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5.5 × 4 in labels
In metric, 5.5 × 4 in is 140 × 102 mm; in everyday terms, a little smaller than a 4 × 6 photo. Typical homes for it: a half-dozen cupcake box top (7.5 × 5 in); a 12 oz coffee pouch front (5.25 × 7.5 in). That is space for about 27 lines of roughly 90 characters at 8 pt – enough for a full-size UPC-A barcode with a line or two above it. 4 × 5.5 is simply this size in the other orientation – same die, same price.
- Rectangle
- 5.5 × 4 in
- 139.7 × 101.6 mm
- 22 sq in
$145.79 buys 100 (plus $45.00 setup)
Prices by quantity
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $151.19 | $1.512 | $145.79 |
| 250 | $174.13 | $0.697 | $167.92 |
| 500 | $211.87 | $0.424 | $204.31 |
| 1,000 | $285.54 | $0.286 | $275.34 |
| 2,500 | $491.94 | $0.197 | $474.37 |
| 5,000 | $787.02 | $0.157 | $758.91 |
Before tax in CAD for matte white; add $45.00 per design.
5.5 × 4 in labels: typical jobs
Half-dozen cupcake box top label
Leaves 1 in at the sides and 0.5 in top and bottom on a 7.5 × 5 in surface.
12 oz coffee pouch front label
Leaves 1 in at the sides and 0.6 in top and bottom on a 5.25 × 7.5 in surface.
Instruction panels
How-to text for kits and devices: about 2430 characters.
Catering and tray labels
Menu item, allergens and reheating notes – 21 lines at 10 pt.
Print-ready tips
Work on a 1688 × 1238 px file with a 5.375 × 3.875 in inner guide; below 8 pt, text blurs at arm's length. Leave at least 0.16 in between the cut line and any border you draw, or slight drift looks uneven.
For boxes and pouches allow 5.75 × 4.25 in of flat face. On cylinders the 5.5 in side wraps neatly once the diameter is at least 1.83 in.
Against 8 × 2.75 in you gain 0% more face with 5.5 × 4 in – going up to 11 × 2 in gives 0% more.
Available materials
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Roll counts for 5.5 × 4 in
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 3,100 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 830 labels |
Rough count: single file with a 3 mm gap
Common questions
Is 5.5x4 the same as 4x5.5?
Yes – it is one label turned 90°. We list width first (5.5 in) and height second (4 in); on a roll you choose which edge comes off first in the builder, so both orientations use this page and the same price.
What is the price of 5.5 × 4 in labels?
Today's engine price: 100 roll labels $151.19, 1,000 labels $285.54, roughly $0.286 apiece. Setup is $45.00 per artwork.
How many 5.5 × 4 in labels fit on one roll?
Up to about 3,100 on a 3″ core or 830 on a 1″ core. Fewer per roll costs the same.
How do I set up 5.5 × 4 in label artwork?
Make the canvas 1,688 × 1,238 px (300 dpi) – that is 5.625 × 4.125 in including bleed – and keep text off the outer 1/16″.
Similar sizes
- 8 × 2.75 in labels
- 11 × 2 in labels
- 9 × 2.5 in labels
- 6 × 3.75 in labels
- 5 × 4.5 in labels
- 7 × 3.25 in labels
- All label sizes
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