Pharmaceuticals & Supplements Labels
Label solutions with traceability, sterilization compatibility and high durability for pharmaceutical products and food supplements.
We offer PP/PE/PET film or paper solutions tailored to different surfaces like glass vials, HDPE/PET bottles, blister cartons and stick-sachets.
We use adhesive and topcoat combinations suitable for cold chain and deep freeze (-20 °C / -80 °C), high humidity and chemical wipes such as isopropyl alcohol. Adhesion and readability are maintained even after autoclave/ETO/γ.
We observe quiet zone, contrast and placement rules in designing GS1-compliant DataMatrix/QR, barcode and variable data (GTIN, serial, lot, expiry) fields.
Highlights
- GTIN–lot–expiry integration with GS1 DataMatrix/QR
- Cold chain and deep-freeze compatible adhesives
- Adhesion and readability after autoclave/ETO/γ
- Low-migration ink/varnish options
- Compatibility with glass vials, HDPE/PET bottles, blisters and stick-sachets
Material Options
Papers
- Matte coated (high readability, low glare)
- Gloss coated (vivid print, economical)
- Synthetic paper (tear-proof, moisture resistant)
Films
- White PP (high opacity and vividness)
- Clear PP (for glass-effect applications)
- PE (flexibility for curved/small-diameter bottles)
- PET (high dimensional stability and durability)
Special Applications
- Cryogenic/deep-freeze labels (-80 °C)
- Tamper-evident/fragile films
- VOID tamper-evident labels
- Peel-read / booklet multilingual content solutions
Adhesives
- Permanent acrylic (general use, high clarity)
- Special high-tack for cold chain/deep freeze
- High-adhesion formulation for glass vials
- Removable/repositionable (temporary labelling)
Finishes
- Matte / gloss lamination (chemical wipe resistance)
- Protective varnish (alcohol/disinfectant-resistant)
- Topcoat compatible with thermal transfer
- Varnished area suitable for handwriting
Durability & Compliance
Moisture/Water Resistance
Face + adhesive matches that prevent edge lift in condensation/high humidity.
Friction/Scratch
Protection against abrasion on production/packaging lines with varnish/lamination.
Chemical/Alcohol
Resistance to isopropyl alcohol and disinfectant wipes, oil/solvent splashes.
UV/Sunlight
Ink/coating combinations that slow fading under light and UV exposure.
UDI/GS1 Compliance
Proper placement and encoding of UDI (DI/PI), GTIN, serial, lot and expiry fields under GS1 standards.
Traceability
Batch–serial tracking with DataMatrix/QR and barcodes; verification/readability tests at end of production.
Readability
Minimum font size, contrast and spacing rules for critical texts to ensure lasting readability.
Artwork Delivery Guide
- PDF/X-1a, all fonts outlined; 3 mm bleed, ≥1.5–2 mm safe area
- Adequate quiet zone and high contrast for GS1 DataMatrix/QR
- Clearly separated areas for variable data (GTIN, serial, lot, expiry)
- Topcoat suitable for TTR (resin or wax/resin)
- Die-cut, varnish and special layers named as separate spot colors
Process
- Field conditions analysis (surface, temperature, sterilization, chemical wipe)
- Material–adhesive selection and sample/application tests
- Preflight and digital/hard proof approval
- Printing, finishing and 100% quality control
- Readability/verification report and shipment
Use Cases
- Syrup and dropper bottles
- Glass vials/ampoules and injectors
- Blister cartons and outer packaging
- Stick-sachet and powder/liquid sachet supplements
- Vitamin & supplement jars
FAQ
Which label construction is suitable for deep freeze?
A film face + high-tack cold-chain adhesive and a suitable topcoat are recommended; validate at -20 °C / -80 °C with field tests.
How do we prevent label lift after autoclave?
Choose film/adhesive compatible with the sterilization process and use a protective varnish for dimensional stability; prefer high-adhesion formulations on glass vials.
How do we guarantee DataMatrix readability?
Ensure correct module size, adequate quiet zone and high contrast; apply verification/readability tests at the end of production.
When are low-migration inks/varnishes necessary?
When there is a risk of contact with contents or when migration limits are critical, low-migration systems are recommended.