Contributing to sustainability – our packaging tape assortment

Whether for a light or heavy carton, traveling a short distance by rail, or taking a long journey by ship, our range of packaging tapes meets all the requirements of modern logistics. But that is not all: As one of the market leaders for packaging tapes, we are well aware of the big contribution that we can make to the environment when developing new products. And this is reflected in our new range of packaging tapes with sustainable aspects.

The debate around packaging pollution has grown significantly in recent years. Increasing concern from regulatory bodies and from the public are currently leading to major changes – in both industrial and consumer packaging. Packaging tapes are also being discussed as a crucial part of the packaging solution, with calls for innovative solutions.

Secure packaging is the primary requirement to ensure a product reaches its destination intact. tesa® packaging tapes are the result of decades of experience in the secure sealing of cartons. They have proven their worth millions of times over as a safe solution, under a huge range of different conditions, for the transportation of goods. By incorporating sustainability into its corporate strategy and setting up guidelines, tesa is moving towards a more sustainable future and is investing into R&D to support our customers with more sustainable state-of-the-art adhesive tapes.

Paper packaging tapes

Paper-based packaging tapes are an easy way to take a step into a more sustainable world. For all our paper carton sealing tapes, we aim to source from certified well-managed forests and other controlled sources. From light- to mediumweight packages our paper packaging tapes get the job done while keeping sustainability in mind.

Our five safe bet paper tapes

01tesa® 60408

Bio-based paper packaging tape

Product composition

Very strong kraft paper backing
High tack natural rubber adhesive with reliable adhesion

Sustainability aspects

92% bio-based carbon content in total product certified by DIN CERTCO
Made with paper from well-managed certified forests and other controlled sources
Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (78/100)

Product application

For mediumweight cartons up to 20 kg
Suitable for manual and automatic applications

02tesa® 4513

Superior paper packaging tape

Product composition

Very strong adhesion and high initial tack
Good resistance to shock impacts
Strong kraft paper backing

Sustainability aspects

Paper backing made with paper from well-managed certified forests and other controlled sources
Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (100/100)

Product application

Ideal for the sealing of cardboard boxes up to 15 kg
Suitable for manual and automatic applications

tesa® 4713 CST with Paper from Sustainable Sources

03tesa® 4713

Standard paper packaging tape

Product composition

Crepe paper backing
Natural rubber adhesive with reliable adhesion

Sustainability aspects

Paper backing made with paper from well-managed certified forests and other controlled sources
Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (100/100)

Product application

For lightweight cartons and envelopes up to 10 kg
Suitable for manual and automatic dispensers

04tesa® 60013

Self-adhesive reinforced paper tape

Product composition

Excellent adhesion and aggressive tack
High tensile strength
Paper backing reinforced with fiberglass scrim

Sustainability aspects

Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (75/100)
Solvent-free production process

Product application

Suitable for heavy-duty packaging applications (>25 kg)
Suitable for manual and automatic dispensers

05tesa® 4313 PV10 and PV12

Premium paper packaging tape

Product composition

Very strong adhesion and high initial tack
Highly resistant to shock impacts

Sustainability aspects

Paper backing made with paper from well-managed certified forests and other controlled sources
Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (83/100)

Product application

Ideal for sealing of light- and mediumweight cartons (max. 15 kg for PV10 – max. 20 kg for PV12)
Suitable for manual and automatic dispensers

Facts & figures

	tesa® 60408	tesa® 4513	tesa® 4713	tesa® 60013	tesa® 4313 PV10	tesa® 4313 PV12
Backing material	Certified paper	Certified paper	Certified paper	Reinforced paper	Certified paper	Certified paper
Total thickness [μm]	125	105	125	210	107	125
Type of adhesive	Natural rubber	Synthetic rubber	Natural rubber	Synthetic rubber	Synthetic rubber	Synthetic rubber
Adhesion to steel [N/cm]	2.8	8.5	2.8	>11	7.5	9.5
Tensile strength [N/cm]	60	70	30	125	60	60
Elongation at break	8%	3%	10%	6%	6%	6%
Color	Brown	Brown	Brown, white	Brown	Brown, white	Brown, white
Printability	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	Yes

Read what our customers experienced

How tesa® 4713 packaging tape helped Sellpy meet its sustainability goals

Filmic packaging tapes

Filmic backings offer specific features, like tear resistance and elongation at break, supporting shipping safety for medium- and heavyweight cartons. Our innovative filmic tapes use recycled or bio-based backings and tesa will continue its transition from virgin plastic to more sustainable alternatives.

