Synthetic Labels

PVC Labels – Flexible, Conformable & Cost‑Effective for Curved Surfaces

Flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) labels offering excellent conformability to curved and irregular surfaces. Ideal for cable wrapping, cold storage, and soft packaging applications where flexibility is key. Available in white, yellow, blue, red, and custom colours.

Specifications

Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) – flexible film
Thickness: 50µm, 75µm, 100µm
Color: White, Yellow, Blue, Red, Orange, Green, Clear, Custom

PVC Labels – Flexible, Conformable & Cost‑Effective for Curved Surfaces

Specifications

Item	Details
Material	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) – flexible film
Thickness	50µm, 75µm, 100µm
Color	White, Yellow, Blue, Red, Orange, Green, Clear, Custom
Adhesive	Permanent acrylic (rubber‑based option available)
Temperature range	-30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)
Surface resistivity	>10¹² Ω/sq (insulative – not ESD‑safe)
Standard sizes	Custom – width from 5mm to 200mm, length as required
Core diameter	1 inch (25.4mm) or 3 inch
Print compatibility	Thermal transfer (resin or wax/resin ribbon recommended)
Certifications	RoHS, REACH (restricted); not for EU markets without exemption

Custom shapes, colours, and adhesive types available upon request.

Key Features

✅ Excellent flexibility – Conforms to tight curves, cable wraps, and irregular surfaces without lifting.

✅ Low‑temperature performance – Remains flexible down to -30°C – ideal for cold storage and refrigerated applications.

✅ Cost‑effective – One of the most affordable flexible synthetic label materials.

✅ Vibrant colours – Available in white, yellow, blue, red, orange, green, clear, and custom shades.

✅ Good print quality – Smooth surface accepts thermal transfer ribbons for sharp text and barcodes.

✅ Durable facestock – Resists tearing, moisture, and mild chemicals.

✅ Custom die‑cut shapes – Available in any shape or size.

⚠️ Environmental note: PVC contains chlorine and is restricted in some markets (EU, California). For eco‑friendly alternatives, consider PP synthetic paper labels which are 100% recyclable.

Applications

Use PVC Labels for:

Cable & wire wrapping – Colour‑coded identification on network cables, fibre optics, and harnesses.

Cold storage & refrigerated goods – Labels that stay flexible at -30°C without cracking.

Soft packaging & flexible pouches – Labels that bend with the package surface.

Retail price tags – Cost‑effective, flexible tags on clothing and soft goods.

Pipe marking – Colour‑coded identification on plumbing and industrial pipes.

Promotional & temporary labels – Short‑term outdoor signage and promotions.

For extreme low‑temperature (-196°C) or high‑temperature (260°C+) applications, see our liquid nitrogen label or high‑temperature PI label.

Printer & Ribbon Compatibility

Recommended ribbons:

Resin ribbon – Best for maximum scratch and chemical resistance.

Wax/Resin (semi‑synthetic) – Acceptable for indoor use; lower cost.

Wax – Not recommended – will smear easily on PVC surface.

Compatible printers:

Most industrial and desktop thermal transfer printers from Zebra, Honeywell, Sato, TSC, Citizen.

Printer settings suggestion:

Darkness: 20–25% for wax/resin, 25–28% for resin

Speed: 3–5 inches per second (ips)

💡 Tip: PVC is a soft material – avoid excessive printhead pressure to prevent indentations on the label surface.

PVC vs PP – Which Flexible Label Should You Choose?

Property	PVC Label	PP Synthetic Label
Flexibility	Excellent – very soft	Very flexible
Low‑temp performance	Good (-30°C)	Good (-20°C)
Recyclability	Limited – not widely recyclable	100% recyclable
EU / California compliance	Restricted (REACH, California Prop 65)	Fully compliant
Chemical resistance	Moderate	Moderate (better against oils)
Print quality	Good	Excellent
Cost	$	$
Best for	Cable wraps, cold storage, cost‑sensitive	Eco‑friendly packaging, food contact

Decision guide:

✅ Need EU/California compliance? → Choose PP synthetic label.

✅ Need cable wrap flexibility at lowest cost? → PVC is suitable.

✅ Need food contact or recyclability? → PP is required.

Ordering & Sample Information

MOQ: 50 roll for standard blank labels; custom die‑cut shapes – MOQ 100 rolls.

Free sample: 10 pieces available for testing. Request with your printer model and application details.

Custom printing: Logo, text, or barcodes – MOQ 1000 pcs.

Lead time:

Blank labels (stock sizes): 2–3 business days

Custom die‑cut or printed: 7–10 business days

Large volume (>1000 rolls): 15–20 days

⚠️ Important: If your products are sold in the EU or California, please verify compliance requirements before ordering PVC labels. We can recommend PP synthetic labels as a fully compliant alternative.