MCMA (a primary organization that) represents the interests of companies involved in the production of metal containers, packaging and allied components. Member companies range from large international organizations to small independent specialist manufacturers throughout the India. In particular, the Association represents members' views to government and other regulatory bodies. , MCMA also seeks to influence the formulation of plans and legislation by communicating a well researched and argued industry view.

The union is committed to supporting its members in identifying, measuring, controlling and minimizing the any impact arising from the manufacture and use of metal packaging.

The association actively works towards formation and implementation of standards for the necessary raw materials, finished goods and allied products of Metal Packaging industry in India while working hand in hand with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Government departments or other authority or association of the concerned industry.