Film Label Adhesive

Film label adhesive selection should match facestock, liner, coating method, target surface, aging condition and the required balance between holding and removability.

Application illustration of transparent PET film labels on glass bottles with die-cut label stock

Application requirements

What the adhesive route needs to handle

Facestock and liner matchingCoating process compatibilityPeel, tack and shear balanceEdge bleed and appearance control

Common substrates

PETBOPPPPPEPVCPaperGlassHDPE containers

Common failure problems

  • Label lifting
  • Adhesive bleed
  • Poor wet-out
  • Residue or surface damage
  • Unclear removable boundary

Selection logic

Start with the use case, then narrow the route by substrate, process window and failure mode.

Removable, semi-removable or permanent directionTransparent label appearanceDie cutting and liner releaseStorage and aging condition

Recommended product routes

  • FL-5068 for removable film labels
  • FL-4561 for semi-removable PET and BOPP labels
  • AC-5309H for stronger film label PSA

Sample request checklist

  • Facestock and liner
  • Target container or surface
  • Coating method
  • Removal or holding target
  • Document needs

Testing suggestions

Test with the real facestock and liner

Check die cutting, edge bleed and label lifting

Confirm peel after storage and aging

Recommended models

Related technical resources

FAQ

When should a semi-removable adhesive be tested?

Use a semi-removable route when the label needs stronger holding than a removable adhesive, then confirm removal after dwell-time testing.

Request a sample for this application

Send us your substrate, coating method and current bonding problem. We will suggest a sample route before sending detailed TDS.

Information to include

  • Facestock and liner
  • Target container or surface
  • Coating method
  • Removal or holding target
  • Document needs