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5.5 × 2.5 in labels
A 5.5 × 2.5 in label is 140 × 64 mm, a little smaller than a smartphone. Buyers usually put it on a wrap around the 4 oz spice jar (5.95 in round) or a 4 × 9 in cello treat bag (3.75 × 6 in). Inside the safe area there is room for about 16 lines of roughly 90 characters at 8 pt, or a full-size UPC-A barcode plus a product name. Need it the other way round? 2.5 × 5.5 is the same label turned 90°, so it is priced and ordered here.
- Rectangle
- 5.5 × 2.5 in
- 139.7 × 63.5 mm
- 13.75 sq in
$138.50 for the first 100, setup $45.00
Prices by quantity
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $143.63 | $1.436 | $138.50 |
| 250 | $155.24 | $0.621 | $149.69 |
| 500 | $174.31 | $0.349 | $168.08 |
| 1,000 | $211.56 | $0.212 | $204.00 |
| 2,500 | $315.77 | $0.126 | $304.49 |
| 5,000 | $463.98 | $0.093 | $447.41 |
CAD, matte white, pre-tax · +$45.00 setup/design
Ideas for 5.5 × 2.5 in labels
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 61% of that 3.75 × 6 in area – branded without hiding the pack.
Bin and shelf signage
Product name in 36 pt plus details fits the 5.5 in width; 12 lines of body text at 10 pt.
Gift box tops
Box lids around 6.5 × 3.5 in take it with half an inch to spare.
Artwork checklist
The smallest readable type here is about 8 pt; everything that matters belongs inside 5.375 × 2.375 in. Wrapped jobs: nothing important within 0.35 in of the left and right ends, where the seam lands.
Flat use: 5.75 × 2.75 in of face. Wrap use: about 1.83 in across or more, with 5.5 in going round.
Against 4.5 × 3 in you gain 2% more face with 5.5 × 2.5 in; going up to 5 × 2.75 in gives 0% more.
Stocks and finishes
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Rolls and cores
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 4,900 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 1,300 labels |
Approx., 3 mm between labels
Common questions
How much text fits on a 5.5 × 2.5 in label?
About 1440 characters at 8 pt (16 lines × 90), or 864 at 10 pt. Most good labels use far less – a name, one benefit and the required details.
What will 5.5 × 2.5 in stickers cost me?
Budget $143.63 for 100 or $211.56 for a thousand ($0.212 per sticker), plus a single $45.00 setup charge.
What is the maximum roll size for 5.5 × 2.5 in labels?
A full 3″-core roll carries around 4,900; small 1″ cores about 1,300. Bigger orders ship on several rolls.
What resolution is needed for 5.5 × 2.5 in labels?
300 dpi: 1,688 × 788 px. That covers the 5.625 × 2.625 in bleed area; vector PDF or SVG avoids resolution worries altogether.
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