Our 3" x 1.5" blank inkjet roll labels provide a wide, low-profile rectangular format that works well for product branding, jars, bottles, retail packaging, barcodes, QR codes, inventory labels, and other compact applications. The 3-inch width gives you useful horizontal design space for logos, product names, barcodes, and short descriptions while keeping the label height at only 1.5 inches.
For this roll label size, the 3" dimension runs across the roll and the 1.5" dimension feeds into the roll. This orientation is important when checking printer compatibility because your printer must support a media width of at least 3 inches.
These labels are designed for compatible inkjet roll label printers and are available in multiple materials, adhesives, and roll configurations. Choose the material and roll configuration that best fit your printer and application.
View 3" x 1.5" Roll Labels by Material
Choose from available inkjet roll label materials and adhesives for your 3" x 1.5" labels. Material options may include everyday white materials, gloss finishes, water-resistant options, and specialty materials for retail packaging, bottles, jars, cosmetic products, food items, and product identification.
| Label Size | Label Type | Common Uses | Printer Type | Shop Labels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3" x 1.5" | White Inkjet Roll Labels | Product labels, jar labels, packaging labels | Inkjet roll label printers only | Shop 3" x 1.5" White Inkjet Roll Labels |
| 3" x 1.5" | Gloss Inkjet Roll Labels | Retail products, candles, cosmetics, branding | Inkjet roll label printers only | Shop 3" x 1.5" Gloss Inkjet Roll Labels |
| 3" x 1.5" | Water-Resistant Inkjet Roll Labels | Bottles, bath products, refrigerated products | Inkjet roll label printers only | Shop 3" x 1.5" Water-Resistant Inkjet Roll Labels |
| 3" x 1.5" | Specialty Inkjet Roll Labels | Premium packaging, specialty products, branding | Inkjet roll label printers only | Shop 3" x 1.5" Specialty Inkjet Roll Labels |
Available Roll Sizes & Configurations
This label size may be available in multiple roll configurations to fit different inkjet roll label printers and production needs. Before ordering, confirm the required core size, maximum outside roll diameter, media width, sensing method, and roll direction for your printer.
- Mini Rolls: 2" core with a 4" maximum outside diameter
- Standard Rolls: 3" core with a 6" maximum outside diameter
- Double Capacity Rolls: 3" core with an 8" maximum outside diameter
Smaller rolls are useful for compact desktop inkjet printers, while larger-capacity rolls can reduce roll changes during higher-volume printing.
3" x 1.5" Roll Label Orientation
With roll labels, the first number represents the dimension across the roll and the second number represents the dimension into the roll in the feed direction.
- 3" = width across the roll
- 1.5" = length into the roll
- Shape: Rectangle
- Format: Inkjet roll labels
- Printer type: Compatible inkjet roll-fed label printers
A 3" x 1.5" roll label is different from a 1.5" x 3" roll label because the orientation on the roll is reversed. Printer and applicator compatibility can depend on which dimension runs across the roll.
Common Uses for 3" x 1.5" Roll Labels
The 3" x 1.5" format is a practical horizontal rectangle that works well when you need more width for branding, product names, barcodes, or short descriptions without using a tall label.
Food & Specialty Food Labels
- Jam and jelly jar labels
- Honey jar labels
- Spice and seasoning labels
- Sauce bottle labels
- Bakery packaging labels
- Snack pouch labels
- Specialty food labels
Candle & Home Fragrance Labels
- Candle jar labels
- Candle tin labels
- Wax melt packaging labels
- Room spray labels
- Home fragrance product labels
Cosmetic & Personal Care Labels
- Cosmetic jar labels
- Skincare product labels
- Soap packaging labels
- Small lotion bottle labels
- Bath and body labels
- Hair care product labels
Retail & Product Packaging
- Product branding labels
- Small box labels
- Retail packaging labels
- Private-label products
- Promotional labels
- Handmade product labels
Barcode, QR Code & Identification Labels
- UPC barcode labels
- Code 128 barcode labels
- QR code labels
- SKU labels
- Inventory labels
- Lot and batch labels
- Product identification labels
Why Choose a 3" x 1.5" Label?
The 3" x 1.5" size offers a useful balance of width and compact height. The 3-inch width gives you room for a logo, product name, barcode, QR code, or multiple lines of short text, while the 1.5-inch height keeps the label compact enough for many jars, bottles, tins, boxes, and pouches.
This size is especially useful when a square label is too narrow but a taller rectangular label would take up more vertical space than necessary.
