Holographic hot stamping foils consist of a PET carrier film. They are metallized, embossed and coated with a heat-activated adhesive. The foil is fused onto a host surface by means of heat and pressure. The host surface can be paper, plastic etc., and once applied it becomes part of the surface and cannot be removed or transferred.

Hot stamping foils are available in bright colors, shades and designs. Using holographic hot stamping foil one can decorate and develop new, innovative, attractive and secured packaging or can include it as a security measure.

Holographic hot stamping foils can be transferred to various kinds of materials, such as cosmetic packages, pencils, lipsticks, invitation cards, calendars, clothes, synthetic leathers, etc. By utilizing artistic design, these foils generate 3-D effect on traditional 2-D printing media. It enhances the added value and attracts more customer attention.

Applications
Suitable for wine case, cigarette case and all kinds of hot stamping of label and pattern which can improve the hot-stamping decoration grade and have the most advanced anti-counterfeit function. It is used on paper surfaces for bonds, share certificates, cheques, bank notes, travel and event tickets, gift vouchers and on plastic surfaces for credit cards, ID cards, computer surface, pharmaceutical packs, bottle caps, components. It is applied using a hot stamping die. The security labels are usually blown on to a product such as a box or a CD case using a machine or possibly hand applied, depending on the quantity.