Cryo Labels (LabTAG)

LabTAG has an extensive catalogue of cryogenic (-196°C), deep-freeze (-80°C) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) specialty labels for use in a range of applications from laboratory identification solutions to biomedical research labs, hospitals, and other healthcare institutions. This table outlines the cryogenic label brands and their main differentiating attributes, which you should consider when assessing your needs. They are available in many sizes, colours, and configurations.

CRYOGENIC LABELS (-196°C)

Brand Description	Min Temps	Max Temps	Min Application Temps	Printer Format	Styles	Surfaces
Cryo-LazrTAG™ thermoplastic waterproof labels are specifically designed to adhere to containers for long-term deep-freeze or cryogenic storage in liquid nitrogen, laboratory freezers or transportation on dry ice. Resistant to multiple freeze-thaw cycles without fading, detaching, or wrinkling, these laser labels are wear-and-tear proof, will not jam printers, and resist UV and gamma irradiation.	-196°C	+120°C & +150°C	-28°C & -12°C	Hand-writable Laser printers Sheets	Standard Clear Wrap Autoclave Permanent or removable	Vials Tubes PCR Tubes Plates Boxes
Cryo-JetTAG™ are ideal for prolonged storage in low temperature conditions. Excellent resistance to harsh chemicals such as alcohol, acetone, and xylene. Compatible with most with inkjet printers or can be written on using cryo markers and ballpoint pens they are perfect for printing colour logos, graphics, text, barcodes, serial numbers, and other types of information. Free online MS Word templates available.	-196°C	+120°C		Hand-writable Inkjet printers Sheets and rolls	Standard Permanent
Lab-TAG™ are waterproof deep-freeze labels made with a strong adhesive ideal for liquid nitrogen storage (subject to prior verification of compatibility of labels and intended vial cap material in Liquid Nitrogen), freezers and dry ice. Specially designed to comfortably fit cryo vials and Eppendorf tube caps available in 15 individual colours for colour-coding and rapid identification.	-196°C	+110°C	-12°C & -7°C	Hand-writable Sheets and rolls	Standard Permanent	Vials Tubes
NitroTAG® labels are perfect for identifying small diameter cryo vials, microtubes, plates and boxes. They will resist extreme cryogenic temperatures (liquid or vapour phase liquid nitrogen) and their strong permanent cryo adhesive allows labels to adhere to wet surfaces Resist spraying and swabbing with alcohol and surface sanitising wipes. RFID NitroTAG® is also available.	-196°C	+110°C	-12°C	Thermal-transfer Sheets and rolls	Standard Permanent	Vials Tubes Boxes Wet surfaces
SnapPEEL allows both labels to be peeled in a single motion and makes applying the circle labels on the vial cap more precise. Once the circle is attached, the rectangle portion can then be easily snapped off and applied on the side of the vial. Currently available for NitroTAG® cryogenic labels	-196°C	+110°C	-12°C	Thermal-transfer Sheets and rolls	CirTango shape Permanent	Tubes Wet surfaces
CryoSTUCK® labels are ideal for labelling already frozen cryo vials, microtubes, cardboard and plastic boxes under deep-freeze conditions ideally done on dry ice. Containers can be returned immediately to cryogenic storage once labels are applied without any cure time required. They resist extreme cryogenic temperatures, perfect for long-term preservation in liquid nitrogen and ultra-low temperature freezers. RFID CryoSTUCK® is also available.	-196°C	+100°C & +110°C	-80°C & -72°C	Thermal-transfer Laser printers Sheets and rolls	Standard Clear Wrap Cover-up Permanent	Frozen vials Tubes Boxes
MetaliTAG™ labels are for use on metal surfaces in liquid nitrogen Dewars, including aluminium vial canes, metal cryo freezer box racks and aluminium cassettes and metal sleeves. They are made from a cryogenic material that has been tested and approved for applying to stainless steel and aluminium with subsequent immersion and storage inside liquid phase or vapour phase liquid nitrogen. DISCONTINUED	-1-196°C96°C	+110°C	-12°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Standard Clear Permanent	Metal racks Canes
Cryo-WrapTAG™ are self-laminating, wrap-around labels with a clear laminate that is applied over the printed portion of the label, protecting it against harsh laboratory conditions, such as abrasion, fading, exposure to harsh chemicals, and extreme temperatures. They also withstand long-term storage under cryogenic conditions and elevated temperatures, utilised in various sterilisation protocols. RFID Cryo-WrapTAG™ is also available.	-196°C	+100°C & +150°C	-12°C & -5°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Wrap Wrap + circle Autoclave Permanent	Vials Tubes
Cryo-StrawTAG™ are self-laminating labels for sort and long-term cryo-preservation of IVF straws under cryogenic laboratory conditions, including liquid and vapour phase liquid nitrogen freezers, and dry ice transportation. Printable with thermal-transfer barcode printers for secure sample identification and traceability. Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) testing results are available. Resistant to gamma irradiation.	-196°C	+80°C	+10°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Wrap Permanent	IVF straws
Cryo C-KurTAG™ are tamper-proof labels for secure fastening of tubes, cryo vials, freezer boxes, and other cryogenic containers. They are ideal for secure storage and transportation of valuable or sensitive biological samples and can withstand long-term storage under cryogenic conditions, including vapour and liquid phase liquid. The labels tear-up and are destroyed with any attempt to remove them.	-196°C	+100°C & +110°C	-12°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Tamper-evident Destructible Permanent	Vials Plates Boxes
Cryo-DTermo™ are DYMO-compatible labels designed for storage under cryogenic conditions. This includes in ultra-low temperature freezers, liquid nitrogen tanks, and during transport on dry ice. These cryo labels can be printed with 1D & 2D barcodes, alphanumeric text, and variable data.	-196°C	+70°C	-20°C	DYMO-compatible Rolls	Standard Chemical resistant Permanent	Vials Tubes Bottles Boxes
DYMO-Compatible CryoSTUCK® are solvent-resistant labels that will rapidly adhere to already frozen surfaces, such as cryo vials and tubes. They can be applied under deep-freeze conditions and the adhesive does not require cure time. They display excellent resistance to laboratory chemicals like alcohols (100% Ethanol, immersion: up to 15 minutes), xylene (immersion: up to 30 minutes), detergents, and disinfecting solutions.	-196°C	+70°C	-80°C	DYMO-compatible Rolls	Standard Permanent	Frozen vials Tubes Boxes
Cryo-DirectTAG™ are waterproof direct thermal labels with a strong adhesion on glass and plastic surfaces. These barcode printable labels can withstand long-term storage in extreme cryogenic conditions, including liquid nitrogen tanks and ultra-low temperature freezers, and will not crack or peel, even through multiple freeze-thaw cycles.	-196°C	+70°C	-28°C	Direct-thermal Rolls	Standard Permanent	Vials Tubes Boxes
Cryo-OmniTAG™ transparent thermoplastic labels are waterproof, weatherproof, and wear-and-tear proof. They can be applied to plastic, glass surfaces such as microtubes, cryovials, microplates, freezer boxes, plastic bags, and other containers. The labels can withstand boiling water, gamma irradiation, multiple freeze-thaw cycles and are intended for storage and secure preservation of samples in liquid and vapour phase nitrogen, dry ice and laboratory freezers.	-196°C	+100°C & +150°C	-23°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Clear Autoclave Permanent	Vials Tubes
PinTAG™ labels are designed to simultaneously identify the side and bottom of slim profile 2D automated sample storage and retrieval tubes, including Matrix™ and Simport® tubes. These cryogenic labels work with automatic/robotic liquid handling systems, compatible with most automated sample readers/scanners and laboratory inventory management software (LIMS).	-196°C	+110°C	-12°C	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Slim Profile Permanent	2D Tubes
PikaTAG® labels for use with the applicator tool for quick and easy application of small dot labels on vial caps and tube tops, and indented caps. The tool is ergonomic, and the glove-friendly design helps alleviate repetitive stress injuries, while its replaceable tip helps reduce waste. Labels are compatible with most common cryogenic vials (1.2 to 5ml) used for sample storage in vapour and liquid phase liquid nitrogen, freezers and for dry ice transportation.	-196°C	+110°C	N/A	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Use with applicator Permanent	Indented-cap vials
PCR-TagTrax® adhesive-free tags can be printed with barcodes and sample information, for identifying high-profile PCR tubes, 8-tube strips, as well as 96-well no-skirt/semi-skirted plates. Thermocycler and freezer-safe, these tags can be used to track samples throughout the PCR reaction, from initial prep, to amplification, and during freezer storage.	-196°C	+150°C	N/A	Thermal-transfer Rolls	Multi-configuration Non-adhesive	High-profile unskirted PCR plates Tubes Tube Strips

