This custom PC carry-on cosmetic case combines compact storage, durable protection, and a premium travel-ready design. Made from lightweight PC material, it is suitable for cosmetics, toiletries, beauty products, business accessories, documents, and other personal essentials. The structured hard shell helps protect contents during transportation, while the compact 41 × 31 × 15 cm format makes it easy to carry and organize.
Available in zipper and aluminum frame constructions, this case can be developed for different price points and market positioning. As a Dongguan luggage manufacturer with 30 years of experience, we provide complete OEM/ODM services including material, color, logo, hardware, interior structure, lining, and packaging customization. Our in-house production covers shell manufacturing, hardware, sewing, and assembly, supported by BSCI, Disney FAMA, ISO9001, Walmart, and SEDEX qualifications.
Item: | CM008 |
Material: | ABS / PC / ABS+PC |
| Size: | 16" (41 x 15 x 31 cm) |
| Shell Type: | Hard Shell |
| Opening Method: | Zipper / Aluminum Frame |
| Wheel: | No |
| Lock: | Combination Lock / TSA Lock |
| Logo Service: | Epoxy / Silk Print / UV Print / Laser / Embess / Deboss / Metal Sticker |
| Color: | Customizable |
| MOQ: | Negotiable |
| Sample Time: | 3-15 Days |
Choose Your Closure Style
Zipper Version — Lightweight & Cost-Effective
Ideal for mass retail, promotional gifts, beauty brands and value-focused collections.
Aluminum Frame Version — Premium & Protective
Ideal for premium brands, business travel, luxury cosmetic collections and high-end corporate gifts.
Zipper Luggage vs. Aluminum Frame Luggage: Key Differences, Advantages & Applications
Choosing between a zipper luggage design and an aluminum frame luggage design depends on your target market, product positioning, budget, weight requirements, and desired level of structural protection.
For luggage brands, wholesalers, retailers, promotional companies, and OEM/ODM buyers, understanding the differences between these two closure systems can help you select the right configuration for different product lines.
| Comparison | Zipper Version | Aluminum Frame Version |
| Weight | Lightweight and easy tocarry | Relatively heavier |
| Cost | More cost-effective | Higher material and hardware cost |
| Opening System | Flexible zipper closure | Rigid aluminum frame with latches |
| Storage Capacity | Flexible interior space utilization | Structured interior configuration |
| Protection | Reliable everyday protection | Enhanced structural protection |
| Appearance | Young, lightweight and modern | Premium, professional and sophisticated |
| Transportation Cost | Generally lower | Relatively higher |
| Best Markets | Mass retail, promotional products, cosmetics and fashion brands | Premium brands, businessluggage, luxury products and corporate gifts |
Which Is Better: Zipper or Aluminum Frame Version?
There is no single best option for every market.
Zipper version is generally preferred when lightweight construction, flexible storage, cost efficiency and competitive wholesale pricing are priorities.
Aluminum frame version is better suited to premium product lines where structural rigidity, durability, professional appearance and high-end brand positioning are more important.
Zipper version
Advantages:
Limitations:
While zipper luggage offers strong advantages in weight and cost efficiency, there are several considerations:
· Its overall structural rigidity is generally lower than an aluminum frame design.
· Zippers are important functional components and require proper material selection and quality control for long-term, frequent use.
· For premium business or luxury luggage collections, its visual positioning may not provide the same rigid and sophisticated appearance as an aluminum frame design.
Aluminum Frame version
Advantages:
Limitations:
The premium construction also involves several trade-offs:
· Aluminum frame luggage is generally heavier than zipper luggage.
· Aluminum frames and metal hardware increase material and manufacturing costs.
· Frame assembly requires higher production precision and more demanding assembly processes.
· The rigid frame structure may slightly reduce usable interior space compared with some flexible zipper designs of the same external dimensions.
· For high-volume, price-sensitive wholesale programs, aluminum frame luggage may have less cost competitiveness.
- Which Luggage Design Is Right for Your Business?
Choose Zipper Luggage If You Need:
Lightweight + Cost Efficiency + Flexible Storage + Mass-Market Pricing
Zipper luggage is a strong option for wholesalers, retailers, travel product brands, fashion brands, promotional companies and large-volume purchasing programs.
Choose Aluminum Frame Luggage If You Need:
Premium Appearance + Structural Rigidity + Professional Positioning + Higher Perceived Value
Aluminum frame luggage is more suitable for premium luggage brands, luxury collections, business travel products, corporate gifts and high-end promotional programs.
- Zipper vs. Aluminum Frame Luggage for OEM/ODM
For OEM and ODM luggage projects, the choice between a zipper closure and aluminum frame structure should be made according to the product's target market, retail positioning, target price, weight requirements, expected order volume and brand image.
A luggage manufacturer with OEM/ODM capabilities can help buyers customize the shell material, color, logo, lining, zipper, aluminum frame, locks, wheels, trolley system and interior structure according to their product requirements.
For cost-sensitive high-volume projects, zipper luggage is usually the more practical choice. For premium and differentiated product lines, aluminum frame luggage can provide stronger visual positioning and structural rigidity.
- Quick Decision Guide
Looking for lightweight wholesale luggage? → Choose Zipper Luggage.
Looking for cost-effective luggage for large-volume orders? → Choose Zipper Luggage.
Need flexible interior storage? → Choose Zipper Luggage.
Developing a premium luggage collection? → Consider Aluminum Frame Luggage.
Need a more rigid frame and professional appearance? → Consider Aluminum Frame Luggage.
Developing luxury, business or high-end corporate gift luggage? → Aluminum Frame Luggage is a strong option.
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