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Packing tape, also referred to as parcel tape, is most used to seal up cardboard boxes, secure packages or used to repair or secure a box or package if necessary. They are ideal to use when packaging up goods for postage or when packing up boxes for moving. You can learn more in our [guide to packing tape](/web/content/discovery/ideas-and-advice/packing-tape-guide).

### Features and Benefits

Parcel tape is usually made from polypropylene or polyester, it is a pressure sensitive adhesive used widely in numerous businesses, factories, warehouses, shops and at home. Packaging tape is available to buy individually or in a pack of several rolls. Packing tape is ideal in helping to ensure your customer is satisfied with the goods that they receive, and that their parcel or supplies arrive securely and are in pristine condition on delivery.

Our offer includes transparent tape, coloured tape, clear tape and brown tape. It comes in a variety of sizes, although most common small core rolls of tape are 19 mm x 33 m, large core tape rolls are 19 mm x 66 m and packaging tape is 50 mm x 66 m. Although many different width (mm) and length (m) tapes are widely available.

### How to apply packing tape?

The packaging tape can be applied in a variety of ways, manually with a small stationary dispenser, like that of Sellotape. With a handheld tape dispenser with a serrated edge to cut the tape at the correct place and prevent it from becoming tangled and unnecessarily wasted. Or the packing tape can be applied with automated machinery, in this case, low noise tape can be especially effective and ideal when using it for high-speed packaging lines.

### Type of packing tapes

Parcel tape is available in a range of variations that work effectively on different surfaces. Different tensile strengths are available ranging from 7N/cm all the way to 800N/cm with various backings for different package type applications such as;

- Glass Fibre
- Kraft Paper
- PVC
- PET

### Applications of packing tape

Packing tape is widely used in a variety of applications such as;

- Warehouse
- Industrial
- Food Packaging

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Packing Tapes

3M 313 SCOTCH 313 Brown Packing Tape, 100m x 50mm

3M Scotch 3739 7000095409 Brown Packing Tape, 990m x 50mm

Tesa 04513-00003 04513 Brown Packing Tape

DUCK TAPE 223554 Brown Packing Tape, 25m x 50mm

Tesa 4313 Brown Packing Tape, 500m x 50mm

700009547 309 Brown Packing Tape, 66m x 50mm

3M Scotch 309 Clear, Tan Packing Tape, 66m x 50mm

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<p>3M packing tape is an easy to use, strong, durable, and versatile tape that can be used in a variety of applications including packaging, mailing, or shipping. This tape comes in various colours such as clear, transparent, blue, and brown with different tensile strengths to meet all your packing requirements. Some 3M packing tapes have a moisture-resistant polypropylene backing that can resist abrasion, chemicals and scuffing giving you the confidence to hold strong throughout transportation.</p><h2>Where would you use 3M packing tapes?</h2><p>Packaging tape also known as parcel tape or Scotch tape (owned by the 3M Corporation) can be used to seal packages and cardboard boxes making it ideal for warehouses, factories, and shops as well as in the home. This economical and reliable tape from 3M is also a popular choice with manufacturers of food and beverages, sporting goods, metal fabrications and furniture.</p>

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<p>Brown parcel tapes are widely available in the market, and they are used by both businesses and individuals to wrap items securely. They are designed to be used on parcels, boxes, and other packages.</p><h2>What are the benefits of brown parcel tape?</h2><p>Brown parcel tapes and packing tapes, are flexible, durable, and can be used for many different purposes. These tapes are made from strong polypropylene, a type of plastic meaning you can use them to package items of all shapes and sizes.</p><p>Packaging is a very important part of any business. If your products are not packaged properly, there is a high chance that they will be damaged. This can result in your customers returning the item or simply not buying from you anymore. That is why it is important to use the right packaging materials.</p>

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