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Get a Free Quote →PLU (Price Look-Up) labels are the industry standard for fresh produce identification at retail checkout. American Price Mark is your trusted source for custom PLU labels — FDA-compliant, printed on food-safe materials, available for every produce variety, and shipped fast from the USA.
All labels designed and printed domestically — no overseas delays or quality issues.
Food-safe adhesives and non-toxic inks approved for direct produce skin contact.
Competitive per-unit pricing at volume — ideal for farms, packers, and distributors.
Emergency orders filled within 24–36 hours. Standard orders ship fast via UPS.
Biodegradable and compostable label stocks with plant-based adhesives available.
Our design team supports custom branding at no extra charge — logos, barcodes, QR codes.
All varieties: red seeded, red seedless, mini, orange, fresh-cut, and organic. PLU codes 4031, 4032, 4347, 3421, 3281, and 9-prefix organic.
View Watermelon PLU Labels →All colors: green, red, yellow, orange, mini sweet, and organic. PLU codes 4688, 4689, 4690, 4691, 3101, and 9-prefix organic.
View Bell Pepper PLU Labels →Certified organic PLU labels use 5-digit codes beginning with 9. Available for all produce varieties with USDA Organic certification compliance.
Get an Organic Label Quote →Add your logo, certifications, QR codes, or GS1 barcodes to any PLU label. Full in-house design support at no extra charge.
Get a Custom Branding Quote →A PLU (Price Look-Up) label is a small adhesive sticker applied to individual pieces of fresh produce. The 4- or 5-digit PLU code identifies the item type, variety, and growing method at the point of sale, enabling accurate checkout scanning, inventory tracking, and traceability compliance.
PLU codes are standardized and managed globally by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS). Conventional produce uses 4-digit codes; organic produce uses 5-digit codes beginning with 9; and some retailers use proprietary 5-digit codes beginning with 8.
| Specification | Options Available |
|---|---|
| Label Material | Direct thermal, thermal transfer, pressure-sensitive paper or synthetic film |
| Adhesive Type | Permanent, removable, freezer-grade, or eco-friendly plant-based |
| Eco Options | Biodegradable paper, compostable stock with plant-based adhesives |
| Core Size | 1 inch standard (compatible with PLU applicators) |
| Label Sizes | Custom — from 5/16” × 5/8” up to 1⅛” × 2½” and beyond |
| Print Options | PLU code, brand logo, certifications, barcodes, QR codes, nutritional info |
| Compliance | FDA food-safe materials; IFPS PLU code registry; USDA Organic where applicable |
| Turnaround | Rush: 24–36 hours | Standard: confirmed at quote |
| Shipping | UPS — fast domestic delivery |
🔫 Apply PLU labels faster with the PLU-1000 Electric Label Gun — 8–10 hr battery, touch-sensitive nose, 2 lbs, built for produce.
Shop the PLU-1000 Applicator →Fill out our quick quote form with your PLU code(s), produce type, quantity, label size, and any custom print requirements. No commitment required.
We send a digital proof for your approval before any production begins — ensuring your labels are exactly right.
Labels are produced at our USA facility and shipped via UPS. You'll receive tracking as soon as your order ships.
Labels arrive on standard 1″ core rolls ready for your PLU applicator. We keep your specs on file for fast reorders.
A PLU (Price Look-Up) label is a small adhesive sticker applied to fresh produce containing a 4- or 5-digit code that identifies the item at checkout. PLU codes are standardized by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS) and used globally by grocery retailers for pricing, scanning, and inventory tracking.
Conventional produce uses 4-digit PLU codes (e.g., 4032 for red seedless watermelon). Organic produce uses 5-digit codes beginning with 9 (e.g., 94032). Some retailers use proprietary 5-digit codes beginning with 8 for internal use.
Yes. All our PLU labels use FDA-approved food-safe adhesives and non-toxic inks suitable for direct produce contact, including fresh fruits and vegetables.
Absolutely. We support full custom print: brand logos, certifications, GS1/GTIN barcodes, QR codes, and marketing messages. Our in-house design team handles artwork at no extra charge. The PLU code must remain the focal point per IFPS guidelines.
Yes. We offer biodegradable paper substrates and compostable labels with plant-based adhesives for sustainability-focused operations.
We offer rush turnaround within 24–36 hours for emergency situations. Standard lead times are confirmed at the time of quote based on quantity and customization. Contact us for a free quote.
Bulk pricing, FDA-compliant materials, rush options available, 100% USA turnaround. Get your free quote in minutes.
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