Custom Barcode Labels – Plain or Printed
Custom barcode labels for retail, logistics, manufacturing and more, supplied plain or pre-printed in a wide range of sizes, materials and formats to suit your application.
Made for Reliable Printing and Scanning
At Labels Plus, we manufacture barcode labels for businesses across the UK, from retailers and fulfilment operations to manufacturers managing complex supply chains.
We produce millions of labels each year in a wide range of sizes, materials and supply formats, including rolls, sheets and fan-folded packs. Labels can be supplied plain for printing in-house or pre-printed with fixed, sequential or variable barcode data.
For printed barcode work, we can check barcode compatibility and print quality before production. This helps identify potential issues with barcode size, contrast, print reproduction and the chosen label construction before labels enter use.
Where a particular barcode grade or customer specification is required, tell us at quotation stage so the appropriate checks can be agreed before production.
Barcode Types We Can Produce
We produce barcode labels compatible with all major barcode symbologies used across the UK and internationally, including:
EAN-13 & EAN-8
The standard retail barcodes used on consumer products sold in UK supermarkets and retail stores. If you need to obtain a barcode range for your products, you’ll need to register with GS1 UK – we can advise on this process and produce graphical versions of your barcodes for testing and printing.
Code 128
A versatile, high-density barcode widely used in logistics, shipping and warehouse management systems. Supports alphanumeric data and is compatible with most scanning systems.
Code 39
Commonly used in automotive, defence and healthcare industries. A reliable, widely supported symbology suitable for a range of identification and tracking applications.
QR Codes
QR codes can carry more data than traditional linear barcodes and are commonly used for product traceability, authentication, product information and digital links.
Data Matrix
Compact two-dimensional barcodes used extensively in healthcare, pharmaceuticals and electronics where small label sizes are required.
ITF-14
Used for outer case labelling and carton identification in retail supply chains. Compatible with GS1 standards for shipping and logistics.
If you use a symbology not listed here, get in touch – we work with all major barcode systems and can advise on the right approach for your application.
Choose Your Supply Format
Roll Labels
Barcode labels on rolls are the most common format for businesses running thermal transfer or direct thermal label printers.
Available in a wide range of sizes to suit your printer, core size and application. Roll labels are ideal for high-volume barcode printing in warehousing, logistics, retail and manufacturing environments.
Sheet Labels
Barcode labels on A4 sheets are compatible with standard laser and inkjet office printers, making them a practical choice for lower-volume applications or businesses that print barcodes on demand without specialist equipment.
Available in a wide range of configurations to suit your printer and label size requirements.
Fan-Folded Labels
Fan-folded barcode labels are an alternative to roll labels for businesses using industrial label printers.
The fan-fold format feeds cleanly through the printer without the need for a roll holder, making them a practical choice for certain warehouse and production line environments.
Applications Across Industry
Barcode labels are used across almost every sector. We regularly supply barcode labels to businesses in:
Retail & E-Commerce
Product labelling, shelf edge labels, price labels and despatch labels for online orders.
Logistics & Warehousing
Shipping labels, pallet labels, location labels and asset tracking labels for distribution centres and fulfilment operations.
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Patient identification, sample tracking, medication and equipment labels produced to the precision healthcare environments require.
Food & Drink
Manufacturing batch coding labels, traceability labels and outer case labels for food production and distribution.
Manufacturing & Engineering
Asset labels, component identification labels, work-in-progress labels and compliance labels for production and quality control processes.
Automotive
Part identification labels, serialisation labels and compliance labels compatible with automotive industry standards.
Materials for Different Environments
Choosing the right material ensures your barcode labels remain scannable throughout their intended lifespan. We produce barcode labels in a range of materials to suit different applications and environments:
Standard White Paper: Suitable for indoor applications where labels are unlikely to encounter moisture, chemicals or extreme temperatures. A cost-effective option for retail shelf labels, office use and short-term product identification, also used for shipping, address and box identification.
Thermal Transfer Paper: Designed for use with a thermal transfer ribbon. When matched with the appropriate ribbon, it provides a durable print suitable for logistics, warehousing, manufacturing and general product identification.
Polypropylene (PP) Film: A moisture-resistant, tear-resistant synthetic material suited to products and environments where standard paper is unlikely to provide sufficient durability.
Polyester (PET) Film: A highly durable, chemical-resistant material suited to harsh industrial environments.
Recommended for asset tracking, equipment labelling and applications where labels need to withstand extreme temperatures or aggressive cleaning processes.
High-Temperature Materials: Specialist materials designed for labels that need to withstand very high temperatures, such as those used in automotive, manufacturing or sterilisation applications.
Get a Quote for Your Barcode Labels
Ready to order or want to discuss your requirements first? Get in touch with the Labels Plus team. We produce millions of labels every year and have extensive experience producing barcode labels for different printers, materials and applications.
Everything You Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions About Barcode Labels
1. What information do you need to quote for barcode labels?
To provide an accurate quote, we’ll usually need your label size, quantity, preferred material or application, supply format and whether the labels will be supplied plain or pre-printed.
If you’re printing the labels yourself, it also helps to know your printer make and model. For specialist applications, we may ask about the surface the label is being applied to, temperature range, moisture or chemical exposure, and any barcode or variable-data requirements.
2. Can you print sequential or variable barcode data?
Yes. We can produce barcode labels with sequential numbering, serial numbers, variable text, changing barcode data and other variable information where required.
This is commonly used for asset tracking, stock control, product traceability, logistics and identification applications. Send us the data format or numbering sequence you need and we can advise on the most suitable production method.
3. Can you check barcode scannability before production?
Yes. For printed barcode work, we can check barcode compatibility and print quality before production. If you have a specific barcode grade, retailer requirement or customer specification that must be met, let us know when requesting a quote so the appropriate checks can be agreed before production.
Get in touch with your requirements and we’ll advise on the best approach.
4. Can I test samples before placing a full order?
Yes. We can provide samples so you can assess the label material, adhesive, print quality and suitability for your application before committing to a larger production run.
For applications involving specialist surfaces, printers, cold storage, moisture or demanding environments, testing a sample first can be particularly useful.
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