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FREE PRINTABLE LABELS · NO SIGN-UP

Fragile.
Handle with care.

A clear message for your next parcel. Download your free fragile label, choose your size and print.

SHIPPING-LABEL SIZE

4 × 6 inches

101.6 × 152.4 mm

Download 4 × 6 PDF For matching 4 × 6-inch stock
COMPACT LABEL

2 × 3 inches

50.8 × 76.2 mm

Download 2 × 3 PDF For matching 2 × 3-inch stock

Black & white · One label per PDF · Print at 100% / actual size

See the labels on a parcel
THE LABEL. EXACTLY AS IT PRINTS.Free printable 4 by 6 inch Fragile Handle with Care label: bold black header and broken wineglass symbol
Large type. Clear symbol.
Ready for a black-and-white label printer.
ONE MESSAGE. TWO USEFUL SIZES.

Make it clear.
Stick it here.

Choose a flat, visible spot on your parcel. Keep the label clear of seams, edges and your carrier’s shipping label.

The larger format gives your warning more room. The compact format leaves more space on a smaller parcel.

Choose your label size ↑
4 × 6-INCH LABEL

Illustration only. Use the PDF and matching stock for the correct printed size.

FROM DOWNLOAD TO PARCEL

Four quick checks for a clear first print.

  1. Match the file to your label stock

    Choose the 4 × 6-inch PDF for 4 × 6-inch labels, or the 2 × 3-inch PDF for 2 × 3-inch labels. Check that your printer supports the stock you are loading.

  2. Use actual size

    Open the PDF, select portrait and print at 100% / actual size, with one page per label. Each file contains one label: set the number of copies in the print window.

  3. Check the first label

    Make sure the black header, glass symbol, wording and border are all visible. Stock sold as 100 × 150 mm is slightly smaller than true 4 × 6 inches; match the paper setting to the actual roll and fit to its printable area if needed.

  4. Pack well, then label

    Wrap fragile contents individually, add suitable cushioning and fill empty space. The label communicates a handling warning; it does not replace protective packaging or your carrier shipping label.

    FedEx’s fragile-packing guide ↗
PREFER AN IMAGE FILE?

Your label, as a PNG.

Save an image to share with your supplier. Use the PDF above when you need the page set to the exact print size.

Printable 4 by 6 inch Fragile Handle with Care shipping warning label with a broken-glass symbol
4 × 6-inch label1200 × 1800 pixels · PNGDownload 4 × 6 PNG ↓
Printable 2 by 3 inch Fragile Handle with Care shipping warning label with a broken-glass symbol
2 × 3-inch label600 × 900 pixels · PNGDownload 2 × 3 PNG ↓
BEFORE YOU STICK IT

A few label details.

Are these fragile labels free?
Yes. Download the PDF or PNG without an account, email address or payment. The label itself has no ArrowPath logo or advertising.
Which fragile label size should I choose?
Use 4 × 6 inches when you have matching shipping-label stock and enough flat space on the parcel. Choose 2 × 3 inches for compatible smaller stock and compact parcels. Both use the same artwork. Neither size is a universal carrier requirement.
Can I print these on a thermal label printer?
Yes, if your printer supports the chosen stock size and PDF printing through your computer or printer app. The artwork is black and white. Check the paper size and first print; print quality depends on the printer, stock and settings.
Can I use ordinary paper?
Yes. Print at actual size on paper large enough for the label, then cut it out and secure it flat. Protect it from damage and keep your shipment’s address and barcodes uncovered. These files contain one label per page, rather than an A4 or US Letter sheet layout.
Will a fragile sticker guarantee careful handling?
No. It gives a visible handling warning, but it cannot guarantee special treatment or prevent damage. Use suitable protective packaging and check your carrier’s requirements for what you are sending.

Label sorted.
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