durable vs decorative in-mold labeling / in-mold decorating
DESCRIPTION
A comparison of the main characteristics of and differences between decorative and durable in-mold labeling and in-mold decorating.TRANSCRIPT
IN-MOLD LABELING (IML) ANDIN-MOLD DECORATING (IMD)
DISPOSABLE DURABLE
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
Long LifespanShort Lifespan
Low Durability
Lower Cost
Disposable Containers
High Durability
Higher Versatility
Brand Image
Safety &Security
ProductDetails
COMMON APPLICATIONS
IMAGE CHARACTERISTICS
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
INFOGRAPHICDISPOSABLE VS. DURABLE IN-MOLD LABELING/IN-MOLD DECORATING (IML/IMD)
• Can be high quality text and graphics• Often lower quality high volume production
• Typically thin film (1-3 mil)• Not outdoor compatible
• High quality text, graphics and logo’s• Premium effects: metallic and wood grain
• Can be resin agnostic• Can be chemically resistant• Can be UV fade resistant• Can be UL certified• Indoor-outdoor compatible• Typically thicker film