Custom Product Labels Canada | Waterproof Packaging Labels, Roll Labels, Food Labels

Professional custom product labels for Canadian businesses. Waterproof labels for bottles, jars, boxes, and bags. Health Canada compliant food labels, cosmetic labels, and retail packaging labels Canada. Roll labels, sheet labels, die cut stickers — starting at 100 labels, no setup fees.

What Are Custom Product Labels?

Custom product labels are adhesive stickers printed with your brand identity and product information:

• Brand Elements: Logo, company name, tagline, website, social media
• Product Info: Product name, flavor/scent, size/weight, lot number
• Regulatory: Ingredients, nutrition facts, allergen warnings, bilingual French/English
• Marketing: "Handmade", "Organic", "Made in Ontario", QR codes to product stories
• Barcodes: UPC codes for retail scanning, SKU codes for inventory

Waterproof Labels — Materials Comparison

Label Material	Best For	Durability	Price/100
BOPP Waterproof Labels	Bottles, jars, squeeze containers, refrigerated products	Dishwasher safe, freezer safe, no bubbling	$45-$95
Vinyl Product Labels	Outdoor products, farm goods, weatherproof needs	UV-resistant, 5-7 years outdoor, oil-proof	$55-$110
Matte Paper Labels	Dry goods, boxes, bags, artisan/handmade aesthetic	Indoor use, matte finish, writable surface	$35-$75
Clear Transparent Labels	See-through product display, minimalist branding	Water-resistant, product shows through label	$50-$100

Food Labels — Health Canada Compliance

Food product labels that meet CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) requirements:

Required Food Label Elements:

• Product Name: Common name (e.g., "Strawberry Jam") in both English and French
• Net Quantity: Weight/volume in metric (250 mL, 500 g) and imperial (8.8 oz)
• Ingredient List: Descending order by weight, allergens bolded (bilingual)
• Nutrition Facts Table: Health Canada format, calories, fats, sodium, etc.
• Allergen Warnings: "Contains: Milk, Eggs" or "May contain: Nuts"
• Best Before Date: Space for date stamping or printed date
• Dealer Name & Address: Business name, city, province, postal code

Food Label Categories We Print:

• Jam & Preserves: Fruit content %, sugar levels, artisan branding
• Hot Sauce & Condiments: Spice level, Scoville rating, ingredient transparency
• Baked Goods: Allergen-free claims, vegan/gluten-free, farmers market ready
• Honey & Maple Syrup: Pure honey claims, grade labeling, apiary location
• Pickles & Ferments: Probiotic info, fermentation details, craft pickle pride

Free Service: We format nutrition facts tables to Health Canada standards (provide nutritional data, we design label)

Waterproof Bottle Labels — BOPP vs Vinyl

Why waterproof labels matter for beverage and liquid products:

BOPP Labels (Recommended for Bottles):

• Waterproof: Won't bubble, peel, or fade in ice baths, coolers, refrigerators
• Glossy Finish: Premium look, colors pop, professional shelf presence
• Dishwasher Safe: Reusable glass bottles survive home dishwashers
• Oil Resistant: Lotion bottles, cooking oils, essential oils won't degrade labels
• Flexible: Conforms to curved bottles, squeeze containers, odd shapes

Vinyl Labels (Heavy-Duty Alternative):

• UV Resistant: Outdoor farm products, garden center goods, sun exposure
• Extreme Durability: 5-7 years outdoor (vs BOPP 2-3 years)
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +150°C (extreme cold storage to heat packing)
• Chemical Resistant: Cleaning products, automotive fluids, industrial goods

Roll Labels vs Sheet Labels — Which Format?

Choose between roll labels and sheet labels based on application:

📜 Roll Labels (High Volume):

• Label Applicator Compatible: Works with manual, semi-auto, and auto applicators
• 3" Core Standard: Fits most label dispensers (1000-5000 labels per roll)
• Faster Application: Peel-and-stick from roll (vs peeling from sheets)
• Cost Effective: 500+ labels cheaper per unit than sheets
• Best For: Production lines, bottling operations, high-volume packaging

📄 Sheet Labels (Small Batch):

• Small Quantities: 100-500 labels economical in sheet format
• Multiple Designs: Print variety of products on same sheet
• Hand Application: Perfect for farmers markets, Etsy orders, craft batches
• Storage: Sheets store flat, easier than large rolls
• Best For: Startups, seasonal products, test batches, artisan goods

Packaging Labels Canada — Custom Shapes & Die Cuts

Die cut product stickers for brand differentiation:

• Circle Labels: 2", 3", 4" rounds perfect for jar lids, bottle caps
• Oval Labels: Classic jam jar shape, vintage aesthetic, front-of-package
• Rectangle Labels: Standard front panel, wrap-around bottles, boxes
• Custom Die Cuts: Logo shapes, product silhouettes, unique brand identity
• Kiss Cut Sheets: Custom shapes on sheets, hand-peel backing, artisan look

Die Cut Minimums: Standard shapes (circle, oval, rectangle) = 100 labels | Custom unique shapes = 500 labels

Barcode Labels — Retail Ready Product Stickers

Add barcodes to custom product labels for retail distribution:

• UPC Barcodes: Universal product codes for retail POS scanning (Sobeys, Loblaws, Metro)
• QR Codes: Link to product stories, recipes, ingredient sourcing, Instagram
• SKU Codes: Internal inventory management, warehouse tracking
• Batch/Lot Numbers: Variable data printing, traceability, recall management
• Date Codes: Best before, production date, expiry (static or variable)

