Duck Max Strength Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 4/Pack (241511)~#|#~78732D96-F634-45AF-B8B1EDB825355661_sc7Duck Max Strength Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 4/Pack (241511)~#|#~C0E923DF-60C2-49C4-BFA11671D7B47777_sc7
Item: 24549696
Model: 241511
Price is $20.29
Unit of measure 4/Pack
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Duck Max Strength Packaging Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22 yards, Clear, 6/Pack (284983)~#|#~sp260315535_sc7Duck Max Strength Packaging Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22 yards, Clear, 6/Pack (284983)~#|#~sp259836646_sc7
Item: 24578029
Model: 284983
No reviews yet
Price is $26.99
Unit of measure 6/Pack
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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SI Products Economy Grade Packing Tape, 2.8" x 375 ft., Kraft, 8/Carton (T906235)~#|#~s0035795_sc7
Item: 616601
Model: T906235
Price is $209.59
Unit of measure 8/Carton
Free delivery by Wed, Apr 30
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Duck Max Strength Heavy-Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (241513)~#|#~763B1291-F7A0-45C9-A9FD282892F07542_sc7Duck Max Strength Heavy-Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (241513)~#|#~5389F958-B402-4D31-8B2DF1D80D4B958D_sc7
Item: 24578028
Model: 241513
No reviews yet
Price is $26.49
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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3M Tape Sheets, 2" x 6", Clear, 25/Sheet, 2 Sheets (3750P)~#|#~1483D583-85AB-47B5-BDAE9BB007B5AAD8_sc73M Tape Sheets, 2" x 6", Clear, 25/Sheet, 2 Sheets (3750P)~#|#~89A79E1D-D845-4C8F-988286576378A1B0_sc7
Item: 432559
Model: 3750-P CLEAR
Price is $12.09
Unit of measure 50/Pack Price per unit $6.04/Pads
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3850-2ST)~#|#~CB70C5B3-2867-42B7-8566790E1DA7D7AA_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3850-2ST)~#|#~F43D1BE3-A675-46FC-BB76BE2343F92AF9_sc7
Item: 508627
Model: 3850-2ST
Price is $27.19
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Duck HP260 Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 60 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (655074)~#|#~sp167736461_sc7Duck HP260 Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 60 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (655074)~#|#~sp167736467_sc7
Item: 559019
Model: 655074
Price is $19.19
Unit of measure 3/Pack Price per unit $6.40/Roll
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6)~#|#~F136176B-75F0-4F41-8C2C4B38EDAB7959_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6)~#|#~38808333-2964-4333-86BB95A272A321CD_sc7
Item: 495492
Model: 142-6
Price is $15.19
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $2.53/Roll
Delivery by Wed, Apr 23
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Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 2 Pack (3850S-21RD-3GC)~#|#~90EFC37F-3BC1-45E4-8F6BA29B0AE296E2_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 2 Pack (3850S-21RD-3GC)~#|#~532908BB-3ADB-4EAD-98B89FB85BC06634_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 2 Pack (3850S-21RD-3GC) is In-store only
Item: 558402
Model: 3510
Price is $15.99
Price per unit $8.00/Roll
1-hr pickup
Scotch Box Lock Shipping Packing Tape, 1.88 in. x 38.2 yds., Clear, 3 Pack (3950S-3)~#|#~95A4BCF1-4027-41FB-BFC518E9C18AE0D1_sc7Scotch Box Lock Shipping Packing Tape, 1.88 in. x 38.2 yds., Clear, 3 Pack (3950S-3)~#|#~sp169101763_sc7
Scotch Box Lock Shipping Packing Tape, 1.88 in. x 38.2 yds., Clear, 3 Pack (3950S-3) is In-store only
Item: 24471499
Model: 3950S-3
Price is $23.99
1-hr pickup
