Tags Key Terms

Get the basic definitions for tags to make the right business choices

Tags are used as a way of pricing in the retail industry. They are used as identification tools in the industrial world, and as marketing tools in the business world. The use of tags varies so widely, and so do the terms that are associated with them. Learn a few basic terms so that you can be assured you're choosing the right tags for your specific needs.

 

Key tag

A key tag is a tag usually made of heavy plastic or coated in plastic. The tag is used as a means of identification for things like shopping clubs and memberships to libraries or gyms. It is called a key tag because it is designed to fit on a key chain ring for easy access.
Try: Read the definition of key tag at My1Stop.com. The company has a good overview of different key tag options and uses.

Reinforcement

Reinforcement refers to the materials used to make the eyelet, or hole in a tag, less likely to tear. Types of reinforcement include fiber-reinforced eyelets and metal eyelets.
Try: St. Louis Tag discusses both fiber and metal eyelet reinforcement.

Legend plates

Legend plates are metal tags used to mark switches, buttons and more. They can be used in industrial settings as well as office and commercial areas.
Try: Review the legend plate definition at Plastic Tags and find out what type of legend plates will work for you.

Jewelry tag

The jewelry tag is usually a much smaller tag made of paper or plastic designed to mark the price of a small-sized object like a necklace or bracelet.
Try: Review the jewelry tag description at Nu-Era.com.

Asset tag

An asset tag is an identification piece used to permanently mark objects like machines, appliances and more. Asset tags are made of durable materials that resist wear and can be permanently attached to objects.
Try: Alliance Tag defines the different types of asset tags and their uses.

Hang tag

Hang tag is a term associated with sales. The tag is basically used as a marketing tool and/or pricing object. Tags can be made of plastic, paper or metal.
Try: Small Business Informer defines the hang tag and explains how a retail store can benefit from its use.

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