animal health labels
Veterinary and livestock ID labels.
Veterinary and livestock labels in animal health spans clinics, farms, trials, and reference labsโeach with unique operations and regulatory needs. Our solutions are engineered for sample integrity, accuracy, and efficiency at every stage. Whether you’re labeling tubes, slides, or test cards, youโll find flexible options for in-house printing, pre-printed label sets, or even pre-marked labware.
Animal health labeling needs and solutions.
Animal health labeling isnโt one-size-fits-all. Whether youโre working with cryovials, microscope slides, or genetic test cards, labeling challenges vary by species, sample type, and workflow. These are real-world labeling needs weโve encounteredโand solvedโacross diagnostics, research, clinical trials, and veterinary care.
Tube Labels.
- cryovials, pcr tubes, glass vials
Laboratory labels for tubes and vials, engineered to withstand demanding lab processes, environments, and storage conditions. Label plastic tubes, glass vials, microcentrifuge tubes, PCR strips, and other laboratory sample containers.
- Reliable adhesion to small diameter tubes
- Print-on-demand or pre-printed tube labels
- Automation-compatible formats available
Microscope Slide Labels.
- histology, cytology
Laboratory microscope slide labels built to maintain reliable specimen identification through staining, slide preparation, microscopy, storage, and routine laboratory handling.
- Reliable adhesion through staining
- Print-on-demand or pre-printed labels
- Self-laminating label formats available
Cryogenic Labels.
Cryogenic labels preserve adhesion and barcode performance throughout freezer, dry ice, and liquid nitrogen storage without compromising sample identification.
Histology Labels.
Histology labels withstand staining, solvents, and tissue processing while preserving reliable specimen identification from preparation through review.
Specimen Jar Labels.
Reliable specimen jar labels designed for accurate sample identification and tracking throughout collection, handling, processing, transport, and storage in demanding laboratory environments.
Custom Animal Health Labels.
- custom fit
- engineered materials
- flexible printing
Donโt see what youโre looking for? Get custom veterinary sample labels built for your labware, workflows, and conditions.
Custom die-cut sizes, shapes, and formats
Adhesives, coatings, and laminates for labs
Pre-printed, partial, or on-demand
Achieve consistent, reliable sample identification with high-performance veterinary labels for real laboratory conditions.
Adhesive labeling formats and constructions.
From in-house printing to fully pre-marked labware, label performance depends on the right construction. Explore how face stocks, adhesives, coatings, and ribbons come together to meet traceability, durability, and compliance demands in veterinary, livestock, and laboratory environments.
print-ready labels
Print-ready label materials designed for thermal transfer systems. Ideal for facilities that want flexibility, control, and speed when printing barcodes or study-specific IDs on demand.
- Durable, permanent adhesives
- Self-laminating constructions
- Ships with matched ribbon kits
pre-printed labels
Pre-printed labels designed for enhanced durability and clarity. Supports high-resolution barcodes, color-coding, custom layouts, and topcoats for solvent, moisture, or abrasion resistance.
- Full-color and barcode customization
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Pre-serialized or custom formats
- Guaranteed no duplicate serial numbers
Labware arrives pre-identified with barcodes, human-readable IDs, or color marks. Increases consistency, speeds up intake, and reduces labeling errors during busy or regulated workflows.
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Maximum durability
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Optional tare weights and reports
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Cleanroom production available
Supports GLP, GCP, and USDA requirements with validated materials, audit-ready formats, and consistent data integrity from intake to archive.
Barcode-ready solutions ensure accurate tracking through clinics, farms, labs, and storageโreducing risk and improving workflow confidence.
Minimizes relabeling, accelerates intake, and reduces errors so staff can focus on testing, care, and decision-makingโnot labeling logistics.
cold storage resistance
From liquid nitrogen cryovials to refrigerated milk and fecal samples, labels must remain affixed and scannable through cold chains, freeze-thaw cycles, and long-term cryogenic storage across animal genetics, diagnostics, and vaccine workflows.
abrasion resistance
Routine handling, stacking, and transit expose labeled samples to abrasion in clinics, barns, and labs. Reinforced face stocks and high-performance ribbons ensure that barcodes and text remain readable throughout movement and processing.
chemical resistance
Slides, tubes, and QC vials are often exposed to ethanol, formalin, or other solvents during staining, rinsing, or sterility testing. Label constructions and topcoats prevent smearing, fading, or delamination in these lab environments.
Animal health workflows require face stocks that can perform under diverse conditions, from cryogenic storage to chemical exposure. We primarily use durable films such as polyester and polypropylene, selected for their resistance to tearing, moisture, and solvents. These materials offer excellent barcode contrast and dimensional stability, even in cold, humid, or rough handling environments. Polyester is often used for cryo and chemical applications due to its strength and low shrinkage, while polypropylene is favored for its flexibility and clarity. For slide and swab labels, thin films allow for tight wrapping and compatibility with curved or irregular shapes. Face stocks are engineered to accept thermal transfer imaging with high resolution, ensuring consistent scannability. Options are available in white, clear, or matte finishes, depending on whether visibility, optical clarity, or scan contrast is prioritized. Specialized constructions can also support direct marking or integrate features like destructibility or tamper-evidence when required.
