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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about private label cosmetics manufacturing with Cosmetics Factory Direct.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our standard MOQ is 500 units per SKU for most skincare, haircare, and body care products. Hotel amenities and selected lines can start from 200 units. Volume discounts apply at 1,000, 2,500, and 5,000+ units.

Are you ISO 22716 GMP certified?

Yes. Our Barcelona facility is ISO 22716 GMP certified — the EU standard for Good Manufacturing Practice in cosmetics. Every batch is documented and fully traceable. We can supply the required Product Information File (PIF) and Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) for EU market compliance.

How long does production take?

Standard lead time is 2–4 weeks from artwork approval for white-label from our existing formulas. Custom formulation projects typically take 6–12 weeks including stability testing. We can quote faster turnaround for urgent orders.

Can I customise the formula, fragrance, or packaging?

Yes. We offer three tiers: (1) White Label — your branding on our proven base formulas; (2) Semi-Custom — modify fragrance, colour, or key actives; (3) Full Custom — bespoke formulation from scratch with our in-house cosmetic chemists. Contact us for pricing on each tier.

Do you offer samples before ordering?

Yes. Samples of standard formulas are available for qualified B2B inquiries. Sample costs are credited against your first production order. Request samples via our Quote page and a specialist will follow up within 24 hours.

Which countries do you ship to?

We ship to 50+ countries. EU orders ship with full export documentation. We offer both air and sea freight. Delivery to most EU destinations takes 3–7 business days after production is complete.

Can you store and dropship the white-label products you manufacture for us?

Yes. For white-label products manufactured by Cosmetics Factory Direct, we can store finished stock, pack outgoing orders, and dropship to your customers or wholesale buyers. This is offered as an add-on after production, so your brand can avoid moving stock through a second warehouse.

Can you fulfil orders from Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce or CSV files?

Yes. We can process imported orders from Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce, marketplace exports or CSV/order files. Basic order import is EUR 0.10 per imported order, or EUR 20/month per connected platform feed when a recurring feed is needed.

What are your storage and fulfilment prices?

Our basic rates are designed to stay cheaper than typical third-party logistics for the brands we manufacture: EUR 0.50 per product shipped, EUR 0.50 per shipping box, EUR 15 per SKU/month for standard storage, and EUR 25 per pallet/month when pallet storage is needed. Special packaging, inserts, customs paperwork or non-standard handling are quoted separately.

Is storage handled under GMP and ISO discipline?

Yes. Finished products remain under controlled warehouse discipline aligned with our ISO 22716 GMP cosmetic manufacturing system: traceability by batch/SKU, clean storage areas, documented handling and separation from unsuitable goods. This protects cosmetic stock better than a generic low-cost warehouse.

What product categories do you manufacture?

Our core categories are: Skincare (serums, creams, masks, cleansers, toners), Haircare (shampoo, conditioner, masks, treatments), Body Care (lotions, scrubs, oils), SPF / Sun Care (SPF 30–50+, after-sun), and Hotel Amenities (mini 30ml/80ml branded sets). We also do natural & organic formulations on request.

What certifications can you supply?

ISO 22716 GMP, EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 compliance, CPSR (safety report), PIF, cruelty-free, vegan formulations available. We can also supply full INCI lists, SDS sheets, and batch certificates.

How do I get a price quote?

Fill in our Request a Quote form with your product category, estimated volume, packaging preference, and any special requirements. We respond within 24 hours with indicative pricing and lead time.

What languages do you support?

We support B2B clients in 27 languages including all 24 official EU languages plus Arabic, Russian, and Mandarin Chinese. Our website, catalog, and sales team are all multilingual.

Still have questions?

Our team responds within 24 hours. Send us your project details and we'll provide a tailored answer.