Patent ID: 6436496
Filing Date: 2002-08-20
Classification: B32B,H04L,Y10T

Abstract:
A multilayer packaging label comprising:i. a halogen-free, multilayered heat shrink film comprising (A) a core layer comprising at least 45% by weight of copolymer of ethylene or propylene with a C3-C12 alpha olefin and 0-55% by weight of a polyolefin homopolymer or copolymer, said core having an upper and lower surface; (B) a skin layer on the upper surface of the core layer, wherein the skin layer comprises a polyolefin or polyolefin blend and (C) a print layer comprising a blend of a polyolefin and a soft polar additive, said print layer having an upper and lower surface, wherein the upper surface of the print layer contacts the lower surface of the core layer and wherein the lower surface of the print layer contains print indicia thereon; wherein the shrinkage of the film is at least about 30%; ii. a pressure sensitive adhesive layer having an upper and lower surface, wherein the upper surface of the pressure sensitive adhesive layer contacts the lower surface of the print layer; iii. a release liner in contact with the lower surface of the pressure sensitive adhesive layer.