BusinessSeptember 1, 2026

linerless

LY-ner-less

Definition

A type of label system that eliminates the need for a silicone-coated backing paper (liner), reducing waste and logistics costs.

Etymology

Derived from the English noun 'liner,' referring to a protective backing or coating, combined with the suffix '-less,' meaning 'without.' The term emerged to describe industrial materials engineered to function effectively without their traditional base or support layers.

In the news

In the article, the term describes a label format that Ravenwood's new tool helps quantify in terms of carbon and cost savings. It is positioned as an essential, sustainable alternative to traditional labels that rely on wasteful backing materials.

Calculator gives Ravenwood’s linerless the commercial green light

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