Adhesive performance is critical in animal health labeling due to exposure to cold, moisture, solvents, and physical stress. We offer both acrylic and rubber-based adhesives tailored for specific use conditions. Acrylic adhesives are chosen for cryogenic storage, long-term durability, and chemical resistance. These adhesives maintain tack at -80ยฐC and below, making them ideal for blood and semen cryovials or long-term archived samples. Rubber-based adhesives, often used on sample jars and plastic bags, provide excellent initial tack and perform well on rough or low-energy surfaces, though they may have lower resistance to solvents and heat. Some constructions use solvent acrylics for a balance of long-term adhesion and chemical tolerance. For cleanroom or biologic workflows, low-migration adhesives are available to reduce contamination risk. Application temperature and surface energy are key factors in adhesive selection. All adhesives are validated for label permanence under use conditions including refrigeration, freeze-thaw, and handling with gloved hands.
Coatings and laminates protect printed information and enhance label durability during exposure to chemicals, abrasion, and harsh environments. Topcoats are often applied to face stocks to improve thermal transfer ribbon anchoring, especially for resin ribbons used in cryogenic or solvent-exposed workflows. These coatings crosslink with ribbon resin to prevent smudging, scratching, or fading during handling, staining, or rinsing steps. Self-laminating labels are available for microscope slides and tubes, providing a built-in clear film that wraps over the printed area to seal in information. This format is commonly used in cytology, histology, or necropsy workflows where solvent contact is expected. Additional overlaminates can be applied to pre-printed labels for added resistance to abrasion and UV. Selection of coating or laminate depends on sample type, required dwell time, and whether labels will be stored long-term, used in high-traffic labs, or transported through cold chain environments.
For pre-printed labels, inks are selected based on solvent resistance, adhesion, and compatibility with topcoated substrates. UV-cured and thermal-set inks are used for high-durability applications such as cryogenic storage or harsh chemical exposure. For in-house thermal transfer printing, ribbon selection is essential. Resin ribbons are recommended for long-term or high-durability needsโsuch as cryo, ethanol, or abrasion-prone applicationsโdue to their superior resistance to chemicals, moisture, and heat. Wax/resin ribbons may be used for routine labeling where durability needs are moderate, such as clinic tube labels. Ribbon performance depends on matching the ribbon type to both the face stock and the topcoat. Proper ribbon selection ensures barcode clarity, reduces printer wear, and prevents transfer failure during printing. Color ribbons are also available for color-coded workflows. All ribbons and inks are tested for adhesion, smudge resistance, and compatibility with key substrates used in animal diagnostics, genetics, and reference labs.
Our label constructions are optimized for thermal transfer printing systems commonly used in clinical and veterinary labs. Labels are compatible with standard 300 dpi and 600 dpi printers, including models from Zebra, CAB, TSC, and others. These printers allow for high-resolution imaging of barcodes, human-readable text, and serialized identifiers. Label materials are available in roll and fan-fold formats and are designed to support reliable feeding, edge detection, and peeling under a range of environmental conditions. Specific constructions are compatible with small-diameter tubes or curved surfaces, ensuring accurate label application without edge lifting or wrinkling. For customers using in-house printing systems, we offer matched ribbon and label kits with validated performance across commonly used veterinary sample types. Our pre-marked labware solutions also integrate seamlessly with automated systems. Whether printing one-off sample IDs or running high-throughput kits, compatibility with your equipment and labeling workflows is a core consideration in product design.
Label design plays a central role in ensuring traceability, reducing relabeling errors, and supporting system integration. Designs can include 1D or 2D barcodes, human-readable alphanumerics, color blocks, serialized ranges, and layout elements that align with LIMS, collection forms, or vial markers. For clinical trials or blinded studies, custom data structures and masking formats are available to protect study integrity. Label dimensions are chosen to match specific labwareโsuch as short-wrap tube labels, wraparound cryo formats, or slide flagsโensuring readability and adhesion. Material selection, adhesive performance, and printer compatibility all influence what design elements are viable. Pre-printed labels can incorporate custom brand colors or security features, while in-house designs prioritize layout simplicity and scanning accuracy. Label sets for field kits or sample submissions can be matched across forms, tubes, and bags to streamline intake. All design options are tested for scan reliability, print durability, and workflow fit.
Compatible printers and label applicators.
Thermal transfer printers and tube labelers streamline labeling across clinics, research labs, and surveillance programs. These supported systems are well-matched to our materials and sample types, helping ensure clear barcodes, consistent placement, and efficient sample intake.
zebra zd printers
Compact thermal transfer printers ideal for clinics and small labs labeling blood tubes, swabs, and slides with clear, durable barcodes.
tsc tc printers
Reliable desktop printers for veterinary and diagnostics environments; excellent for printing tube labels, jar labels, and sample submission sets.
cab squix printer
Versatile, high-performance printers used in high-throughput animal labs for printing custom label sets, tube wraps, and cryo-compatible barcodes.
cab axon 1 labeler
Automates vertical tube labeling for capped or filled tubes in veterinary or genetic labs; ideal for robotic workflows and LIMS integration.
cab axon 2 labeler
Simplifies semi-automated tube labeling with a foot pedal or button triggerโgreat for increasing consistency in veterinary and field trial labs.
scinomix vx2 labeler
Fully automates printing and labeling of lab tubes; supports random access loading, common in reference labs and veterinary diagnostic workflows.
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