Enquire Now

General information

  • Clear TPU is a thermoplastic polyurethane, that is excellent for swimwear, lingerie and sports clothing.
  • A great choice for barcoding and is receptive to TTR (thermal transfer ribbon) technology.
  • Can be washed up to 10 times up to 60°C.
  • Dry cleaning resistant.
  • TPU is a double sided product.

Supplied Material Format

Width: 20 / 25 / 30 / 38mm
Tolerance +/- 1mm
Standard Roll Length: 110m
Joins: Red tape, Butt joined
Standard Core Size: 76mm
Application: Sew-In or Heat Press

Applications

Clothing
Handbags
Shoes
Bedding
Underwear
Wash Care Labels
Hats
Swimwear
Heat Press

Technical Specification

Material Composition: TPU
Colours: Clear
Technology: Plastic
Thickness: 200µ +/- 10µ
Coat Weight: 244g +/- 10g
Optimum Print Speed: 4 ips (100mm/s)

Storage

Temperature: 5 - 35°C (41-95°F)
Relative Humidity: 30% to 80%
Shelf Life: 12 months
Keep away from direct sunlight.

Print Method

Thermal Transfer
Rotary
Flexographic
Screen Print

Frequently Asked Questions - Labels

01

What different materials can my labels be printed onto?

We have various different materials that your labels can be printed onto, which will depend largely on what product the label is going onto and where it will be stored. The main 4 are Gloss White Polypropylene, Semi Gloss White Paper, Matt Wine Paper and Gloss Clear Polypropylene. We also print Double Sided and as a Window Sticker. Metallic materials can also be used, namely Silver Polypropylene (PP) and Silver PP with White Ink. All have different properties that make them suitable for varying applications.

02

Can you design my label for me?

Our artwork department can help you to design your label, as we have over 50 years of experience in doing so! We know what makes a label stand out on the shelves, and the information that needs to be printed on to meet government guidelines. This will be a collaborative process, that will often involve you coming to us with ideas such as colour schemes, fonts and logos. If you already have a design, we can tweak this to make it look good and work on a label!

03

Can I order blank/partially printed labels and overprint variable data myself?

Yes you can! This is what a lot of our customers do when what needs to go onto the data is variable data or personalisation. We can supply you with completely blank labels and you print everything that needs to go on the label (such as barcodes, text or sequential numbering) yourself with one of our printing machines. Alternatively, we can print more complex designs in-house, ship these rolls of labels out to you, and you can finish them with any variable data or personalisation depending on business needs.

04

Can my labels be cut into different shapes or do they have to be a standard shape, like a rectangle?

For our self-adhesive labels, we can supply you with many different shaped labels and will likely have a cutter for most label orders, if required. However there may be a small additional charge if your label design is complex and requires a custom cutter to be made. For textile labels, these are printed as a rectangle in different widths.

05

How many labels can fit onto a roll?

This will depend on the application of your label- there is no standard quantity for a roll of labels.

06

How do I fit all the information that I need to onto one label?

This is becoming an increasing challenge as guidelines change on what information needs to be included on a label. For example, in December last year GPSR came into force. This applies to all products being sold in the EU market and significantly increased the amount of information needing to go onto a label. Instead of having your whole product plastered in one huge label containing all the information, you can instead choose a Peel and Reveal label. There are multiple layers to your label, so the front can remain branding-focussed, and the fine print can be hidden from view on the inside layers, until the front is peeled away. We print high quality Peel and Reveal labels for your business, as well as double-sided textile labels that also offers a solution to this marketing and compliance challenge.

07

What different industries do you print labels for?

We print labels for businesses operating within the retail, food & beverage, automotive, chemical, pharmaceutical, security, healthcare & cosmetics, soft furnishings, education and apparel industries. This list isn’t extensive, and we are always looking for ways to diversify into new markets and produce the best labels possible to meet customer needs. Read what our customers across a variety of industries have to say about ordering labels from us.

Stay Informed with Soabar

Proof Scope
ProofScope – How To Use

We’re excited to share that we're now using ProofScope, an online platform designed to make artwork proofing faster, clearer, and...

Untitled (120 x 50 mm) (120 x 65 mm)
Job Posting: Overprinting Operator

Job Title: Overprinting Operator Location: Soabar Ltd Job Type: Preferably Full-time, Permanent, However Flexible Working & Part-time (4 days a...

about
Label Finishing Operator

Label Finishing Operator Grade: Operative Reports to: Production Manager Full time position 37.5 hours per week Objective: To assist in...

Let’s Talk Labels

Need the perfect label, printer, or software for your business? Our team is ready to help you choose the right solution, answer your questions, and provide a personalised quote. Let’s make labelling easy.

©Soabar Label Solutions 2025

Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions

Crafted by The Rutland Webdesigner.

  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • linkedin
  • x
  • youtube