Quick Answer (for busy buyers)
Here’s the buyer-first summary. If your brand name is on the label, you usually act as the responsible person and must ensure the listing is submitted and kept current.
- Pump bottles are the most Amazon-safe choice for conditioners and hair masks, as they minimize leakage risks during transit and meet Amazon’s packaging requirements.
- Our MOQ for custom pump bottles is 5,000 units per SKU, with sampling taking 2-3 weeks including drop testing.
- We provide ISTA 6-FAM testing reports to simulate Amazon fulfillment conditions.
- Tubes are viable but require specific seal strength validation to prevent bursting.
- Jars are generally not recommended due to potential breakage and higher return rates.
- Lead time for production-ready packaging is 8-10 weeks from final design approval.
- We can support documentation for child-resistant caps if required for certain formulations.
Buyer outcome
A launch-ready compliance plan: inputs collected, roles assigned, and update cadence defined.
Most common blocker
Missing facility information + inconsistent ingredient/label snapshots across SKUs.
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This page is a practical buyer guide. For definitive requirements and updates, use FDA resources and qualified regulatory counsel.