FAQs
Where can I buy Sil-Cork closures?
Sil-Cork can be purchased direct by contacting our corporate or regional sales offices. Click here.
How much do Sil-Cork closures cost?
Competitively priced with natural cork, Sil-Cork typically provides cost savings. Winemakers can reduce bottling costs, eliminate TCA and improve the quality and consistency of their wine. Please call or email us for a quote.
What is different about Sil-Cork?
Sil-Cork is a combination of natural cork and food-
grade silicone. It looks, feels and behaves much more like natural cork than other alternative materials. Natural flavors are protected, with no cork taint (TCA).
How does Sil-Cork perform?
With oxygen transfer and SO2 retention rates almost identical to cork, Sil-Cork performs like premium natural cork, but with excellent consistency and sealing characteristics for better bottle-to-bottle performance.
Why is Sil-Cork better than natural cork?
Because Sil-Cork has no trace of TCA, performs with greater consistency, will not dry, crack or crumble, and offers a cost savings over premium natural cork.
Why is Sil-Cork better than a synthetic closure?
Sil-Cork does not utilize hydrocarbons, plastic or foam, does not impart any flavor, or prevent natural flavors from maturing as they would in ideal conditions. Sil-Cork’s oxygen transfer and SO2 retention rates are better than most synthetics, and consumers will also appreciate the look and feel of Sil-Cork over synthetics.
Is Sil-Cork compatible with my existing bottling equipment?
Yes. If you’ve been using natural cork or almost any synthetic closure, in most cases you can switch to Sil-Cork with only minor adjustments, and no equipment modifications.
Is Sil-Cork compatible with corkscrews?
Sil-Cork works better with corkscrews than either natural cork or synthetic closures, and will actually reseal itself once removed and reinserted.
Can you print on Sil-Cork closures?
The unique and long-lasting properties of Sil-Cork create a solid and dependable printing surface for logos, slogans, marketing messages, etc.
What are purchase requirements and delivery?
Sil-Cork is readily available for immediate delivery in substantial quantities, with a minimum order requirement of 1,000. Delivery may vary slightly to accommodate your custom printing requirements for logos and branding.