Scotch Tough Grip Moving Packaging Tape, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., Clear (150)~#|#~E7EF245C-F940-4A8F-97FDE28CBCDC08CE_sc7Scotch Tough Grip Moving Packaging Tape, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., Clear (150)~#|#~A3946DEA-F2BD-4558-83678FBBB5AB6551_sc7
Scotch Tough Grip Moving Packaging Tape, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., Clear (150) is In-store only
Item: 2465792
Model: 150
Price is $3.59
1-hr pickup
Scotch Packing Tape, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (3500-40-3)~#|#~s1130164_sc7Scotch Packing Tape, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (3500-40-3)~#|#~s1130163_sc7
Item: 2456490
Model: 3500-40-3
Price is $24.69
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Delivery by Thu, May 01
1-hr pickup
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Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (38504063BRD2GC)~#|#~2CAF8022-1830-4EFB-8427DD1395E360A9_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (38504063BRD2GC)~#|#~75CC8F3C-C53F-4AF1-B4C8F3182199C7AA_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (38504063BRD2GC) is In-store only
Item: 24598979
Model: 38504063BRD2GC
Price is $42.69
Unit of measure 6/Pack
1-hr pickup
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6)~#|#~94B3B87C-EB23-4F36-918EF1E16DEB2C80_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6)~#|#~498D5368-2CA9-465E-A1E3A9DF0F1B75E3_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (142-6) is In-store only
Item: 24462717
Model: 142-6R
Price is $18.99
Unit of measure 6/Pack
1-hr pickup
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 4 Pack (3850-40LR4-4GC)~#|#~5D366920-D167-4216-965B4F0FB58EC352_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 4 Pack (3850-40LR4-4GC)~#|#~C3521CD4-178A-49E3-9CEF0407DA11196B_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 43.7 yds., Clear, 4 Pack (3850-40LR4-4GC) is In-store only
Item: 24520391
Model: 3850-40LR4-4GC
Price is $28.99
1-hr pickup
Scotch Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 6 Pack (3950S-6)~#|#~BDEFF6CA-C5B1-491F-A76BB00BFF44C576_sc7Scotch Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 6 Pack (3950S-6)~#|#~F5B52E15-B424-4AF3-B48F4782B0CB0FE0_sc7
Scotch Shipping Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds., 6 Pack (3950S-6) is In-store only
Item: 24471500
Model: 3950S-6
Price is $38.99
1-hr pickup
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Tan (143)~#|#~FA2B4B95-A84E-4452-9500AEAA86667338_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Tan (143)~#|#~03DC692A-971D-40A6-A723DC624CD1E661_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 22.2 yds., Tan (143) is In-store only
Item: 824235
Model: 143
Price is $4.39
Unit of measure Roll
Scotch Box Lock Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds. (3950S-RD-SR)~#|#~DEB8B5CC-F6DE-48C0-B9E471CEEF345D8B_sc7Scotch Box Lock Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds. (3950S-RD-SR)~#|#~F18CA8FF-E54B-4712-87D3039F06719900_sc7
Scotch Box Lock Packaging Tape, 1.88 in x 38.2 yds. (3950S-RD-SR) is In-store only
Item: 24471501
Model: 3950S-RD-SR
Price is $10.99
Unit of measure Roll
1-hr pickup
Scotch Ultra Clear Mailing Packaging Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 6 Pack (3250-6)~#|#~E689ACED-A966-47EC-8160085EE41BE9F7_sc7Scotch Ultra Clear Mailing Packaging Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 6 Pack (3250-6)~#|#~613A873F-1436-4315-843E174EE1E1A50E_sc7
Item: 24343710
Model: 3250-6
Price is $19.69
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $3.28/Roll
Delivery by Mon, Apr 28
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Tape Logic #1000 Economy Packing Tape, 3" x 55 yds., Clear, 24/Carton (T9051000)~#|#~s0791059_sc7
Item: 897917
Model: T9051000
Price is $246.79
Unit of measure 24/Carton
Free delivery by Wed, Apr 30
