Detergent Powder Exporter & Supplier from India
Detergent powder is a dry blend of surfactants, builders and other additives used to wash clothes by hand or in a washing machine. Formulations vary in active matter and filler content, which sets both cleaning power and price. GoodBiz Hygiene sources detergent powder in hand-wash and machine grades from vetted Indian manufacturers for export.
HSN 3402 50. 8-digit ITC-HS code confirmed per order
Key facts for buyers
- HSN code
- 3402 50
The 8-digit ITC-HS code is confirmed per order.
- Minimum order quantity
- No fixed minimum. Trial orders, part loads and mixed containers are all quoted, and quantities are agreed per order.
- Private label
- Available. Own brand name, logo and pouch or carton artwork; Choice of fragrance and colour speckles; Hand-wash or machine-wash positioning; Pack size and sachet format; Printed master carton or sack design.
Varieties, pack sizes and packaging
Available varieties
- Hand-wash powder, economy
- Hand-wash powder, premium
- Top-load machine wash powder
- Front-load low-foam powder
- Lemon fragrance
- Floral or rose fragrance
- Lavender or fresh-breeze fragrance
Pack sizes
- 500 g
- 1 kg
- 2 kg
- 5 kg
- 10 kg
- 25 kg bulk sack
Packaging options
- Laminated pouch or sachet for retail
- Printed carton for 1 kg and 2 kg packs
- Woven PP or paper sack for 10 kg and 25 kg
- Master carton or outer bag of 10 to 24 kg total weight
What are the typical specifications of detergent powder?
Detergent Powder: typical values for export grades. Final values are confirmed with the manufacturer per order.
| Form | Free-flowing spray-dried or dry-mixed powder |
|---|---|
| Active matter (anionic) | Typical 8-20% depending on grade |
| pH (1% solution) | Typical 10-11 |
| Bulk density | Typical 350-600 g/L; dry-mix powders sit at the higher end |
| Moisture | Typical 5-10% |
| Shelf life | Typical 24 months in sealed, moisture-proof pack |
Product overview
Detergent powder remains the most widely sold form of laundry product across Africa, South Asia and the Middle East. It is cheap to make, easy to ship, simple to store in small homes and can be sold in anything from a 20 g sachet to a 25 kg sack. For importers, it is a volume line where the grade, fragrance and price tier decide the shelf position.
GoodBiz Hygiene is a GoodBiz Global company and a merchant exporter from India, sourcing washing powder from vetted spray-drying and dry-mix plants. We do not run detergent plants ourselves. Instead we source detergent powder from vetted Indian manufacturers, match the formulation to your requirements and handle export documentation and shipping through a single point of contact.
Grades and formulations
Powders are usually split into hand-wash and machine-wash families. Hand-wash powders are high-foaming and range from economy grades with higher filler content to premium grades with more active matter and added brightener. Machine powders are formulated for controlled foam, with front-load versions using a low-foam system so drums run cleanly.
Fragrance and colour help a brand stand out. Lemon is widely popular, floral and rose scents suit mid-range lines, and lavender or fresh-breeze scents give a more modern feel. Coloured speckles can be added for a premium look. Cost and performance are balanced through the active matter level, builder system and the way the powder is made, either spray-dried for lighter, free-flowing granules or dry-mixed for denser powder.
Packaging for export
Retail powder goes in laminated pouches and printed cartons of 500 g to 2 kg, while 10 kg and 25 kg woven or paper sacks serve wholesalers and laundries. Small sachets are popular in general trade where buyers purchase one wash at a time. Powder density affects how a container fills, so some loads are volume-limited and others weight-limited, and a plan can be arranged for your pack mix.
Private label options
Importers branding their own powder usually choose the pouch design, fragrance, speckle colour and whether it is positioned for hand wash or machine wash. A machine-wash powder needs a lower-foam formula than a hand-wash one, so that choice is made early. A sample is approved before production. Lead time is typically 3-5 weeks after order confirmation, depending on pouch printing.
Why source through GoodBiz Hygiene
Powder buyers range from sachet distributors in general trade to supermarket chains, and each needs a different grade and pack. GoodBiz Hygiene can quote economy and premium powders with matching pack formats in one offer. FOB, CIF and CFR are available; payment terms are agreed per order (T/T or LC). Shipments leave from major Indian ports. The HSN code shown is the 6-digit level, and the full 8-digit ITC-HS code is confirmed for each order. Send your target price per kilogram, pack sizes and wash method and we will suggest suitable grades.
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Container loading (approx.)
Approximate figures; the final loading plan is confirmed per order.
- 20 ft container
- Approx. 1,000 to 1,400 cartons (1 kg x 12), or around 16 to 18 tonnes of bulk sacks; varies with density
- 40 ft container
- Approx. 2,000 to 2,800 cartons (1 kg x 12), or around 24 to 27 tonnes of bulk sacks; varies with density
Straight answers.
What is the difference between hand-wash and machine-wash powder?
Hand-wash powders foam heavily and are formulated for scrubbing, usually at lower cost. Machine powders, especially for front-load machines, use controlled foam so the drum does not overflow. Choose the grade to match how laundry is washed in your market.
Buyer FAQ
What active matter levels are available?
Typical anionic active matter runs from about 8% for economy powders to around 20% for premium grades. The remainder is builders, fillers and additives. The grade, fragrance and bulk density are agreed against your price point before the order is confirmed.
Buyer FAQ
Can powder be supplied in sachets?
Yes, small sachets of around 20 g to 100 g are possible and are popular in price-sensitive markets. Sachet lines usually need their own minimum quantity and a roll-stock film, so confirm the format early.
Buyer FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
There is no fixed minimum order: trial orders and part loads are quoted per order. Several pack sizes and fragrances can often be mixed in one load, though each private-label design may carry its own minimum.
Buyer FAQ
How is the powder protected from moisture on a long sea voyage?
Packs use laminated film or lined sacks, and containers are loaded with dry cartons and sealed. Moisture-absorbing desiccant can be added on request for long transit routes or humid destination ports.
Buyer FAQ
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