Customized Product Labeling Materials
At LabelPrintingChina, we have a variety of sticker materials and formats for you depending on your application. We understand that there are subtleties to stickers that impact your branding, and at times there can be uncertainty around what the best choice for your brand is. So, we’re going to break down the differences and benefits of each sticker to help you make an educated decision. If you have any further question about sticker material, please feel free to contact us.
Synthetic Paper
Synthetic papers can be used for any product that requires long-term durability. They are tear-resistant, chemical-resistant, and waterproof. They are used in the cosmetic, food and beverage, candle, seasoning, and pharmaceutical industries.
Copperplate Paper
Copperplate paper is the most common label material because of its beautiful appearance, smooth feel, bright colors, and affordability. It is used in the industries of alcohol, food, medicine, cultural products, and so on.
Vinyl
Vinyl stickers are made of durable plastic material (PVC), suitable for indoor and outdoor use, waterproof, oil-resistant, UV-resistant, fade-resistant, tear-resistant, scratch-resistant, and easy to wipe off. Used for decorating home furnishings, gadgets, personalization, branding, and more.
Polypropylene (BOPP)
BOPP (bi-oriented polypropylene) is the most commonly used labeling material. It is durable, tear-resistant, weather-resistant, and scratch-resistant. They are also chemical and oil-resistant. They are widely used in food and beverage, meat, and other industries.
BOPP Label Finishes
- White BOPP: the most common BOPP material and is suitable for most general-purpose applications.
- Clear BOPP: Another popular version of BOPP labels is made with a clear finish and is ideal for beverage and window stickers where clarity is important.
- Silver (Chrome) and Gold BOPP: Provide a shiny (metallic) look to your labels. They have greater durability and resistance. These labels have a reflective appearance and are very popular in consumer products such as candles and wine.
Kraft Paper
Kraft labels are made of strong, hard Kraft paper with a natural brown color. Used for food and beverage packaging, wine, cosmetics, candles, soaps, etc. to display a unique vintage look for products.
Laminates
Glossy Lamination
Gloss lamination is a transparent film material that makes labels moisture-proof, abrasion-resistant, more durable, and sunlight-resistant.
Matte Lamination
Matte lamination is a clear film material that makes labels moisture-resistant, abrasion-resistant, more durable, and sun-resistant.
Gloss Varnish Coating
Gloss Varnish Label Top Coat is an affordable liquid coating that protects against abrasion and staining, giving labels a smoother, glossier look.
Matte Varnish Coating
Matte Varnish Label Top Coat is an affordable liquid coating that resists abrasion and staining, giving labels a textured, aesthetically pleasing appearance.
