White BOPP Label Material
White BOPP label material is a waterproof, tear-resistant film facestock made from biaxially oriented polypropylene, top-coated for printing and laminated to a pressure-sensitive adhesive and release liner. It is used for product labels that must survive moisture, oils and handling — on cosmetics, household chemicals, beverages and industrial packaging — where paper labels would wrinkle, tear or discolour.
Quick answer
White BOPP label material is an opaque, waterproof biaxially oriented polypropylene film facestock top-coated for print and laminated to a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Use it for product labels on cosmetics, chemicals and beverages exposed to moisture, oils or handling, with permanent, removable or freezer adhesive options and flexo, offset or thermal transfer printing.

Key specifications
| Facestock | White BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene), top-coated for print |
|---|---|
| Face thickness | 50 / 60 / 70 / 80 µm (customisable) |
| Finish | Gloss or matte top-coat |
| Adhesive | Permanent acrylic, removable, freezer, high-tack — water-based or hot-melt |
| Adhesive coat weight | ~18–22 g/m² |
| Release liner | White glassine, PET, or CCK/kraft |
| Print methods | Flexo, offset, letterpress, screen, UV inkjet, HP Indigo, thermal transfer |
| Formats | Jumbo roll, log roll, finished slit rolls |
| Max width | Up to 1,600 mm |
| Core sizes | 25 mm (1 in) / 76 mm (3 in) |
| MOQ | From 1 jumbo roll (stock); 3,000–5,000 m² (custom) |
| Certifications | ISO 9001 / ISO 14001, food-contact adhesive options |
Why choose white BOPP
Waterproof & moisture-resistant
The film absorbs no water, so labels stay flat and legible through condensation, ice buckets, refrigeration and wash-down.
Tear-resistant & durable
Biaxial orientation gives high tensile strength — the label survives filling lines, transit abrasion and repeated handling.
Oil, grease & chemical resistant
Stands up to lotions, detergents, solvents, lubricants and diluted acids without staining, softening or lifting.
Excellent print surface
The top-coat anchors UV flexo, offset, screen, digital and thermal transfer inks for sharp text and dense solids.
Conformable
Thin gauges wrap smoothly around bottles, jars and squeezable containers without wrinkling or flagging at the edges.
Stable & long-lasting
Dimensionally stable across a wide temperature range, with good UV and ageing resistance for long shelf and outdoor life.
Typical applications
Cosmetics & personal care
Shampoo, lotion, serum and skincare packaging that must resist oils and bathroom humidity.
Learn more →Household & industrial chemicals
Detergents, cleaners, lubricants and agrochemical containers needing chemical-resistant labels.
Learn more →Food & beverage
Bottles, jars and chilled packs where condensation and ice-water immersion destroy paper labels.
Learn more →Recyclable packaging
Pair white BOPP with a wash-off adhesive so labels release cleanly in bottle recycling streams.
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Compare with related materials
Selection depends on container, adhesive, liner, printing method and service environment.
White BOPP
Best for: Opaque, waterproof product labels on bottles, jars and household packaging
Watch-outs: Limited for sustained heat, long outdoor service and heavy squeeze deformation
This page →Clear BOPP
Best for: No-label-look decoration on glass, PET and HDPE containers
Watch-outs: Shows adhesive haze and bubbles; needs clean application and clear adhesive
Clear BOPP →Semi-gloss paper
Best for: Economical retail, food and general product labels in dry conditions
Watch-outs: Wrinkles, stains and tears when wet, oily or chilled
Semi-gloss paper →PE film
Best for: Squeeze bottles and tubes that need a soft, conformable face
Watch-outs: Lower stiffness and dimensional stability than BOPP on high-speed lines
PE film →PET film
Best for: Higher heat, chemical and abrasion resistance, durable rating plates
Watch-outs: Stiffer and costlier; less conformable on small-diameter containers
PET film →
When this material may not be the best fit
Choose another material if the label will face long outdoor service, sustained high heat, aggressive solvents or repeated abrasion. BOPP film is dimensionally stable in normal packaging conditions, but PET film handles heat and chemical exposure better.
White BOPP is also not the most economical option for short-life logistics or weigh-scale labels, and standard gauges can flag on strongly squeezed containers. Thin conformable gauges help, but confirm with your own container first.
Adhesive & liner options
The facestock is only one third of the construction. We laminate white BOPP to permanent acrylic, removable, freezer-grade, high-tack, wash-off or food-contact adhesives, on white glassine, PET or CCK/kraft liners — matched to your substrate, application temperature, dispensing speed and end-of-life requirements.
Related materials
Still deciding between polypropylene and polyester film? compare BOPP with PET by durability, heat and chemical exposure, print method and roll format.
Buying this material for converting? See jumbo roll and slit roll supply options for white BOPP label stock jumbo rolls and match the facestock, adhesive and liner in one specification.
