116mm Pre-Roll Tubes: The Complete Wholesale Buyer's Guide

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116mm Pre-Roll Tubes: The Complete Wholesale Buyer's Guide

116mm Pre-Roll Tubes: The Complete Wholesale Buyer's Guide

If you're packaging king-size pre-rolls or blunts, 116mm child-resistant tubes are the industry standard. They're the most popular tube size for dispensaries and cannabis brands across the country — and for good reason. This guide covers everything you need to know before you buy in bulk: what fits inside, compliance requirements, color options, pricing, and how to choose the right style for your operation.

What Is a 116mm Pre-Roll Tube?

A 116mm pre-roll tube is a cylindrical, child-resistant container designed to hold a single pre-rolled cannabis product. The 116mm measurement refers to the interior length of the tube. At this size, it comfortably fits:

  • 109mm pre-rolled cones (the most common king-size format)
  • King-size blunts and cigars up to about 4.25 inches
  • Extended pre-rolls including infused and multi-gram joints
  • Novelty formats like cannagars and hand-rolled specialty products

If your pre-roll line uses 109mm RAW, Futurola, or comparable king-size cones, a 116mm tube is your exact fit — snug enough to protect the product, with enough clearance to load without crushing the tip.

Why 116mm Is the Most Popular Dispensary Tube Size

The 116mm tube has become the dominant format in retail cannabis packaging for a few reasons:

  • Universal cone compatibility. The vast majority of commercially sold pre-rolled cones are 109mm. The 116mm tube was built around that standard.
  • Shelf presence. At just over 4.5 inches tall, these tubes stand upright in display cases and point-of-sale fixtures without being oversized.
  • Label real estate. The limited taper on most 116mm tubes gives you a flat, cylindrical surface ideal for custom labels, shrink sleeves, or printed branding.
  • Child-resistant compliance. Most 116mm tubes are designed to meet CPSC push-and-turn or squeeze-and-pull standards, making them compliant in regulated adult-use and medical markets.

Child Resistance: What You Need to Know

In most regulated cannabis markets, packaging must meet child-resistance requirements under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) or equivalent state regulations. When buying wholesale 116mm tubes, look for:

  • CPSC-tested and certified — the tube and cap combination should have documentation
  • CR pop-top design — squeeze-and-pull caps are the most common CR mechanism for pre-roll tubes
  • Odor-tight seal — a proper seal keeps product fresh and prevents smell transfer

Dragon Chewer's 116mm CR pre-roll tubes are compliant in all major regulated markets, including California, Colorado, Michigan, Illinois, and beyond. Every tube ships with the CR cap attached and tested.

Open Lid vs. Closed Lid: Which Should You Buy?

You'll see 116mm tubes listed in two cap styles:

  • Closed lid (attached cap): The cap is hinged or permanently attached to the tube body. Less risk of cap loss or separation during shipping. Recommended for most operations.
  • Open lid (separate cap): The cap comes loose. Easier to load on automated pre-roll machines, but caps can separate during transit. Best for high-volume production with automation.

If you're hand-packing in smaller batches, go closed lid. If you're running a pre-roll machine, open lid may speed up your line — just factor in some cap loss during shipping.

Wide-Body 116mm Tubes

Standard 116mm tubes have a slim diameter designed for single pre-rolls. But there's also a wide-body (multipack) variant that's growing fast in the market. These feature a wider diameter that can hold 2–3 pre-rolls or a single large blunt. They're popular for:

  • Multi-pack pre-roll products (2-packs, 3-packs)
  • Infused blunts and cigar-style products
  • Premium single pre-rolls with extra accessory space

Dragon Chewer carries wide-body 116mm tubes in black, clear, and white at 225 units per order.

Colors and Opacity Options

One of the advantages of buying wholesale 116mm tubes from Dragon Chewer is the color selection. Most suppliers offer black and clear. We stock:

  • Opaque colors: Black, White, Gold, Red, Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, Silver, Smoke
  • Translucent colors: Clear, Translucent Green, Translucent Blue, Translucent Red, Translucent Purple, Translucent Pink
  • Specialty: Black Ocean Plastic (recycled), White Recycled Ocean Plastic

Opaque tubes hide product (good for branding, light protection). Translucent tubes let customers see the pre-roll inside — a popular choice for retail displays where visual appeal drives impulse buys.

Custom Labels for 116mm Tubes

Branding your pre-rolls? Dragon Chewer offers custom labels designed specifically for 116mm tubes in two backing styles:

  • Metallic backing labels — premium look, great for upscale product lines
  • White vinyl backing labels — crisp, opaque print surface, ideal for full-color artwork

Labels are printed to order with fast lead times. Send your artwork to sales@dragonchewer.com and we'll get you a quote.

Pricing and Minimum Order Quantities

Wholesale 116mm pre-roll tubes at Dragon Chewer start at $0.05 per tube with no minimum order on most colors. Standard pack sizes are 500 tubes per order, with quantity price breaks available for higher volumes. Free shipping applies on eligible orders — no hidden fees, no tariffs.

Compared to ordering through Amazon or local distributors, buying direct from Dragon Chewer at wholesale pricing typically saves 30–50% per unit on pre-roll tubes.

Glass 116mm Tubes

If your brand positioning calls for it, Dragon Chewer also carries 115mm clear glass child-resistant tubes — the glass equivalent of the standard 116mm plastic tube. These feature a smooth CR cap and come in quantities of 100 or 430 units. Glass tubes communicate premium quality and are a great fit for craft cannabis brands and luxury pre-roll lines.

How to Choose the Right 116mm Tube for Your Brand

Here's a quick decision framework:

  • Budget brand or high-volume operator? → Clear or black closed-lid tubes, 500 qty, plain or with stock labels
  • Mid-tier retail dispensary? → Opaque colored tube matching your brand palette + custom vinyl labels
  • Premium or craft pre-roll line? → Glass tube or specialty color (gold, silver) + metallic label
  • Multi-pack SKU? → Wide-body 116mm in black, clear, or white
  • Sustainable brand story? → Ocean plastic recycled tubes in black or white

Shop 116mm Wholesale Pre-Roll Tubes at Dragon Chewer

Dragon Chewer has been supplying cannabis packaging since 2009. Our 116mm tube lineup is one of the deepest in the wholesale market — 15+ colors, multiple styles, glass options, and custom label support all from one supplier.

Free shipping on eligible orders. No minimums on most items. Ships fast from our US warehouses.

Ready to stock up? Shop all 116mm pre-roll tubes or contact our team at sales@dragonchewer.com / 661-206-7134 (Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm PST) for bulk pricing and custom label quotes.