See all cryogenic labels here.

PRINTING OPTIONS

Self-Print

Thermal printed labels

Compatible with the Dymo 400 series but not the new, 500 series.

Thermal transfer printers provide printing to withstand harsh environments, ideal for applications requiring chemical resistance. The printers work by heating resin ribbons (commonly black) to transfer ink onto the label for resistance against harsh solvents (e.g.,xylene and DMSO). FULL LIST - CRYO THERMAL TRANSFER LABELS

Direct thermal printers use labels coated with a leuco dye which changes colour when heat is applied. Direct thermal labels are prone to fading over time, especially with exposure to chemicals, and are not compatible with sterilisation due to the leuco dye. FULL LIST - CRYO DIRECT THERMAL LABELS

See our compatible thermo GoDEX printers here.

Laser Printed Labels

Label sheet templates for MS Word

Hand write with Cryo-Markers

See our dual point cryo markers here.

Custom Print

Variable Data Printing

Simply supply us with your data and we’ll take care of printing your labels.

Full-Colour Graphics

Add your logo to asset identification tags or to your branded products.

Bar Coding

Graded 1D and 2D barcodes to guarantee accurate and consistent scanning. TruCheck Omni™ grading system is used to verify and grade 1D linear barcodes as well as 2D symbols. Barcoding services are ideal for tracking all types of biomedical research samples.