Food packaging labels are far more than branding tools — they are critical to compliance, consumer trust, shelf appeal, and even product safety. A poorly performing label can lead to regulatory issues, ruined packaging, or lost sales. In this post, we’ll explore the real-world challenges food brands face and how our custom label solutions help solve them.
Challenge 1: Compliance with Food Labeling RegulationsFood products often need to meet strict regulatory standards, especially when sold in retail environments or exported internationally. Labels must clearly display nutritional facts, expiration or lot codes, allergen information, and comply with regulations like FDA or EU directives.
Our Solution: We ensure your labels are printed with high clarity and accuracy. With materials that support small font readability and stable print durability, we help you meet all food labeling requirements confidently.
Challenge 2: Adhesion on Challenging Surfaces (Oily, Cold, Wet)Applying labels to food packaging isn’t always straightforward. Surfaces can be oily, wet, or frozen — common in meat packaging, condiments, and frozen foods. Standard adhesives may fail under such conditions.
Our Solution: We offer label materials with specialized adhesives, such as cold-temperature glue for frozen goods, and oil-resistant adhesives for greasy or plastic surfaces. This ensures strong adhesion and longevity, even in harsh environments.
Challenge 3: Brand Differentiation on Crowded ShelvesIn a highly competitive market, standing out on store shelves is vital. A unique and well-crafted label design can elevate your brand and attract consumer attention instantly.
Our Solution: We provide a variety of premium finishes like gloss or matte lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, and embossing to give your product a high-end look. Combined with custom shapes and sizes, your label will reflect the unique value of your food product.
Challenge 4: Small Batch & Seasonal Product LabelingMany brands, especially startups or seasonal producers, need flexibility for small runs or frequent label changes. Traditional printing methods often require large volumes or expensive dies.
Our Solution: We offer digital printing with no die-cutting fees, fast turnaround, and flexible minimum order quantities. This allows brands to order small batches without sacrificing quality or cost-efficiency — perfect for limited edition flavors, seasonal packaging, or testing new markets.
Our Custom Label Solutions for the Food IndustryWe offer full customization across multiple aspects:
✔️Material Options: Paper, PP, PET — suitable for dry goods, chilled items, and frozen food
✔️Adhesives: Standard, freezer-grade, and oil-resistant types
✔️ Formes et tailles :Découpé pour s'adapter à n'importe quel style d'emballage
✔️ Finitions :Pelliculage brillant/mat, estampage à chaud, vernis UV sélectif, gaufrage
✔️ Fichiers de conception :les clients fournissent leurs propres illustrations — nous garantissons une épreuve précise et une confirmation d'échantillon avant la production en série
Chaque produit alimentaire a des besoins d'emballage différents : des fruits de mer surgelés aux produits de charcuterie frais, en passant par les sauces et les snacks bio. Indiquez-nous les exigences de votre produit et nous vous recommanderons les meilleurs matériaux d'étiquetage et solutions d'impression. Un échantillon de confirmation est toujours fourni avant la production finale.
Contactez-nous auenquiry@zdlabel.com pour discuter de votre projet d'étiquette alimentaire personnalisée.