The IML Label Injection Molding for PP Waste Bin produced by Zhongyu Manufacturer can achieve realistic, gradient, and multi-layer composite patterns, suitable for household creative models, gift categories, and theme customized trash cans. It supports overseas brand ODM customization and balances production efficiency and pattern visual expressiveness.



1. Gravure printing on PET/PP film and Lamination
2. Cutting into standard label sheets
3. Automatic robot places labels into injection mold cavity
4. Plastic melt injection, film and plastic melt into one piece
5. Demold finished IML plastic products directly
1. Meet the market demand for creative appearance
2. Avoid the batch production pain points of post-decoration processes
3. The pattern durability matches the actual usage scenarios of the trash can
4. Adapt to the export brand customization development model
5. The entire supply chain is controllable, suitable for large-scale overseas orders
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Item |
Zhongyu Complex-graphic IML |
Sticker Label |
Water Transfer Printing |
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Complex gradient & shadow effect |
Support multi-layer realistic printing, restore light-shadow detail |
Only simple solid color, gradient layering is poor |
Hard to present delicate light-shadow, easy color deviation |
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Pattern position consistency |
Position fixed by mold, uniform for mass production |
Manual pasting, position deviation exists |
Manual operation, large batch difference |
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Resistance to wiping & water contact |
Graphic embedded inside bin body, no peeling risk |
Easy edge-lifting under damp condition |
Surface layer will wear off after long-time wiping |
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Secondary-process requirement |
No post-treatment after injection molding |
Need manual sticking after injection |
Need spraying, cleaning after transfer printing |
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Product iteration cost |
Only change film, no mold modification needed |
New die-cut for every new artwork |
Need new fixture for every new pattern |
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Mass-production yield |
Stable yield controlled in printing workshop |
Affected by manual worker proficiency |
Greatly affected by operator’s experience |
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IML Material |
BOPP, PET, PLA, HDPE |
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IML Size |
Customized According to Die Cutting Size |
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IML Thickness |
65-85 Micron |
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Temperature |
-30°C-120°C |
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Core Advantages |
Whole Shaped Technology, Scratch Resisiant, Waterproof |
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Application Scenarios |
Food Container, Daily Chemical, Industrial Packaging ,Home Appliance, Hosehold Product |
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Rich Printing Effects |
Orange Peel, Matte, High Glossy, Transparent, Laser Hologram, Metallic Aluminum, Rainbow, Color change, 3D, Embossing |
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Printing Colors |
Maximum 11 colors |
A: It supports multi-layer color separation printing and can reproduce complex effects such as gradients and three-dimensional lighting.
A: Pre-compensation for graphic deformation is done in the early stage, and pre-processing for stretching of round or square barrels is carried out in the draft.
A: The pattern is printed on the film sheet stage, avoiding batch quality fluctuations caused by manual operations.
A: No modifications to the mold are required. Just replace the IML film sheet to switch to a completely new appearance pattern.
A: The pattern is embedded in the barrel wall. Normal wiping will not cause color fading or damage to the image.
A: After the draft is confirmed, the printing and cutting are completed, and then the physical sample is made in coordination with the customer's mold.
A: We can provide a complete set of material testing documents to meet the market access review requirements in overseas markets.