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6.5 × 2.5 in labels
In metric, 6.5 × 2.5 in is 165 × 64 mm; in everyday terms, a little smaller than a banknote. It is a natural fit for a half-dozen cupcake box top (7.5 × 5 in) and a 12 oz coffee pouch front (5.25 × 7.5 in). That is space for about 16 lines of roughly 108 characters at 8 pt – enough for a full-size UPC-A barcode with a line or two above it. Need it the other way round? 2.5 × 6.5 is the same label turned 90°, so it is priced and ordered here.
- Rectangle
- 6.5 × 2.5 in
- 165.1 × 63.5 mm
- 16.25 sq in
100 pcs from $141.90; $45.00 once for setup
Cost of 6.5 × 2.5 in labels
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $147.15 | $1.472 | $141.90 |
| 250 | $164.09 | $0.656 | $158.23 |
| 500 | $191.94 | $0.384 | $185.09 |
| 1,000 | $246.31 | $0.246 | $237.52 |
| 2,500 | $398.60 | $0.159 | $384.36 |
| 5,000 | $615.69 | $0.123 | $593.70 |
Before tax in CAD for matte white; add $45.00 per design.
Good uses for the 6.5 × 2.5 in size
On a half-dozen cupcake box top
Covers roughly 43% of that 7.5 × 5 in area – branded without hiding the pack.
On a 12 oz coffee pouch front
Covers roughly 41% of that 5.25 × 7.5 in area – branded without hiding the pack.
Shipping and carton labels
Address, tracking barcode and icons: 12 lines at 10 pt on 165 × 64 mm.
Promotional decals
At 165 × 64 mm it reads from 7.5 ft; artwork should be 1988 × 788 px.
Artwork checklist
Guide lines first: 6.375 × 2.375 in for content, 1988 × 788 px for the full bleed canvas, 8 pt minimum type. Group the must-read items in the top 1.5 in so they show even when products are stacked.
Fit check: as a front label it needs a flat panel of about 6.75 × 2.75 in; wrapped around a bottle, the 6.5 in length suits containers from roughly 2.15 in diameter up.
Area-wise 6.5 × 2.5 in beats 8 × 2 in by 2%, while 5 × 3.25 in offers another 0%.
Materials for 6.5 × 2.5 in labels
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Roll counts for 6.5 × 2.5 in
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 4,900 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 1,300 labels |
Rough count: single file with a 3 mm gap
6.5 × 2.5 in label questions
Is 6.5x2.5 the same as 2.5x6.5?
Same label, different orientation. 6.5 × 2.5 in rotated is 2.5 × 6.5 in; the price does not change, and the unwind direction you choose decides how it feeds off the roll.
How much are 6.5 × 2.5 in roll labels?
Starting at $147.15 (100 pcs); a run of 1,000 is $246.31, or $0.246 per label. Add $45.00 one-time setup.
What is the maximum roll size for 6.5 × 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 size should my artwork be for 6.5 × 2.5 in labels?
6.625 × 2.625 in with bleed, which is 1,988 × 788 px at 300 dpi. Keep words 1/16″ inside the edge.
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