Loofah Products for a Zero Waste Shop in France: A Worked Example
Loofah products for a zero waste shop in France, in short: A shop can start with 900 pieces for $802.00 at EGEXO prices. Landed in France by express it comes to about $1,019.65, or $1.13 a piece. Kitchen pads sell well as an everyday refill product, so the example starts with them.
Example numbers. EGEXO prices are the public tier prices (USD, EX-Works Damanhour) at the quantity shown, read from the EGEXO price list on 23 Oct 2026. Selling prices and ad costs are example numbers, checked Oct 2026. Duty, VAT, platform fees and your own costs are not included.
Who this is for
You run, or plan to open, a zero-waste or eco shop in France and want plant-fibre products that replace plastic ones: kitchen pads and body sponges. Loofah is a plant fibre and 100% biodegradable. The cotton parts are 100% cotton.
Your start order
| Product | Size | Pieces | Price tier | EGEXO price each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1010 Oval Kitchen | 11 x 8 cm | 400 | 1 | $0.78 | $312.00 |
| L1013 Circle Kitchen | 10 x 10 cm | 200 | 1 | $0.98 | $196.00 |
| L1001S Oval Body Loofah Small | 11 x 14 cm | 300 | 1 | $0.98 | $294.00 |
| Total | 900 | $802.00 |
What it costs to land in France
| Cost | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Loofah products | $802.00 | Public tier prices |
| Express shipping | $217.65 | 1 carton, each carton shipped as its own parcel, door to door. About $0.19 to $0.24 per piece. Part-full cartons cost more per piece |
| Landed total | $1,019.65 | About $1.13 per piece on average. Before duty, VAT and local costs |
Sea freight is quoted per order. For repeat orders, ask for a sea quote and compare it with express.
Selling price and profit
Kitchen pad. Landed cost per unit: $1.01.
| Your selling price | Gross profit per unit | Gross margin |
|---|---|---|
| $2.50 | $1.49 | 60% |
| $3.00 | $1.99 | 66% |
| $3.50 | $2.49 | 71% |
The example prices per sponge sit inside the range we saw for natural loofah in online listings in Oct 2026. Check the shelf prices in your own market before you decide.
Body sponge. Landed cost per unit: $1.25.
| Your selling price | Gross profit per unit | Gross margin |
|---|---|---|
| $3.00 | $1.75 | 58% |
| $4.00 | $2.75 | 69% |
| $5.00 | $3.75 | 75% |
The example prices per sponge sit inside the range we saw for natural loofah in online listings in Oct 2026. Check the shelf prices in your own market before you decide.
Ad cost
Example: clicks in this category cost about $0.75 to $1.50 each, and the benchmark ad cost per sale is about $17.76 (example numbers, checked Oct 2026).
On the middle price above, one kitchen pad earns $1.99 before ads. That is less than the example ad cost per sale, so paid ads alone will not pay back here. Use ads to test one product, and build sales with a good page, reviews, bundles and repeat buyers.
Steps
- Pick three products only: an oval kitchen pad (L1010), a round kitchen pad (L1013) and a small oval body sponge (L1001S).
- Order samples and put them next to your current products. Judge the size, the finish and the feel yourself.
- Ask for the quote with the shipping term you prefer. EGEXO ships to France; the shipping time is confirmed in your quote.
- Ask for the origin papers with your order. Certificate of Origin or EUR.1 go with every export order except express ones. EU buyers may pay lower or zero import duty; please confirm with your customs broker.
- Put the products at the till and in the kitchen section, and tell customers what the item is made of in plain words.
Checklist
- Three products chosen
- Samples checked
- Shipping term chosen (EXW, CFR, CIF or DAP)
- Customs broker told the HS codes
- Shelf label text written from the product facts
- Reorder date noted
Frequently asked questions about loofah products for a zero waste shop in France
Can I print my own label?
Yes. Private label starts from 1,000 units: embroidered logo labels, printed labels, hang tags and custom packaging. The cost is extra and appears in your quote.
Do you help with packaging recycling rules in France?
EGEXO helps with the papers and product information it can provide for customs or for France's packaging rules. Ask us what you need.
Are the products plastic free?
The loofah is a plant fibre. Towel backing, edges and ropes are 100% cotton.
How EGEXO helps
EGEXO sends product details and the papers it can provide with your order. No minimum order on standard products. Private label from 1,000 units. We reply to quote requests within 24 hours.
