Qtubes
About us
About Us
QTubes is a Polish manufacturer of extruded cosmetic tubes. Our priority is fast, repeatable production of premium-quality packaging while respecting the environment (3R philosophy: REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE). With our proprietary QFlex® technology, we combine print precision with the flexibility of extruded PE tubes, offering broad decorative and structural options—including full or partial metallisation as well as QProtect® matte and gloss finishes.
Safety
In response to market needs, we introduced QProtect®—a bacteriostatic lacquer coating with active silver particles that inhibits the growth of unwanted bacteria on the packaging surface. Antibacterial effectiveness is measured in accordance with ISO 22196:2011 (evaluation of antibacterial activity on plastics and other non-porous surfaces).
Speed
Qexpress is our fast-track production path: PE tubes ready within 10 working days from artwork approval. Standard options include diameters Ø35/40/50 mm, flip-top closures in white, black, and transparent, printing up to 9 colourswith varnishes and Cold Foil (Cold Stamping), plus an optional EVOH barrier. Minimum order from 5,000 pcs.Qexpress shortens the design-to-shelf cycle, combining speed with premium decoration powered by QFlex®.
Sustainability
Our environmental responsibility goes beyond material choice. In daily operations we reduce energy and water use (photovoltaics, heat pumps with heat recovery, process heat recovery, rainwater harvesting), minimise waste (e.g., decorating laminates as thin as 60 microns) and expand the use of recycled feedstocks (PCR/PIR) and bioplastics.
Strategic location
Location: QTubes is based in Balice near Kraków, enabling efficient logistics and customer service across Poland and Europe.
Products & services
Tubes with low profile caps
Slim caps for Ø35/40/50 mm cosmetic tubes: lightweight, minimalistic design with less material and a premium look.
Monotube
Monotube: 100% PE mono-material cosmetic tube designed for easier recycling and future PPWR requirements.
QTubes Academy
Qtubes Academy: hands-on training for clients to explore QFlex technology, packaging options and share know-how.
Sustainable Cosmetic Tubes
PE cosmetic tubes Ø35/40/50 mm, optional EVOH, green PE and PCR up to 50%; selected structures reach 83% PCR/BIO.
3R philosophy – REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
Cosmetic tubes made in line with the 3R philosophy: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – for a more sustainable future.
QFlex® technology
QFlex® technology - a combination of the perfect quality of flexographic printing with a flexible extruded PE tube.
QProtect®
QProtect®: antibacterial lacquer with active silver nanoparticles that inhibit bacterial growth for lasting protection.
QExpress
From concept to shelf in 10 days.