Need a thin RFID format for print, packaging, or item-level tracking?
Stock SKU. Custom tooling from 2,000 pcs.
Standard; rush possible on request.
Stock samples via DHL / FedEx.
Use this label or sticker when print flow, packaging fit, or item-level handling matters as much as RF performance. Confirm reading mode, adhesive, label stock, and printer path before rollout.
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Frequency, label stock, printer flow, adhesive, and visible print requirements should be aligned before you lock the inlay.
| Product Name | NFC Sticker (13.56MHz RFID Adhesive Tag) |
| Surface Material | Paper (standard), PET (durable), PVC (outdoor), PP (chemical-resistant); custom substrate on 50,000+ MOQ |
| Antenna | Etched aluminum (standard); copper-etched premium / long-range variant |
| Dimensions | Round: Ø18, 22, 25, 30, 35, 40 mm; Square: 18 x 18, 20 x 20, 22 x 22, 25 x 25, 30 x 30 mm; custom die-cut NRE $250-650 |
| Thickness | 0.10-0.20 mm (substrate dependent) |
| Weight | 0.05-0.25 g per sticker |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56MHz (NFC / HF) |
| Compliance | ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 14443B, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092 (NFC Forum Type 2/4), RoHS 3, REACH |
| Chip Options | NXP NTAG213 (180 bytes), NTAG215 (540 bytes), NTAG216 (888 bytes), NTAG424 DNA (416 bytes + AES-128 SUN), NTAG424 DNA TT (tamper), MIFARE Classic 1K / 4K, MIFARE Ultralight EV1 / C / Nano, ICODE SLIX / SLIX2, DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 (2K / 4K / 8K) |
| Memory Range | 144 bytes (Ultralight) to 8 KB (DESFire EV3) |
| Cryptography | Open (NTAG213-216), 3DES (Ultralight C), AES-128 SUN rotating (NTAG424 DNA), AES-128 / 3DES (DESFire) |
| Read/Write Cycles | 100,000 (chip EEPROM endurance) |
| Data Retention | 5-10 years minimum (chip specification) |
| Read Range | 2-5 cm (smartphone tap); up to 10 cm (dedicated reader) |
| Adhesive Options | Permanent acrylic (standard), removable, high-tack industrial, freezer-grade cold chain (-25°C), tamper-evident destructible |
| Print / Personalization | Factory NDEF URL encoding with CSV export; full-color CMYK offset printing on sticker surface; variable data (QR / serial / barcode) via digital inkjet overprint; laser engraving on PET substrate variant |
| Smartphone Compatibility | iPhone 7+ (iOS 11+); Background Tag Reading since iOS 13 (iPhone XS+); all Android 5.0+ with NFC hardware (~95% of Android) |
| Operating Temperature | -25 deg C to +70 deg C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 deg C to +80 deg C |
| Humidity | 60-90% RH non-condensing |
| DPP / Anti-Counterfeit Features | NTAG424 DNA AES-128 SUN per-tap rotating URL; atma.io / GS1 Digital Link / CIRPASS pilot integration; factory AES key loading with customer HSM |
| Packaging | Single die-cuts (manual use); reel 500 / 1,000 / 2,000 / 5,000 pcs (automated applicator) |
| MOQ | 1,000 pieces (stock size + NTAG213); 10,000 pieces (custom size or chip); 100,000 pieces (NTAG424 DNA + AES key loading) |
| Lead Time | 7-14 business days stock; 15-25 days custom; 25-35 days NTAG424 DNA + AES keys |
Shortlist Logic
Buyers usually keep label options in play when they support the right reading mode, print flow, and packaging constraints.
Use Cases
These are the packaging, inventory, and item-level workflows where a thin RFID format typically makes the most sense.
consumer taps for product information, warranty registration, and authenticity verification without app download
share vCard contact data, LinkedIn profiles, or portfolio URLs with a phone tap at networking events
NTAG 424 DNA option provides cryptographic proof of origin for luxury goods and pharmaceuticals
link physical media to websites, videos, AR experiences, and promotional landing pages
attach to laptops, monitors, and tools for NFC-based inventory check-in and maintenance logging
trigger iOS Shortcuts or Android Tasker routines by tapping NFC stickers placed at home entry points
NFC Sticker vs NFC Coin — How To Choose
Both formats use NFC Forum Type 2 chips (NTAG213 / 215 / 216) and read identically with any smartphone. The physical difference is thickness: 0.2 mm sticker for flat surfaces vs 3-5 mm dome coin for curved or thick-attachment contexts. Different surfaces, different format.
