
Liquid Detergent Exporter & Supplier from India
Liquid detergent is a pourable laundry cleaner that combines surfactants, water and additives and dissolves easily in cold or warm water. It suits both hand washing and washing machines, and is sold as a more convenient, premium alternative to powder. GoodBiz Hygiene sources liquid detergent from vetted Indian manufacturers in retail and bulk packs 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 label or sleeve artwork; Fragrance, colour and viscosity within the formulation range; Bottle shape from the manufacturer's available moulds; Pouch refill format; Printed master carton design.
Varieties, pack sizes and packaging
Available varieties
- Top-load machine and hand wash
- Front-load low-foam liquid
- Delicates and woollens wash
- Colour-care liquid
- Floral fragrance
- Lavender fragrance
- Fresh ocean fragrance
Pack sizes
- 500 ml
- 1 L
- 2 L
- 3 L
- 5 L can
- 20 L jerrycan
Packaging options
- PET or HDPE bottle with screw or flip cap
- Stand-up pouch with spout for refill packs
- HDPE can or jerrycan for 5 L and 20 L
- Master carton of 6 to 20 units depending on size; drums and IBCs for bulk
What are the typical specifications of liquid detergent?
Liquid Detergent: typical values for export grades. Final values are confirmed with the manufacturer per order.
| Form | Clear to opaque pourable liquid |
|---|---|
| Active matter (anionic and non-ionic) | Typical 8-18% depending on grade |
| pH (neat) | Typical 7-9 |
| Viscosity | Typical 300-1,200 cP, adjusted by thickener |
| Colour | Blue, green, pink, purple or clear; custom on request |
| Shelf life | Typical 18-24 months in sealed container |
Product overview
Liquid detergent has grown steadily wherever washing machines are spreading and shoppers are trading up from powder. It dissolves instantly in cold water, leaves no residue, pours cleanly and can be dosed more precisely. It also carries a higher price per litre, which makes it an attractive premium line for importers and retailers.
GoodBiz Hygiene is a merchant exporter from India, a GoodBiz Global company, and arranges liquid detergent supply from established blenders. We do not run blending plants ourselves. Instead we source liquid detergent from vetted Indian manufacturers, check the formulation against your requirements and handle export documentation and shipping through a single point of contact.
Grades and formulations
A liquid detergent is built around a surfactant system, usually anionic and non-ionic actives, with water, builders, preservatives, thickener, colour and perfume. Economy liquids carry less active matter and are thinner. Premium liquids typically carry more actives, may include enzymes or optical brighteners, and have a richer viscosity.
Use also splits the range. Top-load liquids foam freely and work for hand washing too. Front-load liquids use a controlled-foam system. Delicates and woollens liquids are milder and often unperfumed or lightly perfumed, while colour-care liquids focus on protecting dyes. Popular fragrances include floral, lavender and fresh ocean, and colour is usually matched to the fragrance story.
Packaging for export
Liquid detergent is sold in PET or HDPE bottles of 500 ml to 3 L, stand-up spout pouches for refills, and 5 L cans or 20 L jerrycans for bulk. Master cartons hold 6 to 20 units. Because the product is dense and heavy, container payload usually limits the load before volume does. A loading plan can be arranged for your chosen size mix.
Private label options
Liquid detergent brands often add a refill pouch that matches the bottle label, since refills lower the cost per wash. Fragrance, colour and viscosity can be adjusted within the formula range, and bottles come from the manufacturer’s available moulds. A liquid sample and label proof are approved first. Lead time is typically 3-5 weeks after order confirmation.
Why source through GoodBiz Hygiene
Machine-wash liquids and hand-wash liquids need different foam control, and getting this wrong creates complaints. GoodBiz Hygiene confirms the intended wash method with the manufacturer before a grade is quoted. 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. Tell us whether the product is for top-load, front-load or hand washing, plus your pack sizes, and we will return a quotation.
If you are deciding between formats, our comparison of detergent powder and liquid detergent looks at washing habits, price and freight. Softener and laundry bars from the laundry care range can be added to the same order.
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Container loading (approx.)
Approximate figures; the final loading plan is confirmed per order.
- 20 ft container
- Approx. 1,100 to 1,400 cartons (1 L x 12), or roughly 18 to 20 tonnes in bulk packs; varies with pack and weight limits
- 40 ft container
- Approx. 2,200 to 2,700 cartons (1 L x 12), subject to payload limits; varies with pack
Straight answers.
Is liquid detergent suitable for both hand washing and machines?
Standard top-load liquids work for both. Front-load machines need a low-foam formulation, so confirm the intended use when requesting a quotation. Delicate and colour-care liquids are positioned as milder, specialist products.
Buyer FAQ
What pack sizes and containers are available?
Retail sizes run from 500 ml to 5 L in PET or HDPE bottles, with pouch refills as a lower-cost option. Larger 20 L jerrycans, 200 L drums and 1,000 L IBCs suit distributors who re-pack locally.
Buyer FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
There is no fixed minimum order: trial orders and part loads are quoted per order. Different sizes, fragrances and other GoodBiz Hygiene laundry products can often be combined in a mixed load, though each private-label design may carry its own minimum.
Buyer FAQ
Does liquid detergent leak or freeze in transit?
Leak risk is managed with induction-sealed caps, tested closures and sturdy cartons. Liquids can thicken or separate at low temperatures, so tell us if your route or storage involves freezing conditions.
Buyer FAQ
Can I choose my own fragrance and colour?
Yes. Fragrance and dye are selected from the manufacturer's available range or matched to a sample within reason. A pre-production sample is approved before bulk production starts.
Buyer FAQ
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