METALLIZED SHRINKABLE LABEL

摘要

The present invention is a metallized shrinkable label (10) and a method for producing the same. The label (10) of the invention is composed of a shrinkable film base (16) and a graphic (18). The graphic (18) is created by combining pigmented inks, metallic coating (20) and a shrink-resistant coating (22) which is printed in a predetermined pattern with gaps (24) so that upon exposure of the label to heat, the gaps (24) close thereby forming a continuous graphic layer (18). Advantageously, the shrink-resist coating minimizes discoloration and pleating of the metallic coating.