UPM Raflatac adds extra-matte label face for reliable barcode scanning

Available in Europe, PET Extra Matt Silver TC 50 has less than 20 percent gloss. UPM Raflatac said this minimizes light-scatter and directs more light back to barcode readers, increasing the effective contrast and the consistency of scanning. Pre-printed information, such as tracking and unit information, is also protected for the lifetime of the label by a scratch, smudge and chemical resistant topcoat.

PET Extra Matt Silver TC 50 is available with non-solvent adhesives featuring high temperature and chemical resistance – RC15 provides ‘outstanding’ adhesion on polar surfaces like glass, steel and ABS, and RC18 is designed for polar as well as non-polar surfaces such as PE and PP plastics.