50ml Perfume Bottles: the Retail Standard
50 ml is the size most fragrance brands settle on once they move past the launch phase. It fits the standard retail shelf tray, carries a full 50 ml fill with headspace for the pump, and reads as a premium bottle on a beauty counter without the freight cost of a 100 ml flacon. It is also the size where decoration choices pay off most — a heavy base or an electroplated shoulder is visible in the hand at 50 ml in a way that a smaller bottle cannot carry.
The models in this group cover both 35 ml compact moulds and full 50 ml standard moulds, so a brand can run a compact travel-retail SKU and a main-line 50 ml SKU from one supplier, one pump family and one decoration spec.
Stock models in the 35–50 ml range (19 SKUs)
All of the following are held in stock moulds at our factory. Click a model for its full specification, real photos and packing data.
| Model | Capacity | Bottle weight | Pcs / carton | Gross weight | Carton size (cm) | Neck finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XF-20 | 35 ml | 98.0 g | 144 | 15.0 kg | 44*22.5*18.5 | 15mm crimp or screw – confirm on quote |
| WX-2 | 50 ml | 120.0 g | 120 | 15.4 kg | 40.5*31*17 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-10 | 50 ml | 114.0 g | 144 | 17.4 kg | 46*32.5*16 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-12 | 50 ml | 143.0 g | 108 | 16.4 kg | 42.5*28*16 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-14 | 50 ml | 102.0 g | 140 | 15.2 kg | 41.5*28*16.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-16 | 50 ml | 209.0 g | 70 | 15.6 kg | 37.5*25.5*18 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-18 | 50 ml | 99.0 g | 144 | 15.2 kg | 38.5*28*20.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-2 | 50 ml | 127.0 g | 120 | 16.0 kg | 39*32.5*15.5 | 18mm screw neck |
| XF-21 | 50 ml | 140.0 g | 96 | 15.0 kg | 34.5*26*18.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-23 | 50 ml | 170.0 g | 84 | 15.3 kg | 39*33.5*13.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XF-5 | 50 ml | 129.5 g | 120 | 16.5 kg | 39.5*29.5*18.5 | 18mm screw neck |
| XF-8 | 50 ml | 137.0 g | 100 | 14.7 kg | 49.5*30*11.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XY-11 | 50 ml | 141.0 g | 96 | 14.5 kg | 40*30.5*17 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XY-15 | 50 ml | 200.0 g | 70 | 14.6 kg | 39.5*28.5*17 | 15mm screw neck |
| XY-2 | 50 ml | 120.0 g | 120 | 15.5 kg | 47*28.5*17.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XY-4 | 50 ml | 120.0 g | 120 | 15.4 kg | 48*30.5*18 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XY-7 | 50 ml | 100.0 g | 140 | 15.4 kg | 51*37.5*15 | 15mm crimp neck |
| XY-8 | 50 ml | 130.0 g | 108 | 15.0 kg | 42.5*28.5*18 | 15mm crimp neck |
| wx-67 | 50 ml | 160.0 g | 84 | 15.0 kg | 46.5*30*12.5 | 15mm crimp neck |
What to check when you compare 50ml moulds
Two 50 ml bottles can differ by 40 percent in glass weight, and that difference is what a buyer feels first. The table below lists the measured bottle weight for every stock model, because it drives three numbers you will end up quoting internally:
– **Freight** — heavier glass means fewer pieces per carton and a higher landed cost per unit.
– **Perceived value** — a 200 g+ base reads as a fragrance bottle; a 90 g shell reads as a cosmetic bottle, which is fine for body mist but wrong for eau de parfum.
– **Line fill** — if the bottle sits next to a 100 ml hero SKU, matching glass thickness keeps the family looking deliberate rather than assembled.
Decoration and customisation
Stock moulds are a starting point, not a limit. On this range we run spray coating in any Pantone shade, soft-touch and matte topcoats, frosted and acid-etched finishes, silk-screen printing up to six colours, hot-foil stamping, vacuum metallisation, gradient spraying and UV spot coatings. Because the mould already exists, the only setup cost is decoration — usually 300–800 USD depending on the technique and the number of colours.
MOQ, packing and lead times
- MOQ — from a few cartons on plain stock; 3,000–5,000 pieces per SKU with decoration.
- Lead time — about 15 days for stock, 20–25 days decorated, rush slots at a 15% surcharge.
- Packing — export cartons with dividers as listed in the table; palletising and mixed-model containers are available.
- Payment — 30% T/T deposit, 70% before shipment; L/C accepted above USD 50,000.
Getting a quotation
Send the model numbers you are considering, the quantity per SKU and the decoration you want. We reply within 24 hours with unit price, carton data, lead time and a freight estimate — or a DDP quote to your door. See also our other capacity groups: 30ml perfume bottles, 100ml perfume bottles. For background reading, our size guide compares the three capacities, and the pump guide explains crimp versus screw closures.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between your 35ml and 50ml moulds?
The 35 ml moulds are compact bodies designed for travel-retail and gift sets, while the 50 ml moulds are full retail bottles. Both use 15 mm necks, so the same crimp or screw pump fits either — the choice comes down to shelf presence versus fill volume.
Which 50ml bottle is heaviest?
Weight varies by mould; each product page lists the measured bottle weight, and the table above compares the whole group. For premium positioning, ask us to shortlist models above 150 g, then sample two or three so your team can feel the difference.
Can a 50ml bottle be made refillable?
Yes. Screw-neck 50 ml moulds can be paired with a screw pump for refill formats; crimp necks are one-way and better suited to sealed retail bottles. Tell us the refill strategy before sampling and we will point you to the right closure.
What decoration works best on 50ml stock moulds?
Spray coating in a Pantone colour, frosted or soft-touch finishes, silk-screen printing up to six colours, hot-foil stamping and vacuum metallisation all run on these moulds. Gradients and two-tone plating are popular for gift sets and cost less than a bespoke mould.
What is the MOQ and lead time?
Stock 50 ml models start from a few cartons. Plain stock ships in about 15 days from deposit; decorated orders run 20–25 days. Rush production is available at a 15 percent surcharge.
