A non-barrier type aerosol container (10) dispensing a fluent material. A
generally cylindrical can body (12) has a relatively thin sidewall
thickness of between 0.004 inches and 0.010 inches depending upon the type
of metal from which the container is made. The can body has beads (30)
formed at regular intervals substantially its length. The beading adds
structural strength to the container so the container is not readily
deformed when un-pressurized. The aerosol container also can withstand a
vacuum of at least 23 inches of Mercury without collapsing. A valve
assembly (14) includes a spray valve (20) for dispensing the fluent
material stored in the container. The container is filled with the fluent
material and a propellant stored in the container under pressure.
