Heat Transfer Labels for Plastic Containers
Heat Transfer Labels are very thin filmic labels that decorate your jar/container via the transfer of ink upon application of heat and pressure. These Labels are usually seen in the stationery, paint, oil, or chemical industries.
During the process of Heat Transfer Labels, the ink is transferred on the wall of the container with the use of heat and pressure is the non-printed area is released.
Recommended for hard containers only, Heat Transfer Labels are beneficial for:
- Highly cost-effective, most suitable for pens, marker pens, paint buckets, etc.
- Highly cost-effective application machinery, quick and easy application process.
- Raw materials coming in from Korean pioneers enabling us to stand near their quality benchmarks.
Q1: What are heat transfer labels, and how do they work?
A: Heat transfer labels (HTL) are pre-printed on a carrier film and transferred directly onto containers using heat and pressure. The result is a seamless, label-free appearance that looks like the design is part of the container itself
Q2: What is the 'no label look' in packaging?
A: The ‘no label look’ refers to a packaging aesthetic where the label appears to be an integral part of the container, with no edges or borders visible. Heat transfer labels are the primary technology used to achieve this premium finish.
Q3: Which containers are compatible with heat transfer labels?
A: Heat transfer labels work best on rigid plastic containers such as bottles, jars, tubs, and tubes made from HDPE, PP, or PET commonly used in personal care, household, and FMCG segments.
Q4: Are heat transfer labels more durable than paper or PS labels?
A: Yes. Heat transfer labels offer superior abrasion, moisture, and chemical resistance compared to paper or pressure-sensitive labels, making them ideal for products that are handled, exposed to humidity, or subject to chemicals.
Q5: Can heat transfer labels be used for personal care and cosmetic products?
A: Absolutely. Orianaa’s heat-transfer labels are widely used in personal care, beauty, and cosmetic packaging, delivering a premium, clean look that resonates with high-end brand identities.
Q6: What printing effects are possible with heat transfer labels?
A: Orianaa offers metallic foils, matte/gloss combinations, spot UV, embossing effects, and photographic-quality printing on heat transfer labels using rotogravure printing technology.
Q7: Is heat transfer labeling suitable for high-speed production lines?
A: Yes. Heat transfer labeling is fully compatible with modern automated production lines. Orianaa also supplies shrink sleeve applicator machines to complement the labeling process
