What are Polypropylene Labels and Stickers?
Polypropylene labels are made with a thermoplastic polymer that’s very durable and hard-wearing, making them ideal for products that are being stored in less-than-ideal conditions, or are going to be used in high-touch environments.
Totally customisable and with a range of finishes to choose from, polypropylene is the ideal material choice for great looking labels and stickers that perform well in almost any scenario.
Benefits of Polypropylene Labels and Stickers
Polypropylene labels are waterproof and weatherproof, including built-in UV resistance to perform well even in outdoor conditions.
Their waterproof properties also makes them impervious to most liquids, making them ideal for liquid product labelling where the contents may come into contact.
They are also tear and scratch resistant, making them very durable when rough contact or abrasion might be an issue, especially when laminated.
The material, inks and adhesive are also resistant to a wide range of temperatures. Polypropylene labels can be suitable for use in conditions up to 80°C, and up to 95°C for short periods of time. As for colder temperatures, the adhesive labels can handle as low as -30°C.
Plus, polypropylene provides a primed, ultra-smooth surface for label printing, allowing for very sharp detail and vibrant colour.
Types of Polypropylene Labels and Stickers
There are various types of polypropylene labels. The most popular is the traditional white which allows for normal, full-colour printing.
Alternatively there are specialist options like clear, with a transparent background, to allow your sticker or label to blend more seamlessly into the background surface it’s applied on.
There’s also metallic, where specialist inks allow for multi-colour metallic with a foil effect to give a striking look that helps to stand out. These options are also available with gloss and matt laminates to either make your label look shiny and reflective, or more silky and less reflective.
Polypropylene Label Printing Options
We pride ourselves on offering the most convenient printing options possible, which is why we offer either sheets, rolls or individually cut labels to suit your needs.
If you have a specific label applicator, such as a machine, you’ll also likely require rolls of labels set up in a specific way (such as orientation/leading edge). You can list these requirements during the order process and we’ll incorporate them to ensure roll compatibility.
All of our labels are printed using cutting-edge Indigo commercial press technology, ensuring the crispest, most vibrant finished design.
Polypropylene Label and Sticker Design
For an instant quote, simply enter your desired shape and size into the calculator above, and then choose from the options on the next page to build your specification.
You can upload your own artwork, which we’ll check before printing for your peace of mind, or you can choose our expert design service if you would like us to create a bespoke design for you. Simply enter your instructions during checkout and our in-house graphics team will get to work and send you a proof for approval.
Polypropylene Label and Sticker Sizes and Shapes
We make polypropylene stickers and labels in square, rectangle, circle and oval shapes. We also offer custom shapes, where we use laser cutters to contour the cut around your design in any way you wish.
You can also enter your own height and width measurements which we’ll match exactly for a perfect fit.
Label and Sticker Delivery and Cost
Next-day UK delivery, after dispatch, comes as standard with Pro orders and is completely free of charge. Turnaround is also just a few working days, with Express production available if you require your new labels urgently.