What Are Glossy Paper Labels?

Katie H
Katie H
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Glossy Paper Labels are an excellent choice for brands seeking a polished, high-shine, thicker label for dry, indoor environments. These labels feature a varnish cured with UV instead of the laminate used by most of our products. This varnish adds scuff resistance and visual appeal, while the paper construction makes them easy to tear—perfect for safety seals, fast-application scenarios, and tamper-evident packaging. Glossy Paper Labels provide a more affordable alternative to polypropylene-based labels.

Because these labels are printed on paper, and not our biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP), Glossy Paper Labels are not water- or oil-resistant

Material & Technical Specs

Lamination

  • Varnish vs. Laminate: Adds a glossy finish and basic scuff resistance while maintaining easy-tear functionality—great for safety seals and simple hand-labeling. 
  • For matte laminate on our paper material, check out our Matte Recycled Paper Labels.

Adhesive

Permanent adhesive (PCT-245) designed for clean indoor surfaces like boxes, envelopes, jars,and dry product containers.

  • Minimum Application Temperature: 25°F
  • Service Temperature Range: -10°F to 200°F
  • Not suitable for liquids, oils, or outdoor environments

Material Thickness

  • Paper facestock: 3.7 mil
  • Total label thickness including varnish: 3.7 mil
  • Total label thickness including backing: 6.2  mil

Shape and Size

  • Minimum Size: .5” x .5” (labels smaller than 1” must be set up with standard 1/8” insets)
  • Maximum Size: 11” x 14”
  • Shape: Rectangle, Square, Circle, Oval, or Custom Shape

Roll Finishing Options

Labels are available on rolls with your choice of rewind direction for compatibility with both hand and machine application. When you select “No Preference,” our Prepress team will orient your labels in the way that is most efficient for printing.  

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Best Uses for Glossy Paper Labels

  • Product Seals & Tamper-Evident Closures
  • Dry Food Packaging & Baked Goods
  • Retail Tags, Box Labels & Pricing
  • Indoor Product Promotions & Branding
  • Envelope Seals & Packaging Inserts

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