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Happy Mail Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.8" x 16.4 yds., White (246451)~#|#~sp131141573_sc7Happy Mail Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.8" x 16.4 yds., White (246451)~#|#~sp131141572_sc7
Happy Mail Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.8" x 16.4 yds., White (246451) is In-store only
Item: 24462136
Model: 246451
Price is $4.49
1-hr pickup
Scotch Heavy Duty Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3850-ST)~#|#~B9F7D159-12C9-4EEC-8046B7BCFB2DF90F_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3850-ST)~#|#~FBCBEF04-6AF4-4519-8C5269BB1F0AB340_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3850-ST) is In-store only
Item: 483920
Model: 3850-ST
Price is $19.49
1-hr pickup
Scotch Sure Start Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3450)~#|#~sp266320172_sc7Scotch Sure Start Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3450)~#|#~sp266320171_sc7
Scotch Sure Start Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3450) is Out of stock
Item: 24631634
Model: 3450
No reviews yet
Price is $8.99
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 40 yds. (287282)~#|#~D156B0CA-208B-40D4-B63404ADEC76A8B3_sc7Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 40 yds. (287282)~#|#~B0C58214-CF1C-41DC-868CE6B433EF5161_sc7
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 40 yds. (287282) is Out of stock
Item: 24625910
Model: 287282
No reviews yet
Price is $6.99
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 6.25" x 50 yds. (287398)~#|#~CE48249F-9F78-427C-A1016B214D3DB286_sc7Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 6.25" x 50 yds. (287398)~#|#~7C6C100C-DC72-45B7-82AA57003B7C3F5B_sc7
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 6.25" x 50 yds. (287398) is Out of stock
Item: 24625911
Model: 287398
No reviews yet
Price is $16.29
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., 2/Pack (288367)~#|#~915D1BB7-A1E2-4CDA-84E8F1A10FE2A090_sc7Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., 2/Pack (288367)~#|#~60F0C7C9-BC14-44B3-8EA271F15F1FA24C_sc7
Duck HD Clear Heavy Duty Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., 2/Pack (288367) is Out of stock
Item: 24625909
Model: 281011
No reviews yet
Price is $12.99
Tape Logic #7500 Pre-Printed Reinforced Water Activated Tape, "Stop", 3" x 450', Kraft, 10/Case (T9077500RA)~#|#~sp110467428_sc7Tape Logic #7500 Pre-Printed Reinforced Water Activated Tape, "Stop", 3" x 450', Kraft, 10/Case (T9077500RA)~#|#~sp110467426_sc7
Tape Logic #7500 Pre-Printed Reinforced Water Activated Tape, "Stop", 3" x 450', Kraft, 10/Case (T9077500RA) is Out of stock
Item: 23978306
Model: T9077500RA
No reviews yet
Price is $332.79
Unit of measure 10/Carton
Scotch® Sure Start Shipping Tape, 1.88" x 25 yds., 2 Refill Rolls for DP-1000 Dispenser/Pack (DP-1000-RR-2)~#|#~s0391156_sc7Scotch® Sure Start Shipping Tape, 1.88" x 25 yds., 2 Refill Rolls for DP-1000 Dispenser/Pack (DP-1000-RR-2)~#|#~s1130480_sc7
Scotch® Sure Start Shipping Tape, 1.88" x 25 yds., 2 Refill Rolls for DP-1000 Dispenser/Pack (DP-1000-RR-2) is Out of stock
Item: 741084
Model: DP1000-RR-2
No reviews yet
Price is $8.09
Unit of measure Pack
Tape Logic® #6000 Non Reinforced Water Activated Tape, 3" x 600', Kraft, 10/Case (T36000)~#|#~sp110467323_sc7Tape Logic® #6000 Non Reinforced Water Activated Tape, 3" x 600', Kraft, 10/Case (T36000)~#|#~sp144376994_sc7
Tape Logic® #6000 Non Reinforced Water Activated Tape, 3" x 600', Kraft, 10/Case (T36000) is Out of stock
Item: 2622075
Model: T36000
No reviews yet
Price is $130.33
Unit of measure 10/Carton
Tape Logic® #5400 Flatback Tape, 3" x 60 yds., Natural White, 6/Case (T94854006PK)~#|#~sp110467361_sc7Tape Logic® #5400 Flatback Tape, 3" x 60 yds., Natural White, 6/Case (T94854006PK)~#|#~sp144377053_sc7
