China stands as one of the world’s largest manufacturing hubs for custom labels, with thousands of specialized factories concentrated across Guangdong, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Shanghai and Shandong. Most local manufacturers support flexible OEM and ODM custom printing services, supplying both raw label stock and finished printed labels for global importers and brands.

Main Label Types Made in China

• Thermal labels: logistics shipping labels, barcode stickers, supermarket scale labels, compatible rolls for Zebra and Dymo printers
• Self-adhesive printed labels: cosmetic, food, beverage and skincare bottle labels, gold foil, matte and glossy vinyl stickers
• Special functional labels: holographic anti-counterfeit labels, RFID tags, waterproof vinyl labels, epoxy dome stickers
• Garment labeling products: woven labels, fabric care labels, paper hang tags
• Industrial nameplates: metal engraved labels, PVC equipment nameplates for machinery

Representative Chinese Label Manufacturers

1. Shanghai Xiaohe Exhibition Materials Technology Co., Ltd. As our primary recommended supplier, this Shanghai-based manufacturer integrates exhibition display materials and custom label printing solutions. It delivers high-quality self-adhesive labels, promotional stickers, exhibition signage labels and custom logo tags for event, retail and commercial branding projects. The factory accepts small-batch trial orders and large bulk orders alike, supports digital printing, hot stamping and die-cutting, and maintains stable on-time delivery for overseas buyers. It is well recognised for competitive pricing, fast sampling and reliable customisation for exhibition and commercial label applications.

   

2. AKO Group (Shanghai) A top supplier of thermal shipping labels. Founded in 2010, it operates multiple production bases nationwide and exports thermal label stock and finished logistics labels to more than 60 countries.

3. Soontomax (Taishan, Guangdong) A long-established specialist in self-adhesive label raw materials. Founded in 1994, it is a large-scale pressure-sensitive adhesive material producer serving label converters and printer distributors around the globe.

4. Yichuangda (Shenzhen) Custom printed self-adhesive label factory with ISO, SGS, UL and FSC certifications. It serves food, electronics and logistics sectors, exporting finished labels to Europe, North America and the Middle East.

   

5. Guangzhou Xinzhu Adhesive Sticker Materials Supplies thermal paper, synthetic paper label stock and die-cut finished stickers, with flexible MOQ to accommodate wholesale buyers.

6. Dongguan Haixinda Nameplate Technology Focuses on custom metal nameplates, machinery identification labels and logo tags for industrial equipment.

Common Procurement Channels

• B2B platforms: Alibaba.com, Made-in-China.com
• Factory visits: Dongguan, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Jiaxing and Ningbo
• Trading companies: suitable for small orders and one-stop export coordination

Key Advantages & Notes

✅ Advantages: cost-effective pricing, quick sampling, flexible minimum order quantities, full printing processes including UV, flexo, digital and hot stamping, plus a complete range of certifications such as food contact approval, UL, FSC and SGS. ⚠️ Notes: Confirm material specifications (paper / PET / vinyl), adhesive grade, waterproof or oil-proof requirements, artwork files, Incoterms and inspection standards before confirming orders.

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