Dissolvable Food Labels

Dissolvable food labels are an innovative solution for kitchens, restaurants, catering services, and even home use, offering both practicality and eco-friendliness. Unlike traditional adhesive labels, dissolvable labels completely break down in hot or cold water without damaging containers. At The Product Boxes UK, these compostable dissolving stickers are designed with premium water-soluble paper and food-safe adhesive, making them safe for use on glass, plastic, ceramic, and stainless steel.

They are ideal for tracking preparation dates, use-by dates, and ingredients in commercial kitchens, as well as for meal prep, food deliveries, or catering events. Businesses can choose from custom printing options or writable surfaces for quick updates, and we also offer pre-printed formats like “Use By” or “Best Before.” Available in multiple shapes, they can be tailored in any size or colour to suit unique packaging needs. With bulk and wholesale pricing, free UK delivery, fast turnaround, and 24/7 support, The Product Boxes UK makes food labeling simple, safe, and professional.

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Upgrade Your Kitchen with Our Eco-Friendly Dissolvable Food Labels

Every kitchen, whether it’s a bustling restaurant, a catering service, or a home pantry, relies on proper food labeling. Traditional adhesive labels often cause frustration by leaving sticky residues, damaging containers, and consuming extra cleaning time. That’s why more and more food professionals are switching to dissolvable labels, a smarter, cleaner, and greener solution.

At The Product Boxes UK, we specialise in custom printed food labels that make labeling effortless while keeping hygiene, safety, and sustainability in mind. Our blank dissolvable food labels not only help you maintain proper food rotation and compliance with standards but also dissolve completely in water.

Why Choose Water Soluble Labels from The Product Boxes UK?

Our food labels are designed with maximum convenience and safety in mind. Here’s why they stand out:

  • Dissolve Completely Without Residue: No peeling, no scrubbing, just wash and the label disappears.
  • Save Valuable Time: Speed up cleaning and food preparation with labels that remove instantly.
  • Eco-Friendly & Biodegradable: Made with 100% biodegradable material that naturally breaks down.
  • Perfect for Daily Operations: Ideal for kitchens that need quick labeling and frequent washing.

When you choose our food labels, you’re not just investing in practicality, you’re investing in a sustainable, hygienic solution for your food business or home.

Ensure Food Safety With Versatile Uses of Our Dissolvable Labels

Our dissolving stickers are versatile enough to suit any food handling or preparation environment:

  • Commercial Kitchens & Restaurants 
  • Home Kitchens & Meal Prep
  • Catering & Food Events 
  • Food Deliveries & Takeaways
  • Bakeries & Cafés 

Our labels are 100% safe, ensuring they dissolve naturally and safely, protecting the planet as much as your food safety. Proper labeling is not just about organisation, it’s about food safety. Our dissolvable labels help you:

  • Follow health and hygiene regulations with ease
  • Prevent cross-contamination by tracking food prep and expiry times
  • Maintain consistency in food handling for your staff
  • Offer customers transparent food safety information

Make Your Own Food Labels​ From Safe & Reliable Material

We believe that quality and safety should never be compromised, especially when it comes to food labeling. That’s why our food labels are crafted from premium water-soluble paper designed to break down quickly and completely in both hot and cold water. These labels are safe to use on a wide range of surfaces, including glass, plastic, ceramic, and stainless steel, making them versatile for every kitchen or food business. We also use a food-safe, non-toxic adhesive that guarantees your containers remain free from sticky residues once the labels dissolve. This ensures not only maximum convenience but also complete hygiene—essential for industries where compliance with food safety standards is critical. 

Dissolvable Labels vs Traditional Adhesive Labels

 

Feature Dissolvable Food Labels Traditional Adhesive Labels
Removal Process Dissolve fully in water, no effort required Require peeling and scrubbing
Time Efficiency Fast and hassle-free Time-consuming and messy
Durability Best for short-term and daily use Long-term adhesion, harder to remove
Cost Efficiency Saves labour & cleaning time Higher cleaning and replacement costs
Eco-Friendliness 100% biodegradable, dissolves naturally Often non-biodegradable, wasteful
Surface Safety Gentle on all surfaces May damage or stain containers
Hygiene Leaves no sticky residue Sticky patches compromise cleanliness

 

Enjoy Custom Printed Food Labels From The Product Boxes UK

We believe food labels should be practical and professional. That’s why we offer fully customised printing options, including:

  • Custom Dissolvable Labels With Logo: Strengthen your brand identity with custom printed labels.
  • Food Information Printing: Add nutrition symbols on food labels, barcodes, batch numbers, preparation dates, expiry dates, and storage instructions.
  • Writable Surfaces: Our blank dissolvable food labels leave space to write details by hand, such as special notes or custom prep info.
  • Pre-Printed Formats: Ready-to-use labels like “Use By”, “Prepared On”, “Best Before”, and “Expiry Date”.
  • Custom Colour & Style: Match your labels with your packaging design for a seamless look.

Seamless Balance Between Durability & Dissolveability

 

Feature Dissolvable Labels
Adhesion During Use Stays in place until you’re ready to wash it off
Best Application Ideal for daily meal prep and short-term use
Durability Withstands normal handling for 3–5 days
Convenience Instantly disappears when washed, no residue

 

This perfect balance means you get reliable labels during use, but zero hassle when cleaning.

Explore Our Wide Range of Shapes & Sizes for Every Need

We understand that no two customers are the same, which is why we offer dissolvable labels in a variety of shapes and sizes, including:

  • Round Labels 
  • Rectangular Labels 
  • Square Labels 
  • Mini Labels
  • Clear Options 
  • Large Format Labels
  • Custom Die-Cut Labels 

At The Product Boxes UK, your preferences guide our production, whether you need small, large, or uniquely shaped labels. Plus, we give you the flexibility to get them in any colour that complements your packaging and branding.

