Star Label Products

What Star Label Products does

Star Label Products is a privately held custom label printing converter founded in 1972, operating from a 37,000 square foot facility in the Fairless Hills / Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. The company runs ten printing presses, including HP Indigo digital presses and UV flexographic equipment capable of up to 12-color output, producing pressure-sensitive labels, custom flexible packaging roll stock, name plates, printed tags, and extended-content labels for customers across food and beverage, cannabis, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmetics, personal care, household, wine, and craft beer verticals. Differentiated offerings include the proprietary Star Digi-Tak tactile embellishment line, EcoStar APR-compliant recyclable polypropylene labels, Extended Content Labels in hinge and wrap-around formats, and cold wet surface adhesive technology, with UL authorized label supplier status and APR Design Meets Preferred Guidance recognition underpinning regulated vertical work.

The business model is project-based and quote-driven, with revenue generated primarily from one-time and repeat custom print orders priced on label size, material, print method, finishing, and quantity. Distribution is direct-only: customers request quotes through the company website or via a toll-free sales line, and orders are fulfilled from the single Philadelphia facility and shipped via UPS, FedEx, or freight. Go-to-market is consultative inside sales, with customer service representatives acting as material and regulatory advisors rather than transactional order takers, supported by SEO, an industry-specific blog, and active social media presence. There is no public revenue, no disclosed institutional investment, no parent company, no public funding history, and no AI or digital platform layer beyond standard prepress and e-commerce tooling.

Name

Star Label Products

Legal name

Star Label Products

Website

https://starlabel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Star Label Products is a privately held, 50-plus-year custom label converter based in the Philadelphia area, producing flexographic and digital (HP Indigo) labels, flexible packaging, and embellishments for food, beverage, cannabis, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic customers via direct quote-based sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Label Manufacturing

NAICS

Printing (32311), Packaging and Labeling Services (561910)

SIC

Papers & Allied Products (2600), Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470)

akta.pro primary industry

Pressure-Sensitive Labels (PSL) (IMALAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tapes, Labels & Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (IMAEAGAJ), Decoration & Branding Services (Printing, Hot Stamping, Metallization, Labeling) (IMALAJAN), Labeling, Coding & Marking Equipment (Labelers, Inkjet, Laser) (IMALAOAD), Paper Labels & Paper-Based Release Liners (IMALACAK)

Keywords

• Custom label printing
• Flexographic printing
• Digital label printing
• Flexible packaging
• Label embellishment

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairless Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Label Printing: One-time and repeat orders for custom-printed pressure sensitive labels, flexible packaging, name plates, and printed tags. Revenue generated from printing services with various finishing options. Customers order in rolls, sheets, or fan-folded formats based on application needs.
2. Digital Printing Services: Short-run digital printing with lower setup costs and quick turnaround. No printing plates required, reducing initial investment for customers. Ideal for prototypes, market tests, seasonal goods, and regulatory compliance updates.
3. Embellishment Services: Premium finishing services including hot foil stamping, cold foil stamping, embossing, specialty laminates, tactile varnishes, and holographic finishes. Additional revenue from decorative services that enhance label aesthetics.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Star Label Products manufactures custom-printed pressure sensitive labels, flexible packaging roll stock, name plates, and printed tags using flexographic and digital (HP Indigo) printing technologies. The company provides full-service label production from concept through prepress/graphic design to finished rolls, sheets, or fan-folded labels, with embellishments such as hot/cold foil stamping, embossing, and specialty laminates, serving manufacturers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cannabis, cosmetics, and industrial verticals.