Option A 0.2 mm thin, adhesive back, print-friendly
Best for
Option B 3-5 mm dome, keyring-mountable
Best for
Quick decision tip — If the target surface is flat and the tag can be invisible (packaging, labels, cards), stickers (Option A) at $0.06-0.22 win on cost and discretion. If the tag needs to hang from a keychain, stick to a curved bottle, or serve as a physical keepsake, coins (Option B) are the right format despite 5-10× higher per-unit cost.
Yes — if you need a smartphone-readable adhesive tag for smart packaging, NFC business cards, asset labeling, smart posters, brand authentication (with NTAG424 DNA option), home automation, or any workflow where the user taps a phone against a flat surface. The The NFC sticker works with every iPhone 7+ (iOS 11+) and Android 5.0+ device — no app install required for URL / NDEF tags — and delivers unit cost as low as $0.05 at volume. NFC tag volumes keep growing rapidly across smart packaging, DPP, and luxury authentication programs.
Pick a different tag if the workflow needs bulk-read at 4-12 m (use UHF sticker), metal surface mounting (use on-metal printable), waterproof wearable (use silicone wristband), or cryptographic per-tap authentication (use NTAG424 DNA option of this product — same adhesive format). Pick the NFC sticker when: consumers tap phones to physical products; unit cost must stay $0.05-0.25 at volume; automated applicator compatibility is required; or smart-home / office / marketing trigger programs are the target use case.
Comparison across the 5 NFC sticker chip tiers brand marketers, product managers, and IoT developers typically evaluate. Prices indicative at MOQ 10,000 pieces, stock 25 mm paper substrate.
| Chip tier | Memory | Cryptography | Smartphone read | Best fit | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXP NTAG213 (default) | 144 bytes (~132 char URL) | Open | iOS + Android | Smart packaging, business card, smart poster, home automation | $0.05 – 0.14 |
| NXP NTAG215 | 504 bytes (rich payload) | Open | iOS + Android | Gaming figurines, multi-language URL, richer NDEF payload | $0.08 – 0.22 |
| NXP NTAG216 | 888 bytes (multi-record) | Open | iOS + Android | Multi-record NDEF, vCard + URL + text combined | $0.12 – 0.32 |
| NXP NTAG424 DNA | 416 bytes + AES-128 SUN | AES-128 SUN per-tap rotating | iOS (Background Tag) + Android | Anti-counterfeit, DPP, warranty, luxury authentication | $0.45 – 1.15 |
| NXP MIFARE Ultralight C | 144 bytes | 3DES | Android (iOS limited) | Transit, ticketing, cryptographic-lite auth | $0.08 – 0.18 |
Verdict: NTAG213 is the default for 70%+ of NFC sticker deployments (marketing, packaging, home automation). Step up to NTAG215 / 216 only when payload exceeds ~132 chars. Step up to NTAG424 DNA when cryptographic authentication is required (DPP, anti-counterfeit, warranty). Ultralight C for specialty transit / cryptographic-lite workflows.
Cosmetics and personal-care brands typically apply NFC stickers at the packaging line, with NTAG424 DNA chosen when tap-to-authenticate must survive URL copying: each tap generates a SUN-rotating URL the brand verifies server-side. Standard NTAG213 covers campaigns where the tap is marketing-only.
Buyers usually validate three things during sampling: applicator compatibility with the label format, tap reliability through the final packaging material, and the encoding handoff (factory-encoded NDEF vs in-house encoding). Locking those early keeps the rollout schedule realistic.
Verified compatibility across HF / NFC chips, smartphone OS versions, label applicator equipment, and substrate / adhesive options.
