How to Choose a Waterproof Label?

A waterproof label is designed to resist physical damage such as tears, scratches, and abrasions. Damage resistance ensures that the label continues to serve its purpose effectively throughout the life of the product.

A waterproof label remains securely adhered even when exposed to water. It doesn’t peel off or lose its stickiness, ensuring that the label stays in place under wet conditions.

The print on a waterproof label stays clear and legible, without smudging or fading. This ensures that important information on the label remains visible, even after getting wet.

When evaluating whether a type of label is waterproof, you should consider two main aspects: the label material and the adhesive used.

Label adhesives also play a crucial role in waterproof performance. There are generally two types:

Permanent Adhesives: These are designed to stay attached to surfaces even in wet conditions. They are ideal for long-term use and for labels that need to withstand water exposure. For example, Brother DK-2243 Compatible Continuous Shipping Labels use permanent adhesives and this ensures that they don’t easily come off.

Removable Adhesives: These can be peeled off without leaving residue but may not perform well under prolonged water exposure. They are suitable for scenarios where labels need to be changed frequently. For example, Betckey‘s Brother DK-1201 Compatible Address Labels offers both permanent and removable ones for your convenience.

By understanding these factors, you can better assess a label's waterproof capabilities and choose the right product for your needs.

Absolutely! As a consumer, you can indeed evaluate whether a label is waterproof.

To show how these concepts earlier said work in practice, we will use Betckey’s products as examples.

Paper Labels: Click the product page and you can see the material a label uses. For example, products like the Brother DK-1209 Small Address Labels and Brother DK-1209 Compatible Color Barcode Labels are made from paper. These labels can resist small amounts and short period of water, like rain drops. But with permanent adhesives, the labels are not easy to fall off. Therefore, you can use them with confidence.

Film Labels: As mentioned, film-based labels tend to have higher waterproof qualities.For instance, the Brother DK-2211 Compatible Continuous Film Labels, Brother DK-2212 Compatible Continuous Matte Film Labels.These labels last longer in wet conditions than paper-made ones.

Now that you have basic understanding about the waterproof quality of labels, let’s t learn how to choose a label product for your needs.

First, you need to identify the specific conditions under which the label will be used to determine the level of water resistance required. Usually we don’t need a 100% waterproof labels because our products usually aren’t 100% soaked in water all the time right? What’s more, choosing such labels would significantly increase costs. So why not opt for a cost effective label that still cover your water resistance needs?

Here are some common scenarios and their waterproof requirements:

Frozen Food labels: Foods that need to be kept in freezers or other moist environments should choose labels with good water resistance. For this usage we recommend this product Brother DK-1208 Large Address Labels

Medical devices labels: Medical devices needs to resist moisture and cleansing agents, so they should use labels with relatively more water resistant label. For this usage we recommend Brother DK2113 and Brother DK2251.

Outdoor labels: Labels on camping gear or outdoor tools like tents and backpacks are designed to withstand rain, snow, and other weather conditions. Outdoor brands business owners care for the labels waterproof quality of labels very much because the label is the only “ID card” of a product and if it get lost or peeled off during shipping or storage, the product cannot be identified, which could cause big problems. However, for most individual customers, the water resistance of the labels might not be a major concern during everyday use. If a label peels off, it generally won’t cause significant problems unless the customer has specific needs. 

Labels made from film are no doubt more water resistant than that made from paper and labels with permanent adhesive are no doubt more waterproof than that with removable ones. So when choosing a label, you can review the material and adhesive details provided on the product page or directly ask for customer support personnel.

Before making a final decision, it’s always a good idea to check customer reviews. Reviews can provide valuable insights into the label’s performance and effectiveness. Also, some customers may share their real usage scenarios, which can serve as a helpful reference for you .

By following these steps and using the product examples provided, you can effectively choose the waterproof labels that best meet your needs.

To ensure you choose the best match for your needs, consider the materials and adhesives that make up the label. A thorough evaluation, including reading reviews and considering real-world scenarios, will help you make an informed choice. At Betckey, we provide a wide range of labels that meet your different water resistant needs. Explore our products to find the right solution for your product and achieve the best balance between quality and cost!

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