How thermochromic labels work: reversible, irreversible and liquid crystal
Three kinds of temperature-sensitive ink, what each one is good for, and the five decisions that decide whether a colour-changing label works on your product.
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Notes on temperature and labels
Guides and industry news for brands planning thermochromic labels and temperature indicators.
Choosing the activation temperature for a colour-changing cup or can label
Cold-reveal, hot-reveal or a colour band: how to pick the temperature, the colours and the format for drinks packaging that tells people when it is ready.
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Using thermochromic labels for anti-counterfeiting and tamper evidence
A hidden mark that appears under a warm thumb, a seal that changes colour when torn: simple security features customers can check without a reader.
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