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5.5 × 2.25 in labels
At 140 × 57 mm, this label is a little smaller than a smartphone, with 12.38 square inches to print on. Typical homes for it: a wrap around the 4 oz spice jar (5.95 in round); a 4 × 9 in cello treat bag (3.75 × 6 in). Layout budget: about 14 lines of roughly 90 characters at 8 pt; with a full-size UPC-A barcode the rest of the face stays usable. The same page covers 2.25 × 5.5: rotate the artwork and choose the unwind direction in the builder.
- Rectangle
- 5.5 × 2.25 in
- 139.7 × 57.2 mm
- 12.38 sq in
Smallest run 100 = $137.92, setup $45.00 extra
Price by quantity
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $143.02 | $1.430 | $137.92 |
| 250 | $153.64 | $0.615 | $148.15 |
| 500 | $171.06 | $0.342 | $164.95 |
| 1,000 | $205.11 | $0.205 | $197.78 |
| 2,500 | $300.26 | $0.120 | $289.54 |
| 5,000 | $435.47 | $0.087 | $419.92 |
Matte white stock, CAD, tax extra – plus $45.00 per design for setup.
Good uses for the 5.5 × 2.25 in size
Wraps for 4 oz spice jars
On a 4 oz spice jar (about 1.9 in across) the 5.5 in side runs round the body with 0.45 in to spare where the ends meet.
On a 4 × 9 in cello treat bag
Covers roughly 55% of that 3.75 × 6 in area – branded without hiding the pack.
Shipping and carton labels
5.5 × 2.25 in gives an address block, a 1D barcode and handling icons room to breathe (11 lines at 10 pt).
Bag and pouch fronts
Stock bags plus 140 × 57 mm labels replace custom-printed pouches until volumes grow.
Artwork checklist
Guide lines first: 5.375 × 2.125 in for content, 1688 × 712 px for the full bleed canvas, 8 pt minimum type. Wrapped jobs: nothing important within 0.35 in of the left and right ends, where the seam lands.
Panels should be at least 5.75 × 2.5 in. Wrapping the 5.5 in side? Containers of about 1.83 in diameter and up work.
7 × 1.75 in is the next size down, and 5.5 × 2.25 in adds 1% – the larger 4.5 × 2.75 in adds 0% on top.
What 5.5 × 2.25 in labels can be printed on
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Roll sizes for 5.5 × 2.25 in labels
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 5,400 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 1,400 labels |
One label across, 3 mm between (approx.)
Questions about this size
Can a barcode fit on 5.5 × 2.25 in labels?
Yes. A UPC-A symbol fits at 100% of its nominal 1.469 in width with quiet zones, leaving about 0.95 in for text. Print bars in solid black on white or clear-on-white for reliable scans.
What do 1,000 5.5 × 2.25 in labels cost?
1,000 cost $205.11 – $0.205 a label – while the smallest run (100) is $143.02. The $45.00 artwork setup is charged once.
How many 5.5 × 2.25 in labels come on a roll?
Roughly 5,400 (3″ core) / 1,400 (1″ core) when wound single file.
Which file types work for 5.5 × 2.25 in label artwork?
PDF, AI, EPS, SVG, PNG or JPG. For raster files use 1,688 × 713 px (300 dpi), which matches the 5.625 × 2.375 in bleed size.
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