Custom Hang Tag Materials
At St. Louis Tag, we offer a variety of hang tag materials to meet your specific needs. From cost-effective paper tags for industrial and retail use to durable Tyvek and vinyl for use outdoors. We can help you find the perfect material for your custom hang tag. Learn more about the materials we offer and contact us today for a free quote.
Uncoated vs. Coated
Some of our paper stock options come coated or uncoated. This refers to the finish of the tag.
Uncoated Stock
Uncoated stock has a matte finish and feel. It allows for vibrant colors while still providing functionality, as you can use most writing materials on its surface with ease.
Coated Stock
Coated stock has a slight gloss and allows for better ink adherence. This is great for designs that utilize detailed graphics or have large areas of solid color. Coated stock provides rich colors for these features but has some resistance when it comes to writing on the tag. Permanent markers are suggested for writing on any side of the tag that is coated.
Paper Tag Materials
Best for retail, luggage, travel, industrial and merchandise applications - Paper materials provide the best combination of quality and cost-effectiveness for indoor use.
13pt SU or CSU Paper Tag
The most common material used in the hang tag industry is 13pt SU, (uncoated-matte finish), or 13pt. CSU (coated for better ink adherence) paper tag stock. We inventory numerous colors in this paper, and our sheet-fed printing capabilities allow us to offer printing on many different stock papers.
This standard paper weight provides excellent printability for vibrant colors and sharp text while remaining cost-effective for large orders. Perfect for industrial, retail merchandise, luggage tags, travel tags, pricing tags, and general branding applications.
10pt, 13pt & 15pt SU Paper Tag
Our uncoated paper options offer a more natural feel and work well for applications where a less glossy finish is desired. These paper tags are ideal for traditional indoor, industrial and retail environments.
10pt, 12pt, 14pt & 16pt C2S Paper Tag
Coated Two Sides (C2S) paper provides a smooth, premium surface on both sides of the tag for better ink adherence. This material is excellent for high-quality graphics and clear, detailed printing where a professional appearance on both sides of the tag is important.
Synthetic Tag Materials
Best for outdoor and industrial conditions - Synthetic materials ensure your tags remain readable and intact under harsh environments.
Tyvek® Tags
Tyvek® tags are a good choice for applications requiring durability, weather resistance, or water resistance. This synthetic material is tear-resistant, waterproof with some printed inks offering up some fade-resistance while sitting in INDIRECT sunlight, making it a good choice for outdoor equipment, industrial applications, and harsh environments.
Tyvek® tags can withstand exposure to chemicals, grease, weather, and operational abuse while maintaining readability. They're commonly used for backflow inspection tags, equipment rental tags, water shut-off tags, and fire extinguisher tags.
Vinyl Tags
We offer 10pt and 15pt calendared rigid, opaque matte vinyl in various colors. Vinyl provides good chemical resistance, weather resistance, and durability for industrial applications. Vinyl tags are ideal if the tag will be exposed to oils, solvents, chemicals, or other harsh conditions.
Multi-Part Tag Materials
Best for tracking and record-keeping - Carbonless multi-part tags create instant documentation without the mess of traditional carbon paper. Multi-part tags allow you to keep permanent records while providing copies for different departments or processes.
Carbonless Paper & Carbon interleaved options:
For multi-part or manifold tags, we offer carbonless paper systems that create instant copies without the mess of traditional carbon paper. These materials are perfect for tracking systems, inspection records, and inventory management.
Available carbonless paper options include:
- CB and CFB - basic colors
- CF Manila-105 Tag (7.5 pt.)
- CF White-105 Tag (7.5 pt.)
Carbon Interleaved options include:
For multi-part or manifold tags needing TAG STOCK colors for the 2nd, 3rd part or 4th part, we offer numerous 13pt tag stock color options for the last part with a BLACK sheet of carbon paper inserted between each piece of paper substrate that creates instant copies between the parts. These materials are perfect for wanting that last part to be a VIBRANT STOCK COLOR that stands out for tracking systems, inspection records, and inventory management.
Available carbon interleaved paper options include:
- Parts 1, 2 or 3 - 20 lb. bond of basic colors.
- Bottom parts 2, 3 or 4 - 13pt tag stock of basic colors.
Choose St. Louis Tag For Custom Hang Tags
Since 1959, St. Louis Tag has helped customers create their perfect custom hang tag. Our team can guide you through the material selection process and make recommendations based on your specific requirements. Contact us today for expert advice and a free quote on your custom hang tag project.
