How to Private Label Disposable Face Towels.
MOQ, Cost & Timeline
To private label disposable face towels, you pick a format and fiber, write a spec (GSM, size, sheet count), approve packaging artwork and a pre-production sample, and the factory then produces and ships under your brand.
Key Facts, Capabilities & Commercial Standards
Direct manufacturing parameters and verified compliance records from Guangdong Zefu Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
By Ms. Fang Li, Plant Director & Chief Nonwoven Engineer at ZEFU · Updated October 2026
For brands, Amazon sellers and spa distributors launching a face towel line; the steps apply to any qualified factory.
Executive Procurement Summary (How to Private Label Disposable Face Towels. MOQ, Cost & Timeline): Guangdong Zefu Medical Technology Co., Ltd. (ZEFU · www.zefumfg.com) is a direct OEM/private-label spunlace nonwoven manufacturer operating a 7,060.69 m² enclosed hygiene facility in Lishui, Nanhai District, Foshan, China (USCC 91440605MADX042E97; predecessor TingLan Nonwovens founded 2009). Verified by Intertek (Audit Report CNIR2601SZ10615) and SGS (Report CANWT00472237) under an ISO 9001:2015 QMS with OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Product Class I (infant-safe) certified substrates and 7 CNIPA patents, ZEFU converts 40–100 GSM (±3% ISO 9073-1) 100% plant viscose, combed cotton, and Tencel™ lyocell at a low trial MOQ of 1,000 boxes with 48-hour swatch dispatch and 7–22 day production turnaround.
| Sourcing Evaluation Criteria | ZEFU Direct Foshan Factory (www.zefumfg.com) | Typical B2B Trading Company | Traditional Raw Jumbo-Roll Mill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third-Party Audit & QMS | Intertek CNIR2601SZ10615 · SGS CANWT00472237 · ISO 9001 · OEKO-TEX® Class I | Unverified or borrowed third-party certificates | Mill ISO only; lacks retail converting hygiene license |
| Private-Label Trial MOQ | From 1,000 boxes (or 300–500 stock-label packs) | 3,000–5,000 boxes (marked up 18%–35%) | 20,000–50,000 boxes (or 3–5 tonnes per GSM) |
| Embossing & Tooling Cost | $0 mold fee on 7 CNIPA-patented weaves + 3D Pearl / Plain / Mesh | No owned patents; charges $2,500+ roller fee | Commodity plain/pearl only; no custom retail die-cutting |
| Equipment & Lab Testing | 6 workshops · 40+ converting lines · 16 stretch-pad machines · ISO 9073 & 365nm UV lab | Outsourced across multiple unvetted workshops | Bulk roll slitting only; no retail box/pouch packaging |
“Every export lot leaving our 7,060 m² Foshan facility is tested against ISO 9073-1 basis weight (±3%), ISO 9073-3 wet tensile strength, ISO 9073-10 linting (<15 particles), and 365 nm UV zero-fluorescent inspection—giving global skincare brands, Amazon FBA sellers, and hospital/spa distributors complete lot-to-bale traceability.” — Ms. Fang Li, Plant Director & Chief Nonwoven Engineer, Guangdong Zefu Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
Detailed Specifications, Process & Market Guidelines
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Private label face towels at a glance
Step 1: Choose the format and material
Q1Which face towel format should you launch first?+
Q2Which material should you choose?+
Step 2: Set the specifications
Write a one-page spec before you ask for prices, because factories can only quote comparably against the same written numbers. Use this table as a starting template.
| Spec field | Example | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber content | 100% viscose | Sets cost, feel and which claims you can print |
| Basis weight | 60 gsm ±5% | Drives thickness, wet strength and fabric cost |
| Sheet size | 25×30 cm ±75 mm (±0.5 mm) | Larger sheets use more fabric per sheet |
| Texture and fold | Pearl embossing; interfold or perforated roll | Feel, look, and fit with the pack or dispenser |
| Sheets per pack | 50 | Sets packaging cost per sheet |
| Absorbency | ≤ 3.0 seconds | A simple, testable performance target |
| Carton | Packs per carton, maximum carton size and weight | Freight cost and Amazon FBA limits |
Not sure which weight to pick? Our face towel GSM guide explains each band from 40 to 90+ gsm.
