3M™ Scotch® High Performance Box Sealing Tape 373 – Red

Heavy-Duty Box Sealing Tape for Reliable Packaging

3M™ Scotch® 373 red box sealing tape (also called carton sealing tape) delivers secure seals for heavy-duty applications and single-box shipments, maintaining performance even under stress.

Durable and Versatile Red Packing Tape for All Your Shipping Needs

Scotch® 373 Red uses a polypropylene film backing with a hot melt synthetic rubber resin adhesive for consistent performance in demanding environments. Its flexibility and conformability support over- and under-packed cartons, while resistance to abrasion, moisture, chemicals, and scuffing drives long-lasting durability. Ideal for e-commerce, manufacturing, and high-value shipments.

Key Features & Benefits

Adhesion Strength: Excellent bond to recycled liner paper and fiberboard; adhesion to steel 50 oz/in.
Tensile Strength: Withstands up to 30 lb/in (MD) and 60 lb/in (CD).
Resistance Properties: Resists abrasion, moisture, chemicals, and scuffing.
Flexibility: Conformable under stress for secure seals on uneven surfaces.
Easy Unwind: Smooth unwind improves application efficiency.
Standard Sizes: Widths 36, 48, 72 mm; lengths 50, 100, 914, 1500 m; 3 in core.
Holding Power: Delivers holding power on fiberboard of 8,000+ minutes.
Elongation: 160% elongation at break.
Color Visibility: Red color supports line coding, identification, and tamper visibility.

Technical Specifications

Brand: 3M™
Trade Name: Scotch®
Total Thickness: 2.5 mil
Adhesion to Steel: 50 oz/in
Adhesive: Hot melt synthetic rubber resin
Backing: Polypropylene film
Roll Lengths: 50, 100, 914, 1500 m
Widths: 36, 48, 72 mm
Tensile Strength: 30 lb/in (MD), 60 lb/in (CD)
Elongation: 160%
Core Size: 76.2 mm (3 in)
Compliance: ASTM D1974-92

Why Choose 3M™ Scotch® 373 Red Box Sealing Tape?

Heavy-duty, red box sealing performance for high-throughput packing lines and single-box shipments. Smooth unwind, strong fiberboard hold, and durable resistance to abrasion, moisture, and chemicals help ensure cartons arrive sealed and protected.

3M Scotch 373 Red Box Sealing Tape

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