Cotton Swabs & Cotton Buds.
Private Label
ZEFU supplies cosmetic and household cotton swabs on paper, bamboo or wooden sticks from Foshan, China.
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Factory Key Facts & Commercial Parameters
Verified production capabilities, substrate options, and private-label packaging thresholds from our Foshan facility.
Key facts
Executive Procurement Summary (Cotton Swabs & Cotton Buds. Private Label): 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.
Formats, Fiber Comparisons & Export Compliance
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Who makes private-label paper-stick cotton swabs in China?
ZEFU (Guangdong Zefu Medical Technology Co., Ltd.) in Foshan, China supplies private-label cotton swabs on paper, bamboo or wooden sticks, with round, pointed or spiral tips, packed in printed drums, boxes or bags. Paper and wooden sticks are allowed in the EU and England, where plastic-stem swabs are banned.
Tips: round, pointed, spiral and baby
| Tip | Shape | Typical use | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round (double) | Classic oval bud on both ends | Everyday cosmetic and household use | 4.5–4.8 mm diameter × 12 mm tip length (75 mm overall) |
| Pointed precision tip | Tapered tip, firm cotton | Eyeliner and lip corrections, nail art | 75 mm length · 4.2 mm tip |
| Dual-tip (Round + Pointed) | One round + one pointed | Cosmetic & travel makeup kits | 75 mm length · 4.5 / 4.2 mm tips |
| Spiral grooved tip | Ridged cotton that picks up more | Ear hygiene & detail cleaning | 75 mm length · 4.6 mm tip |
| Baby safety bulb tip | Large rounded bud with safety step | Infant care brands (external hygiene) | 75 mm length · 8.0 mm bulb tip |
Tip firmness and cotton weight per tip can be adjusted for makeup brands that need a precise, lint-low applicator.
Sticks: paper, bamboo or wood — no plastic
Plastic-stem cotton swabs have been banned in the EU since 3 July 2021 and in England since 1 October 2020; paper, bamboo and wooden sticks are not affected. We therefore supply only non-plastic sticks:
Describe the stick material exactly (for example “paper stick” or “bamboo stick”). Claims such as “eco-friendly” or “biodegradable” need specific evidence; see our guide on environmental claims.
Packaging
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Cosmetic swabs, not medical swabs
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Specification table
| Item | Standard swab | Pointed swab | Baby swab |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) |
| Stick diameter | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) | 75 mm (±0.5 mm) |
| Tip diameter × length | 4.5–4.8 mm × 12 mm | 4.0–4.3 mm × 13 mm (tapered) | 7.8–8.2 mm × 13 mm (safety bulb) |
| Cotton weight per tip | 0.0 mg/kg (Non-Detectable) | 0.0 mg/kg (Non-Detectable) | 0.0 mg/kg (Non-Detectable) |
| Stick material | Paper / bamboo / wood | Paper / wood | Paper |
| Count per pack | 100, 200, 300 or 500 pcs | 50, 100 or 200 pcs | 50, 55, 80 or 100 pcs |
Quality checks that matter for swabs
The three most common swab complaints are cotton coming off the stick, sticks that bend or split, and loose fibers. We check each batch for:
Our inspection process is described on quality control.
Patented Surface Textures & 30-Second Spec Builder
Choose from 7 CNIPA-patented embossing patterns with zero roller tooling fee, or configure your exact private-label SKU.
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 & BauhiniaBuild 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)
Quality Assurance, Patents & Technical FAQs
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FAQ
Q1Are paper-stick cotton swabs legal in the EU and UK?+
Q2What is the difference between cotton swabs and cotton buds?+
Q3Can you make pointed swabs for makeup brands?+
Q4How many swabs come in one box?+
Q5Are your cotton swabs sterile?+
Q6What is the MOQ for private-label swabs?+
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Product Line: Cotton Swabs & Cotton Buds (FSC Paper)