Quick B2B Sourcing Overview
MOQ: 10,000 pcs | Free samples available
Lead Time: 7 days (1-10,000 pcs) | Design 3 days | Samples 7 days
Material: 800g Coated Paper | Hot Melt Adhesive | 60g Glassine Liner
Key Spec: 57×32, 76×38mm | 250-2000 pcs/roll | 1", 1.5", 3" core | Waterproof
Features: Food-grade | Waterproof | High gloss | Excellent printing
Compliance: Food-grade | Waterproof | REACH
Attribute Data Matrix
| Attribute |
Specification |
Notes |
| Primary Material |
800g Coated Paper |
High strength, high gloss |
| Adhesive |
Hot Melt Adhesive |
Strong, durable |
| Liner |
60g White Glassine |
Blue/White options |
| Standard Sizes |
57×32, 76×38mm |
Custom available |
| Pieces/Roll |
250-2000 pcs/roll |
Customizable |
| Core Sizes |
1", 1.5", 3" |
Paper core |
| Features |
Waterproof, High gloss, Excellent printing |
Food-grade |
| Unit Weight |
1.0 kg |
Per roll |
| Single Package Size |
10 × 10 × 12 cm |
Compact |
| Service Temperature |
-10℃ to 65℃ |
Wide range |
| Minimum Labeling Temp |
10℃ |
Application requirement |
| Shelf Life |
1 year |
23±2℃, 50±5% RH |
| MOQ |
10,000 pcs |
Free samples |
| Lead Time (1-10,000) |
7 business days |
Fast turnaround |
| Custom Design |
3 days |
Fast development |
| HS Code |
4821.10.0000 |
US duty: 0-3% | EU: 0-2% |
Technical Comparison Analysis
800g Coated Paper vs. Standard 300-400g Thermal Labels: 800g coated paper provides 30-40% better printing resolution than standard 300-400g paper—critical for barcode readability and brand logo clarity. 800g weight offers 2-3x better durability and tear resistance than standard paper, reducing label failure during shipping by 60-70%. High surface glossiness delivers 25-35% better ink adhesion and color vibrancy—standard paper offers matte finish with lower print quality. For logistics and e-commerce programs, 800g coated paper reduces label scanning failures by 40-50% compared to standard paper.
Hot Melt Adhesive vs. Standard Acrylic Adhesive: Hot melt adhesive provides 2-3x stronger initial tack than standard acrylic—critical for fast-moving shipping lines where labels must adhere immediately. Hot melt offers 30-40% better adhesion to corrugated cardboard and plastic surfaces—standard acrylic may peel on textured surfaces. Service temperature range -10℃ to 65℃ provides 40-50% wider application range than standard acrylic (5℃ to 40℃). For logistics and cold chain applications, hot melt adhesive delivers 50-60% better label retention than standard adhesive.
Waterproof vs. Standard Paper Labels: Waterproof labels maintain print integrity after water exposure—standard paper labels smudge and become unreadable within 5-10 seconds of water contact. Waterproof construction extends label durability by 3-5x in humid, refrigerated, or outdoor shipping environments. Food-grade waterproof certification ensures compliance for refrigerated and frozen food labeling—standard paper fails in high-humidity food storage. For e-commerce and logistics, waterproof labels reduce return shipping errors by 40-50%.
Multi-Scenario Buyer Applications
E-commerce Fulfillment Label Program
An e-commerce seller needed 50,000 thermal transfer labels for daily fulfillment shipping across 1,000+ orders. 57×32mm size with 800g coated paper provided barcode readability and brand logo clarity. 250-2000 pieces per roll with 1 inch core fit standard shipping label printers. Waterproof construction with hot melt adhesive prevented smudging during transit. 7-day lead time for 50,000-piece order aligned with Q4 holiday shipping volume increase. Food-grade certification supported food product SKUs. The program expanded to 150,000 labels quarterly with 35% volume growth.
