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Key Features- Durability: Unparalleled smear and scratch resistance
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact, UL certified
- Resistance: Repeated freeze and thaw cycles, chemical exposure
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Zebra 0.75" x 1.5" PolyPro 3000T Thermal Transfer Label | For Industrial Printers | Case of 1 Roll - 2,000 Labels per RollSKU: 10023325
Key Features- Size: 0.75" x 1.5" (width x height)
- Material: Thermal Transfer Polypropylene, Permanent Adhesive
- Temperature Range: -54°C to 80°C (-65°F to 200°F)
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Key Features- Size: 4" x 6"
- Material: PolyPro 3000T Thermal Transfer Label, Permanent Acrylic Adhesive
- Temperature Range: -54°C to 80°C (-65°F to 200°F)
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Zebra 1.5" x 0.75" 8000T CryoCool Thermal Transfer Label | For Industrial Printers | Case of 4 Rolls - 7,700 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPCCT10043964
Key Features- Size: 1.5" x 0.75"
- Extreme Temperature Range: -196°C to 88°C (-320°F to 190°F)
- Quantity: Case of 4 rolls, 7700 labels per roll
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Key Features- Durability: Unparalleled smear and scratch resistance
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact, UL certified
- Resistance: Excellent chemical and extreme temperature resistance
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Key Features- Size: 1.5" x 0.5" (width x height)
- Material: Z-Ultimate 4000T Gloss Polyester, High-Tack Adhesive
- Quantity: Case of 1 roll, 10,000 labels per roll
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Key Features- Durability: UL-certified, high-heat and chemical resistant
- Temperature Resistance: -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F)
- Print Durability: Unparalleled smear and scratch resistance
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Key Features- Size: 50.8 mm x 25.4 mm (2" x 1")
- Material: Thermal Transfer Gloss Polyester, Acrylic Adhesive
- Quantity: Case of 4 rolls, 5,570 labels per roll
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Zebra 1" x 1.5" PolyPro 3000T Thermal Transfer Label | For Desktop Printers | Case of 1 Roll - 1,450 Labels per RollSKU: 10023329
Key Features- Material: PolyPro 3000T thermal transfer matte polypropylene
- Temperature Range: -54°C to 80°C (-65°F to 200°F)
- FDA Compliance: Meets 175.105 for indirect food contact
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Key Features- Material: PolyPro 3000T, white matte, permanent acrylic adhesive
- Temp Range: -54°C to 80°C (-65°F to 200°F)
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact
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Key Features- Size: 2.75" x 1.25"
- Material: Z-Ultimate 4000T High-Tack Silver Polyester
- Adhesive: High-tack permanent acrylic with FDA 175.105 compliance
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Zebra 2" x 1.25" 8000T CryoCool Thermal Transfer Label | For Desktop Printers | Case of 16 Rolls - 2,200 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPCCD10043966
Key Features- Extreme Temperature Range: -196°C to 88°C (-320°F to 190°F)
- Adhesion: Outstanding to small diameter vials, even after freeze-thaw cycles
- Material: Polypropylene with permanent acrylic-based adhesive
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Key Features- Size: 1" x 0.5" (width x height)
- Material: Gloss polyester, removable acrylic adhesive
- Quantity: 1 roll, 2,500 labels per roll
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Key Features- Material: PolyPro 4000T Removable, Matte Polypropylene
- Adhesive: Removable acrylic with excellent chemical resistance
- Temperature Range: -18°C to 71°C (0°F to 160°F) service
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Key Features- Size: 1" x 0.5" (width x height)
- Material: Thermal Transfer Matte Polypropylene, Removable Acrylic Adhesive
- Quantity: Case of 1 roll, 10,002 labels per roll
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Key Features- Adhesive: High-tack permanent acrylic for challenging surfaces
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 for food contact, UL certified solution
- Durability: -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F) service temp, 3-year exterior life
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Key Features- Size: 4" x 2"
- Material: Thermal Transfer Gloss Polyester, Acrylic Adhesive
- Quantity: Case of 4 rolls, 2,950 labels per roll
