- Self-adhesive jar wraps, French square panels, shaker bands, and round lid stickers for spices, herbs, and dry rubs.
- Order wound on rolls for fast jar labeling, on kiss-cut flat sheets for multi-spice sets, or as individual die-cut stickers.
- Production starts at 500 labels in 10 to 14 business days, with 4 to 5 day rush available when market launches are tight.
- Free design support, zero die or plate charges, guaranteed Pantone matching, and free shipping across all 50 US states.
Custom Spice Labels
Brand 4 oz French square glass jars, round apothecary spice bottles, plastic BBQ dry rub shakers, and metal sifter caps with custom spice labels cut to your exact dimensions. Orders start at 500 labels and finish in 10 to 14 business days, with 4 to 5 day rush production available. You get free design help, zero die fees, guaranteed Pantone matching, and free shipping to all 50 states.
What are custom spice labels?
Custom spice labels are pressure-sensitive front panels, cylinder wraps, three-sided square jar bands, and circular cap toppers printed with your seasoning blend name, origin story, Scoville heat scale, nutrition facts, and scannable UPC barcode. Artisan spice blenders, championship BBQ rub brands, and specialty food co-packers use them to turn blank 2 oz and 4 oz glass jars, 8 oz plastic dredge shakers, magnetic tins, and refill pouches into a unified retail pantry line. Because ground cloves, cinnamon, cumin, and chili flakes release volatile essential oils during filling and sit beside steamy stovetops, spice labels pair sharp small-point typography with protective matte or gloss finishes that wipe clean. At CubitPack, custom spice labels start at 500 pieces and ship in 10 to 14 business days, or 4 to 5 business days with rush service, including free design help, digital proofs, 3D mockups, and free delivery to all 50 states.
Spice labels facts
- Minimum
- 500 labels
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 business days, quoted
- Formats
- Roll labels, sticker sheets, die-cut stickers
- Shapes
- Rectangle, circle lid toppers, square, oval, custom shape
- Printing
- Full-color CMYK, Pantone (PMS) match guaranteed
- Finishes
- Matte, gloss, foil stamping, spot UV
- Materials
- Clear, foil; paper, wipeable film & kraft
- Shipping
- Free across all 50 US states
Which custom spice label format fits your seasoning line?
| Format | How they arrive | Best spice application | Kitchen oil & dust notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roll labels | Wound single-file on a cardboard core | 4 oz glass spice jars & 8 oz BBQ rub shakers | Pair with matte or gloss lamination to wipe off spice dust |
| Sticker sheets | Multiple kiss-cut labels on flat sheets | Small-batch spice blends & front + lid circle pairs | Peel by hand at a filling table or slip into spice gift kits |
| Clear labels | Transparent stock on rolls or flat sheets | Glass jars holding colorful turmeric, sumac, or pink salt | Lets vibrant coarse-ground spices and herbs show through |
| Foil labels | Metallic gold, silver, or copper look | Saffron threads, vanilla beans, truffle salts & holiday rubs | Catches gourmet shop lighting and blocks oil transfer |
| Die-cut stickers | Cut individually through face stock and liner | BBQ smoker stickers & subscription box inserts | Pack loose inside mail-order seasoning sampler boxes |
Not sure which format fits?
Request a Quote →What size custom spice label do I need?
Every spice label is cut to your exact width × height in inches (or circle diameter) with zero die fee. On four-sided French square jars, measure only the flat glass face between the rounded corner bevels; on round spice jars, multiply the diameter by 3.14 and subtract 0.25 inches for a clean full wrap. Whether you are comparing custom seasoning labels, bbq rub bottle labels, round spice lid stickers, printed spice labels on rolls or spice labels with logo, we size the template to your exact container.
