What Is BOPP and When Should You Use BOPP Labels?

A guide to BOPP labels and their best uses

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Biaxially oriented polypropylene, commonly known as BOPP, plays a vital role in our daily lives. You&#;ve probably encountered BOPP labels on various food packages, but they&#;re also found on product labels across a wide variety of industries. In this article, we&#;ll explore what BOPP is, its characteristics, and the diverse applications where you can utilize these versatile labels in your business.

What is BOPP?

BOPP refers to the manufacturing process of the material. The raw materials are melted and spread onto cylinders where they are rapidly cooled. The material is then stretched in two directions to reduce its thickness as well as increase its flexibility and strength.

BOPP is generally manufactured as a film on rolls, making it easy to store in large quantities. Before the final rolling, the film receives the flame or corona treatment, making it suitable for the application of inks, adhesives, or metals.

Available from Avery WePrint, our professional printing service, in matte white and glossy white and matte and glossy clear to holographic and metallic, you can find the ideal BOPP label for your products and packaging. You can also find many BOPP labels that you can print yourself.

The benefits of BOPP

BOPP is incredibly versatile. You can order BOPP labels in opacities from clear to white to metallic, making it a great option to enhance your product branding. Whether you choose metallic for a unique look, clear for minimalism, or white for traditional, BOPP labels always provide a good first impression.

Ideal for printing

The film material takes both water- and solvent-based inks well, which allows your printing service more options when using BOPP for your product packaging. It takes ink well due to its final treatment, which generally enhances the printability and ability of ink to stick to the material.

Resist water, oils, chemicals and UV rays

Since the material is plastic-based and durable it resists most intrusive liquids and oils. Even if your products are not in a refrigerated case where liquid tends to be, something spilled on your products won&#;t smear or ruin your label if using BOPP. Resistance to oils is vital for not only oily products but also means you don&#;t have to worry about hand oils or lotions smearing the ink.

BOPP is also ideal in industrial as well as outdoor settings. The resistance to chemicals and UV light, as well as the long-lasting nature of the product, ensures safe labeling with no fading during the service life of your product.

Flexibility

BOPP film is remarkably flexible. It works just as well-rounded containers as it does on flat surfaces whether hand or machine-applied. Since most BOPP film is incredibly thin, it can look like you printed directly on product bottles and jars. This extra touch can help set your products apart on the shelf.

Durability

BOPP is often thought of as one of the most durable label options on the market. Its various properties make it immune to many common problems, such as lifting, peeling, and wrinkling. BOPP labels are meant to last, regardless of where you use them.

Eco-friendly

BOPP films have a relatively low carbon footprint compared to other plastic substrates such as polyester. Since it has a low melting point, it takes less energy to convert from one form to other.

Where to use BOPP labels

Next to paper, BOPP is the most popular material for labels. Its proven performance and affordability make it the preferred label material for a variety of industries. BOPP labels have many uses, and you can find the film in almost any business sector. Even in your personal life, you see BOPP labels on a variety of consumer goods around your home as well as in public.

Food & beverages

BOPP is a superstar in the food sector because of its waterproof, moisture-barrier properties, sealing ability, clear graphic reproduction, and shelf appeal. It is a favorite label material for all kinds of food and beverage containers. Even when it&#;s not in direct contact with food, it holds up to processes like off-gassing from acidic foods that leave other label materials stained or smeared.

Beverage bottles can be tricky to label due to the round surfaces and varying bottle textures. Along with the advantages above, the thinness of BOPP film allows for a great deal of flexibility when you&#;re applying it to glass and plastic containers. BOPP clear labels can give your beverages a seamless, printed-on look.

Health and beauty

Cosmetics and wellness items require specific labeling information and you need a material that holds up in damp or humid environments. Along with all the benefits mentioned in food and beverage labeling, BOPP is perfect for health and beauty items due to its resistance to the product inside, oils from hands, and water from sinks or showers. All of these things BOPP can handle.

Medical facilities

All medical items require labels that stand the test of time. Even on disposable medical equipment, a label can help someone get the necessary care. If you&#;re in the medical field, you should consider BOPP labels.

The labels are immune to chemicals and liquids that would smear other labels. Plus, the durability of the labels makes them a good choice if you make medical supplies that might be stored for extended periods of time.

Other industries that use BOPP labels

• Horticulture & Nurseries
• Lumberyards
• Shipping
• Barcode & Warehouse Labeling

When you&#;re ready to buy

There are a variety of benefits to using BOPP material. But to make sure you choose the ideal material for your products and packaging reach out to our label experts at Avery. As the inventors of self-adhesive labels, we will happily help you find the best label for your packaging. Contact us at 800-942- to learn how we can help you enhance your branding.

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We use BOPP for all of our custom labels. But what is BOPP exactly?

Packaging industry experts would answer the question with a technical term: biaxially oriented polypropylene. That's a fancy name for a type of plastic. "Biaxially oriented BOPP" means manufacturers stretch the plastic film in two directions during its production. They do this to improve its strength, flexibility and clarity.

