Carton Sealing Tape Market Size, Share, Industry Report 2031

Report Description

The global carton sealing tape market size was USD 1.06 Bn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 2.34 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 11.6% during 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to a wide range of applications of carton sealing tapes in electronics, consumer goods, and food & beverages.

Cartons are the type of boxes created for the purpose of safe temporary storage and shipment of a wide variety of products ranging from delicate crockery to heavy electrical and electronic appliances. For holding these cartons in place and to ensure that they are sealed, a special type of adhesive tape is used that is highly durable.

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These special types of tapes are usually made of polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or paper. The adhesion material is made using a hot melt rubber system, acrylic, or natural rubber adhesive system. The film backing is clear or tan, or if the material used is PVC, the tape can be of any number of colors.

Based on the dimensions, the carton sealing tapes are of two types 55-yard and 110-yard rolls. Although, the measurement of machine length rolls ranges from 1000 to 2000 yards. Based on the width, these tapes are available in 2-inch and 3-inch rolls. The thickness of the sealing tape varies depending on the usage. Economy tape is 1.5 mils thick while the thickness of a heavy-duty carton sealing tape is 3 mils or more. One mil equals 0.0254 millimeters.

The carton sealing tapes are also used as strapping tapes and tamper-evident tapes in some cases. It is highly secure and resilient. It can keep the packages sealed for a long period of time and therefore is perfect for shipping and storage purposes. It ensures that the carton package does not get damaged or tampered with.

The COVID-19 pandemic has hindered the growth of the carton sealing tape market. The trade & transportation restrictions between countries damaged the upstream supply chain of carton-sealing adhesives as the companies faced difficulty obtaining raw materials used to manufacture adhesive material. Although, a considerable increase in demand was registered in several end-user applications such as e-commerce shipments and healthcare& grocery supplies among others.

Carton Sealing Tape Market Dynamics

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Major Drivers

Increasing consumer preference for e-commerce sites for shopping is expected to boost the market. The increased reliance of customers on online shopping platforms such as Amazon and eBay has led to a sharp rise in the number of deliveries. This has created high demand for packaging materials such as cartons and sealing tapes. The rising number of e-commerce sites is expected to further increase the demand for carton packaging tapes.

• As per the International Trade Administration (ITA) report, there were 27 million users of e-commerce in Canada in 2022, which accounts for 75% of its total population. The percentage of e-commerce users in Canada is estimated to increase by 2.6% in 2025, mentions the report.

Increasing consumer demand for various products is anticipated to drive the carton sealing tape market. The expanding population raises the demand for existing products in the market, increasing the number of sales orders. This leads to a higher volume of shipment and packaging needs for which the delivery and distribution systems are used to fulfill these orders. With more products being ordered online and shipped worldwide, the demand for carton sealing tape rises to ensure tight, secure, and durable packing. This minimizes the cost of product damage., and fuels the market growth.

Existing Restraints

Variations in the pricing and raw material availability are likely to hamper the market. These tapes are made by using organic and inorganic compounds, synthetic rubber, natural rubber, and acrylic as raw materials. Most of these materials are petroleum-based derivatives and are highly susceptible to commodity price volatility.

Oil prices have been extremely unstable due to the rise in global demand and political upheaval in the Middle East. Due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the benchmark oil prices retreated by 40% from their post-invasion high after adjusting for core inflation.

Strict government regulations are expected to impede the carton sealing tape market growth. The material used in sealing & strapping packaging tape’s backing is polypropylene or polyester. The synthetic rubber used in the adhesive is toxic. Exposure to volatile organic compound (VOC) vapors can cause throat irritation, loss of basic coordination, headache, nausea, and damage to the organs such as the liver, kidneys, or central nervous system.

The chemical industry often faces challenges from numerous regulatory bodies such as the European Union (EU), Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Globally Harmonized System (GHS), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in North America & Europe regarding the production as well as the use of these carton sealing adhesive tapes.

Emerging Opportunities

Development of biodegradable strapping & sealing tapes is anticipated to create growth opportunities for the key players in the market. Their demand has increased due to strict environmental regulations getting implemented in the past few years. To tackle this, hot-melt-based technology is being increasingly used that enables the tape manufacturer to coat the adhesive on a polypropylene film without releasing any of the solvents.

The use of hot-melt-based systems has especially increased in the Asia Pacific region. The innovation of curable adhesives (EB- and UV-, for rubber and acrylic systems) has increased the demand for specialty adhesive carton packing tape.

