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How Do Compliant and Non-Compliant Labels Differ?

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Differences Between Compliant and Non-Compliant Label Providers

Regulatory compliance usually involves the information printed on a product label, not the quality or construction of the label itself. However, if the label is of poor quality and fails or falls off, then it becomes a matter of compliance and could result in a costly fine. Non-compliant label suppliers use the cheapest products to arrive at the lowest price, but that low price could come at the cost of penalties and fines from federal regulators. Today, Label Solutions outlines the major differences between compliant and non-compliant label suppliers.

Label Solutions’ Compliant Labels 

Here is what a regulatory compliant label from Label Solutions entails: 

Durable Substrates 

The substrate is the base material that the ink is printed on. Our durable substrates can withstand long-term usage, abrasion, temperature variation, and both indoor and outdoor applications.

The Right Adhesives 

The underside of the substrate is the adhesive, which sticks to the product surface. The right adhesives can be applied quickly during production, and they hold up to 5 years for long-term applications. You can utilize our adhesives even in manufacturing facilities with high amounts of debris, dust, heat, and cold.

UV Protected Inks

A regulatory compliant label also uses UV protected inks. UV protection reduces the effects of sunlight exposure during storage and transportation, and it protects important compliance messaging and branding. These inks have a slower fade rate for font and graphics, and they support a 5-year timeline for durability. 

Label Solutions Point of Information: For imprint labels, we never use water-based inks.

 

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More About Label Solutions

  • • We produce labels to support CGA Industry standards and strict specifications.
  • • All materials and inks on every label maintain a 5-year warranty. Cylinder circulation may sometimes average 3-5 years before refilling. 
  • • We notify customers of any CGA/DOT/OSHA/FDA changes before they place an order (see more below).
  • • We conduct extensive multi-year testing to ensure the durability of our cylinder labels. We make sure the right type of material, inks, and adhesives are used to maintain strength.

Compliance labels need to be updated every so often, and we’ll alert you if your order includes a label that is out of compliance. We’ll let you decide how you’d like to proceed with the order and we will work with you to consider your inventory.  

Non-Compliant Label Providers

On the flip side, here is what a non-compliant label means:  

  • • Low Quality: Cheaper materials and adhesives will cause the labels to fail in the field (usually the cheaper labels fail around a 12-18-month period)
  • • Unable to withstand all weather conditions and long-term storage
  • • Commonly sells as the “Lowest Purchase Price”
  • • Results in expensive fines and penalties for not following DOT or OSHA compliance

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Order Your Custom Labels Today

Label Solutions, Inc. is a full-service custom labeling company with a variety of printing options. We are committed to excellence and staying in compliance across all the industries we serve. Contact our team online or call (800) 299-9200 to place your order today. 

 

What to Consider When Getting Custom Durable Labels

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Things to Consider When Choosing Custom Labels

Custom labels can be as unique and distinctive as necessary. Whether you’re a small craft brewery or a large manufacturer of industrial supplies, you can choose the perfect custom labels for all of your products and applications. Before you complete an order with us, there are some things to consider, and our team is here to help. Read today’s Label Solutions blog to learn more about choosing the right custom labels for your business.

What Item Are You Labeling?

When we help customers choose custom labels, we first examine the product and application surface they are labeling. There are many elements to consider when labeling an item:

Shape

It’s more difficult to label angles and curves than flat surfaces, but we’ll make sure the label stays put and looks great with an optimized adhesive and a flexible film.

Composition

Next, take the application material into account. Whether you’re working with glass bottles, paper products, plastic, cardboard, fabric, or metal, the physical structure will react differently to label materials.

Texture

You should also consider the texture of the surface where the label will stick. Since rough surfaces are more challenging to label than smooth ones, we will use an aggressive and resilient adhesive.  

Cleanliness

Labels work best on clean surfaces, but sometimes you can’t prevent dust, dirt, oil, or frost from gathering on the exterior. If this is true for your item, we’ll opt for solvent-resistant label materials.

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The temperature of the Item

If you have products that are very hot or cold, you will need a specific adhesive that can endure extreme temperatures. Some adhesives are “all temp” or “cold temp” and will ensure the label has properly adhered to the surface.

What Is the Application and Service Environment?

Next, it’s important to consider the label’s environment. Will the tags live in a warehouse, an open stockyard, or another storage area? Think about everything that could affect the performance of your label after you’ve applied it.

Over time, certain things affect the quality and durability of the label, and some environments are more exposed to these elements than others:

  • • Sunlight
  • • Dirt
  • • Moisture
  • • Friction
  • • Extreme temperatures

Label Solutions has the labels that will handle all kinds of temperatures, from extreme heat to negative 30 degrees.

How Long Will the Labels Need to Last?

Some custom labels tend to last longer than others. For example, paper materials typically decay faster than BOPP, polyester, and vinyl films. Whether you’re looking for short-term or long-term labels, we have the solution to meet your needs.  

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Custom Labels at Label Solutions, Inc.

At Label Solutions, Inc., we create clean, functional, and unique custom labels that promote your brand. Our team is ready to make your new label ideas become a reality. Contact us today to experience our full-service custom labeling.