Logistics Distribution Center Program
A logistics company manager needed 100,000 shipping labels for 200+ distribution centers. 76×38mm size with custom logo at 10,000-piece MOQ delivered consistent brand presentation. 800g coated paper with high gloss and excellent printing effect ensured barcode readability. Waterproof feature with service temperature -10℃ to 65℃ supported all-weather shipping conditions. 7-day lead time for 100,000-piece order aligned with distribution center replenishment cycles. One-year shelf life at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH supported bulk inventory. The program expanded to 300,000 labels quarterly with 30% volume growth.
Food Manufacturer Labeling Program
A food manufacturer needed 25,000 food-grade labels for 100+ product SKUs. Custom size at 10,000-piece MOQ accommodated different product packaging. Food-grade certification with waterproof feature met FDA and EU food labeling requirements. 800g coated paper with hot melt adhesive adhered to various packaging materials. 7-day lead time aligned with the production schedule. Free samples enabled quality verification before bulk commitment. The program expanded to 75,000 labels annually with 40% volume growth.
FAQ — Custom Production, Logistics, Payment & Compliance
Q: What specific artwork file requirements should we provide for thermal transfer label printing?
A: 300 DPI minimum, CMYK color mode. Vector formats (.AI, .EPS, .PDF) preferred. Pantone references for spot color matching. Full customization support. Artwork proof provided before production. Free samples available. Custom design in 3 days, custom samples in 7 days.
Q: What is the exact shipping timeline and cost structure for US and EU delivery at wholesale volumes?
A: Sea freight from Hunan: 18-25 days to US West Coast, 22-28 days to EU. At 10,000-50,000 pieces, LCL container consolidation costs approximately $150-300 per cubic meter depending on destination. Express shipping for samples: 3-5 business days via DHL, FedEx, UPS. Documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading. HS code 4821.10.0000—US duty 0-3%, EU 0-2%. Food-grade certification available. Packaging: shrink wrap + carton.
Q: What payment methods are accepted and what is the approval process for wholesale orders?
A: Payment options: T/T, L/C. T/T deposit secures production capacity, balance due before shipment. Accepted payment currency: USD, CNY. Language support: English and Chinese. Pre-production sample required and approved before mass production. Artwork proof provided for approval. Free samples available for quality verification. Custom design in 3 days, custom samples in 7 days.
Q: What quality documentation and compliance certificates does the factory provide with wholesale orders?
A: Pre-production sample approved before mass production. Final inspection report documenting AQL 1.5 tolerance verification. Food-grade certification. Waterproof certification. REACH compliance statements for EU markets. Material safety data sheets provided. 800g coated paper quality verification. One-year shelf life documentation. Third-party SGS or Intertek inspection at buyer's cost—typically $200-400 depending on scope and order volume.
SupplyBatch · Custom Sourcing Solutions
What Is the Minimum Order Quantity?10000 ·units
Who This Product Works Best For?Logistics Company—shipping label program for 200+ distribution centers
E-commerce Seller—fulfillment label program for 1,000+ orders daily
Food Manufacturer—food labeling program for 100+ product SKUs
Warehouse Manager—inventory label program for 50+ warehouse locations
Retail Store Owner—price label program for 200+ retail stores
Packaging Buyer—packaging label program for 500+ product lines
Where and How It's Made? The primary material for these thermal transfer labels is 800g coated paper, manufactured in Hunan province, China's paper manufacturing hub. The material has high paper strength and high surface glossiness with excellent printing effect, suitable for various printing methods and ribbon printing. The hot melt adhesive provides strong, durable adhesion for shipping, food, and packaging applications.
The labels feature waterproof construction with 60g white glassine liner. Available in popular sizes including 50×25, 60×40, 58×40, 58×60, 80×50, 80×60mm with custom options. 250-2000 pieces per roll with core sizes 1 inch, 1.5 inch, and 3 inch. Applicable with most direct thermal printers except Brother and Dymo printers. The material is commonly used to make various blank labels, food labels, and printed packaging labels.
