Custom Cosmetic Plastic Tube 3ml–400ml | OEM Cosmetic Tube Manufacturer in China

Finding the right cosmetic tube is about more than choosing a capacity. The tube must match your formula, decoration requirements, filling equipment and brand positioning. Boyu Packaging offers custom plastic cosmetic tubes from 3ml to 400ml, supporting OEM and ODM projects for skincare, makeup and personal care brands worldwide.

Whether you’re packaging lip gloss, eye cream, serum, facial cleanser, hand cream, sunscreen or body lotion, we can help you develop a tube that combines attractive design with reliable performance.

Product Specifications

Why Choose Cosmetic Tubes?

Cosmetic tubes remain one of the most popular packaging formats because they combine hygiene, convenience and cost efficiency.

Compared with jars, tubes reduce direct contact between the product and the user’s fingers, helping improve hygiene. Compared with bottles, they are lighter, easier to squeeze and more suitable for travel.

Main advantages include:

• Easy dosage control
• Better hygiene
• Lightweight
• Lower shipping costs
• Large printable area
• Suitable for various viscosities
• Excellent customization flexibility

Available Capacity Options

We manufacture cosmetic tubes in a wide range of capacities.

Capacity can also be customized according to your project.

Material Options

Selecting the correct tube material is essential for product compatibility and shelf life.

Standard PE

Suitable for most skincare and cosmetic products.

Advantages

• Soft and flexible
• Cost-effective
• Excellent squeeze performance
• Lightweight

Recommended for

• Facial cleanser
• Hand cream
• Lotion
• Sunscreen

5-Layer PE

Designed for formulas requiring better barrier protection.

Suitable for:

• Active skincare
• Vitamin C
• Essential oil products
• Sensitive formulations

PBL (Plastic Barrier Laminate)

Provides excellent oxygen and moisture barrier performance while maintaining a premium appearance.

Suitable for:

• High-end skincare
• Professional cosmetics

Aluminum Barrier Tubes

Provide the strongest barrier protection but are typically used for pharmaceutical creams and specialty products.

Material Comparison

Custom Decoration Options

Packaging is often the first thing consumers notice.

We support multiple decoration techniques:

• Offset Printing
• Silk Screen Printing
• UV Printing
• Gold Hot Stamping
• Silver Hot Stamping
• Matte Finish
• Gloss Finish
• Metallic Coating
• Soft Touch Finish

Custom Pantone color matching is also available.

Tube Diameter & Size

Tube diameter is selected according to capacity and product viscosity.

Common diameters include:

• 13mm
• 16mm
• 19mm
• 22mm
• 25mm
• 30mm
• 35mm
• 40mm
• Customized

The correct diameter improves both filling efficiency and consumer experience.

Cap Options

Different products require different closures.

Available options include:

• Screw Cap
• Flip Top Cap
• Disc Top Cap
• Nozzle Cap
• Applicator Tip
• Roller Ball
• Metal Applicator
• Massage Applicator

The cap should be selected according to the product viscosity and application method.

Suitable Products

This cosmetic tube can package a wide variety of products, including:

Makeup

• Lip Gloss
• Concealer
• BB Cream
• CC Cream
• Primer
• Liquid Foundation

Skincare

• Eye Cream
• Facial Cleanser
• Moisturizer
• Sunscreen
• Essence
• Serum
• Hand Cream
• Body Lotion

Personal Care

• Hair Cream
• Styling Gel
• Pet Care Products
• Travel Toiletries

Manufacturing Process

Each cosmetic tube goes through a controlled manufacturing process.

1. Raw Material Inspection
2. Tube Extrusion
3. Shoulder Injection Molding
4. Offset or Screen Printing
5. Surface Decoration
6. Cap Assembly
7. Quality Inspection
8. Packaging

Strict process control ensures consistent dimensions and printing quality.

Quality Control

Every production batch undergoes multiple inspections.

Quality checks include:

• Tube Diameter
• Tube Length
• Wall Thickness
• Tube Weight
• Color Consistency
• Printing Adhesion
• Cap Torque Test
• Leakage Test
• Compression Test
• Visual Inspection

For export orders, additional packaging inspections help reduce transportation damage.

OEM & ODM Service

Boyu Packaging provides complete customization support.

Our OEM process includes:

1. Product Consultation
2. Packaging Recommendation
3. Structure Confirmation
4. Artwork Review
5. Sample Production
6. Formula Compatibility Testing
7. Mass Production
8. Quality Inspection
9. Shipment

Whether you have finished artwork or only a product idea, our engineering team can assist throughout the development process.

Do You Need a New Mold?

Not always.

For standard round cosmetic tubes, existing molds can usually be used, reducing development cost and lead time.

New tooling is generally required only when you need:

• Unique tube diameter
• Special shoulder design
• Exclusive cap
• Custom applicator
• Proprietary packaging structure

Production Lead Time

Lead time depends on decoration complexity and production scheduling.

Shipping & Packaging

We support global shipping through:

• DHL
• FedEx
• UPS
• Air Freight
• Sea Freight

Products are packed in export cartons with protective packaging to minimize damage during transportation.

Why Choose Boyu Packaging?

As a professional cosmetic packaging manufacturer, Boyu Packaging focuses on providing reliable and flexible packaging solutions for beauty brands.

Our advantages include:

• Wide capacity range from 3ml to 400ml
• OEM & ODM customization
• Multiple printing technologies
• Professional engineering support
• Strict quality control
• Stable international supply chain
• Export experience in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your MOQ?

Our standard MOQ is 10,000 pieces per SKU.

Can you customize tube colors?

Yes. We provide custom Pantone color matching.

What printing methods do you offer?

Offset printing, silk screen printing, UV printing and hot stamping are available.

Which material is best for skincare?

Standard PE is suitable for most products, while 5-layer PE or PBL is recommended for formulas requiring higher barrier protection.

Can I choose different caps?

Yes. We offer screw caps, flip-top caps, nozzle caps, applicator tips, roller balls and other closure options.

Do I need a custom mold?

Most standard tube projects can use existing molds. New molds are only needed for exclusive structures or custom applicators.

Can you provide samples before production?

Yes. We recommend sample approval and formula compatibility testing before mass production to ensure the packaging performs as expected.