Five China detergent sheet makers spotlighted in 2026 market overview

Zhejiang Kelee Technology was named among five China-based detergent sheet manufacturers in a 2026 market overview as demand grows for plastic-free, travel-friendly laundry formats. The review highlights export capability, certifications and OEM/ODM capacity as key factors for global buyers.

Why it matters: - China-based manufacturers are taking a larger role in the global detergent sheet supply chain as demand rises for concentrated, plastic-free laundry products. - The format cuts packaging weight, reduces plastic use, simplifies dosing and can lower logistics costs. - For international brands, Chinese OEM and ODM partners can customize fragrance, enzyme content, sheet size and packaging.

What happened: - Zhejiang Kelee Technology Co., Ltd. was named among five China-based detergent sheet manufacturers in a 2026 market overview. - The company is based in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province, and operates a 16,000-square-meter factory in Chi’an Industrial Park. - Kelee exports about 70% of output to the EU and the U.S. - The other companies in the overview are Guangzhou Liby Enterprise Group Co., Ltd., Nice Group Co., Ltd., Guangzhou Lonkey Industrial Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Hutchison White Cat Co., Ltd.

The details: - Kelee was established in 1999 and says it has 26 years of experience in cleaning products. - The company employs about 150 staff and has an in-house R&D team of 8 engineers. - Kelee reports annual production capacity of 30,000,000 units. - Kelee’s portfolio includes laundry care, household cleaning, personal hygiene and travel-friendly cleaning goods. - Product lines include anti-color-transfer laundry sheets, instant-dissolve laundry tablets, floor-cleaning sheets, dishwashing sheets, hand-washing flower-shaped soap sheets and pet cleaning products. - Kelee provides OEM, ODM and private-label services for international and domestic brands. - One flagship product is the 3-in-1 Super Multi-Purpose Laundry Detergent Sheet, model KL-R2015. - Each KL-R2015 sheet measures 11×12.5 cm and weighs 3±0.5 g. - The product is packaged 30 sheets per box. - The sheet uses nonwoven materials and surfactants. - The formula is designed for household laundry, travel and business trips. - The sheet combines cleaning power, anti-color-transfer technology and fabric softening in one dose. - Dye-absorbing components are designed to capture floating pigment from colored garments. - The product includes enzymes for stain removal. - The sheet is free of harsh irritant ingredients and is intended for delicate fabrics and children’s clothing. - The water-soluble sheet is designed to dissolve in cold and warm water and leave no insoluble residue on textiles or washing machines. - For use, the sheet should go directly into an empty washing-machine drum before clothes are loaded. - The sheet should not be placed in the detergent drawer. - One sheet is recommended for a normal 4–5 kg load of dry clothes. - Two sheets are advised for large loads, heavily soiled clothing, thick bedding or towels. - One sheet can be torn in half for a small half-load. - Kelee operates a 100,000-class dust-free clean workshop and IoT-based intelligent production lines. - The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. - Key products have completed SGS third-party safety and performance testing. - Kelee participates in drafting national industrial standards for laundry sheets and group standards for floor-cleaning sheets. - The company holds more than 20 authorized intellectual property assets, including international and Chinese invention patents, utility-model patents and design patents. - R&D support includes senior formulators and technical consultants, including experts from the China Daily-use Chemical Industry Research Institute. - Guangzhou Liby Enterprise Group is a large daily chemical group with a nationwide consumer-goods distribution network and a broad laundry portfolio. - Nice Group, based in Lishui, Zhejiang, owns brands including Chaoneng and Diao Pai and emphasizes plant-based and low-carbon formulations. - Guangzhou Lonkey Industrial is a listed daily chemical company with a long operating history and a regional distribution base in southern China. - Shanghai Hutchison White Cat operates the White Cat brand and has expanded into more compact washing formats, including sheet products. - Market Research Future estimates the global laundry detergent sheets market at USD 1.26 billion in 2025 and projects USD 2.82 billion by 2034, a 9.3% compound annual growth rate. - U.S. Customs and Border Protection classifies laundry detergent sheets under HTSUS subheading 3401.19.0000.

Between the lines: - The selection criteria favored verifiable business registration, disclosed manufacturing capacity, product availability and quality certifications rather than revenue size. - The overview reflects both specialized solid-detergent makers and larger daily chemical groups that have added sheet formats. - Analysts see the sheet format as a structural shift in home care, not just a short-lived trend. - Brand trust, stable batch quality and clear import classification remain critical for export-oriented suppliers. - The U.S. CBP ruling N330854 is cited as an example of the type of customs clarity buyers want.

What's next: - Demand for plastic-free and travel-friendly laundry products is expected to keep growing. - Companies with direct manufacturing capabilities and standardized quality systems are positioned to gain more business. - Kelee says it plans to continue supporting global brands through OEM, ODM and private-label programs. - Chinese manufacturers are likely to keep competing on customization, scale and compliance for regulated markets.

The bottom line: - The 2026 overview shows that China’s detergent sheet makers are moving from niche suppliers to key players in a fast-growing global cleaning category.