Extra-Small Round Cat ID Tag, 23 mm
The tiniest round tag in our range, sized for kittens and slim cat collars
Cat owners keep asking for the smallest cat tag that still scans, and the CG-PET-EPX-R23 is our answer. The Ø23 mm CG-PET-EPX-R23 is a full-color PVC or PET card sealed under a clear epoxy dome on both faces, approximately 4–5 mm thick and 2–2.5 g in weight. Add a genuine NXP NTAG213 chip and the CG-PET-EPX-R23 opens the pet profile with a tap as well as a scan. We quote the CG-PET-EPX-R23 at US$0.35 to 1.20 per piece between 100 and 999 tags and ship samples from a single tag.
- Round
Ø23 mm - Kittens and
cats - QR Code and
NXP NFC - In Stock
From 1 Piece
Factory-direct pricing · Standard blanks in stock
From US$0.35 / pc (US$0.35 – 1.20 for 100–999 pcs)
1,000+ pcs: project pricing · 5,000+ pcs: volume discount · MOQ 1 piece · Samples in 1–2 days (stock designs) or 5–7 days (custom) · 5,000 pet tags in approximately 7–10 days
Shipping: US$9.90 for a single piece to the contiguous U.S. Returns: in-stock standard items within 30 days. Bulk freight and return terms depend on your order — chat with our sales team for details.
- Round Ø23 mm, approx. 2–2.5 g
- Glossy dome with a gold-tone rim print
- PVC or PET card under a clear epoxy dome
- Genuine NXP NFC chip with printed QR code
Martha Shu, Sales Manager · Phone / WhatsApp +86-17748608696 · Email sales@cedaglo.com · Mon–Fri 09:00–21:00 (GMT+8) · Reply within 8 hours
CG-PET-EPX-R23 at a Glance
| Parameter | CG-PET-EPX-R23 |
|---|---|
| Model | CG-PET-EPX-R23 |
| Shape | Round |
| Size | Ø23 mm |
| Thickness | Approx. 4–5 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2–2.5 g |
| Finish shown | Glossy dome with a gold-tone rim print |
| Ring and hardware | A gold-tone split ring (as shown) |
| Chip options | Printed QR code; genuine NXP NTAG213 NFC standard, NTAG215 / NTAG216 on request |
| Chip origin | Genuine NXP NTAG21x chips, never generic compatible clones: fast, sensitive reads on the first tap |
| NFC standard | 13.56 MHz, ISO/IEC 14443-A, NFC Forum Type 2 (NTAG21x); readable by NFC-enabled iPhone and Android phones without an app |
| Read distance | Designed for a phone tap; NXP rates the NTAG21x for an operating distance of up to 10 cm, depending on antenna size and reader |
| Chip data retention | 10 years, with 100,000 write cycles (NXP NTAG21x datasheet) |
| Construction | Full-color printed PVC or PET card sealed under a clear epoxy dome on the front and the back |
| Printing | Double-sided full color: pet photos, logos, Pantone colors and gradients, a different design on each side |
| Finishes | Glossy dome as standard; hot foil, brushed gold or silver, holographic, pearlescent, glitter, wood grain and glow-in-the-dark on request |
| Personalization | A different pet name, phone number, ID number or QR code on every tag, printed from your spreadsheet |
| Water resistance | The epoxy dome seals both printed faces and the chip, so the tag can be worn in rain, swimming and bathing |
| Made in | Our own factory in Shenzhen, China, since 2009; our pet tag line makes 200,000 tags a month |
| Quality check | Every QR code is scanned and every NFC chip is read before packing |
| MOQ | 1 piece; factory pricing from 100 pieces |
| Samples | 1–2 days (stock designs) or 5–7 days (custom) |
| Sample fee | Custom samples from US$50 per order, credited against bulk orders of US$10,000 or more, depending on the product and order terms |
| Bulk lead time | Approximately 7–10 days for 5,000 tags, depending on the production schedule; rush orders available |
Quality Checks and Test Reports
- 100% Read-Tested
- RoHS
- REACH
- FDA / LFGB Food Contact
- California Prop 65
- Waterproof Test
Current copies of these test reports are available from our sales team on request.
CG-PET-EPX-R23 Size and Photos
At 23 mm the tag is barely wider than a U.S. nickel, so it rides quietly on a breakaway collar and does not knock against food bowls. We keep the back for the QR code alone, which leaves the code large enough to scan on such a small face.
We supply the CG-PET-EPX-R23 with a gold-tone split ring as shown, or with any of our silver, gold and bronze rings, chains and clips.
