Reynolds Metals

Reynolds Metals Company was a major American aluminum manufacturer, historically the second-largest aluminum producer in the United States and the third-largest in the world. Founded in 1919 as the U.S. Foil Company, it became globally recognized for its consumer product, Reynolds Wrap. Within the healthcare and life sciences sectors, the company was a critical supplier of specialized aluminum foil and flexible packaging solutions used for pharmaceutical blister packs, medical device pouches, and cold-formable laminates. These materials are essential for protecting sensitive drug formulations from moisture, light, and oxygen. The company was acquired by Alcoa in 2000 for approximately $4.4 billion.