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Reliable label materials for logistics and e‑commerce operations

High-performance logistics label materials that support accurate tracking, reliable adhesion, and efficient labeling processes throughout the entire logistics journey.

Built for demanding logistics environments

In logistics and e‑commerce, label performance is critical to keeping supply chains moving efficiently. Labels must remain readable, securely attached, and operational across storage, transport, and delivery, often under challenging conditions. From warehouses to last-mile delivery, logistics labels are exposed to temperature changes, humidity, mechanical handling, and long transit times.

To perform reliably, label materials must:

Maintain adhesion on substrates such as corrugated cardboard, cartons, and pallets
Protect variable data to ensure consistent scanability and traceability
Withstand environmental stress across storage and transport conditions

Choosing the right logistics label materials construction is essential to ensure operational efficiency and avoid disruptions across the supply chain.

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Label materials engineered for reliable logistics performance

Reliable adhesion across complex supply chains

Adhesive labels for shipping engineered to maintain strong adhesion on substrates such as corrugated cardboard, cartons and pallets throughout transport and handling.

Consistent print and scan performance

Ensure reliable readability and data integrity across logistics workflows, with solutions compatible with direct thermal, thermal transfer and digital printing technologies.

Efficient processing in automated labeling systems

Supports smooth converting, printing and application in high-volume environments, with technologies such as UPM OptiCut® for linerless labels, enabling clean cutting, reduced adhesive build-up and stable print-and-apply performance.

UPM OptiCut™

Print and apply performance made easy by UPM OptiCut adhesive technologies for linerless labels

With UPM OptiCut adhesive technologies, you get:

Reliable performance in automated labeling systems
Lower maintenance needs and longer service cycles
Minimal adhesive build-up on the printer's cutting blades
Strong adhesion on corrugated cardboard and other common logistics packaging materials

Learn more about UPM OptiCut solutions in the regional product overview:

Americas EMEIA

Supporting every stage of logistics and e‑commerce workflows

UPM label materials support reliable performance across key logistics workflows – from storage and transport to fulfilment, returns and postal services.

Storage and warehousing

Ensure consistent readability and adhesion during long-term storage, even in fluctuating temperature and humidity conditions, helping protect critical data from degradation over time.

Transport and security

Support accurate tracking, authentication and secure handling across distribution networks with durable label constructions, including tamper-evident and variable information label solutions for efficient logistics processes in both regional and global operations.

E‑commerce fulfilment and returns

Enable efficient fulfilment and streamlined returns processes while supporting cost and waste reduction with solutions compatible with digital and on-demand printing workflows for high-volume operations.

Multitac multilayer labels for logistics and e-commerce

Track, deliver and return shipments accurately with Multitac, UPM Raflatac's multilayer label. Two self-adhesive layers can be removed and reapplied as needed, carrying scannable codes and delivery data across parcels, documents and boxes. Built for logistics and e-commerce, and equally suited to direct mail, promotions and pharma.

Labels for postal networks

We work with designers and brands worldwide to advise on the right materials for postal stamp designs, backed by global resources and delivery network connections. It's why UPM Raflatac is a first-class choice for postal businesses that want quality and reliability without heavy stock commitments.

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Why converters rely on our logistics and e-commerce label materials

Reliable performance across the supply chain
Ensure strong adhesion and durability across different environments, supporting consistent scanability and traceability from origin to destination.
Efficient high-volume processing
Support smooth printing, converting and application in fast-paced logistics environments, helping reduce errors and maintain operational flow.
Reduced maintenance and downtime
Technologies engineered for clean processing help minimise interruptions, supporting longer service cycles and more stable production performance.
Flexibility for evolving logistics needs
Provide solutions compatible with different printing technologies and packaging formats, enabling adaptation to changing logistics requirements.

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