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Reduce Cannabis Label Printing Costs
There are numerous benefits of bringing cannabis label printing in house. The most important of which is that printing through an external vendor requires a minimum order quantity which can easily result in loss of revenue from over ordering. Those who take label printing in house enjoy increased flexibility by being able to update their packaging as needed and are able to only print what they need.
Tailor Your Labels to Meet State Regulations
As cannabis products are not federally legal in the United States yet, regulations vary heavily from state to state. It’s important to ensure your labels are compliant with regulations for the states you plan to market your products in. Check out our THC Labeling requirements page for more information!
How to Print Custom Cannabis Labels
1) Select the type of material you would like to use to print the label.
When printing labels for your products there are many factors to consider, first of which being what material to choose. The most common choices are paper or Biaxially-oriented polypropylene (commonly referred to as BOPP) labels. Paper labels have the advantage of being less expensive to produce while offering a wide array of colors and weathering options to get that look and feel just the way you want it! This makes paper labels a great option for dry goods packaging such as jars or bags.
However, paper labels are less water resistant, durable, & have a shorter shelf life than their BOPP counterparts. BOPP labels boast excellent water and abrasion resistance which makes them great for tinctures, resins, & drinks. BOPP labels also offer increased flexibility which makes them suitable for irregularly shaped packaging! The main downside to BOPP labels is that they don’t offer the same print sharpness as paper labels and have a comparatively higher production cost.
2) Choose the Right Printer, Ink, & Application Methods for You
Once you’ve decided on the material of your packaging, it’s vital that you use the proper ink & application methods to ensure that your product’s label stays pristine on its journey to your customers.
For products that get exposed to moisture, such as tinctures, drinks, resins we recommend the following Cannabis Label Printers:
3) Create UPCs & Barcodes for your products
UPCs allow for ease of transaction & inventory management by allowing items to be identified with a quick scan of a barcode. Something as simple as including a UPC on your products can save countless dollars & man hours in inventory management costs. Our team offers Barcode Design and Automation Services, contact us today to schedule a free demo!
4) Choose Your Desired Finish
White Gloss or Matte are the most common finishes used for in house label printing. However, choosing a holographic finish can make your product appear more fun and eye-catching. For the environmentally conscious, linen & craft paper labels require no finishing & are biodegradable!
Find Cannabis Label Printers at Chicago Color Label
As you can see, you can find everything you need to know about printing custom cannabis labels and more so reach out to our team at Chicago Color Label for more information. You can also find plenty of great options when it comes to commercial cannabis label printers and a variety of specialty inks to make any statement seen and heard. You can request a free sample of colors to see which you like best and be sure to check out our growing blog for all of your cannabis color label printing needs!