| Category | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NFC chip options | NXP NTAG213 / 215 / 216, NTAG424 DNA, NTAG424 DNA TT (Tag Tamper), MIFARE Classic 1K / 4K, Ultralight EV1 / C / Nano, ICODE SLIX / SLIX2, DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 | NTAG213 is the default; NTAG424 DNA for crypto; DESFire EV3 only for niche HF secure programs (usually card format, not sticker) |
| Smartphone OS — iOS | iPhone 7 and later (iOS 11+); Background Tag Reading since iOS 13 (iPhone XS+) | NDEF URL records open mobile Safari without app install; NTAG424 DNA SUN verification via HTTPS backend |
| Smartphone OS — Android | All Android 5.0+ devices with NFC hardware (~95% of modern Android) | Full ISO 14443 A/B API via NfcA / NfcB; NTAG + MIFARE + DESFire + ICODE all supported |
| Label applicator equipment | Avery Dennison Monarch 9906 / 9985, Novexx ALX 735, Checkpoint Alpha 8000 / 9000, Brother TD-4 series, Zebra ZT610, Weber 5200 | High-speed inline 150-600 labels/min; off-line bulk 3,000-8,000 labels/hour |
| Desktop thermal-transfer printers | Zebra ZT410 / ZT421 / ZD620, Sato CL4NX, Toshiba B-EX4T, Honeywell PX45A | Resin ribbon for permanent print + on-the-fly NDEF encoding via LLRP / SDK |
| Substrate options | Paper (standard, cost-optimized), PET (durable, general), PVC (outdoor industrial), PP (chemical-resistant) | Paper for indoor marketing; PET for multi-year deployment; PVC / PP for harsh environments |
| Adhesive options | Permanent acrylic (standard), removable (event stickers), high-tack industrial, freezer-grade cold chain, tamper-evident destructible | Tamper-evident destructible critical for luxury / DPP / anti-counterfeit use cases |
| Stock sizes — round | Ø18, 22, 25, 30, 35, 40 mm | Custom die-cut NRE $250-650 + 2-3 week tooling |
| Stock sizes — square | 18x18, 20x20, 22x22, 25x25, 30x30 mm | Ad-hoc rectangular shapes supported on 10,000+ MOQ |
| DPP / smart packaging platforms | atma.io (Avery Dennison), GS1 Digital Link, Everledger, Circularise, CIRPASS pilot, Trustchain, Kezzler, NFC.cool, Blue Bite | NTAG424 DNA cryptographic verification integrates with all listed platforms |
How much does the The NFC sticker cost at 10K pcs? Stock Ø25 mm + NTAG213 + paper substrate + permanent acrylic adhesive: $0.09-0.14 per unit at MOQ 10,000. Volume brackets: MOQ 1,000 = $0.18-0.32; MOQ 10,000 = $0.09-0.14 (base); MOQ 100,000 = $0.06-0.09; MOQ 1,000,000+ = $0.045-0.065.
Chip tier up-charge? NTAG213 (base): included. NTAG215: +$0.03-0.06. NTAG216: +$0.07-0.15. NTAG424 DNA (AES-128 SUN): +$0.35-0.80 + factory AES key loading NRE $450-1,200. NTAG424 DNA TT (tamper): +$0.55-1.05. MIFARE Classic 1K: +$0.04-0.08.
Substrate and adhesive? Paper (base): included. PET: +$0.005-0.015. PVC (outdoor): +$0.015-0.030. PP (chemical): +$0.018-0.035. Permanent acrylic adhesive (base): included. Removable / high-tack / freezer / tamper-evident: +$0.008-0.025 each.
Size / shape? Stock round and square sizes: no up-charge. Custom die NRE: $250-650 + per-unit premium $0.005-0.015 until volume amortizes tooling (~10,000 pieces).
Printing and encoding? Factory NDEF URL encoding + CSV export: +$0.005-0.015 per unit. Full-color CMYK printing on sticker surface: +$0.015-0.035. Per-tag variable QR / serial overprint (digital inkjet): +$0.008-0.020.
How should I think about DPP / anti-counterfeit cost? Weigh per-unit tag and encoding cost against what counterfeit leakage costs the brand in the affected territories, plus the consumer-engagement and DPP compliance value the same tap delivers. Brands usually scope this per territory before committing to a full collection rollout.
NFC tag adoption keeps climbing on the back of smart packaging, digital product passports, and brand authentication across consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and luxury retail. Every modern smartphone reads NFC natively, which removes the app-install barrier that limited earlier consumer-engagement formats.
EU ESPR digital product passport rules phase in across batteries, apparel, electronics, and furniture over the coming years, creating a sustained regulatory tailwind for NFC-enabled packaging. Cosmetics, wine and spirits, leather goods, and premium food are among the fastest-moving verticals for cryptographic NTAG424 DNA programs.
Supplier Fit
Once the format is right, most teams still need confidence in manufacturing control, sample support, and repeat-order reliability.
Quality-focused manufacturing and sample support for custom RFID projects.
RFID manufacturing experience across cards, tags, labels, wristbands and readers.
Test product compatibility before bulk purchasing and customization decisions.
Next Reading
These pages help narrow print flow, reading mode, and packaging-fit questions before label samples are approved.