Scope of the Carton Sealing Tape Market Report

The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Carton Sealing Tape Market Segment Insights

Technology Type Segment

Based on the technology type, the carton sealing tape market is bifurcated into water-based, pressure-based, hot-melt-based, and others. The water-based segment is expected to expand at a major growth rate during the projection period due to its versatile use, high reliability, and security. It has high integrity and provides strong adhesion to various types of surfaces. Moreover, apart from being easy to handle and not emitting any harmful fumes or odor. In addition, it requires less material usage and is tamper-proof.

The pressure-based segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period owing to its superior strength and durability. Its pressure-sensitive mechanism forms an instant bond when applied to the carton surface, ensuring a reliable seal. This type of tape can withstand rough handling and temperature variation, making it suitable for heavy-duty packaging requirements. Moreover, pressure-based tapes offer excellent tamper evidence, providing added security to the packaged goods.

Material Type Segment

On the basis of the material type, the global market is segregated into paper, plastic, polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), and others. The polypropylene (PP) segment is projected to hold a substantial revenue share of the market during the forecast period owing to its properties such as abrasion resistance, superb impact, excellent water resistance, and high flexibility.

These properties make it reliable for usage in packaging for complex supply chains and distribution platforms. Polypropylene adhesive tapes are used in major industries, from healthcare to automotive. Furthermore, the innovation of additional features such as UV resistance and high aging is anticipated to drive the demand for polypropylene tapes.

The paper segment is anticipated to grow at a significant growth rate during the forecast period. This material is highly flexible, and lightweight, and provides a barrier to oxygen. It offers unique properties such as shock resistance, high initial tack coupled with a high tear, and low-noise unwinding. It is expected to have a positive impact on the growth opportunities of this segment over the forecast period.

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Adhesive Type Segment

On the basis of the adhesive type, the carton sealing tape market is segmented into starch, rubber-based adhesive, natural, synthetic, and acrylic adhesive. The acrylic adhesive segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period owing to its high-temperature range. The acrylic adhesive can maintain strong adhesion throughout a wide range of temperatures, ranging from 32°F to 140°F.

These properties make it an ideal adhesive for packaging refrigerated products and cartons that are shipped or stored in extreme heat or cold temperatures. Furthermore, acrylic adhesive material resists yellowing over a long period of time and provides clarity. This makes it an excellent choice for white or printed cartons as its design will not get obscured.

The rubber-based adhesive segment is expected to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period due to its high adherence properties. It has the ability to adhere to almost any kind of surface. It can be used in extreme temperatures and harsh humid environments. This makes it a reliable adhesive even when no other adhesive works.

End-user Segment

Based on the end-user, the carton sealing tape market is divided into food & beverages, cosmetics & personal care, homecare, pharmaceuticals, chemical, electrical & electronics, shipping & logistics, and others. The shipping & logistics segment is expected to generate a major revenue share of the market during the assessment period. The carton sealing tapes play a major role in packing and sealing large packages that are shipped across the globe.

For shipping safely, the packing process has to be meticulously planned to ensure that the content is stored properly and arrives at the destination in one piece. The carton sealing tape makes the packaging secure and durable.

The food & beverage segment is anticipated to grow at a high CAGR as it has extensive use for effective and spillage-free packing to ensure customer satisfaction. Worldwide, there is rising consumption of various food and beverages. This is resulting in increasing supply chain activities, which is creating demand for robust tape solutions for efficient holding of cartons containing food and beverage products.

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Regional Outlook

In terms of region, the global carton sealing tape market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the projection period due to the easy availability of raw materials and rising consumer demands for various products. The widely used adhesive material polypropylene is made from the polymerization of propylene gas which is abundantly found in this region.

The ever-increasing population plays a huge role in the rising demand for carton sealing tapes. The shipment and distribution of these products lead to the increasing demand for shipping cartons and sealing tapes to keep the product from damage. Furthermore, rapid urbanization and growing per capita disposable income contribute to the demand for consumer products which leads to increased shipping and distribution.

North America is expected to have significant market growth owing to the extensive use of carton sealing tapes across several industries including consumer goods, retail, food, and pharmaceuticals. The customization options for the design of these tapes are a major attraction to businesses looking to promote themselves through various means. Furthermore, the growing e-commerce businesses in the United States leads to the extensive use of supply and distribution platforms for packaging and sending the products. This further increases the demand for carton sealing tapes in this region.

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