Here are some great reasons to add hot water bottles as new products to your store this winter:

• The cold season has a slightly higher demand for hot water bottles;
• A great mid-priced product with solid profit margins;
• An incredible private label opportunity since it’s a very brandable product;
• A variety of sub-niches and target groups to choose from;
• A market that’s still not oversaturated with sellers;

The main difference between a heating pad and a hot water bottle is that heating pads usually use electricity as heat source. In the case of hot water bottles, as the name suggests, we use hot water only to heat. 

When we talk about types of hot water bottles, we can make several categorizations:

• Based on the material – traditional rubber, PVC, TPU, silicone, or eco-biodegradable;
• Based on the size – 0.5 liters, 0.8 liters. 1 liter, 2 liters, 2.7 liters (and often rare sizes in between);
• Based on pattern and design – ribbed, double-ribbed, smooth, transparent, etc.;

The usual size of hot water bottles is 2 liters. However, it’s possible to find them starting from mini 0.5-liter versions, 0.8-liter, 1-liter, and up to huge 2.7-liter variations. 

Here are the most common uses of hot water bottles:

• To warm up different body parts;
• To soothe aches and pains;
• To help muscles relax;
• To relieve cramps;
• To help with back pain;

Gout usually reacts better to ice and cold rather than hot. Some gout sufferers might find relief with hot water bottles but this is only if their inflammation markers aren’t too high. In most cases, treating gout with cold rather than hot remains safer. 

For the most accurate answer, discuss this with your physician who’s familiar with your condition and its progress.

Here are some ways to add extra safety and security to your hot water bottles:

• Work with reliable suppliers who meet your quality standards;
• Insert a packaging slip with clear instructions of use, safety precautions, and proper maintenance;
• Check if the product has been recalled at any point through the Consumer Product Safety Commission;
• Partner with a reliable sourcing agent who can isolate trustworthy suppliers and control product quality;
• Always get samples of the product before placing a bulk order;

These are some important points to consider when deciding on the type of wholesale warm water bag you want to buy and sell to your customers:

• Price range – check if your potential profit margins are satisfactory with the help of your wholesale price vs. sale price (don’t forget to add all other related expenses to get a projection that’s as realistic as possible);
• Sub-niche – choose an unsaturated sub-niche and an ideal target audience for your product (this will help you streamline your marketing efforts and understand your buyers);
• Material – next, decide on the material you want for your hot water bottles (eg. rubber, PVC, biodegradable, etc.);
• Size – do you need 2-liter, 1-liter, 0.8, or another size of hot water bottles;
• Design and style – now, it’s time to decide on the features, design, style, and colors of your product;
• Supplier availability – check if you can find the right suppliers for the product you need;
• Private labeling – lastly, try to private label a product and sell it under your brand to stick out from your competitors;

Here are some important points to think of when choosing the type of wholesale electric pad you’ll sell:

• Price and profit – calculate your profit margins using the wholesale price vs. sale price of your product;
• Target group – we recommend choosing a sub-niche and developing a buyer persona to understand your audience better;
• Functions and design – think of the functions of your heating pad such as an automatic turn-off sensor, materials, colors, patterns, and overall design;
• Safety features – does the product possess safety certifications or have safety features that prevent electricity and fire hazards;
• Supplier availability – can you find reliable suppliers for the type of product you need;
• Private labeling – we recommend customizing or private labeling a product to gain a competitive edge and enjoy all the benefits of a brand;
• Seasonality – last but not least, note that heating pads are a partly seasonal product, so their demand might fall in the summer. However, they’re also used for therapeutic purposes such as muscle pain, neck and shoulder pain relief, blood flow improvement, etc. – making them practically evergreen;

Yes, it’s 100% worth it! Regarding price vs. quality, China is your best bet for hot water bottle suppliers. The same goes for the variety of models and suppliers to choose from – China is still the winner. 

Niche isn’t just a product sourcing agent. Aside from finding and buying bestselling products for brands, we also help clients develop completely new products or private label products with their branding. 

And, we don’t stop here. We can also aid in storing your hot water bottles, fulfilling orders, and shipping to your customers worldwide. Niche is an end-to-end business solution!