Master of Its “Kraft”: The Benefits of Adhesive Paper

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It's a adhesive film made from kraft paper that is itself made from what's known as the “kraft process,” the chief method for producing paper. (Kraft in this case comes from the German word for “strength,” meant to denote the superior strength of the paper.)

But that strength is just one of many benefits of kraft adhesive paper. Read on to learn why this adhesive paper can be a good fit for your company's packaging.

Why Should I Use Kraft Adhesive Paper?

Kraft adhesive paper is an eco-friendly, water-activated film that affixes itself neatly to packaging and contains fiberglass threads that offer another layer of security and high tensile strength.

Once you seal a box or package with paper tape, it makes a permanent bond, similar to an envelope. You'll need to rip it to open it, as opposed to plastic tape, which can be peeled open. This makes paper tape an ideal way to deter pilfering or tampering. It's impossible for someone to open the box without ripping the tape.

Paper tape is often used by businesses using boxes that aren't filled with hard goods - think clothing makers - or companies shipping products that are loose and not very stackable. It's easier to seal a box with water-activated paper tape in situations where you can't put too much pressure on the tape.

At the same time, the strength of this tape makes it a good choice for shipping heavier or overfilled cartons. And it's very printable, allowing you to show off your company's name or log when you ship.

Adhesive kraft paper film is also an environmentally friendly alternative to tapes that are manufactured with plastics, like PVC and polypropylene. Both the paper material the tape is made from and the water-based adhesive are eco-friendly and sustainable in their production and can be recycled right along with your shipping box.

Other benefits include:

ㆍIt's odorless, making it a good choice for companies shipping food products

ㆍIt's hygienic, perfect for pharmaceutical companies

ㆍIt sticks neatly to a range of different products, including new or recycled cardboard, or dirty or dusty surfaces.

ㆍIt sticks so well you'll only need one strip of tape to secure your package

ㆍIt's very durable, able to withstand a range of different environmental conditions

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Are There Any Drawbacks To Using Kraft Adhesive Paper?

If there's a disadvantage to working with kraft adhesive paper, it's that paper tape requires users to bring the packaging to the tape dispenser, rather than bringing the tape dispenser to the packaging.

The tape comes out of a large desktop machine that dispenses the tape using a water brush that activates the adhesive. This adhesive is how adhesive should be: very sticky. It's great for sealing but can be cumbersome to work with.

This is where plastic tape varieties such as PVC or polypropylene have an edge. They can be applied with an inexpensive portable tape gun that you can carry around your workspace, where as a paper tape machine stays in one place and costs considerably more.

Do you have questions about custom kraft adhesive paper? Are you unsure about what type of tape is best suited for your packing needs?

Turn to Good Film. Our kraft adhesive paper wholesale has excellent water resistance and adhesion, sticks well and is not easy to fall off, and can be torn off in one piece without residue. At the same time, kraft adhesive paper wholesale can customize different sizes and thicknesses according to your needs, and can also print text or logo on the surface.