• HENGHAO Machinery
• Mickey
• 2025-02-22

How to Calculate Oil Bottle Label Manufacturing Costs – Materials & Printing

Manufacturing labels for oil bottles involves multiple stages, including material selection, printing, die-cutting, and finishing. Each stage has associated costs, which are crucial for determining the overall production cost. This guide will walk you through how to calculate label manufacturing costs, from raw material (paper roll) to printed and die-cut labels.

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Table of Contents

1. Key Cost Factors in Oil Bottle Label Manufacturing
   • Material Cost (Paper Roll to Label)
   • Printing Cost (Flexographic Printing)
   • Die-Cutting Cost (Shaping the Labels)
   • Finishing Costs (Lamination & Coating)
   • Waste & Loss Factor
2. Label Manufacturing Cost Table
3. Final Cost Calculation for Bulk Production
4. Machines Used in the Label Manufacturing Process
5. Conclusion

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Key Cost Factors in Oil Bottle Label Manufacturing

1. Material Cost (Paper Roll to Label)

The primary material cost depends on the type of label material used. Oil-resistant materials such as BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene), PET (polyethylene terephthalate), or coated paper are commonly used.
 

Material Calculation Formula

$$\text{Material Cost per Label}=\frac{\text{Paper Roll Cost}}{\text{Total Labels Produced from the Roll<span style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;"></span>}}$$

For example:

• Paper roll width: 1000 mm
• Roll length: 5000 meters
• Roll cost: $1,500
• Label size: 100 mm × 50 mm (0.01 m²)
• Total labels per roll: (1000 mm / 100 mm) × (5000 m / 0.05 m) = 1,000,000 labels

$$ext{Material Cost per Label} = rac{1500}{1000000} = ext{$0.0015 per label}$$

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2. Printing Cost (Flexographic Printing)

Printing costs depend on the number of colors and the type of printing method. Flexo printing is widely used for high-volume label production.

Printing Cost Calculation

$$ext{Printing Cost per Label} = rac{ ext{Printing Cost per Roll}}{ ext{Total Labels per Roll}}$$

For example:

• Printing cost per roll: $2,500
• Total labels per roll: 1,000,000

$$ext{Printing Cost per Label} = rac{2500}{1000000} = ext{$0.0025 per label}$$

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3. Die-Cutting Cost (Shaping the Labels)

Die-cutting is necessary to shape the labels into the required dimensions. Costs depend on the complexity of the shape and tooling expenses.

Die-Cutting Cost Calculation

$$ext{Die-Cutting Cost per Label} = rac{ ext{Die-Cutting Cost per 1000 Labels}}{1000}$$

For example:

• Die-cutting cost per 1,000 labels: $10

$$ext{Die-Cutting Cost per Label} = rac{10}{1000} = ext{$0.01 per label}$$

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4. Finishing Costs (Lamination & Coating)

Labels for oil bottles often require lamination or UV coating to improve durability and oil resistance.

Finishing Cost Calculation

$$ext{Finishing Cost per Label} = rac{ ext{Lamination Cost per Roll}}{ ext{Total Labels per Roll}}$$

For example:

• Lamination cost per roll: $800
• Total labels per roll: 1,000,000

$$ext{Finishing Cost per Label} = rac{800}{1000000} = ext{$0.0008 per label}$$

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5. Waste & Loss Factor

Production waste occurs due to material defects, printing misalignment, or cutting errors. A typical 5% waste factor is included in cost calculations.

Waste Cost Calculation

$$ext{Total Cost with Waste} = ext{Total Cost per Label} imes (1 + ext{Waste Percentage})$$

If the total cost per label before waste is $0.0158, with a 5% waste factor:

$$ext{Final Cost per Label} = 0.0158 imes 1.05 = ext{$0.0166 per label}$$

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Label Manufacturing Cost Table (Per Label)

Cost Component	Cost per Label (USD)
Material Cost	$0.0015
Printing Cost	$0.0025
Die-Cutting Cost	$0.01
Finishing (Lamination, UV Coating)	$0.0008
Waste Factor (5%)	$0.0008
Total Cost per Label	$0.0166

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Final Cost Calculation for Bulk Production

Once we determine the cost per label, we can calculate total costs for bulk production.

For example:

• Order quantity: 500,000 labels

$$ext{Total Cost} = 500,000 imes 0.0166 = ext{$8,300}$$

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Machines Used in the Label Manufacturing Process

1. UV Flexo Printing Machine

   • This machine prints high-quality labels using UV-curable inks.
   • Advantage: Fast drying, high precision, and durable print quality.

2. Intermittent Rotary Die-Cutting Machine

   • Used for cutting labels into their final shapes with high efficiency.
   • Advantage: Handles complex die-cutting tasks with accuracy and speed.

3. Flexo Printing Machine with Integrated Die-Cutting

   • A hybrid machine that prints and die-cuts in a single operation.
   • Advantage: Reduces processing time and minimizes material waste.

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Conclusion

The total cost of manufacturing labels for oil bottles depends on raw materials, printing, die-cutting, finishing, and waste factors. By optimizing each process, manufacturers can reduce production costs and maximize profitability.

To ensure high efficiency and quality, manufacturers should use advanced machines like UV Flexo Printing Machines, Intermittent Rotary Die-Cutting Machines, and Flexo Printing Machines with Integrated Die-Cutting. These machines enhance precision, reduce waste, and improve overall production efficiency.