The Label Martindependent reference

Independent reference. We don't print or sell labels, and we're not affiliated with Avery or any business called Label Mart. Ownership disclosure

How we check facts

Sources we use

  1. Template specs: the maker's own template page for that number (for Avery, avery.com/templates/<number>). We record the size, labels per sheet, listed uses, download formats and compatible numbers exactly as listed, and the date we checked.
  2. Canadian food labeling: the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) industry labelling pages, and the Food and Drug Regulations and Safe Food for Canadians Regulations on the Justice Laws Website.
  3. Carriers: the carrier's own help pages (UPS, USPS and others), dated.

We don't use seller cross-reference charts as a source. Several have errors.

What "not yet verified" means

If a value isn't published on the source page we checked, such as label margins, gaps or printer type, we write "not yet verified" instead of filling it in from memory or a reseller. We add it once we can source it.

Our own arithmetic

Metric conversions (1 inch = 25.4 mm), decimals, label areas and text-line estimates are our calculations and are labeled "our conversion" or "our math". Sheet drawings show a full layout only when the layout is stated by the maker or fixed by the sheet size; otherwise we draw a single label at scale.

What we won't do

  • Sell, rank or recommend label brands, sellers or printers.
  • Recommend the owner's label shop, or any shop.
  • Imply that we speak for Avery, CFIA or any carrier.
  • Give legal advice. Our food labeling pages are general information; check your product with CFIA.
  • Publish invented reviews, testimonials or experts.

Corrections

If a size, number or rule is wrong or out of date, tell us. We check it against the source and fix confirmed errors, noting material corrections on the page.