There is an enormous amount of different synthetic label material available. There are three main variants Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP) and Polyester (PET).
POLYETHYLENE (PE)
Polyethylene is available in White, Transparent or Silver. Polyethylene is very diverse and its characteristics can meet the demanding requirements of household or personal care products that need to be squeezable and robust enough for use in different environments. PE is used for labelling products such as shower gels, cosmetics and cleaning solutions. It is also well suited to these applications due to it’s:
- Resistance to Moisture
- Flexibility
- Durability
POLYPROPYLENE (PP)
Polypropylene is stronger and more rigid than Polyethylene and has a wider range of performance choices on packaging. Polypropylene material is used widely in the beverage labelling industry and in high end cosmetic labelling where the material can provide a “no-label” look that can vastly increase the shelf impact of the product due to the materials incredible clarity. Other advantages of Polypropylene include:
- Good Dimensional Stability
- High Temperature Resistance
- High Clarity
- Good Conformability
- Good Resistance to Abrasions
POLYESTER (PET)
Polyester material has exceptional clarity, scratch and chemical resistance. Polyester is ideal for labelling niche products such as security products or automotive parts and can also provide the “no-label” look. Providing longevity in harsh environments Polyester material can perform under the most extreme circumstances. Some advantages of PET material are:
- High Resistance to Abrasions and Chemicals
- Suits a wide range of products
- High Dimensional Stability
- Resistance to High Temperatures
For help in choosing the right material for your product contact Etiquette on 0845 222 0354 or you can email the Sales Team at: sales@etiquette.co.uk