California AB 1162 Compliant Hotel Amenities & Bulk Systems
Transition your lodging property away from prohibited 30ml single-use plastic bottles with zero compromise on luxury guest experience. Factory-direct, tamper-proof 380ml–500ml dispenser hardware, GMPC bulk refills, and plastic-free dry goods engineered for California hotels.
AB 1162 Compliance at a Glance
- ✓ Scope & Capacity: Prohibits plastic bottles of 12 fl oz (355ml) or less. Compliant dispensers must hold >355ml.
- ✓ Mandatory Effective Dates: Enforced Jan 1, 2023 (50+ rooms) & Jan 1, 2024 (<50 rooms). Full legal enforcement active statewide.
- ✓ Statutory Penalties: $500 for the first notice; $2,000 for each subsequent violation per day of non-compliance.
- ✓ Factory Verification: Produced under GMPC (SZ2405G5) with US FDA Facility Registration (FEI 3007897767).
Certified to international standards
Regulatory Background
Meeting the Law Without Lowering Your Star Rating
California Assembly Bill 1162 fundamentally changed lodging procurement by outlawing small single-use personal care plastic bottles across hotels, motels, and short-stay properties. While the legislation eliminates millions of pounds of plastic waste, generic retail pump bottles often create severe housekeeping leaks, unhygienic guest tampering, and brand dilution.
At UMYAN, we engineered complete commercial-grade replacement systems specifically tailored to North American hospitality standards — balancing statutory capacity requirements with tamper-proof security and bespoke fragrance matching.
| Amenity Program Route | Container Capacity | AB 1162 Status | Anti-Theft & Tamper Security | Housekeeping Turnaround | Recommended Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30ml Single-Use Bottles | 30ml (1.0 oz) | Prohibited (Fines apply) | None (Full take-home) | 100% replacement per stay | Non-compliant in CA/NY |
| WallSuite™ Tamper-Proof Locking System | 380ml – 500ml (12.8–16.9 oz) | 100% Fully Compliant | Top-key collar lock / magnetic base | Top-up every 12–16 days | Boutique, 4-Star & 5-Star |
| Solid Bar Personal Care (Shampoo & Body) | 25g – 45g bar | 100% Fully Compliant | N/A (Zero-liquid format) | Single bar replacement per stay | Eco-Resorts & Lifestyle |
| Sugarcane Paper Dry Goods (Dental & Shave) | Individual kits | Plastic-free ESG aligned | Soy-ink printed paper sealed | On-demand vanity stocking | All Star Ratings |
Turnkey Product Programs
Three California-Ready Product Solutions
All manufactured in our GMPC clean room and backed by FDA compliance documentation for straightforward importation through US ports.
380ml & 500ml Hardware
Engineered exclusively above California's 355ml limit. Heavy-duty tamper-proof wall brackets in single, double, or triple chambers with anti-theft key locking mechanism and leak-free 1.0ml calibrated pumps.
- • Amber, smoked translucent, or custom pantone bottles
- • Durable 304 stainless steel and ABS brackets
- • 5L bulk gallon refills for continuous restocking
25g to 50g Bars
Eliminate liquid bottles entirely. Our salon-grade solid shampoo, conditioner, and body cleansing bars are formulated with gentle amino-acid bases and packaged in FSC-certified kraft paper cartons.
- • 100% plastic-free, waterless concentrated formula
- • Sulfate-free and vegan-friendly certified options
- • Custom embossed hotel logos from 5,000 units
Biodegradable Amenity Kits
Pair your liquid dispensers with genuinely low-waste accessories. Dental kits with bamboo handles, paper-stem cotton swabs, and sugarcane paper boxes printed with non-toxic soy inks.
- • Bagasse sugarcane and kraft paper boxes
- • Super-soft filament toothbrushes and bamboo razors
- • Complete coordinated vanity suite
Trade & Regulatory Documentation
Smooth US Customs Clearance & FDA Readiness
Importing hotel cosmetics into the United States requires strict adherence to FDA labeling standards, INCI ingredient declarations, and cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMPC). UMYAN provides complete regulatory dossiers for every order to ensure seamless customs clearance through the Port of Long Beach or Port of Oakland.
- FDA Registration Number:
- FEI 3007897767 (Verified facility listing)
- Clean-Room Standard:
- 100,000-class GMPC certified environment (Certificate SZ2405G5)
- Incoterms Supported:
- FOB Shanghai/Ningbo, CIF West Coast, or DDP delivered directly to hotel dock
California Transition Timeline
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- MOQ from 5,000
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California AB 1162 Compliance FAQ
What is California Assembly Bill 1162 (AB 1162)? +
California AB 1162 prohibits lodging establishments from providing small personal care products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion) in plastic bottles of 12 fluid ounces (355 ml) or less. It took effect on January 1, 2023 for establishments with 50+ rooms, and January 1, 2024 for establishments with under 50 rooms.
What are the penalties for non-compliance under AB 1162? +
Following a written warning, establishments face civil penalties of $500 for the first violation and $2,000 for each subsequent violation per day of non-compliance.
Does AB 1162 allow refillable wall-mounted dispensers? +
Yes. Refillable wall-mounted dispensers and non-disposable pump bottles holding greater than 12 fluid ounces (e.g. 380ml, 400ml, or 500ml bottles) fed by commercial bulk refills are explicitly compliant under the statute.
Are UMYAN bulk liquids and formulas FDA compliant for US import? +
Yes. All UMYAN formulations are produced in our 100,000-class GMPC clean room and comply with United States FDA cosmetic regulations under our facility registration FEI 3007897767.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom-branded dispensers? +
Custom-branded dispenser units and bespoke bulk formulations start at 5,000 units per item, including free artwork placement, silkscreen logo application, and physical sign-off samples.
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