Custom PE Plastic Lipstick Tube 5g-25g

Custom PE Plastic Lip Gloss Squeeze Tube, 5g–25g, 19mm Diameter

Boyu Packaging model BY-D19 is a slim 19mm PE squeeze tube developed for lip gloss, lip glaze, liquid lip color, lip balm and other compatible cosmetic formulas. The soft tube body provides controlled dispensing, while custom colors and decorative finishes—including gold foil and silver foil—help private-label brands create a distinctive retail presentation. The suggested fill range is 5g to 25g, with a standard MOQ of 10,000 pieces per confirmed design.

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Core Product Specifications

Measurement note: verified tube length, shoulder height, cap dimensions, wall thickness and empty unit weight were not included in the supplied data. These values change with fill weight, tube construction, cap and applicator. Use the final technical drawing and approved sample as the purchasing standard. The marketplace entry “25 × 15 × 15cm / 0.5kg” should not be treated as the dimensions or weight of one tube; it appears to be platform packing information and must be confirmed.

What Type of Lipstick Tube Is BY-D19?

BY-D19 is a flexible squeeze tube for flowable or semi-solid lip products. It is not a conventional rigid twist-up lipstick mechanism for a molded solid bullet. Buyers searching for “lipstick tube” often mean different packages, so the product format should be confirmed at the beginning of an inquiry.

• Choose BY-D19 for lip gloss, lip glaze, soft lip balm, lip mask, liquid lipstick and compatible cosmetic creams.
• Choose a rigid twist-up tube for a solid lipstick or balm stick molded around a cup and elevator mechanism.
• Choose a bottle with wand when the product needs a doe-foot applicator rather than direct squeeze dispensing.

Key Features and Commercial Benefits

• Compact 19mm profile: easy to carry, suitable for lip-care sets, travel sizes and targeted application.
• Flexible PE body: allows the user to control dispensing by squeezing the tube.
• Wide fill range: 5g–25g can support sample, standard retail and value-size positioning by adjusting tube length.
• Custom decoration: metallic foil and printed branding create strong shelf visibility without requiring a complex package.
• Hygienic format: the formula remains enclosed and is dispensed through a controlled opening.
• Lightweight shipping: PE tubes are less fragile than glass and efficient for e-commerce and international distribution.

PE, PBL, ABL and Aluminum Tube Comparison

PE is a practical mainstream choice for many lip products, but material selection must follow the formula. Oils, flavor components, pigments, solvents and volatile ingredients can affect barrier needs, swelling and decoration adhesion. A compatibility test using the actual formula is required before mass production.

Fill Weight, Tube Length and Wall Thickness

The listed 5g–25g range is a fill-weight range, not a guaranteed volume range. Grams measure mass, while milliliters measure volume. A dense lip product and a light gel can occupy different volumes at the same weight. The customer should provide formula density or a filled reference sample so Boyu can recommend the tube length and headspace.

For a fixed 19mm diameter, capacity is mainly adjusted by tube length. Wall thickness also affects squeeze feel, shape recovery, barrier and product evacuation. A softer wall may feel easier to use, while a thicker or multi-layer wall can improve body and protection. Because no verified thickness was supplied for BY-D19, the final value should be confirmed on the drawing or measured sample instead of copied from a similar tube.

Cap, Orifice and Dispensing Convenience

The cap and dispensing tip are critical to the consumer experience. A narrow orifice gives better control for low-dose lip products but may be difficult with a thick formula. A larger opening supports viscous balm but can release too much product. The final orifice should be selected after testing viscosity, temperature sensitivity and the desired application method.

A screw cap is simple and secure for a small 19mm tube. The cap should engage smoothly without cross-threading and maintain sufficient sealing compression. If the product is applied directly to the lips, ask about slanted, rounded or precision applicator tips. The complete assembly—not only the cap—should be checked for comfort, hygiene and leakage.

Color, Logo and Decoration

BY-D19 can be developed in custom tube and cap colors for brand collections. Provide a Pantone reference, but approve the color on a physical sample because PE resin, transparency, matte or glossy finish and lighting can change its appearance. Gold foil and silver foil create a clean metallic highlight for logos, shade names or decorative lines.

Depending on artwork and production feasibility, additional processes may include offset printing, silk-screen printing, hot stamping, labeling or other surface finishes. Editable vector artwork is preferred. The supplier should confirm the printable area, number of colors, seam position, registration tolerance and foil adhesion before pricing. Very fine text and large solid metallic areas may require adjustment on a narrow 19mm tube.

How Leakage Risk Is Reduced

Leakage can occur at the tube shoulder, nozzle, cap, tail seal or through formula-related material damage. Risk control should include:

• Matching formula viscosity to the selected orifice
• Checking the cap thread, plug or sealing surface and closing torque
• Controlling tube-head molding and shoulder bonding
• Using the correct hot-air or ultrasonic tail-sealing settings during filling
• Leaving sufficient headspace and keeping the seal area free of product contamination
• Testing filled tubes upright, inverted and on their side
• Running temperature-cycle, compression and transport tests where required

Water-only testing is not enough for an oil-rich or pigmented lip formula. The brand or contract filler should complete compatibility, stability and transport testing with the final decorated tube, cap and commercial formula.