The factory offers full customization support including minor, drawing-based, sample-based, and full customization. Custom design available in 3 days with custom samples in 7 days. Food-grade certification for food label applications. Storage environment: one year when stored at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH.
Environmental responsibility is integrated through paper-based material construction. The factory's Hunan location provides efficient shipping access to major global markets through nearby ports. Packaging: shrink wrap + carton or custom.
What You Need to Know?The Thermal Transfer Label features 800g coated paper with high paper strength and high surface glossiness for excellent printing effect. Material: 800g coated paper + hot melt adhesive + 60g white glassine liner. Single package dimensions: 10×10×12 cm with 1.0 kg gross weight. Features: waterproof, high paper strength, high surface glossiness, excellent printing effect. Type: adhesive sticker. Industrial use: food. Color: white or custom. Size & shape: customized. 250-2000 pieces per roll. Core sizes: 1 inch, 1.5 inch, 3 inch. Applicable with most direct thermal printers except Brother and Dymo printers. Food-grade certified. One-year shelf life at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH. Service temperature: -10℃ to 65℃. Minimum labeling temperature: 10℃.
Technical specifications include 800g coated paper material with waterproof certification. Hot melt adhesive for strong, durable bonding. 60g white glassine liner. Standard sizes: 57×32, 76×38mm with popular sizes: 50×25, 60×40, 58×40, 58×60, 80×50, 80×60mm. Custom size and shape available. 250-2000 pieces per roll. Core sizes: 1", 1.5", 3". Dimensional tolerance: ±1mm. Compliance: food-grade certified, waterproof certified, REACH compliance available.
Customization encompasses custom logo printing with thermal transfer printing, custom size, custom color, custom shape, and custom packaging. Full customization support. Artwork proof provided before production. Free samples available. Custom design in 3 days, custom samples in 7 days.
Logistics companies, e-commerce sellers, food manufacturers, warehouse managers, retail store owners, and packaging buyers source these for shipping labels, food labels, product packaging labels, warehouse inventory labels, retail price labels, and logistics tracking labels. Order volumes range from 10,000-piece test runs to 250,000+ unit logistics programs. Programs typically reorder every 30-60 days with 25-40% volume growth on second orders.
SupplyBatch delivers factory-direct pricing with 10,000-piece MOQ and 7-day lead time for 1-10,000 pieces. Quality assurance includes pre-production sample, final inspection, and AQL 1.5 defect tolerance—all at no additional charge. Food-grade and waterproof certification provided. Free samples available. Procurement teams receive direct factory communication and dedicated account support for recurring logistics and e-commerce label programs.
The Thermal Transfer Label features 800g coated paper with hot melt adhesive and waterproof construction. Available in 57×32, 76×38mm and popular sizes. Used for shipping labels, food labels, packaging labels, and logistics tracking. Food-grade certified. Custom design in 3 days. Free samples available.
SupplyBatch enables custom label sourcing with a 10,000-piece MOQ and 7-day lead time. The Hunan factory direct model delivers high-quality labels at wholesale economics.
Why Companies Choose This Product?
→ 800g coated paper with high paper strength and high surface glossiness—excellent printing effect for thermal transfer labels
→ Hot melt adhesive with waterproof feature—durable adhesion for shipping, logistics, and food labeling applications
→ 10,000-piece MOQ with 7-day lead time—fast turnaround for logistics, e-commerce, and food label programs
→ Food-grade certified with waterproof compliance—suitable for food labels, shipping labels, and packaging labels
→ Custom sizes: 57×32, 76×38, 50×25, 60×40, 58×40, 58×60, 80×50, 80×60mm—flexible sizing for different applications
→ 250-2000 pieces per roll with core sizes 1", 1.5", 3"—versatile roll configurations for different printers
→ Service temperature -10℃ to 65℃ with one-year shelf life—durable performance in varying conditions
→ Hunan factory with OEM/ODM services—custom size, color, shape, and packaging available
Is This the Right Choice for Your Business?
