The usage scenario: Universal bag packs for coffee and tea become an attractive product with self-adhesive coffee labels and tea labels
There are countless varieties of coffee and tea, and the number is growing as hot drinks become increasingly popular. What they all have in common is that they need high-quality packaging labelling that provides information about the contents and at the same time has a strong sales impact on the consumer. Universal bags are often used as packaging, which only become high-quality overall packaging with an individually printed label.
What are the functions of coffee and tea labels?
In addition to your brand message, coffee labels and tea labels should of course provide information about the contents. In addition to the character of your coffee, this also includes information about the roast, flavour or grind. In the case of tea, it can be areas of application, flavour and strength.
Eye-catching packaging and an attention-grabbing label design make your coffee and tea stand out from the competition.
Labelling requirements for coffee and tea labels
Information on the type of coffee or tea, the net quantity in grams, the best-before date and manufacturer information (distributor) are required by law. A nutritional declaration is not required for roasted coffee (whole beans or ground). For products that contain other ingredients in addition to coffee, such as sugar and flavourings, a list of ingredients (in descending order of weight) and nutritional labelling is required. This is the case for instant coffee and cappuccino powder, for example. If allergenic ingredients or additives are used, these must be emphasised in bold print or capital letters (e.g. cereals containing gluten, dairy products, nuts).
Coffee labels and tea labels in use, on different packaging:
- Good coffee packaging is sealed airtight, opaque and can also be resealed after opening. This helps to preserve the valuable coffee flavour.
- For coffee and tea produced in manufactories and coffee roasting plants, bags are often used, e.g. flat-bottom bags, quad-seal bags and stand-up pouches (doypacks).
- Two labels are often used on the packaging to accommodate the large amount of information. The front label, also known as the main label, primarily has the task of ‘selling well’. The back label contains the various information required for labelling.
Why labels - and not pre-printed bags?
The great advantage of labels is their flexibility in stock-keeping and procurement. This allows you to react quickly to changes in purchasing behaviour. And just as quickly offer promotional products, special flavours or seasonal coffees and teas. Just think of Christmas tea blends, coffee for the football World Cup or new coffee varieties that you would like to offer for testing.
The label has clear strengths here: many different types of coffee or tea, changing quantities, small and medium runs - this means that coffee bags, tea bags and, of course, tea tins can be labelled particularly economically.
What properties must the material of the labels for coffee and tea have?
It has to be attractive and printed to a high standard! But that's not all.
The coffee labels must be resistant to moisture and grease, as well as smudge-proof and scratch-resistant for later use in the kitchen, restaurant or coffee shop. Here, labels made of film material have clear advantages over paper labels.
The adhesive plays a decisive role for coffee and tea labels!!
Coffee and tea packaging is made from a wide variety of materials: Composite film packaging, coated or lacquered bags, but sustainable materials such as kraft paper are also used.
The important thing is that the coffee and tea labels must adhere firmly and securely to the uneven, smooth or rough surfaces of the bags. This requires materials that are particularly supple and equipped with a strong adhesive.
Our adhesive material from our own production is manufactured on one of the best coating lines in the world, at the same location as the label production. Our experts in development and application technology ensure that HERMA labelling materials are perfectly suited to the respective requirements. All labels for coffee and tea are produced at the Filderstadt site near Stuttgart. This enables us to offer you a secure supply chain while maintaining the highest quality.
Quality right from the start - without compromise.
At a glance: What is important when labelling coffee packaging and tea bags?
- They must adhere securely and permanently, even on uneven surfaces and in dusty filling environments
- Depending on the packaging, paper or film is used. Film labels are particularly robust and adapt flexibly to uneven surfaces.
- An additional finish makes the labels smudge-proof, scratch-proof and moisture-resistant. The matt or glossy surface also enhances the appearance of the label.
- The label materials used fulfil the food regulations (low migration).
The solution: High-quality coffee labels and tea labels, digitally printed on a roll, ideally matched to your packaging.
Labels for coffee, as well as labels for tea, are produced by HERMA using digital printing, which is flexible and ideal for a wide range of varieties and small to medium print runs. Printing several types/label designs together in one order ensures particularly economical production.
Labels for coffee packaging and labels for tea bags: easy to configure and order online
After entering the label properties and quantities, our Label Configurator shows you the price immediately and transparently, even for several types in one order. Then simply upload the print data in the order process - and you're done! Thanks to a highly automated process, the coffee and tea labels will be with you in just a few days!
Flexibility and short delivery times also ensure a smooth process for promotional products and seasonal coffee and tea varieties.
Order coffee labels and tea labels online - it's that easy:
Step 1: Configure your labels as desired.
