Binder, book and archive box spines
Narrow labels for binder spines, archive boxes and book spines carry a title, date range or catalogue number.
Rectangle labels · Printed in Kitchener, ON
1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels
made to order.
As a mid-size slim strip, 1.25 × 4.5 in suits binder, book and archive box spines, squeeze tubes and similar jobs. That is about 12% more label area than the 1.25 × 4 in rectangle. On rolls in matte BOPP, expect about $130.42 for 1,000, with a free proof before anything prints.
- Size1.25 × 4.5 in · 32 × 114 mm
- 1,000 labelsabout $130.42 CAD
- Per rollabout 690 to 2,300
Free proof · About 2 business days after approval · Ships Mon–Fri
Approximate prices
What 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels cost.
| Quantity | Approx. total | Approx. per label | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | from $115.11 | $1.15 | Price it |
| 250 | from $126.75 | $0.507 | Price it |
| 500 | from $128.80 | $0.258 | Price it |
| 1,000 | from $130.42 | $0.130 | Price it |
| 2,500 | from $165.46 | $0.066 | Price it |
| 5,000 | from $231.93 | $0.046 | Price it |
Quantities start at 100 labels; every order has a $50 minimum. Glossy, clear and freezer-grade stock and label sheets are priced in the quote builder.
Common applications
Where 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels work well.
Squeeze tubes
Cosmetic and ointment tubes take a narrow label along the flat part of the tube.
Shelf-edge and bin strips
Long narrow strips run along shelf edges, bin fronts and drawers with a product name, location or price.
Yarn bands
A narrow band wraps a skein or ball of yarn with fibre content, weight and care notes.
Coffee and tea bag side panels
The narrow gusset or side of a bag fits a tall label with roast date, brew notes or a barcode.
These are typical uses, not requirements. Measure your container first; the FAQ below shows how.
Materials
Stocks for this size.
Matte
Waterproof white BOPP with a soft, low-glare finish. Our default stock and the one priced in the table.
about $130.42 for 1,000Glossy
The same waterproof BOPP with a shiny finish that makes colours look brighter.
about $138.24 for 1,000Freezer grade
BOPP with an adhesive made for refrigerated and frozen products.
about $159.11 for 1,000Clear
Transparent BOPP for a no-label look on glass and plastic.
about $148.68 for 1,000Is 1.25 × 4.5 in the right size?
As a mid-size slim strip, 1.25 × 4.5 in suits binder, book and archive box spines, squeeze tubes and similar jobs. That is about 12% more label area than the 1.25 × 4 in rectangle. The label covers about 5.62 sq in (32 × 114 mm) and has room for a brand, product name and a few lines such as flavour, weight or a short description.
Between sizes? Compare rectangle labels one step smaller: 1 × 5.5 in, 1.5 × 3.75 in and one step larger: 2 × 3 in, 1.5 × 4 in, or browse all label sizes.
Designing a 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle label
Decide on portrait or landscape first; the quote builder prices both the same, and the unwind direction sets how the roll comes off. There is room for hierarchy here: one large element, one medium line and small supporting text.
Looking for ideas? See our guides to stationery labels, cosmetics labels, retail shelf labels, or browse labels by industry and label types and materials.
Instant pricing
Price your
labels.
Roll labels, shape and size are preselected for this page. Change anything, upload artwork, and add to cart when the price looks right. Free proof; production is about 2 business days after you approve it.
Your live proof
2 × 2 in
Your proof appears here once you upload artwork
We’ll show your artwork with the die line (cut path) on top so you can size, move and rotate it.Drag to move · corner handles resize · top handle rotates. The flashing line is where we cut.
1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels FAQ
Common
questions.
Prices and roll counts on this page are estimates. The quote builder gives your exact price before checkout, and every order starts with a free proof.
How much are 1,000 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels?+
On matte rolls, 250 labels are about $126.75 CAD, 1,000 about $130.42 and 5,000 about $231.93 ($0.046 each). Prices are approximate, taken from our live price list on October 6, 2026. Enter your quantity in the quote builder for the exact total with standard shipping included.
How many 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels fit on one roll?+
We wind rolls to your order. As a guide, a single-lane roll of 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle labels on a 3 in core and up to 6 in across holds about 690 to 2,300 labels. The range depends on whether the long or short side runs along the roll, which follows the unwind direction you choose. Larger orders are split over several rolls. If your dispenser or applicator needs a specific core, roll size or count per roll, add a note to your order.
Will a 1.25 × 4.5 in label fit my bottle or jar?+
Measure the flat or straight part of the container. The label needs a panel at least 1.25 in by 4.5 in, with a little margin. If you want it to wrap all the way around, the long side (4.5 in) covers a round container of about 1.5 in diameter with a small gap.
What can I fit on a 1.25 × 4.5 in rectangle label?+
At about 5.62 sq in, think a brand, product name and a few lines such as flavour, weight or a short description. A good rule of thumb is to keep text about 1/16 in (1.5 mm) inside the cut line and run backgrounds past the edge.
Is 1.25 × 4.5 in the same as 4.5 × 1.25 in?+
It is the same label turned 90 degrees, and the price is identical. Type the size the way your artwork reads (portrait or landscape), then choose the unwind direction that suits how you apply the labels.
Is there a minimum order?+
Quantities start at 100 labels and every order has a $50 minimum. At this size 100 labels already come to about $115.11, so the minimum does not change your price; most of a small order is the fixed set-up part, which is why the price per label drops quickly as you order more.