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Water Activated Paper Tape
  • Water Activated Paper Tape
  • Water Activated Paper Tape

Water Activated Paper Tape

Description

Water Activated Tape Rolls

Stock your packing lines with our high-strength water activated paper tape rolls, built for tamper-evident box sealing. Often called gummed paper tape, these rolls feature a natural starch adhesive that forms a strong, permanent bond with cardboard boxes when moistened. We stock multiple roll lengths in the standard 48mm and 70mm widths, available in both reinforced fiberglass styles for heavy freights and standard paper styles for everyday shipments.

Part Number Product name Add to favourites Spec Unit Pack Qty Price Qty
*GUM/GRT48100S
Reinforced Water Activated Paper Tape 48mm x 100m
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ROLL
6
$10.66 (ex GST)
*GUM/GRT70100
Reinforced Water Activated Paper Tape 70mm x 100m
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ROLL
6
$12.71 (ex GST)
*GUM/GRT70305S
Reinforced Water Activated Paper Tape 70mm x 305m
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ROLL
6
$35.26 (ex GST)
*GUM/GT48100S
Water Activated Paper Tape 48mm x 100m
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ROLL
6
$7.79 (ex GST)
*GUM/GT70184
Water Activated Paper Tape 70mm x 184m
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ROLL
6
$15.07 (ex GST)

Our Water Activated Tape Core Options

Review our available tape styles below to find the correct structural rating and roll yield for your daily warehouse packing benches:

Reinforced Water Activated Tape (Fiberglass Threads) Built for heavy-duty box sealing or valuable cargo shipments. This tape is embedded with strong fiberglass mesh cross-threads, making it nearly impossible to burst or tear open once dry. Available in high-yield roll sizes:
  • 48mm x 100m — Perfect width for standard small-to-medium cartons
  • 70mm x 100m — Wide coverage for larger cardboard boxes
  • 70mm x 305m — Extra-long rolls to fit automated electronic desktop dispensers
Standard Water Activated Tape (Unreinforced Kraft Paper) An excellent, completely plastic-free alternative to standard clear plastic tapes for general warehouse wrapping. It provides a clean, professional brown paper finish that is fully recyclable with the box. Available in standard roll dimensions:
  • 48mm x 100m — Reliable grip for lightweight retail or document mailers
  • 70mm x 184m — Mid-length rolls built for standard manual pull dispensers

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes water activated tape more secure than standard clear plastic packing tape?

When you moisten gummed paper tape, the glue deeply penetrates and fuses with the raw cardboard fibers of the box. This creates a permanent, one-piece structural seal. Unlike plastic tape that can be cleanly peeled back off, water-activated tape cannot be removed without leaving obvious tears on the carton face, making tampering immediately noticeable.

Can reinforced fiberglass tape rolls be recycled in standard cardboard skips?

Yes. Standard unreinforced paper tape can be dropped right into standard commercial or household recycling bins along with the box. For reinforced tape, the small amount of fiberglass backing is separated out cleanly during the standard hydrapulping process at recycling plants, allowing the raw paper fibers to be repurposed without issue.

Do I absolutely need an automatic machine dispenser to apply these tape rolls?

You do need a moistening dispenser to activate the dry glue layer properly. For smaller setups or low-volume packing benches, a manual pull-and-cut bench dispenser works perfectly. For high-volume fulfillment hubs or fast shipping teams, switching to a programmable electronic dispenser ensures fast, precise tape lengths with zero material waste.

Ask about bulk water activated tape

Ordering multi-box runs or establishing a recurring pallet tape supply contract for your packing area?