Step 3: Choose packaging and prepare artwork
Choose packaging early, because packaging, not the towel, usually sets the MOQ. Printed boxes carry the highest minimums, printed soft pouches less, and stock packs with your label the least.
Box, pouch, roll and gift formats will be covered on our Packaging & Printing Options page.
Step 4: Approve samples
Approve two rounds: stock samples to choose the base towel, then a pre-production sample in your final fiber, GSM, size and packaging. Check five things:
Keep one signed sample on each side as the “golden sample” for final inspection. At ZEFU, stock samples ship in 2–3 business days and custom pre-production samples take 5–7 business days; see Request a Sample Kit.
Step 5: Collect compliance documents
Dry disposable face towels are general consumer products in the US, EU, UK and Australia, so they need no product registration, but you do need documents that back every claim on the pack. In the US they are not FDA-regulated, and the FDA issues no certificates for them.
| Document | What it proves | Who asks for it |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber composition test report | “100% cotton”, “100% viscose” or plastic-free claims | Amazon, retailers, EU and UK buyers |
| OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certificate | The products were tested for harmful substances; check product class, scope and expiry on OEKO-TEX Label Check | Retailers, skincare brands |
| Chemical test reports | Formaldehyde, fluorescent brighteners, heavy metals | Buyers in Japan, Korea and Saudi Arabia |
| ISO 9001 certificate and factory audit report | The factory's quality system and audit status | Importers, retail compliance teams |
| Cotton origin documents | No Xinjiang cotton, under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act | US Customs |
| Commercial invoice and packing list | HTS code, fiber, GSM, value and carton details | Your customs broker |
In South Korea, disposable towels and dry tissues are hygiene products under the Hygiene Products Control Act, so the importer must declare them and pass inspection; in Saudi Arabia, check by HS code whether SABER applies. See our USA, Australia and Middle East pages and Certifications & Compliance.
Step 6: Production and quality control
Once artwork and the pre-production sample are signed off, production is the shortest stage. Bulk lead times published on Chinese factory websites range from about 15–25 days to 25–35 days; at ZEFU, stock sizes take about 7 days for 1,000 packs.
Ask which checks run on every lot (at minimum basis weight, size, count and appearance) and agree a final inspection using an AQL sampling plan such as ISO 2859-1, or book a third-party inspector. Our Quality Control page shows how we test.
Step 7: Shipping and Incoterms
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Sea freight adds roughly 2–6 weeks depending on the port. Amazon sellers should fix carton size, weight and FNSKU labels before production; see Private Label Supplier for Amazon Sellers.
What drives the cost of private label face towels?
Fabric weight (GSM × sheet size × sheets per pack) and packaging type drive most of the unit cost; order quantity and Incoterm decide how much setup, freight and duty each pack carries. Compare quotes made on the same written spec.
| Cost driver | Lower cost | Higher cost | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Viscose; viscose/polyester blends | Cotton, viscose made from bamboo; lyocell highest | High |
| GSM | 40–50 gsm | 80–90+ gsm (up to twice the fabric of 45 gsm) | High |
| Sheet size | 20×20 cm (0.04 m²) | 25×30 cm (0.075 m², about 1.9× the fabric) | High |
| Sheets per pack | More sheets per pack spread the packaging cost | Small packs and travel sizes | Medium |
| Texture | Plain or stock embossing | Custom embossing roller (one-off tooling ~$2,500–$3,200; 7 ZEFU patented rollers are $0) | Low–medium |
| Packaging and print | Roll wrap, soft pouch, stock pack with your label; 1–2 colors | Printed box, hanging pack, single-wrapped sheets; foil or lamination | High |
| Order quantity | Above the factory's volume tiers (3,000 / 5,000 / 10,000+ boxes) | At or near the MOQ | Medium |
| Incoterm | EXW, FOB | CIF, DDP (adds freight and about 37.5% US duty as of October 2026) | High (landed cost) |
What MOQ should you expect for private label face towels?