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Basically, BOPP is the kick-ass material we use to make the best labels and stickers. Here&#;s why we and other online printing services love it.

Talk to me like an engineer, what exactly is BOPP?

BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) is a thermoplastic polymer that has many similar properties to PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate). It is commonly used in sticker and label printing, food packaging, bottle caps, and other applications.

BOPP is produced by cross-linking two propylene molecules with a chemical compound called di-(2-propen-1-ol) adipate (DA). The resulting thermoplastic polymer chain is biaxially oriented. This orientation creates a film that is stronger along two axes than it is along just one axis.

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When was it invented?

BOPP is a type of plastic that was first commercially manufactured in the early s by companies like Brückner-Maschinenbau. It became popular for its low cost, opacity, and ability to withstand harsh outdoor conditions. Today, BOPP is one of the most commonly used plastics in the world; by some accounts, it&#;s the 2nd most popular plastic in the world!

Why is BOPP a great material for stickers & labels?

Stickers and labels should be easy to print on, resistant to water and chemicals, and either clear or opaque, depending on your needs. BOPP label material ticks all of these boxes and more.

BOPP is perfect for printing

Printing with both water- and solvent-based inks is possible on BOPP labels. Manufacturers of BOPP film treat its surface using various methods&#;like corona treatment&#;to improve its adhesiveness and printability.

The corona treatment is a process of applying a thin layer of metal oxide to the surface of the BOPP label. The metal oxide layer is added by applying a liquid or gas on the surface of the label. The liquid or gas is then evaporated to form an oxide film on the surface of the label.

The corona treatment is not only applied on the surface of BOPP labels, but also to other labels as well, such as those used in food packaging and automotive parts packaging, due to the ease of printing and durability it provides.

Water, chemical, and UV resistance

The tough BOPP is "the Hulk" of plastic films. Almost indestructible, it resists oil and water, making it perfect for labeling products used in the kitchen or in the bathroom.

Thanks to its resistance to most chemicals&#;solvents, bleaches, and disinfectants&#;BOPP is also suitable for drug and cosmetic labels.

BOPP film is an excellent choice for any indoor or outdoor use. While it's waterproof, it doesn't have to be sealed against moisture, which means it can be used in kitchens, bathrooms, and classrooms. It can also withstand harsh UV light exposure, meaning it can be used for printing signs, graphics, and more.

BOPP can be crystal clear or opaque

BOPP has excellent clarity, so it's ideal for see-through labels. But this material is also available in its opaque variety. So, whether you want a totally transparent or brightly colored label, we have a type of BOPP label to meet your needs.

Why BOPP is the only material you need for labels

Versatile and durable, BOPP is an excellent material for labels in the food and non-food packaging sectors. It has many advantages over other label materials, like paper and vinyl. BOPP has a long shelf life, which means it will last longer than other labels. This makes it ideal for use in the food and non-food packaging sectors where shelf life is important.

BOPP can be used in any type of container, whether plastic or metal.

BOPP vs. paper labels

Unlike paper labels, BOPP stands up to water, oil, and chemicals. Plastic is also more durable and stronger than paper. So, a BOPP label resists tears and scratches better than paper does.

However, since it's a plastic material, BOPP will usually have a shiny look that some people and designers may not like. If you want a more "matte" finish, paper labels and stickers might be more for you. Just remember these stickers and labels will be way less durable, and are not great for many practical uses.

BOPP labels vs. vinyl stickers

BOPP is thinner (3.4 mil) than the vinyl material (7 mil) we use for custom stickers. And because labels are printed on a roll, this makes them ideal for fast peeling and application. Check out stickers vs. labels for a more detailed comparison.

BOPP is a superstar in the food packaging industry. Many food products can use a BOPP label. Coffee and tea packaging, honey jars, wine bottles, and all sorts of food containers are just a few examples.

As an open-cell construction material, BOPP has many advantages: lightweight, easy to handle, inexpensive to produce, and doesn't need any special packaging.

Thin and flexible for any container

Flexible and very thin, BOPP labels stick well to any container. That can be a mason jar or a jelly jar, a container for spices, or a scented candle. Add the scratch resistance of BOPP, and the label may last longer than what's inside the container.

BOPP labels are water and oil resistant

Any label that may encounter oil or water needs to come out undamaged. The water and oil resistance of BOPP label material make it useful for applications in the cosmetic industry and many others - Sticker Mule labels are perfect for moisturizer jars, shampoo bottles, and lip balm tubes, among others.

Why aren't you using BOPP?

BOPP is a material that needs specialized equipment to print on. But the good news is that Sticker Mule is the easiest way to print stickers, labels and other promotional materials for your homemade products or promotional business needs with BOPP.

Whether you need a few custom stickers for your Etsy shop or a large quantity of custom stickers for your retail store, Sticker Mule can help you get the job done quickly and easily. We use the best materials and equipment so we can turn your design into a high-quality printed product.

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