Polypropylene Printed Tape
A versatile, cost-effective choice for everyday cartons, ecommerce parcels and general business packaging.
- Excellent everyday option
- Ideal for parcels and cartons
- Custom logo, text or design
- Great for regular dispatch
CUSTOM PRINTED TAPE GUIDE
Which Custom Printed Packaging Tape Should I Choose?
Compare polypropylene, vinyl, paper and machine packaging tape to find the right custom printed tape for your parcels, boxes and packing operation.
Printed with your branding
Options for hand & machine use
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Polypropylene • Vinyl • Paper • Machine
CHOOSE THE RIGHT TAPE
Four printed tape options for different packing needs
Start with how your parcels are packed, the finish you want and whether the tape will be applied by hand or by machine.
Vinyl Printed Tape
A premium printed packaging tape for businesses looking for strong presentation and a tape that conforms well to cartons.
- Premium presentation
- Good conformability
- Professional branded finish
- Ideal where appearance matters
Printed Paper Tape
A distinctive paper-based option that works particularly well with kraft cartons and brands using a natural packaging style.
- Natural kraft-style appearance
- Complements cardboard boxes
- Custom branded print
- Great for retail and ecommerce
Printed Machine Tape
Longer printed polypropylene rolls for compatible automatic case sealing and high-volume packaging operations.
- For automated case sealing
- Long machine rolls
- Reduced roll changes
- Brand high-volume dispatch
QUICK TAPE SELECTOR
Start with the way you pack
You do not need to understand every tape specification before choosing. These common applications are a useful starting point.
Everyday Parcels
For regular cartons and ecommerce orders, polypropylene is the natural place to start.
Choose polypropylene →Premium Packaging
For a more premium presentation and excellent conformability, consider printed vinyl.
Choose vinyl →Kraft Packaging
For brands using kraft cartons and a paper-led look, printed paper tape is a strong fit.
Choose paper →Automated Packing
For automatic case sealers and higher-volume dispatch, use a compatible machine roll.
Choose machine tape →
BRANDED ECOMMERCE PACKAGING
Turn a plain shipping box into branded packaging
You do not necessarily need fully custom printed boxes to create a recognisable parcel. Branded packaging tape can add your logo, business name or message to standard kraft and white cartons.
For many ecommerce businesses, custom printed polypropylene tape is a practical starting point. Vinyl offers a more premium option, while paper tape creates a distinctive look on kraft-style packaging.
Logo & brand name
Website or message
Repeat branding
Plain box transformation
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AT A GLANCE
Polypropylene vs vinyl vs paper packaging tape
All three can create professional branded packaging. The best choice depends on the application, the presentation you want and your packing process.
| What matters? | Polypropylene | Vinyl | Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday parcel sealing | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Cost-conscious everyday use | Excellent | Premium option | Depends on application |
| Premium presentation | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kraft / paper-led appearance | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Ecommerce packaging | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Custom logo or design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Want a more detailed material comparison?
Our dedicated comparison guide looks more closely at polypropylene, vinyl and paper tape.
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BRANDING YOUR PACKAGING
What is custom printed packaging tape?
Custom printed packaging tape is packaging tape printed with your own logo, text, message or design and repeated along the roll.
LOGO
Company Branding
Repeat your logo or business name along the tape so your parcels are instantly recognisable.
WEB
Website & Contact Details
Add a website address or useful contact information directly to your packaging tape.
MSG
Messages
Use short promotional, customer or handling messages alongside your main branding.
ART
Bespoke Designs
Create repeating artwork that works with your boxes, brand colours and overall packaging style.
You may also see custom printed packaging tape described as branded tape, logo tape, printed parcel tape or personalised packing tape.
DESIGN & ARTWORK
Keep your printed tape design clear and easy to recognise
Printed tape is viewed at different angles and your artwork repeats along the roll, so simple, recognisable branding is often particularly effective.
Think about the tape colour, print colours, logo size, contrast, repeat spacing and how much information you really need to include.
Read the Printed Tape Design Guide
BEFORE YOU ORDER
- Logo sizeMake sure your branding remains clear at tape size.
- Print coloursChoose colours that suit the tape and your brand.
- ContrastKeep important artwork easy to distinguish.
- Repeat spacingConsider how the design repeats along the roll.
- Artwork qualitySupply the best-quality artwork available.
PRINTED TAPE HELP & GUIDES
Learn more about custom printed packaging tape
Compare tape materials, understand paper tape and prepare artwork before placing your order.
COMPARISON GUIDE
Polypropylene vs Vinyl vs Paper Packaging Tape
Compare the three main hand-applied tape options and decide which best suits your packaging.
Compare materials → PAPER TAPE Printed Paper Tape for Branded PackagingLearn where paper tape works well and how it can complement kraft and paper-led packaging.
Explore paper tape → DESIGN & ARTWORK How to Design Custom Printed Packaging TapePlan your logo, colours, repeat, artwork and overall tape design before production.
Design your tape → SHOP PRINTED TAPE Custom Printed Packaging TapeExplore polypropylene, vinyl, paper and machine tape and choose the right option for your business.
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PRINTED TAPE FAQs
Frequently asked questions about custom printed tape
Quick answers to common questions when choosing branded packaging tape.
Which custom printed packaging tape should I choose?
Polypropylene is a strong starting point for everyday parcels and cartons.
Vinyl is a premium option with good conformability, while paper tape suits brands
looking for a paper-based tape and a natural appearance. If you use automatic case
sealing equipment, choose a compatible machine tape.
What is the best printed tape for ecommerce packaging?
For many ecommerce businesses, custom printed polypropylene tape is a practical
everyday choice. Vinyl can be used where a more premium presentation is preferred,
while paper tape works particularly well with kraft-style packaging.
Can I print my logo on packaging tape?
Yes. Custom printed packaging tape can feature your logo, business name, text or
suitable artwork. Clear, simple designs generally work well because the artwork
repeats along the roll.
What is branded packaging tape?
Branded packaging tape is packing tape printed with your own company branding.
It is also commonly described as custom printed tape, logo tape, printed parcel tape
or personalised packing tape.
What is the difference between polypropylene, vinyl and paper tape?
The materials differ in appearance, handling characteristics and the applications
they suit. Polypropylene is a versatile everyday option, vinyl is a premium option
with good conformability, and paper tape offers a distinctive paper-based finish.
See our full comparison guide.
Do you supply custom printed machine tape?
Yes. Our custom printed polypropylene machine tape
is supplied on longer rolls for compatible automatic case sealing and high-volume
packaging applications.
Can printed tape be used instead of custom printed boxes?
Printed tape can be a simple way to add branding to standard plain cartons.
It does not make the box itself custom printed, but it can create a recognisable
branded appearance without changing the carton.
READY TO BRAND YOUR PACKAGING?
Choose your custom printed tape
Shop polypropylene, vinyl, paper or machine tape and turn everyday cartons into professional branded packaging.