A mono-material lotion pump is a pump whose parts are all made from one plastic family, with no metal spring and no second resin. APG's Infinity V2 Lotion Pump is a PP mono all-plastic pump with an up-lock, a 1.5cc dose and a choice of ribbed or smooth finish. It suits brands that want the simplest material profile for a lotion pump, especially when paired with a PP bottle.
What makes a lotion pump mono-material
A lotion pump is a small machine. It has an actuator, a closure, a housing, a piston, valves, a return spring and a dip tube. In a conventional pump, those parts often use several plastics plus a metal spring. An all-plastic pump removes the metal. A mono-material pump goes one step further and makes the parts from a single resin family.
For the Infinity V2, that family is polypropylene (PP). The pump is PP mono all-plastic, so there is no metal spring and no mix of resin families to separate. For the broader difference between the two terms, read all-plastic vs mono-material packaging. This post focuses on what mono-material means when you are choosing a lotion pump, and on the Infinity V2 itself.
Why mono-material matters for a lotion pump
A simpler story for the whole package
The pump is usually the hardest part of a lotion package to explain. Bottles are often a single plastic. Labels can be chosen with recycling in mind. The pump is where metal and mixed plastics tend to hide. A mono-material PP pump removes both issues from the closure.
A natural match with PP bottles
When the bottle and pump share one resin family, the package is easier to describe and easier to design for recycling. If your bottle is PP, a PP mono pump keeps the main parts in the same family. If your bottle is another plastic, the pump is still all-plastic and mono-material on its own, but the package as a whole is not single-resin.
Careful claims
Mono-material is a design fact, not a recycling promise. Recycling still depends on local facilities. Use wording such as "designed for recyclability" and "recyclable where facilities accept it," and review the bottle, label and decoration before you print a claim. Our guide on making accurate recyclable claims covers the details.
A closer look at the Infinity V2
The Infinity V2 Lotion Pump has four confirmed specs. Here is what each one means when you spec it.
| Spec | Infinity V2 | What to think about |
|---|---|---|
| Material | PP mono all-plastic | Pair with a PP bottle for a single resin family across the main parts |
| Lock | Up-lock | The actuator locks in the raised position for shipping and storage, with no clip to discard |
| Dosage | 1.5cc | A moderate dose for face and hand products; plan strokes per use for body products |
| Actuator finish | Ribbed or smooth | Ribbed adds grip and texture; smooth gives a clean, minimal look |
| Neck finish | Ask us about available options | Share your bottle drawing or sample |
Is 1.5cc the right dose?
A 1.5cc dose works well for face lotion, moisturizer, hand cream and other products where customers want a modest amount at a time. For body lotion, customers may press two or three times. If you want fewer strokes for a body product, compare the 3.5cc clip-lock all-plastic lotion pump, which is also PP. Our neck finish and dosage guide explains how to work from dose to fill volume.
Ribbed or smooth?
This is mostly a brand decision, but it has a practical side. A ribbed actuator gives fingers more grip, which can help with slippery hands in the bathroom. A smooth actuator suits a clean, minimal look and can be easier to wipe. Order samples of both if your team is split.
Infinity V2 vs the Infinity Lotion Pump
Both are all-plastic lotion pumps with an up-lock. They answer different briefs.
| Question | Infinity V2 Lotion Pump | Infinity Lotion Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Mono-material? | Yes, PP mono all-plastic | All-plastic; not described as mono-material |
| Metal parts? | None | None; no metal contact with product |
| Lock | Up-lock | Patented all-plastic up-lock |
| Dosage | 1.5cc | Ask us about available options |
| Listed extras | Ribbed or smooth finish | APR recognized for recyclability; water-resistant design; built for e-commerce; multiple color combinations |
| Best fit | Mono-material goals, PP bottles, face and hand products | E-commerce, shower and sink products, APR-recognized pump |
If your priority is a single resin family, start with the Infinity V2. If your priority is an APR-recognized pump built for e-commerce and wet areas, start with the Infinity Lotion Pump. Many brands sample both.
How to evaluate a mono-material pump
- Confirm the definition. Ask which parts are included in "mono-material," including the spring, dip tube, gaskets, colorants and decoration.
- Check your bottle resin. Decide whether you want the bottle in the same family as the pump.
- Test feel and return. A plastic spring can feel different from a metal one. Have your team and a few customers try it.
- Test the dose with your formula. Weigh doses from full to nearly empty and count strokes to prime.
- Run a shipping and storage trial. Lock filled samples, ship them, and store others under your stability conditions.
- Plan commercial terms. Ask us about lead times and minimums early.
How APG can help
APG makes cosmetic and personal care packaging, with molding and decoration at our plant in Defiance, Ohio. We hold an EcoVadis Platinum rating and are WBENC-certified as a women-owned business. For mono-material and all-plastic dispensing, start here:
- Infinity V2 Lotion Pump: PP mono all-plastic, up-lock, 1.5cc, ribbed or smooth.
- Infinity Lotion Pump: all-plastic, APR recognized, patented all-plastic up-lock.
- Eternal Pump airless bottle: PP mono material, 15ml, 30ml and 50ml, for air-sensitive formulas.
- Infinity Deodorant: PP mono material, 30ml, 50ml and 75ml.
- All pumps.
See the full range in our metal-free pumps and sprayers. For more on mono-material formats, read the benefits of mono-material airless pumps.
Common questions
What does "mono-material" mean for a lotion pump?
All the parts are made from one plastic family. The Infinity V2 is PP mono all-plastic, so there is no metal spring and no mix of resin families.
Is every all-plastic pump mono-material?
No. All-plastic means no metal parts. A pump can be all-plastic and still use more than one plastic.
What dose does the Infinity V2 give?
1.5cc per full stroke. It suits face and hand products well. For body products, check how many strokes customers will need.
Which neck finishes are available?
Ask us about available options. Send your bottle drawing or a sample so we can confirm the fit.
Should my bottle be PP too?
If you want the main parts of the package in one resin family, yes. Confirm the bottle, label and decoration before making any claim.
Want to compare mono-material and all-plastic pumps on your formula? Request samples or a quote.