| Label size (W × H) | Shape | Common containers | Best format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.25 in or 1.5 in dia. | Circle | 43-400, 48-400 & 53-400 spice jar sifter caps and lid toppers | Roll or sheet |
| 1.5 × 2.75 in | Vertical rectangle | 4 oz & 6 oz French square glass spice jars (single flat face) | Roll or sheet |
| 5.25 × 2.5 in | Horizontal strip | 4 oz French square glass jars (3-sided wrap across front & sides) | Roll labels |
| 2.0 × 2.5 in or 6.0 × 2.25 in | Front or full wrap | 4 oz straight-sided round glass spice and herb jars (2.0 in dia.) | Roll labels |
| 7.0 × 2.5 in or 7.5 × 3.0 in | Horizontal wrap | 5.5 oz & 8 oz plastic BBQ dry rub and seasoning shaker bottles | Roll labels |
| 3.0 × 4.0 in | Vertical rectangle | 16 oz chef pantry bulk shaker jugs and stand-up refill pouches | Roll or sheet |
Suggested label size: 9⅛ × 2¾ in (width × height)
A typical starting point. Your account manager confirms the size on the proof.
Quote this size →Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose spice labels?
- Distinguish round vs square jarsA 4 oz round jar takes a 6.0 in cylinder wrap, while a 4 oz French square jar has four flat faces.
- Add a round lid stickerHome cooks store spice jars in pull-out drawers; a 1.25 in or 1.5 in lid circle shows the blend name from above.
- Seal against spice oilsClove, cinnamon, and chili oils stain raw paper; choose matte or gloss lamination so kitchen fingers wipe clean.
- Wipe spice dust off firstAirborne paprika or garlic powder weakens glue; wipe glass jars clean after capping so edges never lift.
- Standardize one dielineKeep the exact same label size across all blends so you can gang-run 10+ SKUs in one order.
- Check small text on proofUpload your artwork or ask for free design help, and review every spice and allergen line on your 3D mockup.
What are spice labels made of?
Which finishes can spice labels have?
Which custom spice label shape suits your jar, tin, or shaker?
Spice labels specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Supply formats | Roll labels, flat kiss-cut sticker sheets, individual die-cut stickers |
| Die-cut shapes | Rectangles, lid circles, squares, ovals, tamper lollipop strips, custom contours (no die fees) |
| Label stocks | Clear, foil; white paper, wipeable film, and kraft stocks |
| Color printing | Full-color CMYK process and guaranteed Pantone (PMS) color matching across all SKUs |
| Protective finishes | Matte, gloss, hot foil stamping, raised spot UV |
| Custom dimensions | Cut to exact width × height or circle diameter; min and max dimensions |
| Adhesive & oil spec | For glass jars, PET shakers, metal tins, and plastic sifter caps |
| Roll core & unwind | Machine or hand-applied rolls custom wound to your dispenser or applicator setup |
| Minimum order | From 500 labels (smaller trial runs considered case by case); delivered within ±5% |
| Proofing & samples | Free 2D digital proof and 3D jar mockup before payment; $50 sample kit credited to order |
| Production & delivery | 10–14 business days standard (4–5 days rush); free US shipping to all 50 states |
Ready to quote your spice labels? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →How do spice blenders and BBQ brands use custom spice labels?
A seasoning catalog rarely stops at one jar: most brands sell 8 to 30+ individual herbs, global spice blends, and grilling rubs that need to look unified on a grocery shelf and stay readable in a home kitchen drawer. Here are the four ways food brands use our custom spice labels.
Spice labels design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common custom spice label mistakes?
Square jar bevels, airborne dust, and volatile spice oils trip up many first-time label runs. Avoid these five mistakes. When specifying branded spice labels, wholesale spice labels, bulk custom spice labels, personalized spice labels and custom size spice labels, avoid these common production mistakes
- Ordering a 1.75 in wide label for a 4 oz French square jar whose flat face is only 1.5 in wide between its corner bevels.
- Applying labels before wiping airborne paprika, garlic, or cumin dust off the glass jar after filling, which weakens adhesive tack.
- Using unlaminated paper on blends rich in clove, cinnamon, or chili oil, allowing essential oils to leave dark grease rings.
- Leaving the top of the spice cap blank, forcing customers who store jars upright in drawers to pull every jar out.
