Acrylic bottles combine the advantages of plastic—shatter-resistant, lightweight, easy to color, easy to process, and cost-effective—with the elegant appearance and high-end texture of glass. They allow cosmetic brands to achieve glass-like aesthetics at plastic-level costs, while offering durability and safe shipping benefits. At Auber Packaging, we specialize in manufacturing premium acrylic containers that perfectly balance beauty, performance, and affordability.
Product Definition
Acrylic, also known as PMMA or Acrylic, is derived from acrylic (acrylic plastic). Its chemical name is Polymethyl Methacrylate, an important early-developed thermoplastic material. It features excellent transparency, chemical stability, weather resistance, easy dyeing, easy processing, and attractive appearance. However, it cannot directly contact cosmetic formulations. Therefore, acrylic bottles typically refer to plastic containers made of PMMA as the outer shell via injection molding, combined with inner liners made of PP, AS, or other safe materials. Auber Packaging’s acrylic bottles strictly follow this safe, double-layer structure to protect formulations and maintain premium appearance.
Manufacturing Process
1. Molding Processing
Acrylic bottle shells for cosmetics are usually produced by injection molding, also called injection bottles. Due to limited chemical resistance, they require inner liners to isolate formulations. Over-filling should be avoided to prevent liquid from entering the gap and causing cracking. Auber Packaging uses high-precision injection molds and strict process control to ensure stable, consistent, and crack-free acrylic shells.
2. Surface Treatment
To clearly display contents, acrylic bottles are often made in injection solid colors, transparent, or crystal-clear styles. Bottle walls are frequently spray-colored for excellent light refraction. Caps, pumps, and other accessories use spraying, vacuum plating, anodized aluminum, brushed gold/silver plating, secondary oxidation, and more for personalized looks. Auber Packaging provides a full range of surface treatments to make your products stand out on shelves.
3. Graphic Printing
Acrylic bottles and matching parts commonly use screen printing, pad printing, hot stamping (gold/silver), heat transfer, water transfer, etc., to print brand logos and information. Auber Packaging’s printing team ensures clear, durable, high-adhesion graphics that match your brand identity perfectly.
Product Structure
1. Bottle Types
| Category | Details |
| By shape | round, square, pentagonal, oval, spherical, mushroom, etc. |
| By application | lotion bottles, perfume bottles, cream jars, serum bottles, toner bottles, cleanser bottles, etc. |
| Regular weights | 10g, 15g, 20g, 25g, 30g, 35g, 40g, 45g |
| Regular capacities | 5ml, 10ml, 15ml, 20ml, 30ml, 50ml, 75ml, 100ml, 150ml, 200ml, 250ml, 300ml |
Auber Packaging supports custom shapes, sizes, and structures to meet your unique packaging design needs.
2. Neck Finishes
Common neck sizes: Ø18/410, Ø18/415, Ø20/410, Ø20/415, Ø24/410, Ø28/415, Ø28/410, Ø28/415Auber Packaging’s acrylic containers are compatible with standard neck finishes for easy matching with pumps, caps, and sprays.
3. Bottle Accessories
Acrylic bottles are mainly equipped with caps, pumps, sprayers, etc. Outer caps are mostly made of PP, also PS, ABS, and acrylic. Auber Packaging provides full sets of high-quality matching components for one-stop procurement.
Cosmetic Applications
Acrylic bottles are widely used in cosmetics: skincare creams, lotions, serums, toners, and more. Auber Packaging’s acrylic packaging is trusted by global skincare and cosmetic brands for its premium look and reliable quality.
Procurement Notes
1. Minimum Order Quantity
General MOQ: 3,000–10,000 pcs. Custom colors are available; common options are frosted natural, magnetic white, or pearlescent effects. Color differences may occur due to different materials of bottle and cap. Auber Packaging offers precise color matching and flexible MOQ options to support both small-batch trials and large-scale production.
2. Production Lead Time
Moderate lead time: about 15 days. For screen printing, cylindrical bottles count as 1 color; flat or special-shaped bottles count as 2 or more colors. Initial screen plate or fixture fees may apply. Unit printing cost: ~¥0.08–0.1 per color per piece; plate: ~¥100–200 per design; fixture: ~¥50 each. Auber Packaging ensures efficient production and on-time delivery, with clear, transparent cost communication.
3. Mold Cost
Injection mold cost: ¥8,000–30,000 depending on design. Stainless steel molds are more durable than alloy molds. Multi-cavity molds (1×4, 1×6, etc.) are available for high-volume production. Auber Packaging provides professional mold development with long service life and stable output.
4. Printing Instructions
Two ink types: general ink and UV ink. UV ink offers better gloss and 3D effect. Always confirm color proofs first; printing results vary by material.
Hot stamping (gold/silver) differs from printed gold/silver: hard, smooth surfaces work better; soft surfaces may cause poor adhesion. Hot stamping has better gloss. Screen printing needs negative film (black graphics, transparent background); hot stamping needs positive film (transparent graphics, black background). Avoid overly small or fine text/patterns. Auber Packaging provides free pre-production samples and professional technical guidance to ensure perfect printing results.
Choose Auber Packaging as your acrylic packaging partner—we deliver high-quality, customizable, cost-effective solutions with professional service and reliable supply chain support. Enhance your brand image with premium acrylic containers from Auber Packaging.