Custom Printed Tapes
Make every parcel you send stand out with our Custom Printed Tapes — combining strength, sustainability, and standout branding. Whether you’re looking for eco-friendly paper tapes or premium water-activated options, we deliver professional packaging that reinforces your brand with every shipment.
Why Choose Custom Printed Tape?
Custom printed tape turns your packaging into a powerful marketing tool. Each parcel becomes an extension of your brand — showcasing professionalism, security, and care.
✅ Boost your brand visibility – every shipment becomes a moving advert.
✅ Enhance product security – tamper-evident seals protect your goods.
✅ Eco-friendly options – choose recyclable and biodegradable materials.
✅ Cost-effective branding – a small detail that makes a big impact.
Paper & Water Activated Tapes
Our Custom Printed Paper and Water Activated (Gummed) Tapes are the perfect blend of strength, reliability, and sustainability.
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Available in brown, white, or oyster base colours.
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Printed up to 4 colours with precision Pantone matching.
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Reinforced options include cross-woven fibres for extra durability.
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Fully recyclable, biodegradable, and tax-exempt under UK Packaging Tax.
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Made with vegetable starch adhesive for a strong, eco-friendly bond.
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Ideal for manual or automatic sealing of cartons.
The non-reinforced version of our Water Activated Tape (WAT) is among the most sustainable packaging options available — biodegradable, recyclable, and repulpable, offering superior sealing strength while reducing plastic waste.
SPS-Water Activated Tape (WAT)-Data Sheet-AW 1.0.0
Sizes & Options
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Widths: 9mm to 144mm
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Lengths: 66m to 1056m
Need a specific size? No problem — we can produce bespoke widths and lengths to suit your needs.
Fast Turnaround Times
We pride ourselves on fast, reliable service:
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1–2 colour orders: 10 working days turnaround
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1–4 colour orders: 20 working days turnaround
Need it even quicker? Our Fast Track Service can deliver printed tape in as little as 3 business days, guaranteed.
Know Your Adhesive Types
Choosing the right adhesive ensures your tape performs perfectly for your packaging needs.
Here’s a quick guide to help you decide:
| Adhesive Type | Description & Benefits |
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| Noisy Acrylic | High-quality water-based adhesive. Quick release with a noisy unwind. Excellent UV resistance — ideal for long-term storage or shipping. |
| Low Noise Acrylic | Premium water-based adhesive with silent unwind. Offers UV resistance and smooth application — great for quiet packing environments. |
| Hot Melt | Synthetic rubber adhesive with high tack and quick release. Suitable for semi and fully automatic case sealers. Excellent for fast-paced operations. |
| Solvent | Natural rubber adhesive for strong adhesion and temperature resistance. Performs well on challenging surfaces with easy release. |
| Freezer Grade | Synthetic rubber adhesive designed for cold environments. Applies as low as -7°C, perfect for chilled and frozen goods. |
| Starch Based | Water-activated, vegetable-based adhesive. Creates a strong, tamper-evident seal. 100% recyclable and biodegradable — the ultimate eco choice. |
| High Performance | Modified acrylic adhesive that performs in -40°C to +150°C. Ideal for indoor and outdoor use. Bonds effectively to a wide range of surfaces. |
Perfect For
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E-commerce and retail packaging
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Sustainable and eco-conscious brands
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Logistics, manufacturing, and fulfilment centres
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Warehouses and distribution hubs
Artwork & Support
Our design team will help you prepare your artwork for flawless printing. We support a wide range of formats (PDF, Illustrator, BMP) and use Pantone Coated spot colours to ensure consistency across every roll.
Click the link below for our artwork guide:
SPS Artwork Automation File Guidelines AW 1.0.0
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