Shrink-sleeve labels for physician sampling

In this Q&A, Chip Meyers, VP, Corporate Public Affairs, UPS, offers perspective on serialization and track and trace for medical devices and pharmaceuticals.

Jun 10, 2005
• shrink-sleeve labels permit users to differentiate their physician samples

• made from PVC, PETG, or OPS shrink film (standard 50 micron)

• flexographic or rotogravure-printed in up to 10 colors

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