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Key Features- Adhesive: High-tack permanent acrylic
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 (food contact), UL certified
- Durability: -40°C to 150°C service temp. (-40°F to 302°F), 3-yr exterior life
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Zebra 4" x 6" PolyPro 4000T Thermal Transfer Label | For Mobile Printers | Case of 36 Rolls - 80 Labels per RollSKU: 10008424
Key Features- Temperature Range: -54°C to 120°C (-65°F to 248°F)
- Material: Matte PolyPro 4000T, Permanent Acrylic Adhesive
- Durability: Tear/Water/Chemical resistant, FDA compliant, Recyclable
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Key Features- Adhesive: High-tack permanent acrylic adhesive
- Compliance: FDA 175.105, UL certified solution
- Durability: Unparalleled smear and scratch resistance
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Zebra 4" x 6" EnduraGuard 4000D Direct Thermal Label | For Mobile Printers | Case of 36 Rolls - 78 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPEGM10045247
Key Features- Size: 101.6 x 152.4 mm (4 x 6 in) direct thermal labels
- Material: Synthetic polypropylene, permanent acrylic adhesive
- Durability: Weather, chemical, and temperature resistant (-54°C to 82°C)
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Zebra 1.25" x 0.5" 8000T CryoCool Thermal Transfer Label | For Desktop Printers | Case of 12 Rolls - 4,900 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPCCD10043968
Key Features- Label: 1.25" x 0.5" (width x height)
- Material: CryoCool Polypropylene, Permanent Acrylic Adhesive
- Temperature: -196°C to 88°C (-320°F to 190°F) for cryogenic use
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Zebra 2" x 1.25" 8000T CryoCool Thermal Transfer Label | For Industrial Printers | Case of 6 Rolls - 5,000 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPCCT10043962
Key Features- Size: 50.8 mm x 31.75 mm (2" x 1.25")
- Extreme Temperature: -196°C to 88°C (-320°F to 190°F)
- Adhesive: Cold-temp permanent for small diameter vials
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Key Features- Size: 3" x 3"
- Material: 2.0 mil (50.8 microns) gloss polyester
- Quantity: Case of 8 rolls, 910 labels per roll
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Key Features- Durability: UL certified, high-heat, smear and scratch resistant
- Temperature Resistance: -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F)
- Chemical Resistance: Alcohol, ammonia, IPA, and bleach
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Zebra 4" x 2" EnduraGuard 4000D Direct Thermal Label | For Mobile Printers | Case of 36 Rolls - 78 Labels per RollSKU: ZIPEGM10045248
Key Features- Size: 101.6 x 50.8 mm (4 x 2 in)
- Material: Direct thermal synthetic polypropylene, permanent acrylic adhesive
- Durability: UV, temperature (-54°C to 82°C), and chemical resistant
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Key Features- Size: 4" x 4"
- Material: Z-Ultimate 3000T Gloss Polyester, Acrylic Adhesive
- Durability: UL certified, high-heat, smear and scratch resistant
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Key Features- Durability: UL certified, high-heat and chemical resistant
- Temperature Resistance: -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F)
- Print Durability: Unparalleled smear and scratch resistant
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Zebra 3.5" x 1" Z-Ultimate 3000T Thermal Transfer Label | For Industrial Printers | Case of 4 Rolls - 5,570 Labels per RollSKU: 10011705
Key Features- Size: 3.5" x 1"
- Material: Z-Ultimate 3000T Thermal Transfer Gloss Polyester
- Durability: UL certified, high-heat (302°F/150°C), chemical, smear & scratch resistant
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Key Features- Smear & Scratch Resistance: Ultimate smear and scratch resistance
- Temperature Range: -40°C to 150°C (-40°F to 302°F)
- Compliance: FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact
More about Rugged Barcode Labels
Designed for demanding environments, rugged barcode labels provide durable, long-lasting identification for products, equipment, assets, and inventory. Built to withstand exposure to moisture, chemicals, abrasion, temperature changes, and other harsh conditions, these industrial barcode labels deliver reliable scanning and readability where standard labels may fail. Ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, outdoor applications, and asset tracking, rugged barcode labels help maintain accurate identification throughout the life of an asset.
