Label size & unwind calculator
Calculate exact full-wrap, front-panel or lid label dimensions for jars, bottles and candles, plus roll unwind direction #1–#8.
Avoid tapered zones when measuring straight wall height. Your account manager confirms exact dieline radius and roll core size on your free proof.
Questions
Why leave a 1/8 inch gap on a full-wrap jar label?
Glass and plastic jars have slight molding tolerances. Leaving a 1/8 inch gap prevents the ends of a wraparound label from overlapping unevenly or peeling at the seam.
What does roll unwind #1–#8 mean?
Automatic label applicators feed rolls in a fixed orientation. Unwind #3 (right side dispensing first, outside wound) and #4 (left side first) are the most common for horizontal bottle and jar wrap machines; hand-applied rolls work with any unwind.
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Common US Jar, Bottle & Candle Label Reference Sizes
| Container | Typical Vessel Ø × Wall H | Full-Wrap Label (W × H) | Front Label (W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 oz dropper / tincture bottle | 1.5 × 2.25 in | 4.5 × 1.75 in | 1.75 × 1.75 in |
| 4 oz straight-sided jar | 2.375 × 2.0 in | 7.25 × 1.625 in | 2.625 × 1.625 in |
| 8 oz straight-sided candle / mason jar | 2.875 × 3.25 in | 8.875 × 2.75 in | 3.125 × 2.75 in |
| 9 oz amber / clear candle tumbler | 3.06 × 3.5 in | 9.5 × 3.0 in | 3.25 × 2.75 in |
| 12 oz honey / sauce bottle | 2.5 × 4.0 in | 7.75 × 3.5 in | 2.75 × 3.25 in |
| 16 oz wide-mouth jar | 3.25 × 4.25 in | 10.0 × 3.75 in | 3.5 × 3.5 in |
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