Thermal Labels for Shipping, Barcodes and Warehousing
Why Choose Our Thermal Labels
- Proven in UK fulfilment – clean print, strong adhesion, smooth feeding
- High-velocity packing – direct thermal, no consumables beyond the roll
- Right spec for the job – perforated or non-perforated, roll or fanfold
- Trade-friendly – bulk cases, VAT invoices, Purchase Orders accepted
- Fast despatch – Royal Mail Tracked, DPD Next Day, DPD Saturday (upgrade)
Which Type Is Right for You?
By Format
- Rolls (1″ core) – common for Zebra/Citizen/TSC desktop printers
- Fanfold 4×6″ – returns neatly in a stacked pile; ideal for rear-feed trays
- Coreless options – no plastic core to bin; great for handheld devices
By Size
- 4×6″ (100×150 mm) – UK standard courier label
- 4×2″ (100×50 mm) – product ID, barcodes, routing
- 3×2″ (76×50 mm) & 3×1.5″ (76×38 mm) – SKUs, shelf/bin labels
By Colour
- White – general shipping and barcode clarity
- Blue, Red, Yellow, Orange – colour-coded picking, priorities and returns
Printer Compatibility
Used daily with Zebra GK420/ZD, Citizen CL-S and TSC DA/TE models that accept 4″ media. Always check your printer’s width, core and feed path (rear/bottom) before ordering.
How to Pick the Right Size
- Courier labels – choose 4×6″ (100×150 mm)
- Barcodes/SKUs – 4×2″, 3×2″ or 3×1.5″ depending on text length
- Colour-coding – pick a colour that fits your wave or area code
Sustainability
Direct thermal labels reduce consumables by removing ribbons and toner. Choose fanfold or coreless to cut plastic waste. Recycle label cores and cartons where facilities exist.
Trade & Bulk Supply
We supply ecommerce brands, 3PLs and warehouses nationwide.
- Bulk pricing tiers for case buys and pallets
- Samples & spec sheets available for print and adhesion tests
- POs accepted; VAT invoices provided automatically
Delivery & Service
Orders placed before 5 pm Monday–Friday despatch same day via Royal Mail Tracked or DPD Next Day; DPD Saturday available as a paid upgrade. Tracking is sent automatically.
Helpful Internal Links
- All Labels
- White 4×6″ Labels
- 4×6″ Fanfold Labels
- 4×2″ Labels
- 3×2″ Labels
- 3×1.5″ Labels
- Red 4×6″, Blue 4×6″, Yellow 4×6″, Orange 4×6″
- Mailing Bags • Cardboard Boxes • Packaging Tape • Integrated Labels
Customer Service & Support
Need help picking the right size or format? We’re here to help.
- WhatsApp: +44 7450 981838
- Email: info@mrbags.co.uk
- Click & Collect: 10A Locket Street, Manchester, M8 8EE
- Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00 | Sun 11:00–18:00
Frequently Asked Questions
Simple answers about Thermal labels sizes, printers, adhesive and bulk buying for UK warehouses and ecommerce.
Yes. 4×6″ (100×150 mm) is widely used for UK courier labels and works across common platforms including e-commerce, eBay, Amazon and Shopify, as well as carriers such as Royal Mail, DPD, UPS, DHL and many others.
Yes. Our 4″ rolls and fanfold stacks are used daily with Zebra GK420/ZD, Citizen CL-S and TSC DA/TE printers. Always check width, core and feed path.
Rolls are loaded on a 1″ core inside the printer. Fanfold feeds from a rear or bottom slot and returns in a neat stack, which keeps packing areas tidy.
Direct thermal paper is designed for short-term tasks in dry conditions. Print may fade with moisture, heat or strong sunlight.
Use 4×2″, 3×2″ or 3×1.5″ depending on text length and barcode height. Square 4×4″ provides extra space for larger graphics.
Yes. We stock white plus blue, red, yellow and orange in 4×6″ to support colour-coded workflows.
Hot-melt permanent adhesive designed to bond to cardboard, film and most plastics used in packing and storage.
Yes. We provide tiered pricing, VAT invoices and accept Purchase Orders for trade accounts. Pallet shipping is available.
Orders placed before 5 pm Monday–Friday despatch the same day via Royal Mail Tracked or DPD Next Day. DPD Saturday is available as a paid upgrade.