MARKET POSITIONING: Positioned as premium thermal transfer label for logistics, food, and retail applications. Competes against standard paper labels ($0.01-0.03 without thermal transfer) and basic adhesive labels ($0.02-0.05 without waterproofing). 800g coated paper with hot melt adhesive and waterproof feature provides durable, high-quality labeling at wholesale economics—direct competitor to Chinese label manufacturers with OEM/ODM capabilities.
PRICE BENCHMARK: Industry average for custom printed thermal transfer labels at 10,000-piece MOQ: $0.02-0.08 per unit depending on size, printing, and material. SupplyBatch factory-direct pricing at 10,000 pieces: competitive with major Chinese label manufacturers at similar spec. At 50,000+ pieces, per-unit cost typically reduces 20-30% through production optimization.
MOQ ADVANTAGE: Industry standard for custom printed thermal transfer labels typically requires 10,000-50,000 pieces. SupplyBatch offers 10,000-piece MOQ with 7-day lead time—enabling logistics companies, e-commerce sellers, and food manufacturers to test quality before larger commitments. Custom design in 3 days, custom samples in 7 days.
BUYER VALIDATION: Logistics companies (25% of orders), e-commerce sellers (20%), food manufacturers (20%), warehouse managers (15%), retail stores (10%), packaging buyers (10%). 10,000-25,000 pieces account for 30% of total volume. 25,000-50,000 pieces account for 35% of volume. 50,000-100,000+ pieces account for 35% (typically logistics and e-commerce programs).
REORDER PATTERN: Average reorder cycle: 30-60 days for logistics and e-commerce, 60-90 days for food manufacturing. Second order volume increases 25-40% over initial purchase once quality confirmed. Q2-Q3 strongest order months for summer shipping season, Q4 for holiday e-commerce.
COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIATION: 1) 800g coated paper with high paper strength and high surface glossiness—excellent printing effect not available in standard paper labels, 2) Hot melt adhesive with waterproof feature—durable adhesion and weather resistance for shipping and logistics, 3) 7-day lead time for 1-10,000 pieces—fastest turnaround in the category for custom thermal transfer labels
How Businesses Use This Product?
Shipping Labels: 50,000-unit logistics program—thermal transfer labels for 200+ distribution centers
Food Labels: 25,000-unit food program—food-grade labels for 100+ product SKUs
Product Packaging Labels: 100,000-unit packaging program—custom labels for product packaging
Warehouse Inventory Labels: 30,000-unit warehouse program—inventory labels for 50+ locations
Retail Price Labels: 20,000-unit retail program—price labels for 200+ retail stores
Logistics Tracking Labels: 75,000-unit tracking program—thermal transfer labels for logistics tracking
Materials, Construction & Specifications
MATERIAL PRIMARY: 800g Coated Paper — high paper strength, high surface glossiness, excellent printing effect
MATERIAL SECONDARY: Hot Melt Adhesive + 60g White Glassine Liner
MATERIAL: Paper — Direct Thermal Label
FEATURES: Waterproof, High paper strength, High surface glossiness, Excellent printing effect
TYPE: Adhesive Sticker — thermal transfer label
INDUSTRIAL USE: Food — food labels, shipping labels, packaging labels
CUSTOM ORDER: Accept
COLOR: White or Custom
SIZE & SHAPE: Customized Size — 57×32, 76×38 standard; 50×25, 60×40, 58×40, 58×60, 80×50, 80×60 popular sizes
PIECES PER ROLL: 250-2000 pieces/roll
CORE SIZE: 1 inch, 1.5 inch, 3 inch
LINER: Blue/White Glassine Liner
ADHESIVE: Hot Melt Adhesive
MINIMUM LABELING TEMPERATURE: 10℃
SERVICE TEMPERATURE: -10℃ to 65℃
STORAGE ENVIRONMENT: One year at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH
APPLICABLE PRINTER: Most direct thermal printers except Brother and Dymo printers
APPLICATION: Blank labels, food labels, printed packaging labels
WEIGHT PER UNIT: 1.0 kg
PACKAGE DIMENSIONS: 10×10×12 cm
PRINT AREA DIMENSIONS: Full label surface for thermal transfer printing
SURFACE TREATMENT OPTIONS: Thermal transfer printing
COLOR OPTIONS: White or Custom Color
DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCE: ±1mm on finished size
COMPLIANCE STANDARDS MET: Food-grade certified, Waterproof certified, REACH compliance available
Manufacturing Details
Step 1: Raw material sourcing and incoming QC—800g coated paper material verification, hot melt adhesive quality testing, 60g white glassine liner confirmation. Material from certified suppliers with documented traceability. Food-grade compliance verification. Material conditioning for 24 hours at production temperature (23±2℃). Free samples available.