Tape Logic® #5400 Flatback Tape, 3" x 60 yds., Natural White, 6/Case (T94854006PK) is Out of stock
Item: 23977822
Model: T94854006PK
No reviews yet
Price is $167.82
Unit of measure 6/Carton
Shurtape HP 240 Packing Tape, 1.88" x 109.36 yds., White/Red, 36/Carton (124152)~#|#~sp126837855_sc7Shurtape HP 240 Packing Tape, 1.88" x 109.36 yds., White/Red, 36/Carton (124152)~#|#~sp126837854_sc7
Shurtape HP 240 Packing Tape, 1.88" x 109.36 yds., White/Red, 36/Carton (124152) is Out of stock
Item: 24488879
Model: 124152
Price is $154.99
Unit of measure 36/Carton
Low Noise Tape, 2" x 55 yd., Tan~#|#~s0234835_sc7
Low Noise Tape, 2" x 55 yd., Tan is Out of stock
Item: 687066
Model: 150WS-TAN
No reviews yet
Price is $3.29
Unit of measure Roll
IPG Packing Tape, 1.88" x 109.3 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (N8222)~#|#~sp171639757_sc7
IPG Packing Tape, 1.88" x 109.3 yds., Clear, 6/Pack (N8222) is Out of stock
Item: 559216
Model: N8222
Price is $31.89
Unit of measure 6/Pack Price per unit $5.32/Roll
Shurtape AP 201 Packing Tape, 2.83" x 1000 yds., Clear, 4/Carton (230966)~#|#~sp126837758_sc7Shurtape AP 201 Packing Tape, 2.83" x 1000 yds., Clear, 4/Carton (230966)~#|#~sp126837757_sc7
Shurtape AP 201 Packing Tape, 2.83" x 1000 yds., Clear, 4/Carton (230966) is Out of stock
Item: 24488894
Model: 230966
No reviews yet
Price is $96.99
Unit of measure 4/Carton
Coastwide Professional™ 2" x 55 yds. Industrial Packing Tape, Tan, 36/Carton (CW55988)~#|#~s1181273_sc7Coastwide Professional™ 2" x 55 yds. Industrial Packing Tape, Tan, 36/Carton (CW55988)~#|#~s1181269_sc7
Coastwide Professional™ 2" x 55 yds. Industrial Packing Tape, Tan, 36/Carton (CW55988) is Out of stock
62% off of Coastwide Professional™ 2" x 55 yds. Industrial Packing Tape, Tan, 36/Carton (CW55988)
Item: 2773054
Model: 601-2X55T
Price is $30.97, Regular price was $81.99, You save 62%
Unit of measure 36/Carton
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (3350-3)~#|#~E2FA347F-5647-4901-BDDDAC04F299036C_sc7Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (3350-3)~#|#~8009DDDE-367D-4275-8A182E8A87CF3F62_sc7
Scotch Heavy Duty Packing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear, 3/Pack (3350-3) is Out of stock
Item: 24636709
Model: 3350-3
No reviews yet
Price is $17.49
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Staples Low Noise Tape, 110 yd x 2"W, Clear (687056)~#|#~s0234835_sc7
Staples Low Noise Tape, 110 yd x 2"W, Clear (687056) is Out of stock
Item: 687056
Model: 150WS-2110C
No reviews yet
Price is $5.49
Unit of measure Roll
Staples® Long Lasting Storage Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 98 Yds, Clear, 2/Rolls (ST-A26-902DP3)~#|#~s1119534_sc7Staples® Long Lasting Storage Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 98 Yds, Clear, 2/Rolls (ST-A26-902DP3)~#|#~s1119535_sc7
Staples® Long Lasting Storage Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 98 Yds, Clear, 2/Rolls (ST-A26-902DP3) is Out of stock
Item: 504405
Model: 52530/ST-A26-90
Unit of measure 2/Pack
3M 2525 Flatback Tape, 9.5 Mil, 1" x 60 yds., Orange, 6/Case (T94525256PK)~#|#~m004078940_sc7
3M 2525 Flatback Tape, 9.5 Mil, 1" x 60 yds., Orange, 6/Case (T94525256PK) is Out of stock
Item: 2301883
Model: T94525256PK
No reviews yet
Price is $170.99
Unit of measure 6/Carton
Scotch Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3350-RD-36GC)~#|#~7B279DA3-A1A3-45F9-95E121308887B917_sc7Scotch Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3350-RD-36GC)~#|#~89B26C94-6CDB-427C-A69B8F0FBFF888A1_sc7
Scotch Packing Tape with Dispenser, 1.88" x 54.6 yds., Clear (3350-RD-36GC) is Out of stock
Item: 24636710
Model: 3350-RD-36GC
No reviews yet
Price is $7.79