Who Orders the CG-PET-EPX-R23
Kitten Starter Kits
Breeders include a numbered 23 mm tag with each kitten, linked to its record.
Indoor Cat Safety
A tiny tag that a neighbour can scan if an indoor cat slips outside.
Ferrets and Rabbits
Light enough for small pets on harness rings.
Cat Cafe Residents
Each resident cat wears a scannable profile tag for adoption visitors.
Chip Options for the CG-PET-EPX-R23
For the CG-PET-EPX-R23 we use original NXP NTAG213 as standard and NTAG215 or NTAG216 for longer records. In a Ø23 mm tag, genuine chips read fast and reliably on iPhone and Android, are rated by NXP for 10-year data retention and work at the close tap distance NFC is built for.
| Technology | Chips | Typical use | On the CG-PET-EPX-R23 |
|---|---|---|---|
| QR code (no chip) | Printed QR code with an ID number, static or unique per tag | Any phone camera; lowest cost per tag | Standard |
| NFC 13.56 MHz | Genuine NXP NTAG213, 144-byte memory | Tap-to-open pet profile URL on iPhone and Android | Available |
| NFC 13.56 MHz | Genuine NXP NTAG215 (504 bytes) or NTAG216 (888 bytes) | Longer records such as a vCard or several links | On request |
Logo, Color and Encoding
This CG-PET-EPX-R23 is shown with a cream face with a brown paw print, a gold rim and a navy wave with dog and cat line art and a navy back with the QR code and NFC mark. Send your own design and data file, and every Ø23 mm tag is printed, encoded, scanned and matched to its ID in the mapping file.
| Option | What we offer |
|---|---|
| Artwork | Your logo, pet photos or brand illustrations printed in full color on both faces; free artwork check and digital proof |
| Finishes | Hot foil, metallic ink, brushed metal, holographic, pearlescent, matte UV, 3D embossing, glitter, wood grain and glow-in-the-dark |
| Per-tag data | Pet names, phone numbers, ID numbers and unique QR codes printed from your spreadsheet |
| NFC encoding | NDEF URL written to each chip, verified and locked; mapping file links chip UID, URL and ID number |
| Hardware | Metal split rings in silver, gold or bronze tone; chain links and swivel clips on request |
| Packaging | OPP bags with header cards from 100 sets, blister cards, display boxes and gift boxes with your barcodes |
CG-PET-EPX-R23 Compared with Similar Models
| Model | Shape | Sizes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| CG-PET-EPX-R23 (this model) | Round | 23 mm round | Kittens, tiny cat collars |
| CG-PET-EPX-R25 | Round | 25 mm round | Small pet name tags |
| CG-PET-EPX-R24.7 | Round | 24.7 mm round | Cat photo tags |
CG-PET-EPX-R23 Price and Lead Time
| Quantity | Unit price (USD / pc) |
|---|---|
| 1 pc (custom sample) | From US$50 per order |
| 100 – 999 pcs | US$0.35 – 1.20 |
| 1,000+ pcs | Project pricing on request |
| 5,000+ pcs | Volume discount on request |
MOQ: 1 piece. A custom CG-PET-EPX-R23 sample starts from US$50 per order and is credited against bulk orders of US$10,000 or more, depending on the product and order terms; free stock samples are subject to availability, so contact our sales team. Factory pricing for the Ø23 mm size begins at 100 tags per design.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the CG-PET-EPX-R23 cost?
From US$0.35 to US$1.20 per 23 mm round tag for 100 to 999 pieces, depending on the finish and whether an NFC chip is added. Orders of 1,000 23 mm round tags or more receive project pricing.
What does the CG-PET-EPX-R23 weigh?
Approximately 2 to 2.5 g. The 23 mm round tag is approximately 4 to 5 mm thick, with the dome on the front and the back.
Is a 23 mm tag too small for a QR code?
No. On the R23 the QR code has the whole back face, and we scan every printed tag before packing, so each code reads with a normal phone camera.
How far away can a phone read the CG-PET-EPX-R23?
NFC is designed for a short, deliberate tap on a 23 mm round tag like this. Phones read the CG-PET-EPX-R23 on contact or very close to it, and NXP gives the NTAG21x an operating distance of up to 10 cm with suitable antennas.
Do you make the CG-PET-EPX-R23 as a PET and epoxy tag?
Yes. PET plus epoxy and PVC plus epoxy are both standard constructions for the CG-PET-EPX-R23.
Are you the manufacturer of the CG-PET-EPX-R23?
Yes. We make the CG-PET-EPX-R23 in our own factory in Shenzhen, from printing and doming to chip encoding and packing.
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