- Designing a different label size for every seasoning SKU instead of sharing one master dieline across the catalog.
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Share your logo, a sketch or an AI image. We'll rebuild every element cleanly onto your label dieline and send a 3D mockup, free.
Made your design with AI?
Generated a concept in Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude or Midjourney? Send us your AI image: we rebuild every element onto your label dieline and show you a 3D mockup before you pay, free.Custom printed spice labels vs home-printed sheets: how do they compare?
| Office sheets printed at home | Custom spice labels from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Spice oil & grease defense | Uncoated office paper darkens when clove oil or cooking splatter hits it | Protective matte or gloss lamination wipes clean of oils and spice dust |
| French square & cap sizes | Generic sheet sizes overhang rounded square-jar corners and peel up | Cut to 1.375 × 2.5 in, 1.25 in circles, or any exact jar dimension |
| Multi-SKU color coding | Home inkjet colors drift from sheet to sheet across 20 spice blends | Commercial CMYK and guaranteed Pantone color coding across every SKU |
| Application speed | Slow fingernail peeling from flat office sheets | Fast-peel rolls or kiss-cut sheets combining front and lid labels |
| Prepress & dielines | You align 20 separate spice text templates by hand | 10–14 business days (rush 4–5), with free design help and 3D mockup |
Get custom spice labels sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are spice labels safe and sustainable?
FDA 21 CFR 101.22 spice and allergen legibility
Seasoning blends require clear ingredient lists and major allergen disclosures (such as sesame, wheat, soy, or milk); we check that 5 pt to 6 pt type prints sharp on your proof.FSC paper and ISO 9001 partner production
FSC paper stocks and ISO 9001 certified partner facilities are available on request for grocery and specialty food wholesale accounts.Indirect food packaging & tamper-seal layouts
Tell your account manager if you need lollipop-style tamper-evident lid strips or food-safe indirect packaging stocks assigned to a certified partner facility.How do I order custom spice labels?
Tell us what you need
Size, quantities or AI conceptCompare volume pricing
Dedicated account managerApprove your proof
Digital proof + 3D mockupMade and shipped
Free to all 50 statesWhat affects the cost of custom spice labels?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Label dimensions
A 1.5 × 2.75 in single-face label uses less stock than a 7.0 × 2.5 in BBQ shaker wrapTotal combined quantity
Ordering 1,000, 2,500, or 5,000+ labels across your spice catalog drops the price per pieceStock selection
Clear and metallic foil stocks carry a small premium over standard label stocksFinishes & SKU count
Hot foil stamping, spot UV, and splitting a run across 10 to 30 spice blends affect setupKeep the exact same jar and label size across all 12 or 24 of your spice blends, and swap only the spice name, ingredient line, and color band. Combine multiple SKUs in Step 2 of the quote form, pay zero die charges, take 10% off your first order, and use our US competitor price-beat guarantee. Buyers ordering 4 oz round spice labels can compare up to three quantities in one quote.
10% off your first order.
Request a Quote →What do I need to send for a quote?
- The product and how many you need
- The inside size, or what goes in it
- A style, or ask us to suggest one
- Your logo or artwork (an AI image is fine)
- Pantone codes, if you have them
- Delivery ZIP code and the date you need it
Can I see a sample first?
Sample kit
Board and finish swatches, sample boxes, labels and bags. Credited to your first order.Digital proof + 3D mockup
See it before you payPrinted sample
Of your own designHow does shipping work?
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- Worldwide with DDP prices: duties and taxes included
- Blind and split shipping
- Damaged in transit? We reprint the damaged units free
Why brands choose CubitPack
Dedicated specialist
One account manager from quote to deliveryPantone guaranteed
Clearly off? We reprintReprint or refund
If we get it wrong, you chooseBBB accredited
A US business you can checkSpice labels questions
What size label fits a standard 4 oz glass spice jar?