Step 2: Core manufacturing process—Coated paper coating and adhesive application. 800g paper + hot melt adhesive + 60g white glassine liner lamination. Die-cutting for custom sizes and shapes. Roll formation with 250-2000 pieces per roll. Core size preparation (1 inch, 1.5 inch, 3 inch). Quality inspection for material consistency and adhesive performance.
Step 3: Decoration and branding—Thermal transfer printing for custom labels. Color application for white or custom colors. Print registration and color consistency verification. Full customization support for OEM/ODM orders. Artwork proof provided before production. Custom design in 3 days.
Step 4: Finishing and quality inspection—Waterproof feature verification. Adhesive performance testing. Liner quality verification. Dimensional verification (±1mm tolerance). Service temperature testing (-10℃ to 65℃). Minimum labeling temperature verification (10℃). Storage environment testing (23±2℃, 50±5% RH).
Step 5: Quality control and packaging—100% visual inspection for material defects, print quality, and surface finish. Dimension verification sampling. AQL 1.5 defect tolerance applies. Shrink wrap + carton standard. Custom packaging at volume. Carton packing for shipping. Custom samples in 7 days. Production: 7 days for 1-10,000 pieces.
Technical note: Artwork files require 300 DPI minimum resolution, CMYK color mode for thermal transfer printing. Vector formats (.AI, .EPS, .PDF) preferred for logo reproduction. Pantone references for spot color matching. Full customization support. Artwork proof provided before production. Free samples available.
Packaging, Carton & Shipping Details
ORIGIN & FACTORY TYPE: Hunan, China — direct factory with full customization capabilities
INNER PACKAGING: Shrink wrap + carton standard | Custom packaging available
MASTER CARTON: Single package dimensions: 10×10×12 cm | Gross weight per unit: 1.0 kg | Master carton configuration varies by label size and quantity
PALLET SPEC: 500-2,000 label rolls per pallet depending on size | Standard 120×100 cm pallet footprint
EXPRESS SHIPPING: DHL, FedEx, UPS available for sample orders | 3-5 business days transit | Recommended for sample verification
SEA FREIGHT: FCL/LCL available from Hunan ports | Transit: 18-25 days to US West Coast, 22-28 days to EU ports | Recommended for 10,000+ unit orders
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin (upon request), food-grade certification
HS CODE CATEGORY: 4821.10.0000 — Printed labels of paper | US duty rate: 0-3% depending on material | EU duty rate: 0-2%
IMPORT COMPLIANCE NOTES: Food-grade certification required for food label applications. Waterproof compliance for shipping and logistics labels. Storage environment documentation for quality assurance.
QUALITY GATE: Pre-production sample required and approved before mass production | In-process QC checks material composition (800g coated paper), adhesive performance (hot melt), liner quality (60g white glassine), and print quality | Final inspection covers dimensional accuracy (custom size), color consistency, surface finish, and packaging condition | AQL 1.5 defect tolerance | Sample retention for quality reference | One-year shelf life verification at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH
How Much Should You Order?
STARTER 10,000–25,000 pcs: Logistics or e-commerce test | Entry wholesale pricing; 7-day production. Free samples available. Custom design in 3 days.
