57 x 32 mm thermal labels are a compact, high-clarity format ideal for retail barcoding, inventory tracking and product identification. Available in direct thermal grades — Eco (BPA-free) or Top-coated (produced without bisphenol chemistry) or thermal transfer materials for crisp, durable printing.
Choose a common setup or build your own below. Each configuration can be tailored to labels/roll, roll OD, adhesive and presentation.
Direct Thermal
Paper · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Permanent
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Removable
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Freezer-grade
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Paper · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Paper · Permanent
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Synthetic (PP/PE) · Resin ribbon
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Tamper-evident stock · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Select the print method then add material, adhesive, core size and sensing — then send it straight to the enquiry form.
Choose Direct Thermal (no ribbon) or Thermal Transfer (uses ribbon; more durable).
Choose the label material appropriate for your application.
Choose the adhesive appropriate for your material and application.
Choose the roll core to suit your printer.
Choose how your printer detects each label.
Choose a print method to begin…
Enquire now| Label size | 57 x 32 mm (2.25 x 1.25″) |
|---|---|
| Shape | Rectangle with rounded corners |
| Cores (ID) | 25 / 38 / 76 mm (standard) · 19 / 44 mm on request |
| Sensing | Gap (die-cut) or Black-mark |
| Typical printers |
Desktop (25 / 38 mm): Zebra GK / ZD series, TSC, Citizen, Toshiba Portable (19 mm): mobile and handheld printers Industrial (76 mm): Zebra ZT series & equivalents |
Unsure whether to choose Direct Thermal or Thermal Transfer? See our guides to Direct Thermal labels and Thermal Transfer labels — or ask us; we’re happy to help.
A: DT Eco is BPA-free. DT Top-coated grades are produced without bisphenol chemistry, so they are BPA-, BPS-, and phenol-free. If you need phenol-free media, choose Top-coated DT (data sheets available on request).
A: Yes — 57 x 32 mm labels are compatible with most desktop models (Zebra GK420D / ZD421, TSC, Citizen, Toshiba) and many portable or industrial printers. Choose the core size that suits your setup.
A: Standard direct thermal paper is not waterproof. For moisture or abrasion resistance, select Thermal Transfer synthetics such as polypropylene or polyester with a wax-resin or resin ribbon.
A: Use Freezer-grade permanent for cold storage, and Removable for temporary or repositionable applications.
Compatibility: Freezer is offered with Top-coated DT and TT Paper; Removable is not available with TT Polyester or Tamper-evident materials.
A: Yes — we also make 52 × 38 mm, 60 × 40 mm and 76 × 38 mm labels, plus custom sizes to your specification.
A: Tell us about your printer and application — we’ll help you choose the best material, adhesive and print method for your needs.
