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Custom label specifications, without the guesswork
Start with the container, then choose the label. Use this guide to compare options and prepare a quote that can be reviewed against your actual packaging.
Last reviewed: . Service options are based on our published FAQ and category pages; final specifications are confirmed per project.
What can YT Labels supply?
Custom labels for cosmetic, wash care, candle and fragrance packaging, with roll or sheet formats and digital proofing. Sizes, minimum order quantities, pricing and production timing depend on the approved material, finish, design count and application requirements.
| Application | Packaging | Options to discuss | Check before approval |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic labels | Bottles, jars, tubes and skincare sets | Clear PET, BOPP, vinyl; matte or gloss finish | Container surface, formula contact, legibility and label fit |
| Wash care labels | Shampoo, body wash, hand soap and home-care packs | Film labels and protective finishes for wet-use evaluation | Product spills, squeeze or pouch movement, rub resistance |
| Candle labels | Jars, lids, tins and gift boxes | Textured paper, clear film, matte and foil details | Jar coating, lid fit, scent variants and packaging conditions |
What information makes a quote usable?
A total quantity alone hides the decisions that change the job. Split quantities by design, specify the units and identify which measurements still need checking.
| Specification | What to provide | How it is used |
|---|---|---|
| Container | Photo or sample, material and coating | Evaluate label fit and adhesive compatibility |
| Label dimensions | Width × height in mm or inches; shape and seam gap | Prepare the dieline and check the usable panel |
| Quantity | Labels per design and number of designs | Review each SKU and total production requirement |
| Material and finish | Opaque or clear; matte, gloss, foil or textured preference | Compare appearance and construction options |
| Exposure | Water, oil, formula spills, handling and storage conditions | Plan physical sample evaluation |
| Application | Hand application or machine; roll or sheet | Confirm delivery format |
| Machine rolls | Core diameter, maximum roll diameter, unwind direction and label gap | Match the applicator supplier's specification |
| Artwork | AI, PDF, PSD, EPS, SVG or high-resolution PNG; references if unfinished | Prepare layout review and digital proof |
| Delivery | Destination country and requested in-hand date | Confirm production and shipping separately |
Should you choose clear film, opaque film or paper?
Clear film: consider it when the bottle and contents are part of the design. Review contrast and any white-ink layer on the actual filled container. Transparency alone will not make an adhesive edge disappear.
Opaque film: consider it when the artwork needs a consistent background across container colours. Match the adhesive and protective finish to actual use; a material name alone does not establish performance.
Paper: consider it for a tactile presentation on suitable dry packaging. If the pack will be handled wet or exposed to oils, compare a protected construction or film alternative using samples.
What are the MOQ, price and lead time?
Low-MOQ projects can be reviewed, but no single minimum or fixed price applies to every construction. Request a written quote showing quantity per design, material, finish, sampling, production and shipping. A requested deadline is a planning input until the supplier confirms it.
For example, 3 designs × 500 labels = 1,500 labels. That arithmetic describes your order; it is not a published minimum order or price tier.
What does a digital proof confirm?
A digital proof helps review text, layout, dimensions and artwork placement. It cannot by itself confirm adhesion, wet-use durability, exact physical colour or machine application. Use a physical sample on the filled container when those properties matter.
Turn your measurements into a quote brief
Calculate the preliminary width for a straight cylindrical bottle, then carry your dimensions and quantity into the inquiry form.
Open the Label Size Calculator