What are the main factors in the cost of self-adhesive label printing

The main factors of the cost of self-adhesive label printing include the following aspects:

1. Material cost

Face paper, glue, base paper, etc. : The material cost of self-adhesive labels is the basis, the cost of different materials is different, and the quality and characteristics of materials will also affect the price. For example, the cost of paper labels is relatively low, while the cost of high-grade plastic or metal labels is higher.

Ink: The ink used in the printing process is also part of the cost, and the type and quality of ink will affect the printing effect and cost.

Two, printing method and color number

Printing method: There are various printing methods of self-adhesive labels, including offset printing, letterpress printing, screen printing, flexographic printing, etc. The cost of different printing methods varies, for example, flexographic printing costs are relatively low, but may not be suitable for all types of labels.

Number of colors: The number of colors of the label is also an important factor affecting the cost. The more colors, the higher the printing cost, because more printing plates and time are needed to complete.

3. Size and shape

Size: The larger the size of the label, the more materials required, and the higher the cost naturally.

Shape: Conventional rectangular and circular labels are simple to make and low in cost; Irregular shape labels require special molds, which increases the difficulty and cost of production.

4. Process requirements

Special process: If the customer has special process requirements, such as hot stamping, UV, laminating, etc., these will increase the cost. Because these special processes require additional equipment and time to complete.

V. Quantity

Production volume: Generally speaking, the higher the quantity, the lower the cost. Because the fixed costs in the production process can be spread over more products, thus reducing the unit cost. However, if the quantity is too small, it may cause the unit price to rise, because small batch production requires greater flexibility and cost.

6. Other costs

Transportation and distribution costs: The logistics costs required to deliver finished labels to customers, including packaging, transportation and distribution costs.

Administrative expenses: covers the compensation and office expenses of management personnel such as finance and sales.

Other expenses: such as water and electricity costs, maintenance costs, etc.

In summary, the cost of self-adhesive label printing is determined by a number of factors. In order to reduce costs, enterprises can start from the optimization of raw material procurement, improve printing efficiency, reasonable planning of production batches, the use of appropriate printing methods and process requirements. At the same time, strengthening financial management and cost control is also an important means to reduce the printing cost of self-adhesive labels.