Product overview

Star Label Products is a custom label printing company founded in 1972, operating from a 37,000 square foot facility with 10 printing presses. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of printing capabilities (flexographic and digital/HP Indigo), finishing services (embossing, foiling, laminating), and diverse product lines across multiple industry verticals. Core printing methods include Flexographic Label Printing (up to 12 colors, UV or water-based inks) and Digital Label Printing (HP Indigo presses for short runs). Their specialty products include EcoStar APR-compliant sustainable labels, Extended Content Labels (ECL) in hinge and wrap-around formats, Clear Labels (No Label Look), Metallic Foil Labels, and Polyethylene Labels. Industry-specific offerings cover Cannabis, Wine, Craft Beer, Food, Beverage, Household, Meat, Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, and Personal Care labels. Finishing and embellishment capabilities include Star Digi-Tak tactile finishes, hot/cold foil stamping, embossing, and various laminates. Additional services include Graphic Design/artwork preparation and Variable Information Printing (thermal, laser, dot matrix). The company emphasizes rapid turnaround (5-7 days new orders, 3-5 days repeat orders) and sustainability initiatives including LED lighting and waste reduction programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoStar: EcoStar is a sustainable labeling solution from Star Label Products, featuring recyclable polypropylene film and approved inks that integrate into PET recycling streams.

Products and services

• Flexographic Label Printing
• Digital Label Printing Specialized small to medium run printing using HP Indigo digital presses for high-quality, design-flexible labels without printing plates. Ideal for prototypes, market tests, seasonal goods, and regulatory updates.
• EcoStar Labels (APR Compliant) APR-compliant sustainable labels featuring recyclable polypropylene film with wash-off adhesive and approved inks that detach cleanly from PET packaging during recycling for circular economy compatibility.
• Extended Content Labels (ECLs) Multi-layer peel and reseal labels providing 50-100% additional printable space in hinge and wrap-around formats for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic products requiring extended content.
• Custom Name Plates Custom-manufactured durable name plates crafted from aluminum, stainless steel, brass, Mylar, or Lexan using vinyl, polyurethane domed decals, screen printing, and etching processes.
• Star Digi-Tak Embellishment Proprietary tactile finishing technology creating textured and visual finishes on labels, including raised, soft touch, sand, glitter, and specialty varnishes that engage multiple consumer senses.
• Custom Printed Tags Strong, durable tags in paper, cloth, Tyvek, and synthetic papers, configured as multi-part, NCR/carbon, or sequentially numbered tags.
• Custom Flexible Packaging Co-Packer Ready printed flexible packaging roll stock including single-serve pouches, stick packs, and sample pouches for food, beverage, personal care, and household products.
• Metallic Foil Labels Premium labels printed on metallic substrates including Chrome BOPP, Brushed Silver Polyester, Chrome Polyester, and Silver/Gold Paper Foil for luxury and high-end product packaging.
• Clear Labels (No Label Look) Transparent clear labels available in Clear BOPP, Clear PET, and Clear Vinyl designed to give products a seamless appearance where the design appears printed directly on the packaging.
• Polyethylene (PE) Labels Flexible, durable labels made from polyethylene film ideal for curved or squeezable containers in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, and chemical applications.
• Cannabis Labels Custom labels for cannabis products including edibles, tinctures, oils, topicals, glass pop-top jars, tamper evident seals, and pre-roll/cartridge tubes with state-specific regulatory compliance.
• Wine Labels and Packaging Custom wine labels with flexographic or digital printing, embellishments, and extended content options that comply with FAA Act front and back labeling requirements.
• Craft Beer Labels Digital and flexographic printed labels for craft beer bottles and aluminum cans with specialty adhesives designed to adhere to cold, wet surfaces.
• Custom Food Labels FDA-compliant labels for food products including candy, snacks, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, and cheese with special adhesives for vacuum packaging and freezer environments.
• Custom Beverage Labels Waterproof labels for beverages including craft beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, and dairy with moisture-resistant adhesives suitable for ice buckets and coolers.
• Custom Meat Labels USDA/FSIS-compliant labels for meat and poultry products meeting inspection requirements including establishment numbers, handling statements, and nutrition information.
• Nutraceutical and Supplement Labels High-quality labels for vitamins, supplements, and dietary supplements produced in a dedicated segregated production center with strict quality assurance processes and extended content formats.
• Pharmaceutical Labels Durable labels for pharmaceutical and OTC healthcare products designed to remain legible throughout product lifespan with FDA-compliant formatting and information.
• Cosmetic Labels Premium labels for cosmetics including lip balm, lipstick, eyeshadow, powder, and nail polish with UV flexography, rotary screen printing, and decorative options like embossing and foiling.
• Personal Care Labels Water-resistant labels for personal care products including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotions designed to withstand humid bathroom environments and frequent water exposure.
• Household Product Labels Durable labels for household cleaning products designed to withstand chemical exposure and adhere to various packaging shapes including spray bottles and large jugs, with GHS compliance available.
• Proposition 65 Warning Labels California Prop 65 compliant warning labels featuring required triangular exclamation point symbols, bold WARNING text, and chemical identification as mandated by OEHHA regulations.
• Security and Anti-Counterfeit Labels Destructible security labels that break apart upon tampering attempts, featuring VOID patterns and providing tracking capabilities with serial numbers and barcodes for asset protection.
• UL Approved Labels UL-certified labels meeting ANSI/UL 969 standards with tested label constructions and authorized printing of UL registered certification marks for electrical and industrial products.
• Graphic Design Services Prepress art department services including artwork preparation, digital image processing, color proofing, and in-house platemaking using EskoArtwork and DuPont FAST thermal processing technology.
• Promotional Labels and Coupons Temporary promotional labels, game pieces, event stickers, and rebate coupons ranging from simple single-color designs to complex multi-layer constructions with special adhesives.

