Tags provide a durable, customizable solution for product identification, branding, and compliance. Available in various shapes, sizes, and materials, they are ideal for a wide range of industries, offering clear, professional labeling for every application.
The Right Material for Every Label
At Columbine Label, we offer a wide variety of label materials tailored to meet the unique needs of your products. Whether you’re looking for a sleek, modern finish or a more traditional look, our extensive selection ensures that your labels perform well and look great on any shelf.
Our most commonly used material is BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene), which comes in several finishes including white, silver/chrome, clear, and holographic. BOPP is known for its durability, flexibility, and resistance to moisture and chemicals, making it ideal for a variety of applications. Whether you’re labeling food, beverages, or personal care products, BOPP provides a reliable, high-quality solution.
The liner used in labels plays a crucial role in ensuring easy application. While we offer both PET and paper liners, the industry is trending toward PET due to its strength and ability to handle high-speed applications efficiently. PET liners offer superior performance, durability, and ease of use in fast-paced production environments.
Our coatings, such as lamination and varnish, provide added protection and finish. These coatings are available in glossy, matte, and imprintable options, giving you the flexibility to choose the perfect aesthetic and functionality for your labels. Lamination offers additional durability, while varnish enhances the label’s look and feel.
While BOPP and common coatings are our go-to materials, we are always open to special projects that require specific materials. If your product calls for a unique material, our team will research and source the ideal solution to meet your requirements. Whether you need a standard label or a specialized option, we’re here to help you find the best material for your product.
Label Material Types
Choosing the right label material is essential for both functionality and branding. At Columbine Label, we offer a wide range of materials to suit various applications. Whether you need rugged durability or a high-end aesthetic, we have the right label materials to bring your brand to life.
Oil & Water Resistant Label Materials
For products exposed to moisture, oils, or harsh environments, oil and water-resistant label materials provide durability and long-lasting performance. Two of the most effective materials for these conditions are BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) and vinyl.
BOPP labels are a top choice for industries like food, beverage, cosmetics, and personal care. Available in white, clear, silver/chrome, and holographic finishes, BOPP is naturally resistant to water, oil, and chemicals, ensuring labels stay intact and legible. This makes it perfect for products stored in refrigerators, bathrooms, or kitchens.
Vinyl labels offer even greater durability, with excellent resistance to water, oils, and harsh outdoor conditions. They are flexible, making them ideal for curved surfaces and long-term use.
Both materials work well with protective lamination or varnish coatings, adding an extra layer of defense against smudging, fading, or peeling. If you need labels built to withstand challenging conditions, BOPP and vinyl are the perfect solutions.
Paper Label Materials
For brands looking to achieve a classic, premium, or artisanal look, paper and wine stock label materials offer an elegant and customizable solution. These materials provide a natural texture and high-quality printability, making them ideal for wine, spirits, gourmet foods, and specialty products.
Paper labels come in a variety of finishes, including uncoated, semi-gloss, and high-gloss, offering versatility for different branding needs. While not as moisture-resistant as film materials, paper labels can be paired with protective varnishes or laminates to improve durability.
Wine stock labels are designed specifically for high-end bottles and premium packaging. Made from textured or specialty papers, they add a luxurious feel and enhance brand perception. Many wine stocks are moisture-resistant, preventing labels from peeling or wrinkling in chilled environments.
Both paper and wine stock labels support rich color printing, embossing, and foil stamping, allowing brands to create standout, high-quality packaging with a timeless appeal.
Shrink Sleeve & Flexible Packaging Label Materials
Shrink sleeve and flexible packaging labels offer dynamic, full-coverage branding solutions for products with unique shapes and flexible packaging formats. These materials are designed to provide high-quality graphics while maintaining durability and functionality.
Shrink sleeve labels are made from heat-sensitive materials like PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) or PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), which conform to the shape of a container when heat is applied. This allows for 360-degree branding, making them a popular choice for beverages, health and beauty products, and household goods. Shrink sleeves provide excellent moisture and abrasion resistance, ensuring long-lasting product appeal.
Flexible packaging labels, such as stick packs and sauce packets, use materials like PET, BOPP, and polyethylene films. These materials offer strength, flexibility, and barrier protection against moisture, air, and contaminants. They are ideal for single-use products and food packaging, delivering both convenience and high-quality branding.
Both options enhance shelf appeal while ensuring durability and product protection.
Laminates & Varnishes
To enhance durability and visual appeal, laminates and varnishes provide essential protection for product labels. These finishing options safeguard labels from moisture, abrasion, and fading while adding a polished look that complements your brand.
Lamination is a thin film applied over the label, available in glossy, or matte finishes. Gloss lamination enhances colors and provides a high-shine effect, while matte lamination offers a smooth, muted appearance for a premium feel.
Varnish is a liquid coating that protects without adding thickness. It comes in gloss, matte, or imprintable finishes, with the latter allowing for batch coding or overprinting. Spot varnishes can highlight specific design elements for added contrast.
Both laminates and varnishes help labels withstand handling, moisture, and environmental exposure, ensuring your product maintains a professional and high-quality appearance from shelf to consumer use.
Use Columbine Label Company for _______
Labels
Our custom product labels combine durability and design to enhance your brand. Whether you need pressure-sensitive labels, specialty finishes, or custom shapes, we provide high-quality solutions that stick reliably and showcase your product with a professional, eye-catching look.
Shrink Sleeves
Shrink sleeves are versatile, full-coverage labels that conform to the shape of products when heated. Ideal for packaging, they offer 360-degree branding, tamper-evidence, and product protection, providing a durable and eye-catching solution for a variety of industries.
Flexible Packaging
Our flexible packaging solutions include non-resealable options like stick packs and sauce packets, ideal for single-use servings. These options offer convenience, durability, and customizable designs to enhance branding and functionality in various industries.
Ready to Print Your Custom Labels?
Frequently Asked Questions
Because of our standard operating procedures, our minimum order quantity is 250 custom labels.
We use various materials for our custom label printing, each serving a unique purpose. Our most commonly used materials include biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP), tight mandrel, vinyl, digital wine stock, tag stock, and many more. One of our label experts can help you select the best material for your product.
We can perform digital and flexographic printing for any custom labels.
We offer laminate and varnish finish options.
Yes, we offer all of these custom label printing options. We look forward to working with you to determine which options make the most sense for your products.
Unfortunately, we do not apply labels directly to your products. However, we will work with you to ensure our labels will work with your application equipment.
Yes, we can handle orders with variable information.
Once we have your artwork on file, please contact us via email or phone call to place an order for more custom labels.
Yes, we have an assortment of responsibly sourced materials and label papers made from recycled materials. Please ask about these materials during the quote process.
Gallery
Print Types