Designed for Inkjet Roll Label Printers Only
These 3" x 1.5" labels are supplied on rolls and are designed for compatible inkjet roll label printers. They are not intended for standard 8.5" x 11" sheet-fed desktop printers.
When printing roll labels, the label dimensions are typically entered directly into your printer driver, printer software, or label design program.
- For compatible inkjet roll label printers
- 3" media width across the roll
- 1.5" feed length
- Not for standard sheet-fed inkjet printers
- Not for standard sheet-fed laser printers
- No sheet-style template required
- Label dimensions are entered in the printer software
No Template Needed for 3" x 1.5" Roll Labels
Roll labels are set up differently from labels supplied on sheets. Sheet labels usually require a fixed template because each label must line up with a predetermined position on the sheet.
With inkjet roll labels, your printer software controls the label dimensions. Enter a label width of 3" and a feed length or height of 1.5", choose the correct media settings, and create your design within that print area.
If you need labels for standard desktop sheet printers instead, visit our Label Templates page.
Before Ordering 3" x 1.5" Roll Labels
Before ordering, confirm that your printer supports the complete roll configuration. Label size alone does not determine compatibility.
- Label size: 3" x 1.5"
- Roll orientation: 3" across the roll and 1.5" into the roll
- Printer type: Compatible inkjet roll label printers
- Core size: Confirm your printer requirements
- Outside roll diameter: Confirm the roll fits your printer or external roll holder
- Sensing method: Confirm your printer's gap or media sensing requirements
- Material: Select a material compatible with your printer and application
- Adhesive: Choose the appropriate adhesive for the surface and intended use
Popular Products That Use 3" x 1.5" Labels
- Candle jars
- Candle tins
- Jam and jelly jars
- Honey jars
- Spice containers
- Sauce bottles
- Cosmetic jars
- Skincare containers
- Soap packaging
- Bath and body products
- Small retail boxes
- Product pouches
- Barcode-labeled products
- QR code product labels
- Inventory and identification applications
- Private-label products
Frequently Asked Questions About 3" x 1.5" Roll Labels
What are 3" x 1.5" roll labels commonly used for?
3" x 1.5" roll labels are commonly used for jars, candles, cosmetics, food products, bottles, retail packaging, barcodes, QR codes, inventory labels, and product branding. The horizontal rectangular format works well when a design needs more width than height.
Which direction do 3" x 1.5" labels run on the roll?
The 3" dimension runs across the roll and the 1.5" dimension runs into the roll in the feed direction.
Are 3" x 1.5" labels the same as 1.5" x 3" roll labels?
No. Although the finished printable area uses the same two dimensions, the orientation on the roll is different. A 3" x 1.5" roll is 3 inches wide across the roll, while a 1.5" x 3" roll is only 1.5 inches wide across the roll.
Are 3" x 1.5" labels good for candle jars?
They can be a good choice for many candle jars and tins because the horizontal format provides room for a logo, fragrance name, product name, and short supporting text without requiring a tall front label. Measure the usable labeling area of your container before ordering.
Can I use 3" x 1.5" labels for barcodes?
Yes. The 3-inch width provides useful horizontal space for many barcode formats, product numbers, and accompanying text. Always test the finished barcode at its intended printed size to confirm reliable scanning.
Can I use 3" x 1.5" labels for QR codes?
Yes. This size can accommodate a QR code along with a logo, URL, short instruction, or other product information. The QR code should be printed large enough and with sufficient contrast for reliable scanning.
Will 3" x 1.5" labels fit my inkjet roll label printer?
Your printer must support a media width of at least 3 inches and be compatible with the selected core size, outside roll diameter, material, sensing method, and roll configuration.
Do I need a downloadable template for 3" x 1.5" roll labels?
No sheet-style template is normally required. Enter the dimensions directly into your printer software as 3 inches wide by 1.5 inches in the feed direction.
Can these labels be applied by hand?
Yes. 3" x 1.5" labels can be applied manually or with a compatible label applicator. For machine application, verify the required roll direction, core size, outside diameter, label gap, and unwind direction before ordering.
Related Roll Label Resources
- Blank Roll Labels
- Inkjet Roll Label Materials
- Inkjet Roll Label Printer Compatibility Guide
- Preprinted Roll Labels
- Barcode Labels
- Packaging Labels
Shop 3" x 1.5" Inkjet Roll Labels
Shop 3" x 1.5" blank inkjet roll labels for compatible roll-fed label printers. This versatile horizontal size is well suited for jars, candles, cosmetics, food products, retail packaging, barcode labels, QR codes, product identification, and other applications that need a compact label with extra horizontal space.