Cut-and-stack labels are a versatile and cost-effective option for canned foods, glass jars, beverages and household products. They are made by printing designs onto large sheets which are then (as their name suggests) cut and stacked. The advantages of cut-and-stack or general labels include durability, multiple design options and suitability for large printing volumes. 

There are several options for facestock when it comes to general labels. Paper is an economical and eco-friendly choice for brands who are committed to ensuring their products are fully recyclable. It also has the advantage of being easy to customize and convert using conventional machinery. Paper does however come with one disadvantage: its low innate durability, which makes it more susceptible to tears and moisture damage than other options. 

The main alternative to paper labels is synthetic facestock containing plastic polymers. Synthetic labels tend to be more durable than plain paper and can be used to create eye-catching finishes that stand out on the shelves. Unfortunately they can’t be easily recycled, which is off-putting to consumers who are increasingly concerned by the sustainability of the products they purchase.

Thankfully, there’s a third option out there: metallized paper, which offers the best of both worlds. Our metallized cut-and-stack labels are based on paper that has been vaporized with a microscopic layer of aluminium, enabling them to combine performance, durability and bright glossy shelf appeal with 100% recyclability.