Food containers are items used to store food for later use. The most common food containers are tins, CANS, and canisters. Tins are cylindrical metal containers with a lid that are often used to store dry goods such as flour, sugar, and tea. CANS are similar to tins but are usually made of aluminum and are used to store wet goods such as soup, vegetables, and fruit. Canisters are airtight containers that are used to store food items such as cereal, coffee, and nuts.