Innovative more sustainable filmic tapes

01tesa® 60400

Bio & Strong

Product composition

Strong adhesion
PLA backing
Tacky and reliable natural rubber adhesive
Very good performance on recycled cardboard

Sustainability aspects

98% bio-based carbon content in total product certified by DIN CERTCO and TÜV AUSTRIA
Solvent-free production process

Product application

Sealing of mediumweight cardboard boxes (15-30 kg)

02tesa® 60412

Recycled PET packaging tape

Product composition

Strong and very consistent acrylic adhesive
High adhesion acrylic adhesive
Very good performance on recycled cardboard

Sustainability aspects

90% PCR PET content in backing
Recycling-friendly according to INGEDE Method 12 (100/100)

Product application

Suitable for light- and mediumweight packaging applications (max. 30 kg)

03tesa® 60418

Thin recycled PET packaging tape

Product composition

Very thin and conformable product
Tacky synthetic rubber adhesive
Easy unwinding

Sustainability aspects

More than 85% recycled PET content in backing
Solvent free production process

Product application

For light- and mediumweight cartons up to 25 kg
Ideal for high volume applications

Facts & figures

	tesa® 60400	tesa® 60412	tesa® 60418
Backing material	Polylactide (PLA)	PCR PET (90%)	PCR PET (85%)
Total thickness [μm]	55	56	36
Type of adhesive	Natural rubber	Waterborne acrylic	Synthetic rubber
Adhesion to steel [N/cm]	3.5	3.0	6.0
Tensile strength [N/cm]	30	60	38
Elongation at break	185%	130%	120%
Color	Amber translucent	brown, white, clear translucent	brown, white, translucent
Printability	No	Yes	No

All filmic tapes

Filmic Tapes

For holding applications that require something stronger than carton sealing tape, and greater elongation and conformability than filament tape.

Packaging tape dispenser

Industrial hand dispenser for packaging tape

To optimize your packaging process, we provide specialized tape dispensers for manual handling. These ergonomic, user-driven solutions enhance efficiency and security in your working environment.

01tesa® 6300 Economy

Product description

The tesa® 6300 Economy is a good value hand dispenser for professional sealing of all kind of tesa® packaging tapes in packaging and production areas.

Product features

For packaging tapes with 3” core and up to 50mm width.
The dispenser has a tension control so that even easy unwinding tesa® tapes can be used without difficulty.
The blade can be covered to prevent injuries.

02tesa® 6400 Comfort

Product description

The tesa® 6400 Comfort is a professional, robust hand dispenser permitting a fast and more comfortable carton sealing with all tesa® packaging tapes in a multitude of industrial applications.

Product features

Professional hand dispenser for 3 inch core rolls up to 50mm width.
Soft, gummed handle for a comfortable, secure grip.
Equipped with push flap and retractable blade to prevent injuries and enable a fast application process.
The dispenser has a tension control so that even easy unwinding tesa® tapes can be used without difficulty.

03tesa® 56402 Premium

Product description

The tesa® 56402 Premium is a professional hand dispenser fitting enhanced requirements while applicating tesa® packaging tapes in industrial environments.

Product features

Very robust professional hand dispenser for our packaging tapes.
Two rubber contact rollers and trigger on the handle for cutting the tape.
Soft, gummed handle for a comfortable, secure grip.
Equipped with a tilted, hidden blade to prevent injuries.
The dispenser has a tension control so that even easy unwinding tesa® tapes can be used without difficulty.
Also available for tape roll widths 25mm (6005) and 75mm (6075).

Facts & figures

	tesa® 6300 Economy	tesa® 6400 Comfort	tesa® 56402 Premium
Weight [g]	350	610	665
Core width ["]	3	3	3
Roll width [mm]	50	50	50
Optional width [mm]	-	-	25, 75
Max. roll diameter [mm]	120	130	170
Retractable blade	no	yes	yes
Tilted blade	no	no	yes

All tape dispenser

Our tape dispenser assortment

Our tape dispensers support you in a variety of different working situations. Packaging is just one applications in the industry where you can use them.

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