Best Paper Tape for Shipping: Types, Differences & Where to Buy
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The three main types of paper tape for shipping are self-adhesive kraft tape, plain gummed tape, and reinforced gummed tape, each suited to a different parcel weight and sealing need.
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The key difference between kraft and gummed tape is how they bond: kraft tape sticks on contact, while gummed tape is water-activated and soaks into the cardboard fibres to form a tamper-evident seal that cannot be removed without visible damage.
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Tape strength is determined by paper weight: 60gsm covers light to medium parcels, while 130gsm reinforced gummed tape with embedded glass fibres is the reliable choice for heavy or export cartons.
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Equipment requirements differ, too, as kraft tape works with a standard tape gun, while gummed tape performs best with a water-activated dispenser that wets, cuts, and measures each...
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