Barcode Services: We generate UPC codes ($25), verify scannability, and test with retail scanners before printing

Custom Product Labels — Industry Examples

We print packaging labels Canada for every industry:

🍯 Food & Beverage Labels:

• Jam, jelly, preserves (fruit content, nutrition facts, bilingual)
• Hot sauce, BBQ sauce (Scoville rating, spice level, ingredient lists)
• Craft beer, cider (alcohol %, brewery info, beer style)
• Honey (pure honey claims, apiary location, floral source)
• Maple syrup (grade, sugar shack name, Ontario/Quebec pride)

🧴 Cosmetic & Body Product Labels:

• Lotion, cream (ingredient lists, vegan/cruelty-free claims)
• Soap bars (handmade, essential oils, scent descriptions)
• Bath bombs (ingredients, skin benefits, Instagram-worthy designs)
• Candles (soy wax, burn time, safety warnings, scent profiles)
• Essential oils (dilution ratios, aromatherapy benefits, warnings)

🌱 Farm & Garden Product Labels:

• Seeds (planting instructions, harvest time, heirloom varieties)
• Plant care (fertilizer, pest control, organic certifications)
• Farm goods (free-range eggs, grass-fed, farm location)

🏭 Retail & Manufacturing Labels:

• Handmade crafts (Etsy seller branding, care instructions)
• Pet products (ingredients, dosage, animal safety)
• Cleaning products (usage instructions, hazard symbols, eco-friendly)

Small Business Friendly — Low Minimums, No Setup Fees

Why small businesses choose our custom product labels:

• 100 Label Minimum: Test market your product without $500+ orders
• No Setup Fees: Standard shapes (round, oval, rectangle) print at no extra cost
• Free Design Help: We format nutrition facts, adjust artwork, fix file issues
• Sample Proofs: 10-label sample pack ($25) before committing to full order
• Flexible Reorders: Same artwork, different quantities (scale as you grow)
• Volume Discounts: 500+ labels = 15% off, 1000+ = 25% off, 5000+ = 35% off

Product Label Design — DIY or Full Service

Design options for packaging labels Canada:

🎨 DIY Design (Bring Your Files):

• Accepted Formats: PDF, AI, EPS (vector preferred), high-res PNG/JPG
• Bleed & Margins: We add 1/8" bleed, check 1/4" safe zone for text
• Color Matching: Pantone or CMYK (we proof colors before printing)
• Free File Check: We review for print readiness, flag issues, suggest fixes

🖌️ Full Design Service:

• From Scratch: Provide logo, colors, product info — we design label ($150-$400)
• Template Customization: Choose label template, we add your branding ($75)
• Nutrition Facts Formatting: Provide data, we create Health Canada table (free with order)
• Bilingual Translation: English label, we add French ($50 translation + layout)
• Barcode Generation: We create UPC, test scannability, integrate in design ($25)

Rush Product Labels — Fast Turnaround for Launch Deadlines

Need waterproof labels fast? We offer rush service:

• Standard: 5-7 Business Days: Design approval to shipped labels
• Rush: 48-72 Hours: +$75 rush fee, artwork must be print-ready
• Emergency Same-Day: St. Catharines pickup only, +$150, call for availability
• Pre-Launch Testing: Order sample labels, test on product, refine, then bulk order

Farmers Market Product Labels — Artisan & Handmade

Custom product labels for local food producers:

• Small Batch Friendly: 100-200 jar labels for weekend market inventory
• Handmade Aesthetic: Kraft paper labels, matte finishes, artisan typography
• Quick Reorders: Sold out Saturday? Reorder Monday, pickup Friday
• Seasonal Products: Different labels for strawberry (June) vs peach (August) jam
• Local Pride: "Made in Niagara", "Ontario Fruit", "Niagara-grown" messaging

Label Application Tips — Getting Professional Results

How to apply product labels without bubbles or wrinkles:

1. Clean Surface: Wipe bottles/jars with alcohol, dry completely (oil = no stick)
2. Room Temperature: Apply labels and store products at 18-22°C for 24hrs (adhesive cure time)
3. Center Alignment: Mark bottle center with light pencil or use label applicator jig
4. Peel & Stick: Remove backing, align one edge, slowly roll label onto surface
5. Squeegee: Use credit card or squeegee from center outward (push air bubbles to edges)
6. Curved Bottles: Warm label slightly with hair dryer (helps conform to curves)

Packaging Labels Canada — Serving Small Businesses Coast to Coast

We ship custom product labels Canada-wide:

• Ontario: Same-day pickup St. Catharines, next-day Toronto/GTA
• Quebec: 2-3 day delivery Montreal, Quebec City, Gatineau
• Western Canada: 3-5 days Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
• Maritimes: 4-6 days Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland
• Free Shipping: Orders over $150 (most label orders qualify)

Order Custom Product Labels Today

Ready to label your products professionally? Browse waterproof labels, food labels, and packaging labels Canada below. Starting at 100 labels, Health Canada compliant, and rush service available.

Need Label Design or Nutrition Facts Help? Call 905-246-5808 for free label consultation. We help small businesses create compliant, beautiful product labels that sell. From farmers market jams to retail shelves — we print labels that work.

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