Custom Warning Labels
Custom Warning Labels
We print custom warning labels for products and their packaging, from food containers and consumer goods to household cleaners and chemical products. We start by asking where yours will live (under a kitchen sink, on a garage shelf, in a toy box) and match the material and finish to those conditions. That keeps the warning readable through spills, scuffs, and handling. Our digital presses make it simple to run multiple SKUs and add variable data, meaning details that change from one label to the next.
We’re a family-owned, independent printer with a team that’s easy to reach. Reorders stay consistent from run to run. There’s no minimum order, and quotes come back within 24 hours. Most standard labels print within 5 business days of artwork approval, and we ship nationwide.
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Why Blue Label
Fast Production
We pride ourselves on speedy production and shipping times, producing your printed labels in 5 business days or less*.
Quotes in 24 Hours
Blue Label Packaging sets the bar for responsive service, providing customized quotes for custom label printing jobs in less than 24 hours.
Label Expertise
Our label experts are involved in every step of the process, from helping you choose the perfect label materials to monitoring your custom label projects through all steps of the production process.
No Minimum Order Quantities
Because we work with businesses of every size, we require no minimum order quantity. Get the exact number of labels you need.
Ordering Process
Warning Label Specifications
- Minimum order: No minimums. Order the exact number of labels you need.
- Used on: Small jars and bottles, large containers, food packaging, cleaners and chemical products, equipment and machinery
- Materials: Polypropylene, vinyl, polyester
- Finishes: Protective laminates that keep text and symbols clear
- Print: Digital, on HP Indigo presses. Full color plus white ink, matching up to 97% of the color spectrum.
- Roll setup: Unwind direction, core size, and label gap set to match your applicator or co-packer’s line.
- Turnaround: Quotes in under 24 hours. Most labels print in 5 business days or less after artwork approval.
- Durability: Materials and adhesives that resist moisture, chemicals, heat, abrasion, and frequent handling.
- Variable data: Batch codes and serial numbers printed in the same run, across multiple SKUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Warning labels are used for all sorts of consumer and industrial products. Here are some common examples we often produce for our clients:
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- Food packaging: These include allergen warnings and labels indicating the danger of suffocation from packaging materials.
- Pharmaceuticals: Labels here include dosage warnings and potential side effects.
- Hazardous chemicals: We create labels for products like pesticides or industrial solvents, highlighting potential hazards and proper handling procedures.
- Chemical cleaners: Labels for these products often include information about proper ventilation and skin contact precautions.
- Child safety labels: These are important for toys and children’s products, warning about choking hazards or age restrictions.
- Electrical hazard warning labels: These are commonly used for electronics and appliances to prevent shock risks.
- Safety decals for machinery: These warn users about moving parts or required protective gear.
- Recreational equipment: Safety messages about weight limits or required safety gear.
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We offer shipping through several vendors like UPS, Fedex, and USPS. Ground, Next-Day, 2-Day, 3-Day, and custom freight options.
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Our preferred file formats are Adobe Illustrator or High-Resolution PDF. You can view our complete artwork file standards checklist here.
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Before printing your custom warning 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.
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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.
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Our printers are capable of matching up to 97% of the full color spectrum, allowing us to achieve precise color reproduction for your warning 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.
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Our broad range of label material types, printing capabilities, and finish offerings allows us to print the perfect custom product label to match your needs. Combine that with industry best customer service, and you get a long-term partner for your custom label printing.
*standard labels are printed within 5 days after artwork approval