Glass Pre-Roll Tubes vs. Plastic Doob Tubes

The most common form of pre-roll packaging is the tube, particularly the plastic pop-top doob tube.

But for brands looking to stand out or highlight a higher-end offering, there are a myriad of other options, including not only clear plastic, but glass tubes that better protect the pre-rolls inside and immediately signify to shoppers a premium product.

Let’s take a look at how glass pre-roll tubes square up against plastic pre-roll tubes and what kind of options there are for pre-roll producers looking for packaging that goes beyond the basic doob tube.

Benefits of Glass Pre-Roll Tubes

While it’s true that glass pre-roll packaging can be more expensive than a typical plastic doob tube option, there are certainly benefits that come with using a higher-end material.

Luxury Feel

Glass pre-roll tubes instantly elevate the look of your pre-rolls compared to plastic. The clarity of the glass, as well as its smoothness and additional weight immediately signal to a consumer that this is a quality product.

That simple change can lock in the idea that your pre-roll brand is a premium or top-shelf option, compared to another company that packs its pre-rolls into standard pop top doob tubes.

Multiple styles

Glass pre-roll tubes are available in multiple sizes and styles, with multi-pack options among the choices. They come in clear, black, white and even gold or silver, so no matter what your state’s packaging regulations say, there’s a glass pre-roll tube that works in your market.

Product Protection

When paired with the right caps, glass pre-toll tubes form an airtight seal that helps preserve the aroma, flavor and potency of your pre-rolls. Oxygen can dry out your pre-rolls, particularly the trichomes where the cannabinoids and terpenes are made. Glass provides better protection from the elements than plastic, which is a more porous material by nature.

Additionally, glass is inert. That means it will not leach chemicals or odors into your pre-rolls, protecting the flavor of your flower. Plastic, on the other hand, is not inert.

Finally, the non-porous nature of glass also better helps contain the smell of your pre-rolls, which is vitally important under some state regulations.

More Eco-Friendly

While many plastic pop-tubes are recyclable, they are still plastic, and that is not sustainable. That also means that while recyclable, there can be a quality loss during the process, leaving microplastics in the environment.

Glass, on the other hand, is fully recyclable and reusable, with many people re-using good glass packaging for other things around their homes.

Customization

Glass pre-roll tubes provide the perfect backdrop for customization. A custom-printed label helps ensure that your branding and message are front-and-center when shoppers reach for a pre-roll, and that they know who to look for when they come back.

Whether clear or frosted opaque, glass makes a custom-designed label truly pop.

Clear glass also shows off your product, which is particularly useful if you use custom filters or cigar bands or if your product looks spectacular, like if you infuse your pre-rolls or pre-rolled blunts by rolling them in kief.

Plastic Pre-Roll Doob Tubes

That’s not to say plastic pop-top doob tubes are all bad. They do come out ahead of glass pre-roll tubes on a few key categories.

First and foremost is probably price point. Plastic doob tubes are cheaper, which is partially why they are ubiquitous, particularly among budget and mid-shelf brands. But the tradeoff is that customers know that, so they don’t necessarily expect a plastic doob tube to pack a premium pre-roll.

Second, plastic tubes are more durable. While the glass used for pre-roll tubes are strong and rarely shatter, it can happen. With plastic, that is not an issue.

Final Thoughts on Glass Pre-Roll Tubes vs. Plastic Doob Tubes

In a competitive market segment like pre-rolls, it’s important to stand out. And a premium product deserves premium packaging.

Glass pre-roll tubes instantly signify to shoppers a quality product, giving your pre-rolls a leg up on the competition and an easy way to stand out on dispensary shelves. Branding is the third most important thing shoppers look for in a pre-roll and putting your pre-rolls in glass immediately helps with brand differentiation.

On top of that, glass pre-roll tubes more effectively protect and preserve your product, locking out oxygen and locking in flavor better than plastic. They are also more eco-friendly than plastic options, allowing for brands to lean into their green bonafides.

Glass pre-roll tubes are an easy and effective way to differentiate your brand while showing off a premium product.

Contact the Pre-Roll Experts today to see how glass pre-roll tubes can help take your brand to the next level.