Choosing the correct label material for your products can be quite confusing. So we have put together this guide to help you understand the various types of materials available to help give you a better understanding:
Paper
Paper labels are commonly used for barcodes, promotions and to be applied direct to product. They offer good value for money and have a number of different finishes to add to their appeal to provide additional protection.
Vinyl
Vinyl labels are a popular and cost effective method labelling products. The vinyl can be cut to any shape or size and can easily be laminated to enhance the appearance.
Polyethylene
Polyethylene is a material that is both durable and pliable and is ideally suited for product packaging as it offers a greater tear and scratch resistance than a paper material and can easily adhere to curved surfaces. Polyethylene labels are commonly used in the pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, and global distribution industries.
Polypropylene
Polypropylene labels are tear proof, waterproof, durable and moisture resistant. Often used for products such as shower gels and other various body care products due to their durability and ability to continue to perform in harsh environments.
Polyester
Polyester labels are used in all manner of applications from asset labels to product identification. Polyester is a highly durable material and boats excellent resistance to chemicals, temperature and humidity.
Ultra-Destructive
Designed so that once they are applied they cannot be removed. Ultra-Destructive labels are used to discourage tampering or theft of products or items. Once applied these labels cannot be removed in one piece as they are designed to break-up when tampered with. They are often found on electronic equipment or tools and machinery.
Void/Tamper Evident
Void / tamper evident labels can be placed over seals and closures to guard against unauthorised access, used on electrical equipment or on everyday items such as food products. In addition to this they are also widely used in the retail industry to protect against theft and tampering of packaged items.