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Price Match

We guarantee our prices are extremely competetive and should be the BEST prices you will find on-line, along with delivering the very best service. For this reason, we offer a price match against other on-line sellers. If you find the same product elsewhere on line, give us a call on 0345 224 3691 and we will match or even beat it! Note that the following conditions must be met for the price match to apply:

- The item must be available on a UK website at the advertised price, and readily available to purchase, with a like for like delivery offering.

-The item in question must have the same specifications, quantity and be produced by the same manufacturer - although we will usually price match even if made by a different manufacturer, as long as its a comparable quality.

- Auction sites such as ebay and amazon do not qualify for price match.

- The price match cannot be used in conjunction with any discount codes or promotional items.

- If there are pricing errors on competitors sites that are clear typographical pricing errors, these will not be matched.

- Note that for corrugated lines (boxes/cartons), the item must be of the same specification (fluting and thickness) and be unbranded.

Call us on 0345 224 3691 and we will be more than happy to help!

Globe Packaging

48mm (2”) Water Activated Tape / Gummed Paper Tape – Standard & Reinforced


Here at Globe Packaging, we stock a wide range of water activated tape in 2” and 3” widths, in both standard and reinforced versions, all held in stock for next working day delivery within mainland UK.

In the above section, you will find water activated tape, also known as gummed paper tape, in 48mm (2”) versions, both in reinforced versions (recommended) as well as standard versions. Reinforced water activated tape is recommended for use with our range of water activated tape dispensers, which are also available for purchase on this site.

Gummed paper tape is by far the most environmentally friendly and secure way of sealing parcels, cartons and envelopes. The tape is recyclable and biodegradable, and effectively forms part of the box once applied. Gummed paper tape is tamper evident and suitable for use in all environments and temperatures. It is one of the strongest forms of tape on the market, and is made from natural starch and papers, with a combination of natural adhesive, allowing the box fibres to bond to the tape – creating a seal that cannot be penetrated without visibly breaking it.

Standard gummed paper tape is available in a 60gsm paper thickness, and offers a more economical solution than reinforced gummed paper tape, for those who are not too concerned about the tight security of the seal, or are packing lightweight goods. It is supplied in rolls of 200 metres.

Reinforced gummed paper tape is available in a 130gsm paper thickness, and is the most widely recommended paper tape solution. It works significantly more effectively in electronic gummed paper tape dispensers, and is made with super strength glass fibres. It remains unaffected in all temperatures, and ensures a tight and un-penetrable seal on the box. It is supplied in rolls of 100 metres.