Quantifiable outcome

• Industry-leading turnaround time of 5-7 days for new orders and 3-5 days for repeat orders
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CCL Industries: World's largest label converter with extensive pressure-sensitive label, shrink sleeve, and specialty packaging operations across multiple verticals including healthcare, consumer, and industrial—directly comparable to Star Label's core offering but at vastly greater global scale.
• Multi-Color Corporation: Global label solutions provider (now part of CCL Industries) serving wine, spirits, food, beverage, and personal care with premium decorative capabilities including foil stamping and embossing—directly overlaps Star Label's craft beverage and personal care vertical focus.

Direct peers

• Resource Label Group: US-focused pressure-sensitive label converter serving multiple verticals including food, beverage, cannabis, and healthcare. Acquired multiple regional label shops to build national scale—comparable product mix and customer verticals to Star Label.
• Consolidated Label: US-based custom label manufacturer offering flexographic, digital, and finishing services for food/beverage, cosmetics, and industrial customers. Comparable product portfolio and consultative sales-led GTM model.
• Anchor Press: Custom label printer serving food, beverage, and consumer products with flexographic and digital capabilities. Similar mid-sized converter profile with comparable vertical specialization.
• Label Technology Inc: Custom label manufacturer providing flexographic and digital printing for food, wine, nutraceutical, and cosmetic verticals. Closely comparable in scale, technology mix, and customer segment focus.
• Coast Label Company: Custom pressure-sensitive label converter offering flexographic and digital printing with embellishment services for industrial, consumer, and food/beverage markets. Comparable product breadth and customization capabilities.
• Hammer Packaging: Multi-generation label and packaging printer offering flexographic, digital, and specialty finishing (foil, embossing) for beverage and consumer product brands. Comparable multi-decade heritage and embellishment capabilities.
• Electronic Imaging Materials (EIM): Specialty label manufacturer producing custom and stock labels for industrial, security, and commercial applications. Comparable in scale and customization focus with overlap in security and industrial verticals.

Emerging players

• Maverick Label: Custom label converter specializing in craft beer, wine, and spirits with digital printing and embellishment services. Strong overlap with Star Label's craft beverage vertical and short-run digital capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Star_Label
• Facebookfacebook.com/StarLabelProducts/?ref=hl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/2667374
• Instagraminstagram.com/starlabelproducts

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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