A tag can be paper or synthetic that is used to identity an item and often serves as an integral part of the manufacturing process. They are used in a wide range of companies for identifying stages in the production process and also are attached to the final piece for everything from industrial to consumer products. Their use can either be temporary during production or permanent and stay with the final product. Some common applications for tags are product identification, ISO, quality control, shipping, processing and inventory. Custom tags can be produced in any of a great variety of shapes, sizes and materials and include customized printing and many finishing options such as laminates, reinforcements, attachments, perforations and more.