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12 × 4 in labels
Think of 12 × 4 in as a slim strip about 3 times as long as it is tall – 305 × 102 mm, or 48 square inches of artwork. Text-wise, plan on about 27 lines of roughly 203 characters at 8 pt; a full-size UPC-A barcode fits too. Ordering 4 wide by 12 tall? Use this page and set the orientation on your artwork.
- Rectangle
- 12 × 4 in
- 304.8 × 101.6 mm
- 48 sq in
From $163.49 for 100 labels + $45.00 one-time setup
12 × 4 in label prices
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $169.54 | $1.695 | $163.49 |
| 250 | $220.14 | $0.881 | $212.28 |
| 500 | $303.41 | $0.607 | $292.57 |
| 1,000 | $465.88 | $0.466 | $449.24 |
| 2,500 | $921.68 | $0.369 | $888.76 |
| 5,000 | $1,537.60 | $0.308 | $1,482.69 |
Before tax in CAD for matte white; add $45.00 per design.
Good uses for the 12 × 4 in size
Box-top graphics
Brand a plain mailer box lid; artwork at 3638 × 1238 px.
Product sheets as stickers
A full sell sheet – 27 lines at 8 pt – stuck straight onto a sample case.
Inside-window posters
Hours and promotions facing out through a window at 305 × 102 mm.
Pallet and tote labels
Contents, destination and a large barcode on 48 sq in.
Before you design
The smallest readable type here is about 8 pt; everything that matters belongs inside 11.875 × 3.875 in. Use the full 12 in length for one line rather than stacking 27 tiny ones.
Panels should be at least 12.25 × 4.25 in. Wrapping the 12 in side? Containers of about 3.9 in diameter and up work.
12 × 4 in is 0% larger in area than 8 × 6 in, and 10 × 5 in is 4% bigger still. Expect around $57.99 more per 1,000 for the larger 10 × 5 in.
Paper and film options for 12 × 4 in
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Core and roll options
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 3,100 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 830 labels |
One wide, 3 mm apart (estimate)
12 × 4 in label questions
How much text fits on a 12 × 4 in label?
At 8 pt, roughly 27 lines of 203 characters inside a 1/8 in safe margin; at 10 pt about 21 lines of 162. Shorter lines with more space read faster on a shelf.
Is there a minimum order for 12 × 4 in labels?
Yes, 100 labels; that run is $169.54. At 1,000 you pay $465.88, near $0.466 apiece, and artwork setup adds $45.00 once.
Can I get 12 × 4 in labels on a 1 inch core?
Yes – roughly 830 max on 1″ (handheld dispensers), versus 3,100 on the standard 3″ core.
What resolution is needed for 12 × 4 in labels?
300 dpi: 3,638 × 1,238 px. That covers the 12.125 × 4.125 in bleed area; vector PDF or SVG avoids resolution worries altogether.
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