The biggest mistake new e-commerce businesses make is printing shipping labels on standard A4 paper, cutting them with scissors, and taping them to the box. This method might suffice for 5 packages a day, but when you scale up to 50 or 100 packages a day, it will bring your operations to a halt.
The secret of professional sellers is simple: "Print and Stick."
And the standard you need for this is clear: 100x150 thermal labels. But why insist on 100x150 mm, not 90 or 80? Let's delve into this hidden standard of e-commerce.
Why 100x150 mm? (Marketplace Standard)
Giant marketplaces like Trendyol, Hepsiburada, Amazon, N11, and Çiçeksepeti work in integration with shipping companies (Yurtiçi, Aras, MNG, etc.). The output format of this integration is close to the international logistics standard of A6 Size, which corresponds to 100 mm (Width) x 150 mm (Height) in millimeters.
Using this size offers the following benefits:
- Perfect Fit: When you click "Print Barcode" from the marketplace panel, all information in the PDF (Sender, Recipient, Barcode, Desi) fits perfectly on the label.
- Readability: Since barcodes are printed large enough, hand terminals at the shipping branch can read them in one go. On smaller labels, the barcode becomes compressed and unreadable.
- Speed: No need for adjustments. You operate with a plug-and-play approach.
Thermal Label: No More Ink Worries
The main reason for using thermal roll labels for shipping labels is cost and speed. With thermal labels, the surface of the paper is heat-sensitive.
- No Ribbon (Cartridge) Needed: The printer head heats the paper, and the text turns black. You have no ink or toner costs.
- Economical: The lifespan of a shipping label is until the product reaches the customer (maximum 1-2 weeks). For this short period, the most cost-effective solution is Eco Thermal labels.
Alternative Size: 100x100 mm
For some special shipping integrations or smaller packages, 100x100 mm (Square) labels can also be preferred. If you are only printing the barcode and recipient's name, this size is sufficient. However, if you are using a detailed shipping template, we recommend sticking to 100x150 mm.
For your needs in different sizes, you can check our blank roll labels category.
Printer Compatibility
100x150 mm labels are compatible with almost all desktop barcode printers on the market, such as Zebra, Argox, Toshiba, Godex, and Xprinter. What's important is that your printer has "Direct Thermal" printing capability.
Conclusion: Speed Up Your Operations
Shipping operations are the heart of e-commerce. If you don't want your package to be returned from the branch due to an incorrect or unreadable marketplace barcode label, choose the industry-standard 100x150 Eco Thermal labels.
To make bulk purchases by the box according to your daily shipping volume and reduce your costs, contact us. Choose fast labels for fast shipping.
