PE Film Label Material

PE (polyethylene) label material is a soft, conformable film facestock that flexes and squeezes with the container, available in white or clear. It is made for squeeze tubes and soft bottles — cosmetics, personal care and food — where a stiff film would crease or pop off.

Quick answer

PE (polyethylene) label material is a soft, conformable film facestock (85–100 µm), available white or clear, that flexes and recovers with the container. It is used on squeeze tubes and soft bottles in cosmetics, personal care and food, where a stiffer film such as BOPP would crease or lift.

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Roll of white PE film label material with die-cut rectangular labels
PE Film Label Material label material

Key specifications

FacestockPE (polyethylene) film, white or clear
Face thickness85–100 µm
FinishSoft, conformable, gloss or matte
AdhesivePermanent acrylic, removable, freezer, high-tack (water-based or hot-melt)
Release linerWhite glassine, PET, or CCK/kraft
FormatsJumbo roll, log roll, finished slit rolls
Max widthUp to 1,600 mm
Core sizes25 mm (1 in) / 76 mm (3 in)
MOQFrom 1 jumbo roll (stock), 3,000–5,000 m² (custom)
CertificationsISO 9001 / ISO 14001

Why choose PE film

  • Soft and squeezable

    The facestock moves with the pack, so the label recovers instead of buckling after each squeeze.

  • Won't crack or lift

    Flexing tubes and soft bottles stay label-flat with no edge flagging or face cracking.

  • Waterproof film

    Suited to bathroom, kitchen and chilled products where paper would wrinkle or stain.

  • White or clear options

    Clear PE gives a conformable no-label look; white PE gives an opaque printable base.

Typical applications

Adhesive & liner options

PE film pairs with soft, high-conformability permanent adhesives, plus removable, freezer and high-tack options, on white glassine, PET or CCK/kraft liners.

Buying this material for converting? See jumbo roll and slit roll supply options for PE film label stock rolls and match the facestock, adhesive and liner in one specification.

Frequently asked questions

What is PE film label material used for?

PE film label material is a soft, conformable polyethylene facestock of roughly 85–100 µm, supplied white or clear, that flexes and recovers together with the container it is applied to. It is used where a stiffer film such as BOPP would crease, flag or spring back — squeeze tubes, soft bottles and pouches that are pressed repeatedly in use.

Typical buyers are cosmetics, personal-care and household brands filling lotions, gels, sauces and cleaners. Converters value the way PE hides squeeze marks and keeps corners down on oval and small-diameter packs.

Match film gauge and stiffness to container wall thickness, select an adhesive with enough initial tack for low surface-energy PE and HDPE bottles, and check print method — PE needs suitable corona treatment or top-coat and behaves differently under UV heat. Recovery after squeezing depends on the pack — confirm with sample testing.

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What is PE label material used for?

Labels for squeeze tubes and soft bottles — cosmetics, personal care and food — that need a facestock which flexes with the pack.

What is the difference between PE and BOPP labels?

PE is soft and squeezable for flexing tubes; BOPP is stiffer and crisper for rigid bottles and flat surfaces.

Does PE film come in white and clear?

Yes, both. Clear PE gives a conformable no-label look on soft packs; white PE gives an opaque base.

Is PE film waterproof?

Yes, it is a waterproof film suitable for bathroom, kitchen and chilled products.

What temperature range does PE film label material tolerate?

PE film stays soft and flexible from chilled refrigerator temperatures up through normal handling and light heat, making it suitable for fridge-stored tubes and bottles. Exact service limits depend on the adhesive chosen (permanent, removable or freezer grade), which we confirm against your storage and application conditions.

Which print methods suit PE film labels?

PE film prints well by flexo and UV inkjet, which accommodate its soft, slightly stretchy surface; offset and thermal transfer are possible on select gauges but should be confirmed against your press, since a very soft film can distort under high nip pressure.

Can I request a sample of PE film label material?

Yes, request a free sample of white or clear PE film in your preferred adhesive, plus the datasheet, so you can test conformability and print hold-out on your own squeeze tube or soft bottle before committing to a production run.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Stocked grades start from 1 jumbo roll. Custom constructions or coatings typically start from 3,000–5,000 square meters, depending on complexity.

What adhesive and liner options are available?

Permanent, removable, deep-freeze, high-tack or wash-off adhesive (water-based or hot-melt), on white glassine, PET or CCK/kraft liner — matched to your surface and environment.

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Send us your facestock, adhesive, liner and end-use details. We ship free A4 sheets or a trial roll with the technical datasheet, and confirm MOQ, lead time and FOB pricing within one working day.

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