Manufacturing and Quality Control

A typical production process includes PE tube extrusion, cutting, shoulder injection or heading, printing and foil decoration, cap molding or sourcing, assembly, inspection and packing. Tubes are normally supplied with the tail open for customer filling and sealing unless another arrangement is agreed.

Recommended quality checks include:

• Tube diameter, length, weight and critical dimensions
• Surface cleanliness, color and extrusion consistency
• Shoulder strength and nozzle condition
• Cap fit, thread engagement and sealing contact
• Printing registration, foil position, abrasion and adhesion
• Squeeze recovery and product-evacuation performance
• Filled-product leakage and tail-seal integrity

The purchase order should refer to an approved physical sample, artwork proof, defect standard, test method and agreed inspection level. Retaining production samples and batch references makes after-sales investigation faster if an issue occurs.

OEM/ODM Process and Mold Requirements

1. Submit requirements: fill weight, formula type, quantity, tube length, cap, applicator, color and decoration.
2. Select the structure: confirm PE layers, barrier needs, 19mm diameter and dispensing opening.
3. Test samples: check appearance, formula compatibility, squeezing, dispensing and leakage.
4. Approve artwork: confirm layout, print colors, foil tone, seam and registration.
5. Confirm the order: sign off price, payment, packing, lead time, Incoterm and quality standard.
6. Mass production and inspection: manufacture against the approved specification and sample.
7. Shipment and after-sales: report any issue with batch, carton, quantity, photos and test details.

An existing 19mm tube and standard cap normally do not require a new mold. A proprietary cap, applicator, shoulder, nozzle or exclusive shape may require tooling. Custom tube length and printed artwork generally use the existing diameter tooling, subject to the production range.

MOQ, Price, Lead Time and Shipping

The standard MOQ is 10,000 pieces per design or configuration. Different tube colors, cap colors, lengths, artworks or foil colors may count as separate versions, so confirm whether they can share the total quantity. Pricing depends on tube structure, length, wall specification, cap and applicator, number of print colors, foil area, packing and order volume.

No fixed production lead time was supplied for BY-D19. A schedule should be confirmed after the final sample, artwork, deposit and material specification are approved. Existing structures are faster than new molds or special applicators. Ask for separate timing for plain samples, decorated samples and mass production.

Empty tubes are lightweight but can occupy considerable carton volume. Confirm pieces per carton, carton dimensions, gross weight, total cartons and cubic volume before comparing air, courier, LCL or full-container freight. The supplied platform packing data should not be used for booking until verified by Boyu’s final packing list.

Safety, Environmental Considerations and Reuse

PE is widely used for cosmetic tubes, but safety depends on the final resin grade, additives, pigments, decoration and formula. Buyers should request documents appropriate to the destination market and intended cosmetic use. Regulatory approval of the filled lip product remains the brand owner’s responsibility.

Conventional squeeze tubes are not normally designed for consumer refilling. Reuse can introduce contamination and the tail seal cannot be reopened without damaging the pack. Recyclability varies with local collection systems and tube construction. A mono-material PE structure may be easier to assess than ABL, while PCR-PE and lightweighting can be considered when appearance, odor, formula compatibility and local rules permit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BY-D19 a rigid lipstick tube?

No. It is a 19mm flexible PE squeeze tube for flowable or soft lip products, not a twist-up mechanism for a solid lipstick bullet.

Does 5g–25g equal 5ml–25ml?

Not necessarily. Grams measure weight and milliliters measure volume. The conversion depends on the formula density.

What is the tube diameter?

The stated diameter is 19mm. Tube length is selected according to fill weight and design.

What is the MOQ?

The standard MOQ is 10,000 pieces per confirmed design or configuration.

Can the tube be printed with gold or silver foil?

Yes. Gold foil, silver foil and other decoration options are available after artwork and foil-area review.

Can I customize the cap and tube color?

Yes. Provide color references and approve physical samples before production.

Can this tube hold oil-rich lip gloss?

It may, but the formula must be tested for material compatibility, barrier, sealing and decoration resistance.

How is the tube sealed after filling?

The open tail is normally sealed by the customer’s or contract filler’s tube-sealing equipment after filling. The correct process depends on the tube structure.

Is a new mold required?

Usually not for an existing 19mm tube and standard cap. A new custom cap, applicator, nozzle or shoulder may require tooling.

What should I send for a quotation?

Provide the fill weight, formula type and density, quantity, tube length, cap or applicator reference, colors, artwork, destination and preferred trade term.

Request a Quote

For an accurate BY-D19 quotation, send Boyu Packaging your formula description, target fill weight, tube and cap colors, applicator preference, artwork, order quantity and delivery country. Ask for a physical sample, technical drawing and compatibility test plan before approving mass production.

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