Paper Tapes – Strong and Eco-Friendly Protection for Your Shipments
Paper tape is the perfect answer to the needs of modern, sustainable packaging. Its main advantages are durability, ease of use, and biodegradability. More and more companies are switching from traditional plastic tapes to water-activated tapes, which not only provide secure sealing of cartons but also help build the image of an environmentally responsible brand.
Dolpap offers a wide selection of paper packaging tape, including reinforced versions, available in various paper weights, widths, and colors. It’s a professional solution for industries where functionality, safety, and packaging aesthetics matter.
Kraft
Plant glue
82 gsm
92 gsm
Role (szer. 15 mm - 1000 mm)
Standard widths: 50 mm, 60 mm, 70 mm
Printing
What Is Water-Activated Tape?
Water-activated tape – also known as gummed tape or water tape – is made of kraft paper and coated on one side with a natural, starch-based adhesive. The glue activates only when moistened, giving the tape strong adhesive power. As a result, it bonds effectively with carton surfaces, creating a secure seal that resists tampering or peeling.
Once dry, paper tape for cartons becomes moisture-resistant and durable during transport. Any attempt to remove it visibly damages the box, serving as a built-in tamper-evident feature.
Technical Specifications of Dolpap Paper Tapes
Dolpap provides paper tapes suitable for both manual and automatic packing processes. Key specifications include:
- Paper type: kraft
- Grammage: 82 gsm, 92 gsm – ensuring high mechanical strength
- Colors: white and brown
- Widths:
- Standard: 50 mm, 60 mm, 70 mm
- Custom: from 15 mm up to 1000 mm
- Standard: 50 mm, 60 mm, 70 mm
- Adhesive: natural, water-activated, starch-based glue
- Packaging options: rolls, tapes compatible with manual and automatic dispensers
Additional options: custom printing (e.g. company logo, warning label, batch number)
Applications of Paper Packaging Tape
Water-activated paper tapes are highly versatile and used across multiple industries and logistics sectors.
Typical applications include:
- E-commerce – fast and reliable sealing of shipping boxes
- Warehousing and logistics – securing bulk or pallet shipments
- Food and pharmaceutical sectors – safe packaging while meeting hygiene standards
- Electronics industry – protective, antistatic packing of delicate components
- Printing and advertising – secure shipment of promotional materials and products
Thanks to a wide range of available sizes, paper packaging tape is suitable for both automated packaging lines and manual packing stations in smaller businesses.
Why Choose Paper Tape?
Switching from plastic to eco-friendly tape offers multiple benefits:
- Sustainability – biodegradable and plastic-free
- Tamper-evident – removal leaves visible signs on the carton
- Durability – strong bond and resistance to tearing, even in humid conditions
- Aesthetics – blends seamlessly with the box for a clean, unified look
- Custom branding – print your logo or message directly on the tape
- Easy recycling – no need to separate materials before disposal
Reinforced Gummed Tape – For Demanding Applications
Dolpap also offers reinforced gummed tapes, which feature added fibers or mesh for extra strength. These are especially recommended for:
- Heavy or oversized items
- Large cartons that require more structure
- Situations needing enhanced security against accidental opening
Paper Tape and Sustainable Development
With growing pressure from consumers and partners, more companies are adopting sustainability practices. Choosing eco-friendly paper tape is not just a technical decision – it’s a strong marketing signal that your brand is actively reducing plastic use and embracing environmentally conscious solutions.
Moreover, Dolpap’s tapes are made from responsibly sourced kraft paper and coated with plant-based adhesive, making them completely safe for both people and the planet.
Who Is Dolpap Paper Tape For?
Our range is designed for companies that:
- Need durable paper tape for cartons
- Are adopting sustainable packaging practices
- Want tamper-evident sealing options
- Use both manual and automated packing systems
- Value clean design and the option for printed branding
Full Support and Personalized Solutions
Dolpap doesn’t just produce tapes – we also offer support throughout the process. You can expect:
- Help selecting the right width, grammage, and adhesive type
- Sample preparation and testing
- Custom formats to match your packing line
- Short lead times
- Flexible ordering for custom specifications
Contact us!
Want to start using water-activated paper tape in your packaging process? Looking for a product that’s eco-conscious, strong, and visually appealing?
Get in touch with us – we’ll help you choose the best solution for your industry and packaging needs.
Parameters of paper tapes
| Substrate | Grammarly g/m2 |
Width mm |
Color | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| white | brown | |||
| Kraft | 82 - 92 | 15 - 1000 | ● | ● |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Water-activated paper tape is an eco-friendly packaging tape made of kraft paper, coated with a vegetable starch-based adhesive that becomes sticky when moistened with water.
The tape is biodegradable, weather-resistant, tensile and tear-resistant, and provides a strong and durable seal for packaging.
The tape adheres well to most cardboard boxes, including recycled ones, and can handle dusty and wet surfaces.
Yes, this tape is 100% biodegradable and environmentally safe, as it is made of paper and natural starch adhesive.
The tapes are available in a variety of widths, typically from 15 mm to 1,000 mm, with popular widths of 50 mm, 60 mm and 70 mm.
Yes, fiber-reinforced tapes are available for added strength and tear resistance, which is ideal for securing heavier shipments.
The tape is widely used in parcel packaging, especially in the e-commerce industry, logistics centers, online stores and warehouses, where aesthetics and ecology are of great importance.
Yes, once applied, the tape becomes moisture-resistant, providing a permanent seal even in wet conditions.
Yes, it is possible to personalize the tape by imprinting, allowing you to put your company logo or other information.
Water-activated paper tape is more environmentally friendly, provides a stronger and longer-lasting seal, and is more difficult to remove without leaving residue, making shipments more secure.