Tapes
Sustainable Packaging Tapes
Our range of Sustainable Packaging Tapes is designed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the strength, tack, and durability your business depends on. Whether you need biodegradable packing tape, natural rubber paper tape, compostable packing tape, or recycled content packing tape, you’ll find eco-friendly alternatives that fit seamlessly into your packaging operation. We also stock printed paper tape for branding opportunities and hot melt paper tape for demanding sealing applications.
Each option offers unique sustainability benefits—supporting businesses committed to greener supply chains and reducing single-use plastics. By switching to eco-friendly tapes, you’re taking a practical step towards more responsible packaging practices without compromising on performance.
Our Sustainable Tape Range
Biodegradable Packing Tape
- Material: Engineered to break down in landfill conditions, leaving behind only organic matter and no microplastics.
- Durability: Clear, strong, and compatible with standard tape dispensers for easy use.
- Certification: Certified by Global Green Tag for proven environmental performance.
Compostable Packing Tape
- Material: Made from 90% renewable resources like corn, sugar cane, and sugar beet. Breaks down fully in compost environments.
- Durability: Excellent tack and adhesion, suitable for heavy-duty carton sealing.
- Certification: Meets AS 4736 (2006) and ISO 17088 (2012) compostability standards.
Recycled Content Packing Tape
- Material: Manufactured with up to 80% recycled content for a reduced carbon footprint.
- Durability: Strong and versatile, providing reliable adhesion across multiple substrates.
Natural Rubber Paper Tape
A paper-based tape coated with natural rubber adhesive. Offers strong tack, excellent recyclability, and seamless integration into kerbside recycling streams when applied to cardboard boxes.
Printed Paper Tape
Ideal for businesses wanting to add logos, handling instructions, or eco messages to their packaging. Provides both security and branding in one sustainable solution.
Hot Melt Paper Tape
Designed for high-performance sealing applications. Combines strong adhesion with eco-friendly paper backing, suitable for heavy cartons and export packaging.
From eco tapes to recycled pallet wrap and sustainable paper packaging, Power Packaging provides a complete range of solutions to support your environmental goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are sustainable tapes as strong as standard plastic tapes?
Yes. Our biodegradable, compostable, and paper-based options are designed to perform just as reliably as traditional plastic tapes.
Can paper tapes be recycled with cartons?
Absolutely. Paper tapes with natural rubber adhesive can go straight into kerbside cardboard recycling.
Do compostable packing tapes leave residue?
No. They break down into natural elements without leaving toxic residue in compost environments.
Which option is best for heavy cartons?
Our hot melt paper tape and natural rubber paper tape are ideal for demanding, heavy-duty packaging applications.