OPRL labels are symbols placed on packaging to indicate whether the packaging can be recycled. They also help customers and users understand how to properly dispose of packaging materials, they are integral in supporting recycling efforts and reducing waste.

Using OPRL labels demonstrates your brand and businesses commitment to sustainability and helps customers to make informed recycling choices. It also completely aligns your packaging with UK recycling guidelines and contributes to reducing the environmental impact of packaging waste.

OPRL labels show whether packaging is widely recycled, recycled in limited areas, or not recyclable at all. They also have specific instructions, such as whether a product should be recycled with its lid on or rinsed before recycling.

While OPRL labels are not legally mandatory, many companies do voluntarily adopt them to meet consumer demand for clear recycling information and as an easy way to align with industry best practices for environmental responsibility.

Nearly all OPRL labels use environmentally friendly materials such as recycled paper, compostable films, and low-impact adhesives. The materials have to make sure that the labels themselves are sustainable and do not interfere with the recyclability of the packaging.

Labelservice looks at the guidelines for OPRL scheme and makes sure that all labels adhere to UK recycling guidelines. We stay up to date with the latest requirements and look at the available recycling infrastructure so that the labels reflect accurate, current recycling information.

Labelservice offers customisable OPRL labels to fit various packaging formats and materials, including plastic, glass, paper, and metal. The team ensures that the labels are the right size and clearly communicate recycling information, regardless of the packaging type.

The most commonly used are food-safe, low-impact adhesives that are designed to not interfere with the recyclability of the packaging. For products that need more sustainable solutions, we offer biodegradable and water-soluble adhesive options.

OPRL labels improve your brand’s reputation by showing a commitment to environmental sustainability. Clear recycling instructions are helpful to customers and can attract more target audience for your product and position your brand as a leader in responsible packaging practices.

OPRL labels are governed by UK packaging waste regulations, which details accurate representation of a product’s recyclability. Labelserivce stays informed about these regulations to make compliance easy and to help your brand align with best current practices in sustainable packaging.