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Rugged Barcode Labels Built to Survive Harsh Environments
A standard paper label smears, tears, or fades the first time it's exposed to moisture, chemicals, or a hot warehouse ceiling. At Atlas RFID, our rugged barcode labels are made from polypropylene, a synthetic film material engineered to keep a barcode scannable long after a paper label would have failed, in industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor tracking applications.
The material is what makes the difference. Paper labels are inexpensive and fine for short-term, indoor use, but they tear easily and break down when they get wet. Polypropylene labels are a synthetic film that resists moisture, chemicals, oil, and abrasion, holding their print quality in conditions that would leave a paper label unreadable within days.
Featured labels in this category are rated from -54°C to 80°C, wide enough to survive both a freezer and a hot loading dock without cracking or losing adhesion.
Choosing the Right Rugged Barcode Label
Two decisions determine which rugged barcode label fits your application: how it's printed, and how long it needs to stay legible.
- Thermal transfer vs. direct thermal: Rugged polypropylene labels print using thermal transfer, which melts ink from a ribbon onto the label for a durable, long-lasting print. Direct thermal labels skip the ribbon but fade over time with heat or sunlight, making thermal transfer the better choice when a label needs to last months or years.
- Chemical and temperature resistance: If labels will be exposed to solvents, oils, or cleaning chemicals, confirm the label material is rated for that exposure. Featured labels here are also rated from -54°C to 80°C, covering both cold storage and high-heat environments.
- Label size and use case: Smaller sizes like 1"x1" work well for asset tags and small parts, while larger formats such as 2"x1" suit shipping labels and equipment tracking where more information needs to fit on the label.
Not sure whether your printer supports thermal transfer, or which size fits your labeling application? Our team can help you match the right rugged barcode label to your setup.
Frequently Asked Questions: Rugged Barcode Labels
If you have questions about choosing a rugged barcode label for your industrial, warehouse, or outdoor application, check out the answers to our most frequently asked questions below.
What's the difference between polypropylene and paper barcode labels?
Paper labels are lower-cost and suited to short-term, indoor use, but they tear easily and degrade when exposed to moisture. Polypropylene labels are a synthetic film that resists moisture, chemicals, oil, and abrasion, keeping the printed barcode scannable in industrial or outdoor conditions where a paper label would fail.
Do I need a thermal transfer printer for rugged barcode labels?
Yes. Rugged polypropylene labels are designed for thermal transfer printing, which uses a ribbon to melt ink onto the label for a durable, long-lasting print. A direct thermal printer, which prints without a ribbon, isn't compatible with these labels and would need heat-sensitive direct thermal stock instead.
What temperature range can a rugged barcode label withstand?
Featured rugged barcode labels are rated from -54°C to 80°C (-65°F to 200°F), wide enough to stay legible in cold storage, freezers, and hot warehouse or outdoor environments. Exact ratings vary by label, so it's worth checking the spec sheet against your specific application.
Are rugged barcode labels resistant to chemicals and oils?
Polypropylene barcode labels resist common solvents, oils, and cleaning chemicals better than paper labels, which is why they're commonly used on chemical drums, test tubes, and equipment in manufacturing environments. For extreme chemical exposure, confirm the specific label's resistance rating before use.
Shop Rugged Barcode Labels at Atlas RFID
Explore polypropylene barcode labels built for durable, long-lasting identification in industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor environments. Not sure which size or print method fits your setup? Our team can help you find the right match.
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