25mm Stickers: Fragile Labels, Pack of 120 (25mm x 50mm)
A pack of 120 fragile labels measuring 25mm x 50mm (2.5cm x 5cm) is a small, practical format. If you searched for 25mm stickers, note that this one is 25mm on the short side and 50mm on the long side, so it is a rectangle rather than a circle or a square. That shape suits the narrow edge of a box, a mailer seam or the lid of a jar carton.
120 labels is enough for a few months of parcels for a small seller. At around 10 parcels a week, a pack lasts roughly 12 weeks, and you can use two labels on awkward boxes.
What size are these 25mm stickers in real life?
25mm is about the width of a one euro coin, a little under an inch. The 50mm length is roughly the width of a credit card's short end, a bit over half of it. Put one on a small box and it reads clearly, yet it does not cover much of the surface.
The word "FRAGILE" on a label this size is normally set in bold capitals, often with a glass or a broken-item symbol. At arm's length, around 50cm, it stays readable. From across a sorting floor it will not, which matters for the next section.
Where to put fragile labels on a parcel
Small labels work best in pairs or more. One on the top face, one on the longest side. Do not put them over a seam or tape join, because the adhesive can lift when the tape flexes.
- Keep the label flat on a smooth surface, away from folds.
- Place it at least 2cm from the shipping address so scanners are not blocked.
- Press down for about 10 seconds, particularly on kraft board.
- On padded mailers, choose a spot without bubbles underneath.
If the parcel is large, a 25mm x 50mm sticker is honestly too small to do the job alone. Use it as a secondary marker next to a bigger label or a printed warning on the carton.
Using small labels on candles and wax melts
Makers of candles often ship glass jars, so a fragile marker is a common extra. Safety and hazard information is a different matter, and it needs its own correctly sized label. If you are unsure how big a warning panel should be, a quick check of 45mm to cm (4.5cm) gives you a sense of the space available on a standard jar or lid.
For clamshell packs, the same advice applies to wax melt labels: keep the fragile sticker on the outer carton and the product information on the pack itself, so neither gets in the way of the other.
Paper, adhesive and finish: what to check
Most fragile stickers in this size are printed on a gloss or matt paper with a permanent adhesive. Gloss resists scuffs in transit. Matt is easier to write on, which helps if you want to add a date or initials.
Before you rely on any label, test it on your own packaging. Cold, dusty or recycled board can weaken the grip. A good test is to stick one on, leave it for 24 hours, then try to peel a corner. If it lifts cleanly with no resistance, choose a stronger adhesive.
Matching the rest of your packaging
Many small sellers pair a fragile sticker with a branded sender label so the parcel looks consistent. For Irish senders, searching for personalised return address labels ireland brings up formats that can carry a logo and a postcode (Eircode) in a similar compact size.
Keep colours simple. Red or black on white is the clearest, and it photocopies and scans well.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many labels are in the pack?
The pack contains 120 stickers, each 25mm x 50mm. They usually come on sheets, so you peel them one by one as needed.
Are 25mm stickers big enough for fragile parcels?
For small boxes, envelopes and jar cartons, yes. For anything bigger than a shoebox, use two or three labels, or add a larger one, so handlers see the warning from a distance.
Can I write on the label?
Matt finishes take a ballpoint or a permanent marker well. Gloss can smudge, so a fine permanent marker is the safer choice.
Will it stick to kraft board and plastic mailers?
Permanent adhesives generally hold on both, provided the surface is dry and dust free. Textured or very cold surfaces are the usual cause of peeling, so test one first.