When labeling frozen foods, not just any sticker will do. Between the low temperatures, condensation, and frequent handling, you need labels that are built to stay stuck and legible from the freezer to the customer’s hands. That’s where freezer-grade labels come in.
Whether you're packaging ice cream, frozen pizza, popsicles, frozen dinners, frozen produce, or other frozen foods, your labels need to do more than just look good—they need to last.
What Makes a Label “Freezer Grade”?
Freezer adhesive labels are designed to withstand extreme cold (down to -65°F) without peeling, smudging, or becoming illegible. Red Oak Label’s frozen-grade food labels are made from FDA-approved materials for indirect food contact and are ideal for cold, wet, and frozen environments.
We use thermal transfer poly and direct thermal poly materials that resist moisture and allow for precise, long-lasting printing—ideal for pre-printed labels and on-site printing. These imprintable materials are perfect for adding variable information like lot numbers, expiration dates, or production details, especially on products like frozen dinners, produce, and prepared meals. They’re fully compatible with direct thermal and thermal transfer printers, so you can include critical tracking data without sacrificing durability or readability.
Custom Labels for Every Frozen Product
Our freezer-grade labels are available in a variety of formats to match your production setup. Whether you’re hand-labeling small batches or using automated equipment, we’ve got you covered. We frequently supply roll form labels for easy application on high-speed lines and direct thermal labels for operations that need to print variable data like dates and batch numbers on demand.
These label options are tailored to meet the needs of:
- Ice cream containers – Labels that stay put through frost and handling.
- Frozen pizzas – Bright, eye-catching designs with room for tracking info.
- Popsicles and frozen treats – Waterproof labels that won’t smear or slide.
- Frozen produce – Moisture-resistant labels that survive freezer burn and condensation.
- Frozen dinners – Durable materials with preprinted nutrition info and space for lot codes.
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- Open Seasame Foods, LLC
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- SC Johnson & Son, Inc.
Ready to Upgrade Your Frozen Food Labels?
Quality matters when working with frozen foods, and your labels should hold up as well as your product. Whether you need full-color branding, imprintable direct thermal options, or custom roll-form labels built to survive deep freeze, we’ll help you do it right.
With over 40 years of experience, we can help you find the best freezer-safe label solutions.
