Our durable drum and barrel labels with aggressive adhesives bond permanently to the rough surfaces of steel and plastic containers. Able to handle the harshest of transport and storage abuse, including extreme weather and salt-water immersion. Whether you print your own drum labels, or have us print them for you, we have solutions for all your drum label needs!
We provide labels for barrels and drums of:
- Chemicals
- Pharmaceuticals
- Petroleum
- Explosives, flammable, or combustible substances
- And more!
The Label Experts also have extensive experience helping our customers navigate the many labeling standards for drums storing hazardous materials:
- EPA, OSHA, GHS, and the DOT
- British Standards BS5609 for hazardous chemicals transported by marine shipment
- “Right-To-Know” & National Fire Protection Agency requirements
Recommended Material | Description |
626 – Gloss White Polyester | Specially engineered industrial film with excellent chemical & solvent resistance. High performance adhesive. Excellent print results & durability with B&W or color.
*Works on textured, rounded surfaces, HSE & LSE plastics, powder coatings, slightly oily metals. RoHS, REACH & BS5609, Section 2 Compliant. Minimum Application Temp: 50°F (10°C) Temp. Range: -40°F to 300°F (-40°C to 149°C) Outdoor Durable: should handle up to two years |
1380 – Matte White Vinyl | Flexible outdoor durable label with good abrasion & water resistance. Perfect for UV inkjet color preprints on GHS labels.
*Bonds well to plastic, metal, powder coated paint, fiberglass & is good for product identification, safety & compliance labels. RoHS & REACH Compliant. Minimum Application Temp: 50°F (10°C) Temp. Range: -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C) Outdoor Durable: 2 to 5 years |
645 – Matte White Polypropylene | A good cost alternative for outdoor applications, durable & strong. Offers superior print quality including color GHS preprints. It has a premium all-temp drum adhesive with high initial tack.
*For LSE plastics, painted metal, fiber drums & textured surfaces, it works on warehouse racks, asset labels, product marking & drum labeling. RoHS, REACH & BS5609, Section 2 Compliant. Minimum Application Temp: -10°F (23°C) Temp. Range: -65°F to 200°F (-54°C to 93°C) Outdoor Durable: 2 years |
* Note: For extra protection, a clear overlaminate can be added to thermal transfer labels.