Variable Data Printing
Date Labels for Food
Custom date labels for food products — use-by, best-before, sell-by, and production date stickers. Variable data printing, FDA-compliant adhesives, fast turnaround from Florida.
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Date Labels That Keep Food Safe
Date labels are a critical component of food safety. They communicate freshness, guide inventory rotation, and help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. Incorrect or missing date labels can lead to food waste, regulatory violations, and consumer safety issues.
At PLU Label Stickers, we manufacture custom date labels for food producers, grocery retailers, delis, bakeries, and food service operations. Our labels support variable data printing — meaning each label can carry a unique date, lot number, or batch code.
All date labels use FDA-compliant adhesives and materials appropriate for food environments including refrigeration and freezer storage.
Use-By Labels
Consumer safety date
Best-Before Labels
Quality indicator date
Sell-By Labels
Retail inventory date
Production Date
Manufacturing date
Pack Date Labels
Packaging date
Lot/Batch Labels
Traceability codes
Date Label Applications
Grocery & Retail
Date labels for deli items, bakery products, and prepared foods in grocery store environments.
Food Manufacturing
Production date and lot code labels for packaged food products on manufacturing lines.
Restaurants & Food Service
Date rotation labels for food prep, storage containers, and FIFO inventory management.
Bakeries
Best-before and baked-on date labels for bread, pastries, and baked goods.
Dairy Products
Use-by and sell-by labels for milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy items.
Meat & Seafood
Pack date and use-by labels for fresh and frozen meat and seafood products.
Date Label Features
Variable Data
Each label printed with unique dates, lot numbers, or batch codes.
FDA Compliant
Food-safe adhesives for direct and indirect food contact.
Removable Options
Clean-peel removable adhesive for reusable containers.
Freezer Grade
Adhesives that hold through refrigeration and freezer storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between use-by and best-before dates?
Use-by dates indicate the last date a product should be consumed for safety. Best-before dates indicate when a product is at peak quality but may still be safe after that date.
Can each label have a different date printed?
Yes. We offer variable data printing that allows each label in a run to carry a unique date, lot number, or batch code.
Are date labels for food FDA compliant?
Yes. All adhesives meet FDA requirements for food contact applications.
Do you offer removable date labels?
Yes. We offer removable adhesive options for reusable containers and food service applications.
How fast can you produce date labels?
Standard orders ship within a few business days. Rush production is available for urgent requirements.
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