MATERIAL GUIDE

Label Materials for Food Packaging

A useful framework for reviewing label material options around container type, handling conditions, design and market requirements.

Discuss a Material Choice
Food packaging material and label examples
Suitable packaging

Where it can be relevant.

  • Jars, bottles, bags, boxes and selected freezer applications
  • Product ranges where labels carry both brand and information content
Advantages

Useful characteristics to consider.

  • Lets the label choice respond to the package and use condition
  • Can be considered alongside finishes and application method
Printing compatibility

Review material and artwork together.

Artwork, finish and material should be reviewed together so labels remain readable and appropriate for the planned application.

Any food-contact, barrier or end-of-life requirement should be confirmed for the final construction and intended market.