Pre-roll tube sizes should be matched to the finished length of your pre-roll, not the nominal length of the cone. Once a cone is filled and closed, its length changes, so the right tube is one that holds the finished pre-roll snugly without crushing the closure or letting it slide. Measure a finished sample, then pick the tube that fits it.
This guide covers the standard tube sizes in Innovative Sourcing’s lineup (96mm, 98mm, 116mm, borosilicate glass, and square pop-top), the cones they’re used with, and how to confirm the fit before you order in volume.
What Size Pre-Roll Tube Do You Need?
You need a tube that fits your finished pre-roll with minimal headspace. As a starting point, 96mm and 98mm tubes are built for standard pre-rolls, the 116mm tube is built for king-size pre-rolls, and the 115mm glass tube suits infused and specialty pre-rolls. Confirm the fit by test-packing a few finished pre-rolls before placing a bulk order.
Headspace matters in both directions:
- Too short: The cap presses on the closure, bending or crushing the pre-roll and shaking loose flower out of the tip.
- Too long: The pre-roll slides back and forth in transit, which damages the tip and makes the package look underfilled.
Pre-Roll Tube Sizes in the Innovative Sourcing Lineup
The sizes, closures, and recommended uses below come from Innovative Sourcing’s product listings. Every tube uses a certified child-resistant closure.
| Tube | Size | CR closure | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96mm plastic tube (standard or 25% PCR) | 96mm | Certified squeeze-to-open cap | Standard pre-rolls and cones |
| 98mm clear plastic tube | 98mm | Certified squeeze-to-open cap | Standard pre-rolls and cones |
| 116mm plastic tube (standard or 25% PCR) | 116mm | Certified squeeze cap with open-CR top | King-size pre-rolls and cones |
| Borosilicate glass tube | 115mm × 22mm | Black smooth CR cap (18/400 finish) | Infused, specialty, and premium pre-rolls |
| Square pop-top clear tube | 45mm × 95mm | Certified CR pop-top lid | Multi-joint packs and 1g+ fills |
The 96mm and 116mm plastic tubes come in white, clear, or black, with other colors available by special order. Plastic tubes are packed 1,000 per carton, glass tubes 400 per carton, and square pop-tops 150 per case. Browse every option in our wholesale pre-roll tubes category.
Which Cones Are You Matching?
High Fidelity pre-roll cones come in three lengths, all with a 26mm Super Crutch™ reinforced tip that helps the cone hold its shape during filling. The fill weights below come from each cone’s product listing.
| Cone | Fill weight | Common uses | Case pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84mm/26mm | 0.5 g | Mini pre-rolls, value multipacks | 900 |
| 98mm/26mm | 0.7 – 1 g | Versatile standard format | 800 |
| 109mm/26mm | 1 g and up | Full-gram, infused, and flagship pre-rolls | 800 |
All three come in white or natural paper with logo-free tips ready for custom printing, and they’re compatible with Knockbox and other filling machines. See all sizes in our wholesale pre-roll cones category.
Why a 98mm Cone Doesn’t Automatically Fit a 98mm Tube
Because the cone’s nominal length isn’t the length of the finished pre-roll. Cones are measured empty, from the open end to the base of the tip. Filling and closing change that length:
- Twisted closures add crimped paper above the fill line, which makes the finished pre-roll longer.
- Flat-fold closures create a compact, squared-off end, which keeps the finished length shorter.
- Packing density affects how far the paper settles, especially on hand-filled or knockbox runs.
A tube’s listed length also describes the tube itself, not the usable space inside it once the cap is on. That’s why two brands using the same cone can end up in different tubes.
How to Match Your Pre-Rolls to the Right Tube
- Make finished samples. Fill and close several cones exactly the way your production line will, including your closure style.
- Measure the finished length. Measure from the tip to the top of the closure on several samples, and note the longest.
- Pick the closest tube. Choose the tube that holds your longest sample without the cap pressing on the closure.
- Check the width. Wider infused pre-rolls or multi-joint packs may need the 22mm glass tube or the square pop-top instead of a slim plastic tube.
