48mm (2 inch) packaging tape

48mm tape is the most widely used width for sealing standard cardboard boxes, making it the default choice for warehouses, e-commerce dispatch and general office use.

Packaging Tape

Price range: £6.12 through £6.99 ex. VAT

Packaging tape and fragile tape in standard 66m rolls reliable polypropylene parcel tape for sealing boxes, parcels, and cartons across all packing environments.

  • All rolls are 48mm (2 inches) wide and 66m in length
  • ‘Fragile’ printed tape features bold red text on white polypropylene or PVC — highly visible warning for handlers
  • Clear warning messages printed throughout the length of the tape to highlight fragile contents
  • Strong adhesion to cardboard and paper surfaces for secure box sealing
  • Printed in RED TEXT on white polypropylene, PVC
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Brown vs Clear 48mm Tape

Brown tape is the traditional choice for most despatch operations and blends in against standard corrugated cardboard, while clear tape is popular where a branded box design or printed artwork needs to stay visible underneath. Both perform the same job — the choice usually comes down to presentation rather than strength.

Adhesive Options

Acrylic adhesive gives a long-lasting, UV-resistant hold that's well suited to boxes in storage for longer periods, while hot melt adhesive bonds instantly and copes well with high-speed packing lines. If you're unsure which to choose, our full packaging tape range breaks down the differences across all our tape types.

Pack Sizes and Roll Lengths

48mm tape is sold in standard roll lengths, with bulk pack options for businesses sealing large volumes of cardboard boxes day to day.