Lot number and expiration date labels
Yes, you can print lot and expiration date labels on a Zebra. Put lot, SKU, and best-by in Excel. Design one sticker in the free label maker. Map {{lot}}, {{exp}}, {{sku}}. Print the run.
Free label maker: Open app.mylabelmaker.com. No signup. You can print from Excel. Print to a Zebra from this computer, or download PNG or PDF.
How to print lot and expiration date labels
- Open https://app.mylabelmaker.com. No signup.
- Set the size to the case or product sticker you actually have.
- Add LOT, EXP or BEST BY, SKU, and an optional CODE128 barcode.
- Load Excel or CSV. Preview one row. Print a test, then the run.
What to put on the label
- SKU or product name
- LOT: a clearly labeled lot code
- EXP or BEST BY: a date like 2026-12-31 or DEC 2026
- Optional CODE128 of lot or SKU for WMS picks
Food panels: nutrition facts labels. Product stickers: product label maker.
Print a whole list from Excel
Columns: sku, lot, exp, qty (qty can drive how many identical labels you print). Design once. Print N copies per row, or one row per unit. Match DPI (203 or 300) so small date text stays sharp. Fuzzy fix. Batch deep dive: batch print · Excel labels.
Dating rules stay yours
- Use the date wording your category requires (EXP vs BEST BY vs USE BY).
- Keep lot traceability consistent with your food safety records.
- This tool prints labels. It does not replace regulatory review of your panel claims.
Thermal direct labels can fade with heat, sunlight, or oil. For long shelf life on a product, think about stock and placement.
Open the free label maker
No signup. Print from Excel. Lot, SKU, date. Print to a Zebra from this computer.
Open mylabelmaker