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Frozen food labels for meals, desserts and bulk packs
Frozen food labels face frost, condensation and a thaw cycle. Freezer-grade white stock is designed for cold storage, so your meal-prep containers, ice-cream tubs and bulk bags carry their labels from the freezer to the table.
- Best for: Meal prep, ice cream, frozen bakery, bulk bags
- Recommended stock: Freezer-grade white
- Typical shape: Rectangle or round
- Proof: Free digital proof
2 business days
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Any shape
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Small runs
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Good to know
Frozen food considerations
Apply before freezing
Apply to clean, dry containers at room temperature and let the adhesive set before freezing.
Thaw cycle
Labels also see condensation when the product thaws. Waterproof film copes with moisture.
Bulk bags
Flexible bags are harder than rigid tubs; use smaller labels on flat areas.
Information
Plan room for date, name and ingredients; leave a field for a handwritten date.
Our recommendation
Material and finish
Choose the freezer-grade white stock for frozen products and test on your own packaging. For chilled only, our standard waterproof stock is usually enough.
Typical sizes
Sizes people usually order
These are starting points, not limits: the instant quote accepts your exact size. Measure the flat area of your container first.
| Use | Typical size | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Meal tray | 4 × 2.5 in | Ready meals |
| Ice cream tub | 3 in round | Lids |
| Bulk bag | 3 × 4 in | Frozen packs |
| Date sticker | 1 × 2 in | Date |
Need to know
Questions about frozen food labels
Will the label stay on in the freezer?
Freezer-grade stock is made for it; test on your container.
Can I print variable dates?
Fixed artwork only in the instant quote; ask for a custom quote for variable data.
Do labels handle thawing?
Waterproof film copes with moisture; test it.
Is the label certified for food contact?
The label is applied to the outside of packaging and is not a food-contact material.
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