Durable Label Materials

Polyester Labels

Choose polyester labels for demanding identification applications that call for durability, dimensional stability, and resistance to heat, moisture, abrasion, and many common chemicals.

Available in clear, silver, white gloss, and white matte finishes, polyester label materials combine long-lasting performance with different appearance options for your labeling needs.

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Polyester label material for durable product identification

Built for Demanding Applications

Why Choose Polyester Label Stock?

Polyester is a synthetic label material used when standard paper labels may not provide the durability an application requires.

Heat Resistance

Polyester materials can support applications exposed to elevated temperatures. Actual limits depend on the specific label construction.

Durable Construction

Strong film face stock offers excellent tear resistance and dimensional stability compared with many paper label materials.

Finish Versatility

Select a clear, silver, white gloss, or white matte finish to suit the appearance and readability requirements of your label.

Four Finish Options

Find the Right Polyester Finish

The finish affects how the label looks on the product or equipment. Explore the available options and review the specifications for each.

Clear Polyester

A transparent finish for labels where the underlying surface should remain visible.

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Silver Polyester

A metallic-looking finish for equipment, asset identification, and industrial labeling.

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White Gloss Polyester

A smooth, glossy white surface for crisp, professional label presentation.

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White Matte Polyester

A low-gloss white finish for applications that call for a more subdued appearance.

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Transparent Film

Clear Polyester Labels

Clear polyester with permanent adhesive for applications requiring a transparent label face and durable performance.

Applications Industrial identification, equipment labeling, and applications requiring clear film, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.
Minimum Application Temperature 25°F
Service Temperature -40°F to 300°F
Outdoor Durability 3+ years, depending on exposure conditions
Tear Resistance Excellent; film does not stretch readily and may tear if nicked.
Surface Application Corrugate, paper, packaging films, most plastics, stainless steel, and glass, subject to surface and adhesive compatibility.

Material description: UL-recognized 2 mil clear polyester with permanent adhesive. The original specification describes excellent tear strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.

Metallic Appearance

Silver Polyester Labels

A matte silver polyester finish for industrial identification and applications requiring a durable, professional appearance.

Applications Harsh environments, rain and sun exposure, contact with oil, grease, or alcohol, abrasion, and elevated temperatures.
Minimum Application Temperature 25°F
Service Temperature -40°F to 300°F
Outdoor Durability 3+ years, depending on exposure conditions
Tear Resistance Excellent; film does not stretch readily and may tear if nicked.
Surface Application Corrugate, paper, packaging films, most plastics, stainless steel, and glass, subject to surface and adhesive compatibility.

Material description: UL-recognized 2 mil matte silver polyester with permanent industrial-grade adhesive. The original specification describes excellent tear strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.

Gloss White Finish

White Gloss Polyester Labels

A smooth white gloss finish for durable labels that need a clean, polished appearance and clear printed information.

Applications Harsh environments, rain and sun exposure, contact with oil, grease, or alcohol, abrasion, and elevated temperatures.
Minimum Application Temperature 25°F
Service Temperature -40°F to 300°F
Outdoor Durability 3+ years, depending on exposure conditions
Tear Resistance Excellent; film does not stretch readily and may tear if nicked.
Surface Application Corrugate, paper, packaging films, most plastics, stainless steel, and glass, subject to surface and adhesive compatibility.

Material description: UL-recognized 2 mil gloss white polyester with permanent industrial-grade adhesive. The original specification describes excellent tear strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.

Low-Gloss White Finish

White Matte Polyester Labels

A white matte finish for durable identification labels where a subdued surface appearance is preferred over gloss.

Applications Harsh environments, rain and sun exposure, contact with oil, grease, or alcohol, abrasion, and elevated temperatures.
Minimum Application Temperature 25°F
Service Temperature -40°F to 300°F
Outdoor Durability 3+ years, depending on exposure conditions
Tear Resistance Excellent; film does not stretch readily and may tear if nicked.
Surface Application Corrugate, paper, packaging films, most plastics, stainless steel, and glass, subject to surface and adhesive compatibility.

Material description: UL-recognized 2 mil white polyester with permanent industrial-grade adhesive. The original specification describes excellent tear strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.

Compare Your Options

Polyester Label Finish Comparison

All four options use polyester face stock, but their appearance differs. Select a finish based on your label design, surface, and application requirements.

Finish	Appearance	Considerations
Clear Polyester	Transparent	Useful when the surface beneath the label should remain visible.
Silver Polyester	Matte metallic	Provides a metallic look for equipment and industrial identification.
White Gloss Polyester	Smooth, glossy white	Offers a polished appearance for printed text, symbols, and identification.
White Matte Polyester	Low-gloss white	Offers a more subdued finish when a glossy surface is not preferred.

Actual durability, print compatibility, adhesive performance, and temperature limits vary by product construction. Confirm the technical datasheet for the specific material before use in critical applications.

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