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High-performance permanent adhesives for labels

We offer high‑performance permanent label adhesives that deliver reliable, long‑lasting adhesion across demanding applications, helping customers reduce risk, ensure compliance, and keep labels securely in place throughout the product lifecycle.

Reliable adhesion for labels that must stay in place

Permanent pressure‑sensitive adhesives are used when labels need to remain securely attached throughout the entire product lifecycle. In applications where label failure could compromise traceability, compliance, safety, or brand trust, consistent and durable adhesion is essential.

UPM permanent adhesives are engineered to deliver reliable, long‑lasting adhesion across demanding applications and environments. Developed with deep adhesive expertise and validated under real‑world conditions, our adhesive solutions help reduce risk of label failure while meeting performance, regulatory, and sustainability expectations.

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Engineered for consistent label performance

Key benefits of permanent adhesives

Long‑lasting adhesion that supports product identification and traceability
Reduced risk of label failure in demanding environments
Consistent converting and dispensing performance, including high‑speed applications
Reliable adhesion across common substrates, such as glass, plastics, and metals

These benefits help you label with confidence throughout the product’s lifecycle.

Typical applications

Permanent label adhesives are commonly used in:

Food and beverage packaging
Pharmaceutical and healthcare labeling
Logistics and industrial labeling
Consumer goods requiring durable, non‑removable labels

Permanent adhesive temperature performance

Our permanent adhesives are engineered to deliver reliable label performance across ambient, chilled, deep‑frozen and high temperature conditions, helping you select the right solution for each application with confidence.

Ambient temperature – Reliable adhesion for everyday labeling conditions

Designed for products manufactured, stored, and sold at typical room temperatures
Delivers consistent adhesion across common packaging materials, including glass, metal, paper, and plastics
Supports stable dispensing and label appearance during standard printing and application processes

Chilled applications – Secure label performance in refrigerated environments

Engineered for chilled food and beverage labeling where moisture and low temperatures challenge adhesion
Maintains strong bond strength while supporting label clarity and visual appeal

Deep‑frozen applications – Dependable adhesion in extreme cold and frozen storage

Developed for deep‑freeze and ultra‑cold conditions, including pharmaceutical and laboratory use
Provides strong, durable bonding on plastic containers such as PP tubes
Resistant to thermal shock and suitable for long‑term frozen storage environments

High temperature – Reliable label adhesion under heat and thermal stress

Designed for applications exposed to elevated temperatures during product use, storage, or processing
Maintains adhesion strength and internal cohesion to prevent label lifting or failure under heat
Suitable for labels requiring long‑term durability in demanding environments where temperature resistance is critical

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Proven expertise you can trust

Decades of adhesive expertise across diverse label end uses
A proven global track record, trusted by converters and brand owners worldwide
Systematic testing and validation to ensure reliable performance under relevant real‑world conditions
Compatibility with recycling‑ready label constructions, where applicable, aligned with approved sustainability and compliance guidelines

Our proven and tested adhesive expertise enables customers to rely on consistent adhesive performance with confidence.

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