Soy-based Ink
Soy-based inks produce brighter, more vibrant colors using less ink than petroleum-based inks, making them a more cost-effective ink solution. Soy inks can also be removed more easily for recycling. Not applicable to all products.
PFAS‑Free Heat Transfer Labels
Future‑proof your branding with compliant, high‑performance transfers—zero PFAS, zero compromise.
PFAS‑Free Heat Transfer Labels Overview
Meet rising regulations and consumer expectations without sacrificing performance. SML’s PFAS‑Free Heat Transfer Labels are completely free from PFAS compounds in both PET film and inks, OEKO‑TEX certified, and engineered to match or exceed traditional transfers. They run on your existing equipment, deliver bright, durable graphics, and help future‑proof your program for EU and U.S. PFAS bans.
From premium apparel to outdoor and sportswear, our PFAS‑free transfers provide excellent adhesion, high color fastness, and long wash durability—while supporting complex artwork, micro‑detail, and QR code integration for traceability and consumer engagement.
Features and Benefits of PFAS‑Free Heat Transfer Labels:
- Zero PFAS, fully compliant: Align with global PFAS bans; OEKO‑TEX certified
- Performance without compromise: Excellent adhesion and durability; 25× wash test success
- Production‑ready: Hot or cold peel; 110–160°C application; anti‑static, smooth runs
- Design freedom: Supports fine detail, complex logos, and QR/serial codes
- Seamless adoption: Compatible with existing heat transfer equipment and workflows
- Brand protection: Enables authenticity, DPP/Digital ID, and anti‑counterfeiting use cases
- Market appeal: Strengthens sustainability claims and consumer trust
- Value: ~10% premium offset by reduced risk and access to PFAS‑restricted markets
Common Use Cases:
- Apparel, sportswear, outdoor, lifestyle
- High‑precision branding and complex graphics
- Programs requiring compliance, traceability, and transparent sustainability communication
Brand Identification Solutions
Our brand identification solutions include everything your brand needs to ensure global consistency in design, color, material usage, and data carriage.
Comprehensive Offerings
Our Inspire™ and EcoInspire™ product portfolios provide a full range of business solutions that address your brand’s unique functional, aesthetic, identity, sustainability, and security needs.
End-to-End Services
From design and printing to tagging and shipping, we manage the entire label manufacturing process to ensure the highest product quality.
Global Production
Our global in-house production capabilities and localized services allow us to deliver consistent, high-quality labels and accessories within short lead times.
Creative Services
Our in-house creative design experts work as an extension of your team to design packaging products that distinguish your brand.
Sustainable Materials
We continue to develop new types of sustainable packaging that meet both the aesthetic needs of your brand and your waste reduction and recycling objectives.
Water-based Ink
Water-based inks do not contain PVC or phthalates and do not require solvents for cleaning equipment. They contain fewer oil-based chemicals and are less harmful, making them safe for use with underwear, swimwear, and baby clothes. Not applicable to all products.
Bamboo
Bamboo is hypoallergenic, absorbent, fast-drying, and naturally anti-bacterial. It is extremely durable and soft as silk, and it grows quickly — producing 10 times the yield of cotton with less use of water, pesticides, and fertilizers. Not applicable to all products.
Organic Cotton
Organic cotton is softer, more breathable, and higher quality than non-organic cotton. It is grown free of genetically modified organisms (GMO) and without the use of chlorine bleach, synthetic dyes, or any synthetic agricultural chemicals. Not applicable to all products.
Recycled Polyester
Recycled polyester offers excellent quality for less energy than virgin polyester. The recycled material preserves the virgin oil needed to manufacture new fibers, and the applications are unlimited. Not applicable to all products.
E-Platform Data Management System
Manage and streamline the complete ordering fulfillment process between brands and manufacturers, while obtaining a single source of truth for data integrity and orders visibility.
- Seamlessly manage label orders
- Reliable data management
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I create a dynamic QR code?
Yes. SML can help you create dynamic QR codes or dynamic QR labels easily. Dynamic QR labels and codes offer brands an easy way to verify SKUs, perform quality checks, and authenticate products via ScanMoguL. ScanMoguL is SML’s proprietary 2D barcode scanning app, available on both iOS and Android. To get started on creating a dynamic QR code, contact us today.
How do I make QR code labels?
To make QR code labels, first decide what information to show when the QR code is scanned. Then create the QR code using a QR code generator. Save your design for printing. Print the QR code on your desired material. SML can make the process for creating QR code labels seamless and easy. Contact us today and our expert will get in touch with you.
