Autoclavable labels & films

Autoclave resistant labels

The pressurised steam used in the autoclaving process is amongst the most dependable method of sterilizing laboratory and surgical equipment. However, the extra pressure in an autoclave means that water boils at a higher temperature than normal boiling point – around 121°C – creating an extremely harsh environment for identification labelling. Our autoclavable polyester films can withstand these high temperatures without risk of the autoclave resistant label peeling off.

These films can be used to produce autoclavable labels of exceptional transparency and high adhesion to curved surfaces, even of small diameter containers. These properties enable clear and durable labelling of instruments and containers, including ampules, syringes and test tubes.

Key features of our autoclavable polyester labelling films:

• Labels are resistant to edge lifting on small diameter ampules, syringes and test tubes
• Compatible with gamma ray and alcohol sterilization methods
• High label transparency allows easy viewing of contents of container