Our compact line uses a shortened LDPE barrel that slips into a pocket or mini purse while inserting like a full-length applicator. It is the fastest-growing format among Gen-Z-focused brands and travel-retail packs — and at $0.088 per piece it is also the lowest-cost applicator format we offer, leaving healthy margin room for challenger brands.

Specifications & FOB Pricing
| Absorbency | Unit Price (USD/pc, excl.) | Carton Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Regular (6–9 g) | $0.088 | 2,880 pcs/carton |
| Super (9–12 g) | $0.092 | 2,800 pcs/carton |
Positioning Ideas That Sell
- “Purse-size” travel and festival packs for DTC subscription boxes
- Schools & campus vending programs where discretion matters
- Pair with our non-applicator line to span price tiers under one brand
- MOQ 100,000 pcs per SKU (below-MOQ trial orders accepted at ~+5%). Individually wrapped, bulk carton, or retail-ready box packaging. Custom applicator colors (Pantone matched), custom wrappers, pouches and cartons available on OEM orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a compact applicator work as well as a full-length one?
Yes. The barrel is shorter but the plunger travel and tip geometry deliver equivalent placement; consumer testing shows no significant usability gap.
Which absorbencies are available?
Regular and Super from stock tooling; Super Plus can be developed for volume commitments.
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Request a QuotePrivate Label Options →Explore the full applicator range:
Plastic Applicator (3rd & 1st Gen) · from $0.100Cardboard Applicator · plastic-freeW-Core Full-Channel · from $0.110Silicone-Grip Premium · from $0.166Non-Applicator Digital · from $0.046
Plastic Applicator (3rd & 1st Gen) · from $0.100Cardboard Applicator · plastic-freeW-Core Full-Channel · from $0.110Silicone-Grip Premium · from $0.166Non-Applicator Digital · from $0.046
