BOPP labels are an ideal choice for a wide range of products and industries due to their moisture resistance, resistance to oil, and durability against UV light and chemicals. Here are some of the key products and industries that should consider using BOPP labels:

• • Food Products: BOPP labels are perfect for food packaging, including bottles, jars, and containers that are exposed to moisture, refrigeration, and acidic substances.
  • Beverage Industry: From water bottles to beer cans, BOPP labels offer excellent moisture resistance so your labels remain intact even in refrigerated or damp environments.
  • Beauty Products: BOPP labels are widely used for cosmetics and personal care items like shampoos, lotions, and oils, as they resist oil and water.
  • Household Products: Cleaning agents, detergents, and other household products often contain harsh chemicals, and BOPP labels withstand exposure to these substances without degrading.
  • Health and Wellness: Items like vitamins, supplements, and other wellness products benefit from BOPP labels’ durability and resistance to environmental factors.

To ensure your BOPP labels adhere properly and last, it’s important to prepare the surface of your product correctly. Here are some key things to consider:

1. Clean and Dry Surface: The application surface must be clean and dry. Any dust, oils, or residue can reduce the adhesive strength of the label, especially when using a permanent adhesive designed for strong, lasting adhesion.
2. Smooth Surfaces: BOPP labels work best on smooth surfaces. While they can adhere to a variety of surfaces, such as plastic, glass, or metal, smoother surfaces provide better contact for the adhesive.
3. Curved Surfaces: If you’re applying the label to a curved surface, such as bottles or jars, make sure that the label is flexible enough to conform to the shape without creasing. BOPP labels are ideal for these situations due to their flexibility.
4. Optimal Temperature: The temperature of the application surface is critical. It’s recommended to apply the label in a temperature controlled environment so the adhesive sets correctly. Applying labels in extreme temperatures can affect how well they adhere.
5. Test Application: Before applying the labels in bulk, it’s a good idea to test them on a small sample to make sure that they adhere properly to the specific type of surface your product uses.

Yes, BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) is a film label that falls under the category of polypropylene film. It offers properties like improved strength, flexibility, and resistance to water, oils, and chemicals, making it more durable than standard plastic films. BOPP is widely used for product labels across industries because it combines durability with excellent print quality.

White, clear, and metallic BOPP are all tough, moisture- and oil-resistant film labels, the right choice comes down to your container, your artwork, and the look you’re going for.

• White BOPP: Your go-to for bold color, crisp text, and maximum contrast on almost any container. Choose this when you want the label to be the hero, especially on busy shelves or with small type and barcodes that need to scan reliably. We recommend white BOPP for a lot of food, beverage, supplements, and household products because it’s the safest “prints great every time” option.

• Clear BOPP: Best when you want a clean, modern “no-label look” and you’re using a clear or colored container (think beverages, specialty foods, skincare). Choose clear BOPP if your design has intentional negative space and you’re okay planning for ink opacity (white ink or flood coats) so your colors don’t get washed out by what’s behind the label. We’ll help you spec it so it still looks premium under real lighting, not just on screen.

• Metallic BOPP: Pick this when you want built-in shine and a premium, high-impact look without going full specialty embellishment. It’s great for cosmetics, beverage, and “giftable” food products where you want highlights to pop. Use it when your artwork is designed to take advantage of the metallic base (knockouts, gradients, selective coverage) so the effect looks intentional, not accidental.

If you tell us your container material (glass, HDPE, PET), whether it’s refrigerated or exposed to oils/chemicals, and the look you want, we can recommend the best BOPP stock and send samples so you can see it on your actual package.

We offer shipping through several vendors like UPS, Fedex, and USPS. Ground, Next-Day, 2-Day, 3-Day, and custom freight options. 

Our preferred file formats are Adobe Illustrator or High-Resolution PDF.  You can view our complete artwork file standards checklist here.

Before printing your custom BOPP labels, we will provide a digital proof via email for your approval. This allows you to review your label, confirming details like positioning, color accuracy, text legibility, and more, prior to full production. We are committed to ensuring your complete satisfaction through this streamlined proofing process. We also offer sample prints at an additional cost if you would like physical samples with your artwork to test prior to printing.

While Blue Label Packaging does not directly offer label design services, we do have resources to help with your custom label design needs. We maintain a directory of Blue Label Approved designers who specialize in label design and understand the unique requirements and technical details involved. We also showcase a gallery of label designs for inspiration.

Our printers are capable of matching up to 97% of the full color spectrum, allowing us to achieve precise color reproduction for your beer labels. We use advanced CMYK printing to produce an extensive gamut of colors. For designs requiring an expanded range, we also print using WOVG ink sets which add white, orange, violet and green.

Our top-of-the-line color management program and processes ensure we hit the correct hues, tints and shades. We color calibrate and profile all of our presses so your unique color palettes and gradations print true to your vision.