eCommerce and the rise of gummed paper tape…

Gummed paper tape has increased in popularity with the rise of e-commerce and fulfilment operations due to the number of benefits it offers over standard packaging tape. It is made from a combination of natural paper and starch, which means it’s incredibly environmentally friendly and fully recyclable. The natural adhesive is incredibly strong and allows the box fibres to bond with the paper tape, to create a seal that is virtually impossible to tear off once applied.

The secure seal provides strength to a carton as it bonds and performs extremely well in different temperatures. Gummed paper tape has a high heat and cold tolerance, so can be used when exporting goods abroad to hot or humid places, as well as storing goods in deep-freeze conditions.

In terms of cost there is very little waste when using gummed paper tape, as the minimal amount of tape needed is dispensed to create a seal, leaving no waste to trim. It is particularly effective for purchasing departments ordering packaging, as good estimations can be made regarding the volume of tape needed per annum due to the exacting nature of how it is dispensed.

Gummed paper tape is now a preferred sealing option of many fulfilment operations, not only due to its environmental and performance benefits but also because it creates a uniform looking package that is incredibly difficult to tamper with.