It depends on whether your 4 oz jar is round or square. A 4 oz round glass jar (2.0 in wide) takes a 2.0 × 2.5 in front label or a 6.0 × 2.25 in wrap. A 4 oz French square jar takes a 1.5 × 2.75 in panel on one flat face.
What size round sticker fits on top of a spice jar lid?
Standard 4 oz glass spice jars with 48-400 or 53-400 necks take a 1.25 in or 1.5 in circular lid sticker inside the outer cap rim. Measure the flat center circle of your cap and subtract 1/8 inch so edges stay flat.
Can I combine 10 or 20 different spice names in a single label order?
Yes. Multi-SKU seasoning lines are our specialty. Keep the same width, height, shape, and material across all spices, select 2 designs or 3+ designs in Step 2 of the quote form, and list your blend breakdown in the notes.
How do I stop spice oils and kitchen grease from staining my labels?
Spices high in volatile oils (clove, cinnamon, cumin, and chili flakes) and stovetop grease blotch uncoated paper. Add matte or gloss lamination over your labels or pick a clear, foil, or film stock so oils wipe off.
Why are my labels lifting at the edges on French square spice jars?
French square jars have four flat faces that curve sharply into rounded corner bevels. If a flat label is even 1/16 inch too wide, its edges ride onto those stiff corner curves and spring up. Subtract 1/4 inch from the face width.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom spice labels?
Our standard minimum order is 500 custom spice labels. If you are launching a small artisan spice set or farmers market line and need a smaller trial run, ask your account manager and we will review it case by case.
Should I order spice labels on rolls or flat sticker sheets?
Choose roll labels when you fill and label 50 or more jars per batch or use a tabletop dispenser. Choose flat kiss-cut sticker sheets for smaller batches or when pairing a front rectangle and a round lid sticker on one sheet.
Can you print tamper-evident lollipop seals that bridge over the spice lid?
Yes. Because we never charge die fees for custom shapes, we can cut a lollipop-style label (a 1.5 in top circle connected to a narrow vertical strip) that sticks to the cap and folds down onto the glass neck.
Can you match my spice jar labels to my custom spice boxes and pouches?
Yes. Because CubitPack produces custom spice labels, custom spice boxes, and stand-up pouches under one roof, we print all of your packaging to the same guaranteed Pantone color code.
How long do custom spice labels take to print and ship?
Standard production takes 10 to 14 business days after you approve your digital proof and 3D mockup and complete payment. Rush production in 4 to 5 business days is available when quoted, and US shipping is free.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →Spice labels terms, explained
- French square jar
- A four-sided glass spice jar with flat panels and rounded corner bevels that save shelf space
- Sifter fitment
- The perforated plastic shaker disc snapped inside a spice jar neck beneath the screw cap
- Cap topper
- A circular 1.25 to 1.5 inch sticker applied to the top of a spice lid for drawer identification
- Lollipop tamper seal
- A round lid sticker with an attached rectangular tab that folds down over the cap-to-jar seam
- Volatile spice oils
- Natural essential oils in cloves, cinnamon, and citrus peel that stain unlaminated paper
- Kiss cut
- A die cut through the label face and adhesive that leaves the backing roll or sheet liner intact
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Get your spice labels price
One dedicated account manager prepares pricing across up to 3 quantities.
- Free design & AI-to-print studio + 3D mockup
- No die or plate charges · 4–5 day rush available
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 10% off your first order
- Reprint or refund if we get it wrong
All CubitPack minimums (500 labels), turnaround times (10–14 business days, rush 4–5), formats, shapes, and finishes come from our published product specifications and were verified by a packaging specialist. Jar formulas cover 4 oz round cylinders, French square faces, and sifter caps. Spot an error? Tell us and we will fix it. Tell us if something looks wrong.
Sources
- CubitPack 500-label minimum, 10–14 business day turnaround (4–5 day rush), formats, shapes, finishes, free US shipping, and Pantone guarantee
- FDA 21 CFR 101.22 spice, seasoning, and allergen declaration formatting standards
- FINAT pressure-sensitive label test methods, unwind direction charts (1 to 8), and adhesive peel standards
What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.