Select the desired properties (shape, size, winding direction, material, printing, finishing, ...) in the configurator on the right and enter the number of print motifs (types) and the total quantity - the price for the selected configuration is displayed immediately!
With the BASIC print data check, we check your print data free of charge. If you order the PREMIUM data check, we will correct your print data as far as technically possible and you will receive a print approval PDF from us. If there are any errors that we cannot correct, we will contact you.
Step 2: Upload print data (PDF file) and order
Place your configured labels in the shopping basket and go to the order overview. After logging in or registering (as a new customer in the shop), enter the quantity per print motif/variety and upload the print files in PDF format. We will check your print data and contact you if any corrections are necessary.
Please note the instructions for print data transmission
Free shipping within the EU. For delivery outside the EU, these flat shipping rates apply.
Order coffee labels and tea labels online quickly and easily - with the Label Configurator >>>
Which material to choose for coffee and tea labels in the configurator?
For coffee and tea packaging made of film, we recommend using a robust and flexible film label.
- PE film, white, glossy, permanently adhesive:
secure adhesion even on curved surfaces. Resistant to dirt, oil and moisture.
Paper can also be used as a labelling material in conjunction with protective coating or lamination if the surface to be labelled is flat.
- Paper, matt, highly adhesive: ideal for all surfaces, including packaging film and plastic.
It goes without saying that the labelling materials used comply with food regulations (BfR, FDA).
Additional protection for the high-quality coffee label and tea label
For additional protection of the printed image, a matt or glossy protective coating or lamination film (laminate) should be used to ensure smudge and scratch resistance. These finishes also offer reliable protection against moisture, oil and dirt.
If you want to subsequently print the best-before date on the coffee labels or tea labels using thermal transfer printing close to production or apply it with a stamp, please choose the matt protective coating.
Have coffee labels and tea labels printed at HERMA: use our expertise for your special products, in large and small quantities.
You can use the configurator to order rectangular and round coffee labels and tea labels made from the above materials online. Digitally printed, they will be with you in just a few days.
Digital printing enables the economical production of small and medium runs of labels for coffee packaging and labels for tea bags, even with a large variety of types.
The particular flexibility of labelling offers decisive advantages for your coffee roastery or tea bottling plant. ‘Universal’ packaging purchased in large quantities is combined with the flexible coffee and tea labels supplied in varying quantities to create a coherent overall product with a high degree of flexibility. Even if the print image changes or you want to try out a new design, you are on the safe side with a labelling solution.
If you would like to use other labelling materials for your packaging, we will work with you to select the right solution for your requirements from our wide range of adhesive materials.
We also offer particularly sustainable labelling materials, such as grass paper, silicone material, recycled paper or film material made from recycled granulate.
We will also be happy to advise you on special shapes and special die-cutting and provide you with a customised quote.
Send us an e-mail with your requirements - we will get back to you.
Do you need a customised solution in terms of form and function?
Flavour protection closure labels for coffee packs
Also discover our special solutions, e.g. in the form of resealable closure labels, which ensure that the contents remain fresh for a long time and the quality of the coffee or tea is maintained even after the packaging has been opened.
At a glance: What characterises coffee labels and tea labels from HERMA?
- They adhere firmly and securely, even in damp environments or dusty filling conditions. Ideal for ‘continuous use’ on coffee packaging or tea bags.
- HERMA film labels are robust and adapt particularly well to the uneven surfaces of coffee bags and tea bags.
- The matt or gloss finish makes the labels smudge-proof, scratch-proof and moisture-resistant - and enhances the appearance of the labels.
- Digital printing is particularly economical: with a large variety of types, even in small and medium runs.
- Online ordering with the configurator and the highly automated order process ensure short delivery times and attractive prices.
- The label materials used fulfil the legal food regulations (low migration).
Configure and order customised coffee labels and tea labels online with the Label Configurator
Digitally printed roll labels in other applications
The configurator can of course also be used to define other labelling solutions and order them easily online.
- Labels for olive oil and vinegar
Robust yet supple film materials that are resistant to dirt, oil and moisture are used here. - Honey labels
High-quality labels that emphasise the character of the delicious contents - discover more on ‘Customised honey labels’. - Spice labels
Wide range of varieties, labelled with individually printed labels on a roll. For all types of spice packaging, e.g. bags, jars, aluminium cans, ceramic containers. - Labels for schnapps bottles and other spirits
High-quality content - high-quality labelling. Digitally printed labels made of paper or film - ideal for a wide range of varieties.
We would be happy to advise you on these - and many other - digital printing solutions.
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