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Digital Printing on PE
Product Features
- Digital printing now available on PE
- Full colour
- Permanent or peelable adhesives
- Suitable for personal care, beverage, bathside products
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PE (Polyethylene) labels are extremely popular in the personal care, beverage, bathside and homecare labels. This is because the superior stretchiness of PE lends itself to the labelling of products that are squeezed, such as shampoos, washing up liquids, cleaning products and the like.
Up until recently digital printing onto PE has been problematic. However Labelservice can now offer matt and gloss digitally printable PE labels for use in these areas.
Please contact us for free samples or further advice.
PE Labels FAQs
What are Polyethylene labels?
Polyethylene labels, often referred to as PE labels, are durable, moisture-resistant labels made from thermoplastic material. They are commonly used in various industries for their flexibility, waterproof qualities, and environmental compatibility.
How can you customise PE labels?
These labels are highly versatile and can be customised with various finishes, including matt and gloss, to suit the aesthetic requirements of your product. At Labelservice, we offer both matt and gloss finishes, ensuring that your labels not only perform well but also look exceptional.
Are PE labels environmentally friendly?
Polyethylene labels are compliant with various safety and environmental regulations, including FDA 175.105 for food contact and EN 71-3 for toy safety. They are also RoHS and REACH certified, making them a responsible choice for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact.
What printing techniques are used for PE stickers and labels?
At Labelservice, we utilise the latest in digital, flexographic, and hot foil printing technologies to deliver PE labels that meet the highest industry standards. Our advanced colour control software ensures colour consistency across batches, and we offer a press proof service for you to review samples before a full production run. Die-cut Polyethylene labels are another option, offering precise shapes and dimensions for a more customised look.
Are PE labels waterproof?
Yes, PE labels are waterproof. They are highly resistant to moisture, making them ideal for products that are exposed to wet or humid conditions such as on shampoo bottles, cleaning products, beverages, and outdoor equipment.
What industry sectors tend to use PE labels?
PE labels are widely used across various industry sectors including personal care, food and beverage, cleaning and sanitation, pharmaceuticals, and outdoor and recreational equipment.
What is the difference between PE and PP labels?
PE (Polyethylene) labels are known for their flexibility and are ideal for squeezable or contoured surfaces. PP (Polypropylene) labels are more rigid and offer higher heat resistance. Both are moisture-resistant, but PE is generally more suitable for outdoor use due to its better UV stability.
What is the difference between polyethylene and polyolefin labels?
Polyethylene labels are made from a specific type of thermoplastic and are known for their flexibility and moisture resistance. Polyolefin labels are a broader category that includes polyethylene but also encompasses other polymers like polypropylene. Polyolefin labels offer a wider range of properties, including higher heat and chemical resistance, but may be less flexible than pure polyethylene labels.
Are PE labels recyclable?
Yes, PE labels are recyclable. They can be recycled along with the containers they are attached to, provided the containers are also made of polyethylene. This makes them an eco-friendly labelling option.
Can you get recycled PE labels?
Yes, definitely! Labelservice offers 100% recycled PE labels, composed of equal parts post-consumer and post-industrial recyclate. These labels come in matt or gloss finishes and feature either high-tack permanent or peelable adhesives. The backing liner is FSC Certified paper. Ideal for home and personal care products, these recycled labels are well-suited for squeezable bottles and flexible containers.
PE (Polyethylene) labels are extremely popular in the personal care, beverage, bathside and homecare labels. This is because the superior stretchiness of PE lends itself to the labelling of products that are squeezed, such as shampoos, washing up liquids, cleaning products and the like.
Up until recently digital printing onto PE has been problematic. However Labelservice can now offer matt and gloss digitally printable PE labels for use in these areas.
Please contact us for free samples or further advice.
PE Labels FAQs
What are Polyethylene labels?
Polyethylene labels, often referred to as PE labels, are durable, moisture-resistant labels made from thermoplastic material. They are commonly used in various industries for their flexibility, waterproof qualities, and environmental compatibility.
How can you customise PE labels?
These labels are highly versatile and can be customised with various finishes, including matt and gloss, to suit the aesthetic requirements of your product. At Labelservice, we offer both matt and gloss finishes, ensuring that your labels not only perform well but also look exceptional.
Are PE labels environmentally friendly?
Polyethylene labels are compliant with various safety and environmental regulations, including FDA 175.105 for food contact and EN 71-3 for toy safety. They are also RoHS and REACH certified, making them a responsible choice for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact.
What printing techniques are used for PE stickers and labels?
At Labelservice, we utilise the latest in digital, flexographic, and hot foil printing technologies to deliver PE labels that meet the highest industry standards. Our advanced colour control software ensures colour consistency across batches, and we offer a press proof service for you to review samples before a full production run. Die-cut Polyethylene labels are another option, offering precise shapes and dimensions for a more customised look.
Are PE labels waterproof?
Yes, PE labels are waterproof. They are highly resistant to moisture, making them ideal for products that are exposed to wet or humid conditions such as on shampoo bottles, cleaning products, beverages, and outdoor equipment.
What industry sectors tend to use PE labels?
PE labels are widely used across various industry sectors including personal care, food and beverage, cleaning and sanitation, pharmaceuticals, and outdoor and recreational equipment.
What is the difference between PE and PP labels?
PE (Polyethylene) labels are known for their flexibility and are ideal for squeezable or contoured surfaces. PP (Polypropylene) labels are more rigid and offer higher heat resistance. Both are moisture-resistant, but PE is generally more suitable for outdoor use due to its better UV stability.
What is the difference between polyethylene and polyolefin labels?
Polyethylene labels are made from a specific type of thermoplastic and are known for their flexibility and moisture resistance. Polyolefin labels are a broader category that includes polyethylene but also encompasses other polymers like polypropylene. Polyolefin labels offer a wider range of properties, including higher heat and chemical resistance, but may be less flexible than pure polyethylene labels.
Are PE labels recyclable?
Yes, PE labels are recyclable. They can be recycled along with the containers they are attached to, provided the containers are also made of polyethylene. This makes them an eco-friendly labelling option.
Can you get recycled PE labels?
Yes, definitely! Labelservice offers 100% recycled PE labels, composed of equal parts post-consumer and post-industrial recyclate. These labels come in matt or gloss finishes and feature either high-tack permanent or peelable adhesives. The backing liner is FSC Certified paper. Ideal for home and personal care products, these recycled labels are well-suited for squeezable bottles and flexible containers.
