Water Activated Tape (WAT) is an innovative and eco-friendly adhesive solution that provides a high-performance, sustainable alternative to traditional packaging tapes. Ideal for businesses seeking to enhance the security and efficiency of their packaging, Water Activated Tape uses water to activate its adhesive, ensuring a strong, tamper-evident seal.
This 48mm wide water activated tape, with a generous roll length of 200 metres and a 70gsm paper weight, is designed for secure, tamper-evident carton sealing. Also known as gummed paper tape, it adheres firmly to cardboard surfaces when moistened, creating a strong and permanent bond that becomes part of the box structure itself.
Secure Bond with Tamper Evidence
Water activated tape offers a more secure alternative to standard pressure-sensitive tapes. Once applied, it fuses with the carton surface, making it difficult to remove without visible damage. This makes it particularly suitable for dispatching goods where tamper evidence is essential, such as ecommerce orders, industrial shipments, or fulfilment centre packaging.
Strong, Sustainable & Cost-Effective
With a 70gsm kraft paper construction, this water activated tape provides a balance of strength and flexibility. It is suitable for both single and double wall boxes, holding fast during transit, stacking and handling. As it is paper-based and water activated, it is a more sustainable choice for packaging operations aiming to reduce plastic use.
Compatible with manual or electric water activated tape dispensers, this roll length is ideal for high-volume packaging environments. The adhesive activates quickly with water, creating a seal that is reliable across a range of temperatures and humidity levels.
Product Specifications:
- Width: 48mm
- Length: 200m per roll
- Material weight: 70gsm kraft paper
- Requires water for activation
- Provides a tamper-evident, fibre-tearing seal
- Fully recyclable and biodegradable
This water activated tape supports efficient, high-integrity packaging, making it well suited to warehouse, distribution and manufacturing operations seeking robust and environmentally conscious sealing solutions.