- Run a capping and shipping test. Cap a batch, shake it, and ship a few to yourself. Look for bent tips, loose flower, and movement inside the tube.
- Order in volume. Once a size passes, standardize on it so every reorder is a repeat.
Plastic CR, PCR, or Glass: Which Pre-Roll Tube Material Should You Choose?
Choose standard plastic for the lowest cost, 25% PCR plastic for a recycled-content option with the same performance, and borosilicate glass for premium or infused pre-rolls. All three use certified child-resistant closures in the Innovative Sourcing lineup.
- Standard plastic: Residue- and oil-free plastic with a certified squeeze-to-open CR closure and an airtight, leak-resistant seal. It’s the most cost-effective option for high-volume singles.
- 25% PCR plastic: Available on the 96mm and 116mm tubes, with the same performance as standard plastic and a recycled-content story for brands with sustainability goals.
- Borosilicate glass: Clear, heat-resistant flint borosilicate glass with a black smooth CR cap. It gives infused and premium pre-rolls a high-end look, though at 22g per tube it adds more shipping weight than plastic.
- Square pop-top: A flat-sided clear plastic tube with a CR pop-top lid. It doesn’t roll on the shelf, takes labels easily, and fits multi-joint packs.
For multipacks, the 2oz pre-roll glass jar in our glass jar lineup is another option, sized for 6 to 10 pre-rolls.
Child-Resistant Requirements for Pre-Roll Tubes
Most regulated cannabis markets require child-resistant packaging for pre-rolls, either on the tube itself or through a certified CR exit bag. Every tube in the Innovative Sourcing lineup uses a certified CR closure. Requirements still vary by state, so confirm your market’s current rules and ask for CR documentation on the exact tube you plan to use before ordering in bulk.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pre-Roll Tube Sizes
What size pre-roll tube do I need?
Choose the tube that fits your finished pre-roll with minimal headspace. As a starting point, 96mm and 98mm tubes are built for standard pre-rolls, 116mm tubes are built for king-size pre-rolls, and 115mm glass tubes suit infused and specialty pre-rolls. Because closures change the finished length, test-pack a few samples before ordering in volume.
What tube fits a 109mm pre-roll cone?
Start with the 116mm tube, which is built for king-size pre-rolls and cones. A filled 109mm cone with a twisted closure can run longer than the cone’s nominal length, so measure a few finished samples first. If your pre-rolls are infused or wider than standard, compare the fit with the 115mm × 22mm borosilicate glass tube.
Are PCR pre-roll tubes as durable as standard plastic?
Yes. Innovative Sourcing’s 25% PCR tubes, available in 96mm and 116mm, are listed with the same performance as the standard plastic versions. They use the same certified squeeze-to-open child-resistant closure and airtight, leak-resistant seal. PCR tubes give brands a recycled-content option without changing their packing process.
Are pre-roll tubes child-resistant?
Many are, but not all. Every tube in the Innovative Sourcing lineup uses a certified child-resistant closure, either a squeeze-to-open cap, a CR pop-top lid, or a CR cap on glass. Requirements vary by state, so confirm your market’s rules and request CR documentation for the exact tube you plan to use.
When should I use glass pre-roll tubes?
Use glass for infused, specialty, or premium pre-rolls where presentation matters. Borosilicate glass tubes are clear, heat-resistant, and give a high-end look on the shelf. They cost more per unit and weigh more than plastic, so most brands reserve glass for top-tier SKUs and use plastic or PCR tubes for everyday singles.
Find the Right Pre-Roll Tubes for Your Cones
The right tube keeps every pre-roll intact from your production line to the shelf. Innovative Sourcing is a family-owned packaging distributor in Yakima, Washington, serving businesses since 1999. We stock 96mm, 98mm, and 116mm CR tubes, 25% PCR options, borosilicate glass tubes, and High Fidelity cones, with published case and volume pricing and custom colors or logo printing available.
Request samples to test your finished pre-rolls in each size, or call (509) 452-4800 or email sales@innovativesourcing.com for case pricing on the tubes that fit your line.