Direct Thermal 4×8 Labels Zebra Compatible White Shipping Labels – 102mm X 210mm (4″ X 8″) – 640 Labels/Roll (76mm Core)

4×8 labels give extra printable space, so they’re commonly used for large parcel/shipping labels, pallet tags, multi-barcode/QR-code shipping formats, and clear, multi-line product/packing lists where a 4×6 won’t fit. They’re a go-to where extra address/handling information or large machine-readable barcodes are required.

Most 4″ (width) thermal printers that accept a 3″ core and an ~8″ outer roll diameter will handle 4×8 labels. Always check your printer’s max roll outer diameter, core size, and driver page size support — but common desktop and industrial printers (Zebra, Datamax/Honeywell, SATO, and TSC) are compatible.

Choose direct thermal when you need a cost-effective, ribbon-free solution for short-term shipping or indoor use. Choose thermal-transfer (with ribbon) when you need durability — resistance to heat, sunlight, oils, or multi-year life. The decision depends on lifetime and environmental exposure, not just price.

Many carrier systems will return a 4×8 label if you request it, but 4×6 is still the standard for most shipping platforms — some couriers effectively return a 4×6 label with blank space added to make it 4×8. Always confirm with your carrier or shipping software to avoid formatting/scan issues.

Counts depend on core and outer-diameter choices: a 3″ (76 mm) core commonly yields large counts (hundreds) — vendors list configurations like 640–750 labels/roll on 3″ cores (8″ OD) or fewer labels on smaller cores. Pick the core and OD that match your printer spindle and throughput needs.

Direct thermal prints are durable short-term (months) but will fade with heat, strong sunlight, oils, or abrasion; for longer life, use thermal-transfer or top-coated direct thermal stocks. Store unused labels flat in a cool, dark, low-humidity place (roughly 18–24°C, <50% RH) to maximize shelf life.