What is a film label?

Film labels are made from films (like plastic), making them a more durable and flexible material than paper.

What are film labels made of?

Film labels are made of a polyethylene or polypropylene material, but if that’s too much of a mouthful, just think of them as a type of plastic.

What is clear film PET labels?

White Film PET (waterproof)White film withstands harsh conditions and is great for food & beverage or health & beauty packaging. Starting at $14.00. Clear Film PET (waterproof)Clear film virtually disappears when applied and provides a printed-on look to bottles, jars and more.

What does white film PET mean?

White pet film grade has high whiteness and low transparency. Due to its mechanical and dimensional stability, white pet film is suitale for varied printing applications especially in label and graphics industry.

How are labels made?

The thermal transfer process creates labels by running a wax or resin-based ribbon through a printer and using heat to melt this “ink” ribbon onto a medium such as paper or vinyl tape in a specific pattern in order to produce an image.

Are labels plastic or paper?

Labels are usually made from Polypropylene (PP) or Polyethylene (PE). Luckily, most packaging material is made from PP and PE. Both can be recycled together.

What is label material?

Label materials are blank film, paper or other backing used for the display of printing, lithographing, embossing, hot stamping, stickers, seals, or other written, printed or graphic matter.

Is clear film waterproof?

Features. Waterproof viral barrier aids the prevention of secondary infection and bacterial contamination. Effective MVTR management maintains moist wound healing environment.

Are Avery clear labels waterproof?

Our clear labels are made of durable film that features a permanent adhesive engineered to stick and stay put. The durable material is waterproof, resistant to abrasions, sun and oils. It’s also safe for the freezer and microwave oven.

What is the difference between PET and PETE plastic?

PET (also abbreviated PETE) is short for polyethylene terephthalate, the chemical name for polyester. PET is a clear, strong, and lightweight plastic that is widely used for packaging foods and beverages, especially convenience-sized soft drinks, juices and water.

What is polypropylene label?

What are polypropylene labels? Polypropylene refers to the material from which these labels are made. They are more durable than most labels and are tear-proof and waterproof. It is also resistant to fading and discoloration that is often characteristic of standard paper labels.