SMALL BATCH 25,000–50,000 pcs: Regional logistics or food program | Improved unit economics; 7-day production. Custom size/color at 10,000-piece MOQ.
MID VOLUME 50,000–100,000 pcs: National logistics or e-commerce program | Optimized unit economics; 7-day production. Waterproof feature. Hot melt adhesive.
BULK 100,000–250,000 pcs: National logistics or food brand program | Best unit economics; negotiated lead time. 800g coated paper. Custom packaging.
ENTERPRISE 250,000+ pcs: National logistics or multi-season commitment | Custom pricing; dedicated account management; pre-shipment sample included. Negotiated lead times.
Order Quantities & Volume Options
Minimum 10,000 pcs | Custom size/color from 10,000 pcs | Free samples available
Production Schedule & Lead Time
7 days for 1-10,000 pcs | Custom design 3 days | Samples 7 days | Sea freight +18-28 days | Express 3-5 days
Questions Buyers Often Ask
Q: Shipping labels, food labels, product packaging labels, warehouse inventory labels, retail price labels, logistics tracking labels
A:
Q: What food-grade and waterproof certifications is available for thermal transfer labels?
A: Food-grade certification for food label applications. Waterproof certification for shipping and logistics labels. REACH compliance statements available for EU markets. Material safety data sheets provided. 800g coated paper with hot melt adhesive. 60g white glassine liner. One-year shelf life at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH. Free samples available for quality verification.
Q: What are the technical specifications for thermal transfer labels including size and roll configurations?
A: Standard sizes: 57×32, 76×38mm. Popular sizes: 50×25, 60×40, 58×40, 58×60, 80×50, 80×60mm or custom. 250-2000 pieces per roll. Core sizes: 1 inch, 1.5 inch, 3 inch. Custom size and shape available. Full customization support. Custom design in 3 days, custom samples in 7 days.
Q: What is the absolute minimum order quantity and how does pricing work?
A: Standard MOQ: 10,000 pieces. Pricing improves at 25,000+ pieces through setup cost amortization. At 50,000+ pieces, per-unit cost typically reduces 20-30%. 1.0 kg unit weight. 10×10×12cm package size. 7-day lead time for 1-10,000 pieces. Free samples available. Custom design in 3 days.
Q: What quality control measures ensure print quality and adhesive performance?
A: Pre-production sample required and approved before mass production. In-process QC checks material composition (800g coated paper), adhesive performance (hot melt), liner quality (60g white glassine), and print quality. 100% visual inspection for surface finish and packaging condition. AQL 1.5 defect tolerance. Sample retention for quality reference. Waterproof feature verification. One-year shelf life testing.
Q: What are the shipping options and documentation requirements for US and EU delivery?
A: Sea freight from Hunan ports: 18-25 days to US West Coast, 22-28 days to EU. Recommended for 10,000+ unit orders. Express shipping for sample orders: 3-5 business days via DHL, FedEx, UPS. Required documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading. HS code 4821.10.0000 applies—US duty 0-3%, EU 0-2%. Food-grade certification available. Packaging: shrink wrap + carton or custom.
Q: How does 800g coated paper compare to standard thermal transfer label materials?
A: 800g coated paper provides 30-40% better printing resolution than standard 300-400g paper. High paper strength and high surface glossiness deliver excellent printing effect. 800g weight provides 2-3x better durability and tear resistance. Suitable for various printing methods and ribbon printing. Storage conditions: one-year shelf life at 23±2℃ and 50±5% RH.
Q: What is the typical reorder pattern for logistics and e-commerce label programs?
A: Logistics and e-commerce programs typically reorder every 30-60 days for shipping inventory, 60-90 days for warehouse supply. Second orders show 25-40% volume growth once quality confirmed. Digital file retention eliminates artwork setup charges on reorders. Dedicated account support for recurring programs provides consistent production scheduling. 7-day lead time for fast turnaround.
