A 500 ml HDPE conditioner bottle is a common, high-intent spec for brands launching or scaling a conditioner product. This page covers the material fit, the right closure and neck finish, and how to source it direct from a factory with low MOQ and custom decoration.
Bottles from our catalogue — 500 ml HDPE conditioner bottles.
Why specify a 500 ml HDPE conditioner bottle
At 500 ml, this format balances shelf presence and fill cost for a conditioner product. HDPE is naturally opaque and slightly flexible, which suits a conditioner where chemical resistance and a practical look matter. We tool this capacity across our HDPE range so the shape, neck and closure are proven before you order.
HDPE suitability for conditioner
HDPE fits: shampoos, body wash, conditioners, creams, detergents and any acidic or alkaline formula. Avoid it for: when a clear, premium look is required (it is opaque by nature). For export, note that HDPE recycles widely; keep colours light for best reclamation. If HDPE is not the right call, the usual alternatives are PET (if clear look needed) and PP (if hot-fill or hinge needed).
Closure and neck finish
A conditioner bottle at this size normally takes a lotion pump (28/410). The neck finish is 28/410, which means any standard 28/410 closure fits — so you can source the pump or cap separately and still seat it on our bottle. We confirm the neck at quotation so nothing is stranded.
Customization, MOQ and lead time
Stock HDPE bottles in this capacity start around 5,000 pcs; custom colour or plating begins near 10,000 pcs. Add silk-screen or hot-stamp decoration from a signed proof. Stock + simple print typically runs a few weeks; we bridge smaller first runs where volume is still proving out.
| Option | Why pick it | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| HDPE | shampoos, body wash, conditioners, creams, detergents and any acidic or alkaline formula | See avoids |
| PET | PET (if clear look needed) | Different look/property |
| PP | PP (if hot-fill or hinge needed) | Different look/property |
Related: cosmetic bottles.
Compliance note: Every bottle ships with the paperwork your market needs. Shijin is ISO 9001:2015 certified and can supply FDA / EU 10/2011 compliance documents on request, so your order clears customs without delay.
Typical specifications buyers request
| Model | Material | Capacity | Neck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wholesale 480ml HDPE Cleaning Bott | HDPE | 480 ml | Custom |
| 480ml HDPE Body Wash Bottle – Whol | HDPE | 480 ml | 28/410 |
| SJE-1605 | PE | 450 ml | 45 mm |
| SJE-1829 | PE | 450 ml | Custom |
The 500 ml HDPE body is one of the shapes we run most often for this application. The table shows representative stock molds — most projects start from one of these and tune neck, colour and decoration.
Starting from a stock mold means a real, fill-tested bottle in days rather than waiting on a custom tool, which is usually the fastest way to de-risk a new SKU.
How we make and inspect the body
The bottle is blow-molded on our lines, then weighed and visually checked for flash, neck roundness and wall uniformity. Decoration (silk-screen, hot-stamp or label) is applied after the body passes inspection, and a final leak-spot check goes on filled samples.
Because the tool is in-house, sampling lead time is short — typically 3–10 days from drawing to first article — and repeats stay consistent because the same mold and resin are used every run.
Sizing the closure to this body
A 500 ml body needs a closure matched to its neck and its fill weight. Lighter, low-viscosity products suit a narrow dropper or mist; heavier or thicker fills want a wider neck and a pump or trigger that primes cleanly.
Tell us the closure you plan to use at sampling so we can confirm the neck and the sealing band before bulk — a mismatch only shows up once the line is running, and that is the expensive place to find it.
Next step
If this body looks close to what you need, send us your fill volume and planned closure and we will confirm the neck and the sealing band on a sample first.
Stock molds in this size family usually sample within 3–10 days, so you can prove the bottle before committing to volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make a 500 ml HDPE conditioner bottle?
Yes — we tool 500 ml HDPE bottles and can match the neck finish (28/410) to your closure.
What closure fits a 500 ml HDPE conditioner bottle?
Typically a lotion pump (28/410); the 28/410 neck accepts standard closures of that type.
What is the MOQ for a 500 ml HDPE bottle?
Stock bottles from about 5,000 pcs; custom colour or plating from around 10,000 pcs.
Is HDPE right for my conditioner formula?
HDPE fits shampoos, body wash, conditioners, creams, detergents and any acidic or alkaline formula. If your formula is when a clear, premium look is required (it is opaque by nature), consider PET (if clear look needed).
Can I custom-colour a 500 ml HDPE bottle?
Yes — via masterbatch, matched to your Pantone or sample, from a signed proof.
Explore our full bottle catalog or contact our team for custom tooling and low-MOQ production runs.
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