Animal Ear Tag Manufacturer for Sheep Pig Cattle Custom RFID Tags

Product Description

Product Description

Specification

Feature	Specification
Material	Food-Grade TPUfrombasf(EU 1760/2000, phthalate-free)
Color	Red/Blue/Yellow (TPU masterbatch, no fading)
Operating Temp	-20°C to 70°C (barn-friendly range)
Skin Safety	Passed irritation test (0% adverse reactions)

Company Profile

Elite provide full solution on Product development and Production

Elite-Tec: Your Reliable Animal Ear Tag Design & Manufacturing Partner
Founded in 2007 in Guangdong, China, Elite-Tec is a leading one-stop solution provider specializing in animal ear tag design and manufacturing for livestock management. We blend precision engineering and advanced materials science to deliver durable, smart RFID ear tag solutions tailored to cattle, pigs, sheep, and more.
 
Our core strength lies in integrated end-to-end capabilities: our engineers craft anatomically optimized tag structures (compliant with ISO 11784/5) with seamless LF/HF/UHF RFID integration, and offer species-specific customization. In manufacturing, we produce high-precision molds (±0.05mm tolerance) and process medical-grade TPU/PUR and polyethylene, with high-speed injection molding enabling 2 million tags/month production. Laser marking ensures tamper-proof identification, while our tags withstand 220N+ detachment force and extreme temperatures (-40°C to 50°C).
 
ISO 9001-certified, we guarantee strict quality control and full compliance with international standards. Whether for prototype customization or mass production, Elite-Tec turns your animal identification needs into reliable, efficient solutions. Partner with us for precision-driven ear tag design and manufacturing.

Anti-Aging Durability: Engineered for Global Climatic Conditions

Tensile Test Performance: Data-Driven Strength for Transit & Livestock Use

Our animal ear tags, crafted from TPU + Nylon, deliver industry-leading anti-aging performance validated by international testing standards (ISO 4892-2/3:2016), with lifespans tailored to livestock breeding cycles and export market climates:
 
Livestock RFID tags (cow/pig/goat): 8+ years of outdoor anti-aging performance (accelerated weathering test: 3,000 hours of UVB 313nm exposure + 12 months of 80% RH humidity). The  TPU component resists UV degradation and hydrolysis, ensuring no color fading or material brittleness in extreme environments—from Siberia's -40°C subzero temperatures to the Middle East's 90°C heat.

Tensile and tear resistance are critical for ear tags to withstand livestock movement, international transportation, and automated handling—our TPUfromBASF + Nylon tags exceed industry standards (ASTM D638, ASTM D1004, ISO 178:2019) with the following test results:
 
Nylon tensile strength: ≥50MPa (elongation at break: 200%). The nylon buckle and pin of livestock tags withstand up to 500N of pulling force (equivalent to the weight of a 50kg animal) without breaking, preventing tag loss during cattle/sheep transportation from Brazil to China or New Zealand to the EU.
TPUfromBASF tear strength:Livestock tags: ≥40kN/m (ASTM D1004), resisting tearing during automated chute handling in large US feedlots.
Pet/poultry tags: ≥25kN/m, withstanding chewing from puppies and pecking from chickens without material failure.

High-Efficiency Mold Production & Cost Optimization

Our ear tag production leverages precision multi-cavity molds and TPU + Nylon material advantages to deliver high efficiency and cost competitiveness for international bulk orders:
1.1 Mold Production Efficiency
Multi-cavity mold design: We use  precision molds for standard ear tags (cow/pig/sheep), with a cycle time of only 18–25 seconds per mold shot. This enables a monthly production capacity of 200K+ tags—sufficient to fulfill large export orders.

Hot runner mold technology: Reduces material waste by 15% compared to cold runner molds, with excellent flowability ensuring uniform filling of complex mold cavities (e.g., the fine anti-tamper lock structure) without flash or defects.

Automated demolding & inspection: Integrated robotic systems handle demolding and visual inspection, reducing labor costs by 30% and ensuring 99.9% product qualification rate for export quality control.

2.1 Cost Efficiency

Customization cost control: For clients requiring custom logos/colors, we use color masterbatch integration in TPU and automatic laser engraving for small-batch customizations, keeping MOQ (minimum order quantity) low at 5,000 tags for export markets.
 
These production and cost advantages make our tags competitive in price-sensitive regions (e.g., Southeast Asia) while maintaining premium quality for high-end markets (EU, US premium beef brands).

Product Aesthetic & Design Details: Compliance & Brand Visibility

Beyond performance, our ear tags feature refined aesthetic details that meet international identification standards and enhance brand recognition for export clients: 

Smooth surface finish: high glossiness (60° gloss value: ≥85) delivers a professional, scratch-resistant surface.
Ergonomic size & shape:Livestock tags: Rounded edges (radius: 2mm) and contoured design (molded to animal ear anatomy) prevent ear irritation—meeting EU animal welfare standards (Directive 2008/120/EC) and reducing rejection rates for exported livestock.

FAQ

Material Performance (TPUfrombasf + Nylon)
Q1: Why is TPUfrombasf + Nylon better than other materials for cross-border livestock trade?
A1: this brand TPU + Nylon offers three key advantages for international use:
 Durability across climates: TPU resists -40°C (Canada/Russia) to 90°C (Australia/Middle East) temperatures, while nylon provides tensile strength (≥50MPa) for long-distance livestock transportation.
Food safety compliance: The blend meets global food contact standards (EU, FDA, APVMA), critical for meat export markets.


Q2: Can we make our logo on the product?
A2:yes, we provide interchangeable insert with your own logo.

Q3: What HS code should be used for importing your animal ear tags?
A3: The standard HS code for animal identification tags is 3926909090 (plastic articles for other uses) for TPU/Nylon tags.

Q4: Do you provide samples for import testing before bulk orders?
A4: Yes. We offer free samples (up to 10 pieces) for compliance testing, including: 
Material certification (TPU food-grade test reports).
Performance samples (e.g., high-temperature tags for steam cleaning tests, waterproof tags for IP68 immersion tests).
Customized samples with your logo/printing for market validation in target import countries.

Q5.Can we make some different color?

A5:yes,we make the injected animal tag color by Panton and RAL color.

Q6:Can you do RFID and Scan Qude animal tag both?

A6:yes.