Before requesting a quote
Have these details ready so we can propose a construction instead of a generic price.
- Application surface and container material (PET, HDPE, PP, glass, carton, metal)
- Label size, roll width, core size, winding direction and labels per roll
- Facestock preference or the performance you need it to deliver
- Adhesive requirement: permanent, removable, freezer, high-tack or wash-off
- Liner requirement for die-cutting, matrix stripping and dispensing speed
- Printing method and press or printer model
- Service environment: temperature, moisture, UV, chemicals, abrasion
- Annual volume and first-order volume
- Whether you need A4 swatches, a sample roll or a paid trial roll
Request samples, MOQ and lead time
To check availability, sample options and lead time, send us your application, label size, roll width, facestock, adhesive, liner, printing method and estimated order volume. Our team will recommend a suitable construction and confirm whether a sample roll or trial order is available.
Selection depends on container, adhesive, liner, printing method and service environment. We confirm every construction against your own substrate and line conditions before bulk production.
Frequently asked questions
What is white BOPP label material?
White BOPP label material is an opaque, waterproof facestock made from biaxially oriented polypropylene film, top-coated for printing and laminated to a pressure-sensitive adhesive and release liner. It replaces paper wherever labels meet moisture, oils or repeated handling, staying flat, white and legible instead of wrinkling, tearing or discolouring on the pack.
Buyers use it for cosmetics and personal-care bottles, household and industrial chemicals, chilled and wet-wiped food packs, and beverage containers. Converters like it because a single grade runs across flexo, offset, letterpress, UV inkjet, HP Indigo and thermal transfer, so one construction can cover several SKUs and print platforms.
Specify face thickness (50–80 µm), gloss or matte top-coat, adhesive (permanent acrylic, removable, freezer or high-tack) and liner (glassine, PET or CCK) against your container surface, filling temperature, moisture exposure and abrasion level. Squeeze bottles and low-energy surfaces may need a softer film or high-tack adhesive — confirm with sample testing.
What is white BOPP label material used for?
It is used for product labels that need to survive water, oils and handling — cosmetics and personal care bottles, household and industrial chemical containers, beverages, chilled foods and industrial packaging. Anywhere a paper label would wrinkle, tear or discolour, white BOPP is the default film choice.
What is the difference between white BOPP and PP synthetic paper?
Both are polypropylene. White BOPP is a thin (50–80 µm) gloss or matte film for bottle and container labels. PP synthetic paper is thicker (80–120 µm), matte, writable and stiffer — used where the label must feel like paper but not tear.
Is white BOPP waterproof?
Yes. The film itself absorbs no water, so it does not swell, wrinkle or lose print. Full waterproof performance also depends on the adhesive: choose a water-resistant permanent acrylic for immersion, condensation or wash-down applications.
Can white BOPP be used in freezer or cold-chain applications?
Yes, with a freezer-grade adhesive. The film stays flexible down to about -40 °C; the adhesive sets the real limit, so tell us whether the label is applied before or after freezing and at what surface temperature.
Which printing methods work on white BOPP?
The top-coated surface prints flexo, offset, letterpress, screen, UV inkjet, HP Indigo and thermal transfer. For thermal transfer, use the TT-coated grade with a resin ribbon — wax ribbons do not anchor to film and will smear.
Is white BOPP recyclable?
Polypropylene is recyclable, and BOPP separates by flotation in PET bottle wash processes. However, standard adhesive residue can contaminate the recovered flake, so for bottle-to-bottle recycling specify our wash-off adhesive or a recycling-compatible construction.
What is your minimum order quantity and lead time?
Stock white BOPP constructions start at one jumbo roll; custom facestock, adhesive or liner combinations start at 3,000–5,000 m². Free samples are available, quotes are returned within one business day, and typical production lead time is 7–15 days after artwork and spec confirmation.
What liner and die-cutting options are available for white BOPP label rolls?
White BOPP rolls run on white glassine, PET, or CCK/kraft liner, matrix-stripped and die-cut to your label shape and roll width up to 1,600 mm. PET liner suits high-speed, high-precision dispensing; glassine and CCK/kraft cover standard applicator lines. Tell us your die shape and applicator to confirm liner compatibility.
How long can white BOPP label material be stored before use?
Store white BOPP jumbo and finished rolls flat or on end, away from direct sunlight, in a dry area at moderate room temperature and humidity. Adhesive tack and print anchorage are best used within the shelf life stated on the datasheet; exact storage life and conditions are confirmed on the datasheet for your specific adhesive grade.
Can I get a free sample of white BOPP label material before ordering?
Yes — request a free sample of white BOPP label material with your choice of adhesive, liner and finish, along with the full technical datasheet, and we will confirm specs and turnaround for your application within one business day.
Request a free sample of White BOPP Label Material
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.
Get white BOPP label material, cut to your spec.
Tell us your facestock, adhesive, liner and roll requirements — we quote within one business day. Free samples available.
