Everything You Need to Know About Water Soluble Label Stock

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WATER SOLUBLE LABEL STOCK

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WATER SOLUBLE LABEL STOCK

With increasing concern about waste and climate change, many businesses are looking for ways to make their processes more eco-friendly. SmartSolve pressure sensitive label stock provides a simple way for businesses to reduce their waste footprint, while still providing attractive labeling for their products.

Unlike traditional labels, SmartSolve’s water soluble label stock has the advantage of dissolving in water. Our labels are comprised of sustainable and non-toxic materials; they can disperse almost instantly based on the amount of water exposure. Made from a unique combination of wood pulp and a special kind of cellulose, water soluble label stock presents a print surface which allows for endless varieties of customized printing.

The Advantages of Water Soluble Label Stock

Aside from the obvious advantage of being environmentally friendly, water soluble label stock also has several other benefits:

  • It disperses in 30 seconds, regardless of water temperature
  • SmartSolve water soluble label stock leaves no adhesive residue, thereby enabling seamless container reuse
  • SmartSolve materials are FSC certified
  • All materials have a shelf life of 12 months
  • Withstands a wide range of temperatures, as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit or as high as 176 degrees Fahrenheit

Water soluble label stock has the advantage of being able to print on virtually any web or sheet fed press, including but not limited to:

  • Dry offset
  • Digital
  • Letterpress
  • Flexography

SmartSolve’s water soluble paper had no special requirements with regard to equipment, and it accepts both water and oil-based inks equally. Keep in mind, however, that water-soluble inks are recommended, so that when the paper vanishes, so does the print.

Who Can Benefit From Water Soluble Paper?

Water soluble labels can be advantageous in virtually any business environment, but it is especially helpful for those who reuse their containers, such as those who:

  • Rotate food
  • Use temporary or in-process labeling

Dispersible labels serve virtually any industry, including:

  • Laboratories
  • Food service
  • Graphic design
  • Food and beverage
  • Manufacturing

SmartSolve has a standard catalog of labels and options, but it also welcomes the opportunity to help you develop a customized solution for your business.

Water soluble label stock offers a combination of unique advantages, from sustainability to convenience. Its flexible design makes it a perfect fit for a variety of presses and both water and oil-based inks. With unrivaled options for customization and container reusability, it is no surprise that businesses from all sectors are embracing dissolvable technology.

Working toward a smaller environmental footprint is a great first step for any business. SmartSolve can help your business be more environmentally friendly and efficient with the use of its water soluble label stock. Check out our blog for additional information about our other product offerings or please contact us.