Order Wholesale Dissolvable Food Labels at the Best Prices

We proudly cater to businesses of all sizes with bulk and wholesale orders. Here’s what you get when you partner with us:

  • Free delivery all over the UK
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Fast turnaround time for urgent orders
  • Affordable wholesale pricing
  • Complete customisation to suit your brand

Choose TPB UK for premium compostable dissolving stickers and labels that keep your food safe, your kitchen clean, and your brand professional. Contact us today to get your custom printed food labels at unbeatable wholesale prices!

Type Specification
Material Dissolvable Paper, Water-Soluble Film
Adhesive Water-Based, Removable, Residue-Free
Thickness 60–80 Microns Approx.
Print Options Flexo, Digital, Thermal Transfer
Colour System CMYK, Pantone, Spot Colours
Logo Custom Printed, Full-Colour Branding
Shapes Square, Round, Oval, Custom Die-Cut
Sizes Fully Customisable, Personalised
Finish Matte, Gloss, Writable Surface
Temperature Range -20°C to +80°C
Application Food Rotation, Storage, Catering, Restaurants
Removability Disperses in Water <30 Sec
Quantity MOQ 500 – Bulk Runs
Roll/Core 1″ / 3″ Cores, Sheets or Rolls
Compliance FDA Approved, Food-Safe, ISO Certified
Ink Type Food-Grade, Non-Toxic, Smudge-Resistant
Adhesion Surface Plastic, Glass, Metal, Cardboard
Water Solubility Fully Dissolves Without Residue
Eco Options Biodegradable, Compostable, Recyclable
Customisation Logo, Colour, Shape, Text, Barcode, QR Code

Q. How do dissolvable food labels eliminate the problem of sticky residue on containers?

A. Unlike permanent adhesives, dissolvable labels break down completely in water within seconds, preventing residue that normally requires scrubbing or chemical cleaners.

Q. What prevents buildup of old labels on reusable jars and storage boxes?

A. Dissolvable labels dissolve fully during washing, ensuring there are no layers of paper or adhesive left behind. This avoids contamination and keeps containers looking new.

Q. How do dissolvable labels save time in commercial kitchens?

A. Staff no longer need to scrape off labels between shifts. The labels dissolve automatically in sinks or dishwashers, reducing labour and speeding up container turnover.

Q. Why are dissolvable labels safer for food prep areas than permanent labels?

A. Adhesive residues from traditional labels can trap bacteria. Dissolvable labels leave surfaces completely clean, supporting strict hygiene and HACCP compliance.

Q. Do dissolvable labels still hold up during refrigeration or freezing?

A. Yes, they stay attached and legible in cold storage but instantly dissolve once exposed to warm water, preventing stubborn freezer label problems.

Q. How do dissolvable labels help reduce container damage?

A. Scraping off permanent labels can scratch plastic or glass. Dissolvable labels wash away without abrasion, preserving the lifespan of storage containers.

Q. What problem do dissolvable labels solve for rotating food stock?

A. They allow clear date and content marking that disappears completely after washing. This prevents confusion caused by overlapping or unreadable old labels.

Q. How do dissolvable food labels support eco-friendly kitchen practices?

A. They dissolve into biodegradable components with no microplastic waste, solving the problem of adhesive contamination in recycling and food-safe disposal.

Corrugated

A fluted box material is created to enhance the strength of the boxes for shipment purposes.

Cardboard

Light in weight and easy to print cardstock material that would be molded into any shape and style.

Kraft

Slightly brown paper-like thin material for packaging created by wood pulp and heaving eco-friendly nature.

Rigid

A thick cardboard box that is high in strength but also luxurious in presentation.

Holographic

An impressive as well as laminated paperboard that emulates a 3d look to colors.

Offset Print

High-quality and low-cost printing option that transfers the image to the box surface in a good resolution.

Digital Print

Digital printing techniques do not require any sort of printing plate as it transfers the image to the surface of the box easily without a plate.

UV Print

Safeguard the printed area from fading and make them more attractive.

Pantone

Utilization of a universally accepted color-matching system for printing the boxes.

Hot Foil Stamping

Print the foil detail by using the hot dies on the surface of the packaging boxes.

Cold Foil Stamping

It is a removable foil stamp that is applied without pressing any hot die or pressure on the boxes.

Blind Embossing

Create the raised area on the box surface by applying the pressure, not the inks.

Blind Debossing

Just like the craving on the box created by using letter plates or letter presses.

Registered Embossing

Create both the texture as well as the depth and endow a 3d effect to the area of the box.

Combination Embossing

Both the design as well as foiling is utilised at the same time to create a more appealing presentation.

Window Patching

Create a plain see-through cut in the box that is covered with a see-through plastic sheet.

Aqueous Coating

Provide tear-free impact to the packaging with a clear and fast-drying water-based coating at the time of printing.

UV Coating

Add protection against the damaging impact of UV sun rays by applying the UV coating to the packaging.

Spot Gloss UV

Annex the glossy effect on the specific areas of the packaging through spot coating.

Soft Touch Coating

Use the soft touch coating to make the darker and dull areas of the packaging velvety and smooth.

Varnish

Provides protection as well as perfect presentation to the printing part of boxes.

Lamination

A very thin plastic film is pasted in the boxes to make them more durable and long-lasting.

Anti-Scratch Lamination

This thin film of plastic is used to endow the scuff as well as scratch resistance to the boxes.
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