Comparison Pages
These head-to-head pages help buyers compare chip, frequency, material or format decisions before they lock a sample plan for this product.
Commercial Fit
Most inquiry-ready visitors want to know whether this product matches their workflow, region and approval stage. These cues help them move faster without leaving the product page.
Usually comparing label size, inlay type and read speed for large SKU volumes or carton tracking.
Often need smartphone-readable labels that also support custom print and brand storytelling.
Typically focused on thin label construction, steady supply and workflow compatibility.
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Market Notes
Warehouse labels, carton tracking and serialized retail rollouts often prioritize print compatibility and rapid scaling.
NFC packaging, authentication labels and premium brand presentation often matter alongside technical fit.
Common requests include promotional NFC stickers, logistics labels and library or campus deployments at scale.
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Before You Order
Five short reads on the procurement-side topics every B2B RFID buyer wants answered before signing a quote — MOQ thresholds, lead time reality, pricing transparency, sample policy, and how to audit a Chinese factory before your first order.
Buyer Questions
These FAQs cover the points that usually come up between a first shortlist and a real sample or quote request.
For NFC Sticker, the standard MOQ starts at 1,000 pieces on stock SKUs. Custom shape, material or antenna tooling typically requires 3,000–5,000 pieces to cover one-time mold / die-cut setup cost. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.
Yes. Stock rfid labels samples of NFC Sticker are typically free; we only ask buyers to cover DHL/FedEx express shipping. Samples ship in 1–3 business days after your order is confirmed and arrive in 2–5 days to most countries. Custom samples (new chip, new size, printed artwork) usually take 3–7 additional days.
Standard NFC Sticker orders ship in 7–15 business days after PO confirmation and artwork approval. Large runs (>100k units) or orders with complex encoding / custom molds may take 15–25 business days. Rush production is available on request for time-sensitive launches; confirm MOQ and artwork early to protect the timeline.
Yes. NFC Sticker supports end-to-end customization: full-color CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing, laser engraving, serial numbering, custom chip encoding (UID write, NDEF, sector locking), custom shape / size (subject to tooling MOQ), and packaging. Share your artwork, chip requirement and quantity and we will return a spec sheet + price within 24 hours.
NFC Sticker supports NXP NTAG213 (180 bytes), NTAG215 (540 bytes), NTAG216 (888 bytes), NTAG424 DNA (416 bytes + AES-128 SUN), NTAG424 DNA TT (tamper), MIFARE Classic 1K / 4K, MIFARE Ultralight EV1 / C / Nano, ICODE SLIX / SLIX2, DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 (2K / 4K / 8K). Before ordering, share your reader model or current credential so we can confirm the exact chip variant (e.g., MIFARE Classic 1K vs DESFire EV3, NTAG213 vs 215) and avoid compatibility issues after lamination.
RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), audited by SGS. NFC Sticker is subject to incoming material inspection, in-process QC at every lamination / bonding / encoding step, and 100% electrical performance testing before shipment. Products meet CE, FCC, RoHS and REACH as applicable by market. Full test reports are available on request for buyer audits.
Yes. NFC Sticker can ship with UID range assignment, NDEF URL encoding (for NFC), sector-locked user data, serial numbering, and CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing of your artwork. Provide an AI/PDF artwork file at 300 dpi with 3 mm bleed and a chip-encoding spec; we return a digital proof for approval before production.
RFIDAK ships NFC Sticker via DHL / FedEx / UPS (door-to-door, 3–5 days to most countries), air cargo (5–7 days for heavier orders), or sea freight (20–35 days for bulk over 500 kg). Standard Incoterms are EXW, FOB Shenzhen and DDP; choose based on customs clearance preferences. Commercial invoice, packing list and CoC / MSDS are included automatically.
For repeat buyers, RFIDAK locks tooling, artwork and chip encoding on file so subsequent POs ship faster — typically 5–10 business days for stock chip types at previously-run quantities. Price is adjusted transparently per chip market rate and FX movement; we flag any chip shortage (e.g., DESFire EV3) before quotation so the project plan stays realistic.
Key NFC Sticker specs: frequency 13.56 MHz (NFC / HF); dimensions Round: Ø18, 22, 25, 30, 35, 40 mm; Square: 18x18, 20x20, 22x22, 25x25, 30x30 mm; custom die-cut NRE $250-650. A full technical datasheet including read range, chip memory map, IP / temperature rating and compliance certificates is available on request; attach your reader model and target environment so we can confirm suitability before quoting.
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