual project.
Browse the Custom Mold Library
Search by mold name or number, or narrow the library by package type, material, market and manufacturing process.
Our Custom Mold Library Is Growing
Empire EMCO is continuing to organize and add existing custom packaging molds to this searchable resource. If you are looking for a particular bottle, jar, closure, capacity or package style, contact us and we can help evaluate available tooling and custom development options.
Browse Custom Molds by Application
One mold may potentially support packaging applications in more than one market. Market classifications are intended to make relevant tooling easier to discover.
Personal Health & Beauty
Bottles, jars and dispensing packages for personal care applications.
Cosmetics
Rigid packaging formats that support cosmetic and beauty applications.
Nutraceutical
Jars, bottles and related packaging formats for supplements and wellness products.
Pharmaceutical
Packaging formats that may support pharmaceutical applications subject to project qualification.
Household Goods
Containers and dispensing packages for household product applications.
Chemical & Industrial
Rigid package designs for industrial and chemical product requirements.
Lawn & Garden
Packaging options for lawn, garden and related product categories.
Automotive
Rigid containers and dispensing formats for automotive applications.
Pool & Spa
Packaging formats for pool, spa and treatment product categories.
Pet & Vet
Packaging solutions for pet care and veterinary product applications.
Medical Devices
Rigid packaging options that may support specialized medical applications.
Food & Specialty
Additional rigid packaging formats for food and specialty product applications.
What Information Will Each Mold Record Include?
The goal of the Custom Mold Library is to provide enough technical information to help determine whether existing tooling deserves further evaluation for a packaging project.
Each mold page can include multiple package images along with available specifications, engineering information, market applications and related components.
Because tooling condition, availability and application requirements can change, mold information should always be confirmed as part of an active project evaluation.
Potential Details
- Mold name
- Mold number
- Multiple package images
- Package type
- Capacity
- Material
- Neck finish
- Cavitation
- Manufacturing process
- Market applications
- Availability status
- Engineering or CAD information when available
- Compatible closures or dispensing components when known
- Related molds or package sizes
Existing Mold, Hybrid Package or New Custom Mold?
Finding an existing mold is only one option. The better question is which packaging path best satisfies the actual project requirements.
Use an Existing Mold
Existing tooling may provide a useful starting point when the package geometry, capacity, material, neck finish and manufacturing requirements align with the application.
Combine Stock & Custom
A custom bottle can potentially use a stock closure, or a stock container may be paired with a custom closure or other specialized component.
Develop a Custom Mold
When existing tooling cannot satisfy the package requirements, a new custom bottle, jar, closure or component can be developed around the needs of the project.
How the Custom Mold Library Fits Into a Packaging Project
Reviewing available tooling early can help determine whether the project should use an existing mold, modify the packaging strategy or proceed with new custom development.
Define the Package
Identify the capacity, package type, material, components, functionality and production requirements.
Search Existing Tooling
Review available molds and stock packaging that may satisfy the project's primary requirements.
Evaluate Compatibility
Review package geometry, neck finish, material, components, manufacturing and application requirements.
Select the Development Path
Determine whether to use existing tooling, create a hybrid package, evaluate a family mold or develop completely new custom tooling.
Continue Your Custom Mold Research
Custom Mold Development
Learn how completely new packaging moves from concept through engineering, tooling and commercialization.
Custom Mold Development →Stock vs. Custom Packaging
Compare stock, hybrid and completely custom packaging approaches.
Compare Packaging Options →Packaging Design & Engineering
Explore package design, engineering, components and manufacturing considerations.
Design & Engineering →Family Mold Design
Learn how one common tooling platform may support multiple related package sizes.
Family Mold Design →Custom Mold Cost
Understand the factors that influence custom tooling requirements and project cost.
Custom Mold Cost Guide →Custom Mold Timeline
Understand the stages and project factors that can affect development timing.
Development Timeline →Custom Mold FAQs
Get answers about mold development, tooling, ownership, engineering and sampling.
Custom Mold FAQs →Engineering Library
Explore technical rigid packaging terminology, tooling, manufacturing and troubleshooting topics.
Engineering Library →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Empire EMCO Custom Mold Library?
The Custom Mold Library is a growing resource of existing rigid packaging molds and tooling that can be reviewed when evaluating packaging options for a new project.
Can I use an existing custom mold for my product?
Potentially. An existing mold may be considered when the package geometry, material, capacity, neck finish, manufacturing process and other project requirements are compatible. Tool availability and commercial terms should also be confirmed.
Does using an existing mold mean no new tooling is required?
Not necessarily. An existing mold may satisfy the container requirements, but another component or modification could still require tooling. Each package should be evaluated as a complete system.
Can an existing mold be paired with a stock closure?
Yes, when the neck finish, package geometry and closure or dispensing requirements are compatible. Using an existing container mold with a stock closure can be one form of hybrid packaging.
Can I search custom molds by market?
Yes. As the library grows, molds can be classified across relevant markets such as personal care, nutraceutical, household, chemical, automotive, pet and veterinary, medical and other rigid packaging applications.
Can one mold appear in more than one market category?
Yes. A package design may potentially have applications in multiple markets. Market classifications are intended to help users discover relevant tooling rather than restrict a mold to only one possible application.
What information is included for each mold?
Depending on available information, a mold record may include images, mold number, package type, capacity, material, neck finish, cavitation, manufacturing process, market applications, availability and related engineering information.
What if I cannot find the package I need in the Mold Library?
Empire EMCO can evaluate additional stock packaging, existing tooling, hybrid packaging and custom mold development options. The library should be treated as a starting point rather than the complete universe of possible packaging solutions.
Does Empire EMCO develop new custom molds?
Yes. When existing tooling cannot satisfy the package requirements, Empire EMCO can support custom mold development from concept and packaging engineering through tooling, sampling, approval and commercialization.
Learn more about Custom Mold Development .
Can't Find the Mold You're Looking For?
Tell us the package type, capacity, material, closure requirements and what the finished package needs to accomplish. Empire EMCO can help evaluate existing tooling, stock components, hybrid packaging and new custom mold development options.