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Whether you’re shipping a package across the country or just storing office supplies most boxes will require tape that adheres properly and offers a secure hold. Staples carries packing tape made from a variety of materials with different adhesives that work well for securing your items. Learn more about shipping and packaging tape below.

What Is Packing Tape?

Packing tape is a strong adhesive used to seal cardboard shipping boxes and other packages for transport. There are a variety of types of packing tape, including:

  • Acrylic Tape - Provides immediate adhesion and strong tear resistance
  • Laminate or Film Tape - Uses friction to adhere and is great for short-term use
  • Cloth Tapes - This style is heat resistant and hard to tear
  • Glass Packing Tape - Use this for boxes exposed to heat up to 300° Fahrenheit
  • Vinyl and PVC Tape - These are strong and durable, making them great for packages that may experience chemical exposure or temperature changes

How Wide Is Packing Tape?

The width of the tape is actually a very important factor when it comes to sealing packages. Wide packaging tape is generally two to three inches and offers a good level of protection for packages that may experience a lot of movement while being shipped. You can likely use thinner shipping or packaging tape if you are working with a small package that has no gap between flaps.

Shipping Tape vs. Packing Tape

Although the terms are often used interchangeably, shipping tape is usually thinner than packing tape, but it still works great for boxes that aren’t super heavy. Packing tape should generally be able to handle long-term storage and varying temperatures and conditions without weakening its seal on the boxes.

Adhesive Types for Packing Tape

Packing tape comes with different types of adhesives that keep them secure on boxes and other materials. Acrylic adhesives provide a strong hold that remains sticky in hot and cold temperatures and during long-term storage. Gummed or water-activated adhesives require specific packaging tape dispensers that apply water during application. This type of tape offers instant sealing and can provide proof of tampering for added security. Tapes with hot-melt adhesives ensure a tight bond with corrugated materials for added protection during the shipping process. Look for adhesives made from rubber or silicone for increased flexibility when working with non-paper packaging or bundling products and materials.

How to Use Packing & Shipping Tape

Packing or shipping tape is easy to use in almost any situation. Simply peel back the beginning of the top layer, pull the tape the length you need and cut it where appropriate. One popular option is to place the tape in a packing tape dispenser to make sealing boxes quicker and easier. Hand-held dispensers are also great for quick applications. For warehouses and shipping facilities, there are convenient desk and table-top tape dispensers.

Why Can’t You Use Duct Tape on Packages Instead of Packing Tape?

Generally, adhesives like duct tape and masking tape will not create a strong enough seal to withstand the process of transport. These materials do not stick well to cardboard and are highly reactive to heat. If you are shipping an item, this could mean that your item will not make it to the destination or will arrive with issues. These tapes can also leave a glue residue on your package that makes it permanently sticky or unsightly.