Common sizes in inches and millimetres, which size fits which product, and the hole, margin and barcode measurements printers ask for.
Quick answer: The most common clothing hang tag is 2 × 3.5 in (about 50 × 90 mm), the size of a business card. Jewelry tags run smaller, around 1 × 1.5 in (25 × 38 mm), while outerwear and premium tags go up to about 2.5 × 4 in (63 × 100 mm). Keep text at least 3/8 in (10 mm) away from the hole.
There is no single legal standard, but most hang tags fall into a handful of sizes that printers, tagging guns and retail displays all handle well.
| Size (inches) | Size (mm) | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 2 × 3.5 | 50 × 90 | The default apparel swing tag (business-card size) |
| 2 × 3 | 50 × 75 | T-shirts, kidswear, accessories |
| 1.5 × 3 | 38 × 75 | Slim tags for denim, belts and narrow products |
| 2.5 × 4 | 63 × 100 | Outerwear, premium lines, tags with a brand story |
| 2 × 2 square or 2 in round | 50 × 50 / 50 Ø | Candles, gifts, eco and handmade brands |
| 1 × 1.5 | 25 × 38 | Jewelry and small accessories |
| 2 × 3.5 folded | 50 × 90 folded | Booklet tags with more pages of copy |
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| Card weight | Approx. thickness | Feel and use |
|---|---|---|
| 250gsm | ≈ 10–12 pt | Light. Fine for small, cheap items; can feel flimsy on apparel |
| 350gsm | ≈ 14–16 pt | The apparel standard. Sturdy, takes lamination well |
| 400–450gsm | ≈ 18–20 pt | Premium. Holds die-cut shapes and foil |
| Duplex (two sheets laminated) | ≈ 24 pt+ | Luxury feel, contrasting colour on each side |
Kraft card runs slightly thicker than coated card at the same weight, and has a natural, uncoated feel. See kraft hang tags.
2 × 3.5 inches (about 50 × 90 mm), the same as a business card. It fits a logo, price, size and a barcode, and works on almost any garment.
Around 1 × 1.5 in (25 × 38 mm), or a small 1 in round tag. Anything bigger tends to cover the piece. Use a fine string or an elastic loop.
350gsm coated card (roughly 14–16 pt) is the standard for apparel. Under 250gsm feels flimsy; 400–450gsm feels premium and holds die-cut shapes well.
Centred about 1/4 in (6 mm) from the top edge, with no text or logo within about 3/8 in (10 mm) of it. A standard hole is about 1/8 in (3 mm) for string; use an eyelet for heavy products.
No. Any rectangular size within our standard range is the same price. Only custom die-cut outlines add a flat $30 per order.
Any size in our standard range costs the same. 250 tags from $99, quote within 24 hours.