Expiry date coding

Print expiry dates on packaging with inkjet coding

Apply expiry dates clearly and consistently to your product packaging using a coding machine matched to your pack and line.

Print expiry dates on packaging with inkjet coding
Inkjet coding requirement

Expiry date printing that suits your pack

Expiry dates can be printed onto primary packaging, labels, sleeves, cartons or outer cases depending on what the customer and supply chain need to see.

The best inkjet setup depends on the packaging material, code size, date format, production speed and how frequently operators change the expiry date.

We can help you select and integrate a coder for bottles, cartons, pouches, tubs, trays, sleeves, labels and cases.

Primary packaging

Print dates directly onto bottles, tubs, pouches or labels.

Secondary packaging

Add date and batch information to cartons, trays and cases.

Controlled changes

Make date changes simple for operators while reducing avoidable errors.

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Related inkjet coding machinery

Use these pages to compare the machinery and support that may suit your pack, line speed and code requirement.

Continuous inkjet coders (CIJ)

Continuous inkjet coders (CIJ)

Non-contact coding for fast moving bottles, cans, containers and flexible packs.

High speedDate & batchCurved packs
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Thermal inkjet printers (TIJ)

Thermal inkjet printers (TIJ)

High-resolution date, QR and barcode printing for cartons, labels, sleeves and trays.

High resolutionQR codesLow mess
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Large character inkjet coders

Large character inkjet coders

Variable print for boxes, outer cases, trays and secondary packaging.

CasesCartonsVariable text
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Inkjet coding selection guide

Inkjet coding selection guide

Compare coder type, speed, pack material, code size and integration requirements before you buy.

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Questions before you buy

Common questions

Can expiry dates be printed by inkjet?

Yes. Expiry date coding is one of the most common industrial inkjet applications.

Can the expiry date include a batch code?

Yes. Expiry dates can normally be combined with batch, lot, shift or line information.

What pack types can be expiry coded?

Bottles, cartons, labels, sleeves, pouches, tubs, trays and cases can often be coded with the right setup.

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