The Best Labels for Healthcare & Medical Use

Synthetic Materials (PP, PE, PET)

Synthetic materials such as PP (polypropylene), PE (polyethylene), and PET (polyester) are widely used in healthcare due to their durability and chemical resistance. These labels can endure harsh conditions such as moisture exposure, sterilization processes, and chemical contact without degrading.

Synthetic labels are tear-resistant, and long-lasting, making them ideal for applications where durability is essential, including prescription and over-the-counter medicine bottles, IV bags and syringes, medical device packaging and hospital equipment tagging.

Direct Thermal & Thermal Transfer Papers

Paper labels are used in healthcare when cost-effectiveness and short-term readability are priorities. Direct thermal labels use heat-sensitive coatings for printing without ink or ribbons, whereas thermal transfer labels require a ribbon for added durability.

Direct thermal labels are ideal for temporary use, while thermal transfer labels offer longer-lasting print quality. They are used for patient wristbands for hospital identification, specimen and laboratory sample tracking, hospital and pharmacy logistic labels and prescription instructions and information sheets.

Tamper-Evident & Security Materials

Tamper-evident labels play a crucial role in protecting medication integrity and preventing counterfeiting. These labels leave behind visible signs of tampering, such as a “VOID” message or material destruction when removed.

These labels provide security and ensures consumer confidence in pharmaceutical and healthcare products. Tamper evident labels are used for medication and vaccine packaging seals, diagnostic test kit closures and high-value medical equipment labelling.

Cryogenic Labels for Extreme Cold Storage

Cryogenic labels are specifically designed to endure ultra-low temperatures, such as those in medical research, biobanking, and vaccine storage. These labels resist peeling, cracking, or becoming brittle even when stored in liquid nitrogen (-196°C) or deep freezers.

These are used for laboratory test tubes, vials, sample containers, blood and plasma storage and vaccine and biological material packaging.

Removable & Repositionable Labels

In some medical applications, labels must be removable without leaving residue or damaging surfaces. These are commonly used in situations where temporary identification or instructions are needed.

These ensure information can be updated without affecting the integrity of the product or equipment. Temporary patient charts and file tracking, reusable medical instruments and trays and hospital bed and room assignment tags are some of the uses for removable and repositionable labels.