Carrierless label comprising a heat-sensitive recording layer, corresponding methods, uses and kits

Abstract

The present invention relates to an article comprising a heat-sensitive recording layer, comprising one or more specified color developers, one or more dye precursors, and one or more specified sensitizers, wherein the article is a carrierless label. The present invention further relates to a drinking container for a hot beverage with an article affixed to its exterior comprising a heat-sensitive recording layer. The present invention further relates to a method for manufacturing an article, wherein the article is a carrierless label comprising a heat-sensitive recording layer. The present invention further relates to a method for manufacturing a labeled drinking container with a hot beverage inside.The present invention further relates to more specifically defined uses of a compound according to a more specifically defined formula in combination with a more specifically defined sensitizer in a coating composition for the manufacture of an article comprising a heat-sensitive recording layer, wherein the article is a linerless label. The present invention further relates to the use of a heat-sensitive recording layer as further specified as a linerless label. The present invention further relates to corresponding kits.