PE/PP Plastic Tube Filling Machine (Ointments, Gels, Dermatological Products)

Characteristics of PE/PP Plastic Tubes and Associated Uses

A container designed for dermatological products

Tubes intended for topical products are made from LDPE, HDPE or PP. These materials are known for their flexibility, cost-effectiveness and compatibility with a wide variety of dermatological formulations. Volumes range from five to three hundred millilitres, covering the needs of gels, ointments and creams in both individual and family-size formats.

A versatile closure system

Each plastic tube is fitted either with a screw cap or a flip-top cap. These closure options ensure simple and secure handling while meeting protection requirements for topical products packaged in clean, non-sterile formats.

Applications and sectors concerned

PE or PP tubes are used for topical products such as ointments, gels, dermatological creams and cosmeto-dermatology treatments. They are found in prescription dermatology ranges as well as OTC products. Their flexibility and low cost make them a common choice for laboratories, dermato-cosmetic brands and skincare product lines.

Specific constraints of plastic tubes

Plastic offers a lower barrier than aluminium, particularly regarding solvent permeation. Some sensitive formulations may therefore require reinforced material choices or tighter control of storage conditions. These parameters must be considered from the earliest stages of process design.

The PE/PP Plastic Tube Filling Machine According to EREA

Mastery of ointment and gel filling

We design machines capable of managing the entire process, from plastic tube feeding to final closure. Dosing is adjusted to ensure precision, consistency and compliance with the needs of topical formulations, whether fluid, semi-solid or viscous.

A solution adapted to the characteristics of plastic tubes

Our lines accommodate volumes from five to three hundred millilitres, various PE or PP materials and screw-cap or flip-top closure types. Each machine is configured to respect the flexibility of the tube, control possible deformation and ensure clean, uniform sealing.

A custom-made filling machine for topical care

We develop fully customised equipment tailored to the needs of each production site and to the properties of dermatological formulations. Our teams support all stages of the project, from initial study to qualification and commissioning.
This approach ensures reliable, reproducible filling perfectly suited to PE or PP plastic tubes, while guaranteeing the quality, stability and safety of topical products.