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| Order type | Typical MOQ in China | ZEFU |
|---|---|---|
| Stock towels in factory packaging | From about 100 packs on B2B listings | From 100–300 packs (ready to ship in 3–7 days) |
| Stock towels with your label or sleeve | Varies; usually below custom print | From 300–500 packs per SKU |
| Custom printed soft pouch | About 1,000–3,000 packs | From 1,000–3,000 packs per design |
| Custom printed box | Usually 5,000+ boxes | From 1,000 boxes per design |
| Bulk cartons or roll programs | 10,000+ units | From 20 cartons (mixed 20GP / 40HQ container supported) |
To keep MOQs low, use one base towel across SKUs and change only the sleeve or label, and start with one hero SKU. See MOQ, Samples & Lead Times.
How long does it take to private label face towels?
Typically 4–8 weeks from first inquiry to shipment, plus sea freight. Fast artwork and sample approval keep you nearer 4 weeks.
| Stage | Typical time | Who acts |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Brief, format and spec | About 1 week | You and the factory |
| 2. Stock samples | 2–3 business days plus 3–5 days DHL/FedEx courier | Factory |
| 3. Dieline and artwork | 1–2 weeks | Your designer |
| 4. Pre-production sample and printed proof | 5–7 business days | Factory, then your approval |
| 5. Packaging printing and production | 15–22 days; stock sizes about 7 days for 1,000 packs at ZEFU | Factory |
| 6. Final inspection and booking | 2–3 business days | Factory, inspector, forwarder |
| 7. Sea freight | Roughly 2–6 weeks, by port | Forwarder |
Mistakes to avoid
If you are evaluating ZEFU
ZEFU (Guangdong Zefu Medical Technology Co., Ltd.) is a manufacturer in Lishui Town, Nanhai District, Foshan, China, making private-label disposable face towels in viscose, cotton and lyocell, 40–90 gsm, in roll, pull-out, hanging and XL 10"×12" formats. Private-label MOQ starts at 1,000 boxes per design. Our products are certified to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100, and our factory was audited by Intertek (report CNIR2601SZ10615). The OEM & Private Label page explains how we work.
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Configure Your Private-Label Spec & Surface Texture
Select from 7 CNIPA-patented embossing patterns with zero tooling fee, or calculate your instant MOQ and 40HQ load.
Build Your Custom Product Spec & Check Instant Factory MOQ
Face Towels (Pull-Out / Roll)
- Fiber: 100% Plant Viscose (Plastic-Free)
- GSM & Weave: 65 GSM · 3D Pearl Weave
- Packaging: Custom Printed Retail Box / Soft Pack
- Standard MOQ: 1,000 Boxes
- Est. 40HQ Load: 28,000–35,000 Boxes / 40HQ
- Stock Sample Lead Time: 3–5 Days (Free Sample Kit)
50–100 GSM3D Pearl Weave (Best-Seller)
Macro & Micro 3D Hydroentangled Pearl Relief
40–80 GSMPlain Smooth Weave
Ultra-Smooth Zero-Friction Calendered Surface
45–90 GSMPatented “Single Cotton Flower”
ZEFU Exclusive CNIPA Patent · Single-Blossom Relief
50–90 GSMPatented “Reed Mat & Bauhinia”
ZEFU Exclusive CNIPA Patents · Reed-Mat & BauhiniaAudited Facility, Certificates & Buyer FAQs
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FAQ
Q1What is the MOQ for private label face towels?+
Q2How much does it cost to private label face towels?+
Q3Can I private label face towels without a custom printed box?+
Q4Do disposable face towels need FDA registration?+
Q5What documents should I ask a face towel factory for?+
Q6Is it better to use disposable face towels?+
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