Collection: What is Custom Printed Water Activated Tape?

What is Water Activated Tape?

Water Activated Paper Tape is also referred to as gummed paper tape, has a starch-based adhesive that creates a strong and permanent bond.  Water activated tape is mainly used for closing and sealing boxes. Before closing corrugated fiberboard boxes, the activated by water from the dispenser. Then it is applied a few seconds later and the bond begins to form. 

Custom Printed Water-activated tape also bonds instantly to both virgin and recycled fiber surfaces and therefore, generates an immediate destructive bond resulting in a tamper evident package. Water Activated paper tapes are offered in both fiberglass reinforced and plain paper with many styles available in standard prints or customized prints to display your corporate message. They all have one common feature... uncompromising quality.

What are the Advantages to Water Activated Tapes?

Water Activated Tapes offer a Secure Bond – the starch based adhesive aggressively bonds to corrugated cartons, even in dusty or dirty environments
Can be Custom Printed – advertise your company and products, provide directions for freight handlers and improve the appearance of your package
All-Weather Use – Water Activated Tapes are not affected by extreme hot or cold temperatures
Protection – a carton sealed with water-activated tape can’t be opened without leaving a broken seal