Which Safety Seal Band Suits Which Industry?

In short: A safety seal band shows whether a pack has been opened before. Clear or printed sleeve bands are most popular in food and beverages, while hologram or void bands are preferred against counterfeiting in pharma and cosmetics.

What is a safety seal band?

A safety seal band is a special band that tears, breaks or leaves a mark when the product is opened for the first time. It assures consumers that they are the first to open the product, and hologram, clear or opaque versions also help brands protect their authenticity.

• Consumer safety: shows the pack has not been opened, especially for food and pharmaceuticals.
• Protection against counterfeiting: leaves a mark when opened or removed, protecting authenticity.
• Brand trust: raises the perception of reliability, especially for high-value products.

Which industry should use which band?

Food and beverages

On packaged food and drinks, a heat-shrink sleeve safety seal band around the cap provides both hygiene and first-opening assurance. A clear band does not cover product information.

Pharmaceuticals and health products

Where hygiene and safety are most critical, void or hologram security labels are used together with cap bands.

Cosmetics and personal care

On fragrances and make-up, the band shows that the product is original and unopened. A printed band also increases brand visibility.

Types of safety seal bands

• Hologram band: extra protection against counterfeiting.
• Clear band: security without covering pack information.
• Void band: leaves a mark when someone tries to remove it.
• Printed sleeve band: branded security with logos and warnings.

Eco-friendly options

For brands that value sustainability, seal bands can be produced from recyclable materials. We can choose the material together based on your pack and recycling goals.