Top 10 OEM/ODM Cosmetic Manufacturers in Taiwan (2026)

By Aisyah Karim · Halal Cosmetics & Market Entry Advisor · Published 3 Apr 2026

Taiwan may be smaller than its neighbours, but it punches well above its weight in cosmetics — especially sheet masks, where it is one of the world’s dominant producers. Taiwanese manufacturers are known for fast development, strong ingredient science, flexible volumes and competitive pricing, a combination that suits emerging brands as much as established ones. For a Malaysian brand looking to launch masks, serums or biotech-led skincare, Taiwan deserves a close look.

This guide profiles ten notable Taiwanese OEM/ODM manufacturers and closes with what to weigh when sourcing from Taiwan into Malaysia.

Key takeaways

• Taiwan is a global leader in sheet masks and strong in biotech-driven skincare.
• TCI is one of Asia’s largest ODM houses; Annie’s Way and L’Herboflore are mask and botanical specialists.
• The market offers flexible volumes and fast development — friendly to small and mid-sized brands.
• Options span sustainability (O’right), collagen/biomaterials (Sunmax) and dermatological skincare (DR.WU).
• Selling in Malaysia still requires NPRA notification via Quest3+.

Why Taiwan leads on masks and biotech

Taiwan’s manufacturers built a global reputation in sheet masks by refining every part of the format — substrate materials, essence formulation and fit — and that specialism spills over into serums and ampoules. A strong biotech base adds depth in collagen, botanical actives and ingredient science, so Taiwanese houses can support both trend-led launches and more technical formulations.

For brands, the appeal is flexibility: many houses accept small-to-medium runs and move quickly from concept to product, at prices below Japanese or Korean manufacturing. That makes Taiwan a practical bridge between low-cost regional production and higher-end innovation.

How to choose a Taiwanese manufacturer

Match the specialist to your format. For masks and serums, houses like Annie’s Way and L’Herboflore lead; for biotech and collagen, Sunmax; for dermatological skincare, DR.WU; for sustainability-led production, O’right. Large ODMs such as TCI suit bigger, longer-term commitments, while mask and personal-care specialists typically support smaller runs. Confirm certification and clarify MOQ and lead times before committing.

1. TCI Co., Ltd.

Taipei-based TCI is one of Asia’s largest ODM contract manufacturers, offering end-to-end beauty and wellness development backed by biotech-led R&D and clinical validation.

2. Mao Bao Inc.

Mao Bao is an established hair and body-care manufacturer with its own brand portfolio and large-scale OEM/ODM capacity.

3. Sheng Hsiang Tang (Cellina)

Cellina is a veteran personal-care specialist in soaps, body washes and skincare, with solid OEM production capabilities.

4. Annie’s Way

New Taipei’s Annie’s Way is best known for its signature jelly masks and sheet masks, with full OEM/ODM development services — a natural partner for mask-led brands.

5. L’Herboflore

L’Herboflore is a botanical and biotech-driven skincare developer combining its own-brand presence with ODM services.

6. SOFNON (Tsaio)

SOFNON focuses on plant-based skincare and cleansing built around Taiwanese botanical ingredients, suiting natural-leaning ranges.

7. Sunmax Biotech

Hsinchu-based Sunmax Biotech specialises in collagen-based skincare and medical-grade biomaterials for more advanced formulations.

8. O’right

Taoyuan’s O’right is a sustainability-focused manufacturer known for carbon-neutral and green-beauty products — a strong fit for eco-positioned brands.

9. Chlitina

Chlitina is a professional skincare manufacturer with a vertically integrated model and a wide regional salon-franchise network.

10. DR.WU

DR.WU is a dermatologist-founded cosmeceutical company producing clinical, ingredient-focused skincare.

At a glance: comparing the ten

Sourcing from Taiwan as a Malaysian brand

Taiwan is an excellent match if masks, serums or biotech-led skincare are central to your range, and its flexible volumes make it accessible to smaller brands. Pricing generally sits below Japan and Korea while still offering strong innovation. Confirm each manufacturer’s certifications and clarify minimums and timelines before committing.

As with any import, Taiwanese origin does not change Malaysian requirements: the product must be notified to the NPRA via Quest3+ with a local notification holder, and halal claims must satisfy JAKIM — worth planning early if your target audience expects halal certification. Verify current rules directly with the authorities.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Taiwan so strong in sheet masks?

Its manufacturers specialised early in every element of the format — substrate, essence and fit — building world-leading expertise that also extends into serums and ampoules.

Is Taiwan suitable for small brands?

Often yes. Many mask and personal-care specialists support small-to-medium runs and fast development, making Taiwan friendly to emerging brands, while the largest ODMs prefer bigger commitments.

How does Taiwan compare on price?

Pricing generally sits below Japanese and Korean manufacturing while still offering strong innovation, positioning Taiwan as a middle ground between low-cost and premium production.

Do I still need NPRA notification for Taiwan-made cosmetics?

Yes. Notification to the NPRA via Quest3+ is required for any cosmetic sold in Malaysia, whatever its country of manufacture.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not regulatory, legal or business advice. Company details reflect publicly available information at the time of writing and may change; verify current certifications, capabilities and regulatory requirements directly with the manufacturer and relevant authorities before making sourcing decisions.

About the author
Aisyah Karim advises brands on halal cosmetics and market entry, writing about sourcing and regulatory readiness across Asian markets.