Custom printed tape

Tape Jungle allows you to design your own custom printed tape in 3D and checkout in minutes.

Standard custom printed poly pro tape

Polypropylene (Poly Pro)

Starting at: $ 250

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Polypropylene, "PolyPro", is our most popular, versatile and cost effective packaging solution found everywhere from startup shipping desks to industrial warehouses.

Finish: Glossy; 85-90% Opaque.

Standard example

Design Layout Examples

Background

Neutral (Recommended) White, Tan, Clear

Floodcoat Light Color Background / Dark Color Print Can be fully continuous

Reverse Print Dark Color Background / Light Color Print Horizontal Print Gap Required (1/8")

Detail

Standard

Fine Min 5 Points

Bleed

Standard Bleed

Full Bleed

Premium Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Starting at: $ 350

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A specialty, hand grade material for upmarket brands due to look and feel and unique applications like cold climates or adhering to irregular surfaces. The texture is softer, more opaque compared to Standard PolyPro. It also has a quite release which is great if your sales department is near your shipping desk.

Finish: Flat; 90-95% Opaque.

Premium example

Design Layout Examples

Background

Neutral (Recommended) White, Tan, Clear

Floodcoat Light Color Background / Dark Color Print Can be fully continuous

Reverse Print Dark Color Background / Light Color Print Horizontal Print Gap Required (1/8")

Detail

Standard

Fine Min 5 Points

Bleed

Standard Bleed

Full Bleed

Paper Water-activated gummed

Water Activated Paper

Starting at: $ 450

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When water is applied to the adhesive the tape will bond to the fibers of nearly any cardboard material, creating a professionally branded, tamper evident seal. The paper is composed of recycled material.

Finish: Matte; 100% Opaque.

Paper Example

Design Layout Examples

Background

Neutral (Recommended) Kraft or White

Floodcoat Light Color Background / Dark Color Print Can be fully continuous

Reverse Print Dark Color Background / Light Color Print Horizontal Print Gap Required (1/8")

Detail

Standard

Fine Min 5 Points

Bleed

Standard Bleed

Full Bleed

Paper Water-activated gummed

Compare our tape materials

Not sure where to start? We got you covered!

	Standard Polypro	Premium PVC	Paper Water Activated
Adhesive	Self AdhesiveHot Melt	Self AdhesiveNatural Rubber	Water ActivatedGummed
Application	Hand/Machine	Hand Only	Machine Only
StrengthMil (Package Weight)	1.9 (0-30 lbs) 2.5 (30-60 lbs) 3.0 (60-90 lbs)	2.2 (0-60 lbs) 3.0 (60-90 lbs)	240 (0-30 lbs) 260 (30-60 lbs) 280 (60-90 lbs)
TransparencyMil (Transparency)	Semi-Transparent 1.9 (15%) 2.5 (10%) 3.0 (10%)	Semi-Opaque 2.2 (10%) 3.0 (5%)	Opaque 240 (5-0%) 260 (5-0%) 280 (5-0%)
Fine DetailsRegistration	Sharp5 points (1.7 mm)	Soft8 points (2.8 mm)	Sharp5 points (1.7 mm)
Finish	Glossy	Flat	Matte
Cost Per Yard*(or 3ft strip)	Min Order Qty (36 rolls): $0.09 per linear yard 1 Pallet (2,592 Rolls): $0.03 per linear yard	Min Order Qty (36 Rolls): $0.13 per linear yard 1 Pallet (2,592 Rolls): $0.04 per linear yard	Min Order Qty (40 Rolls): $0.09 per linear yard 1 Pallet (672 Rolls): $0.05 per linear yard
Cold Temp	1.9 MIL HI-TAK	All	Not Available
Recyclable	No	No	Yes 4% Recycled Paper 100% Recyclable Paper
* Assumes 3" (72mm) Width, Stock Tape and Ink, and lowest grade for sake of comparison.

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How does our custom tape process work?

Branding your packaging has never been easier

Choose a tape, select your options, and checkout in minutes! Our experts and designers will be with you every step of the way.

Customize your own tape

1

Customize & order

Today

Upload your logo or design file, customize your tape and checkout in minutes.

2

Proof

2-3 business days

Receive a digital proof from our designers for final approval within 3 business days; cancel or edit your order anytime until this point.

3

Production

2-3 weeks

We'll manufacture your new printer plates, prepare and schedule your order for printing within 3 weeks.

4

Delivery

Less than 4 weeks from today

Receive your tracking details; get ready to upgrade your packaging!

Why custom printed tape?

There's no second chance to make a first impression

You've made the sale. Now stick the landing.

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Enhance your branding

Make your brand the first thing customers see
Present an enterprise level experience
Stand out from the competition

Security with style

Reinforce your package to secure your content
Reduce injury, error and theft
Deter tampering in transit

ROI

Show customers how to get in touch at a glance
Packages look great for less $0.05 per box
Versatile and cost-effective branding

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lead Times

How long does it take for the Custom Printed Tape to Arrive at my door?

About 3-4 weeks for initial orders.

What about re-orders?

Reorders are faster but we still recommend ordering at least 3 weeks in advance just to be safe.

How long is each step in the process?

From Order to Proof (1-3 Business Days)
From Proof Approval to Print (12-15 Business Days)
From Print to Delivery (1-5 Business Days via UPS Ground)

Can I have my order shipped faster?

We can rush certain steps like the proof out of respect to pending customer orders and various production requirements. If you have an emergency or a product launch date please either note in the comments section, call (877) 284-4781 or email customtape@tapejungle.com and we will let you know if we can accommodate.

Colors

How many colors can I print?: We can print up to three colors but each additional color adds to the minimum order quantity and plate fee. We usually recommended 1 or 2 colors.
What is my artwork has more colors than the print?: This is very common! We simply edit the colors in your artwork to match your order details. You’ll be able to confirm the layout and colors in the final proof.
Why does the Pantone Match Systems (PMS) cost more?: Pantone color matches require additional time and materials to blending together the substrates for each color. For our 11 stock colors, however, we purchase in very large quantities premixed. If your logo color is close to one of our stock colors we recommend using the stock. Pantone colors can also vary slightly, up to a shade.
Can you print on black tape, colored tape?: It is recommended to print on neutral tape colors such as white, tan, kraft or clear. Using colored background as a surfaces requires either printing the design in a color significantly darker than the surface itself such as a black or Reflex Blue or creating a reverse print around the design which will have an ⅛” gap at the end of each impression.
What about gradients or shading or halftones? Is that still considered one color?: We can print gradients and shading using halftones (dot matrix) but solid colors tend to print best.

Artwork/File Requirements

What kind of file type do you require to print?: Vector files, like Adobe Illustrator (.ai) or Encapsulated PostScript (EPS) are ideal, especially if we need to do any editing but anything high resolution such as PNG, PDF, JPG or PDF will print nicely.
What kind of resolution will print best?: If your image is not a vector file, then 300 dpi (dot per inch) is ideal. When you upload your design you will see a message about the resolution and our design team will let you know when making your proof.
What if I’m not sure, or I think it’s low resolution?: No problem! You can still move forward and keep your place in line. Sometimes we can fix or recreate low-resolution elements for you. Also, you can follow up with us with better artwork later by replying to the order confirmation email or via customtape@tapejungle.com.
What’s the maximum width and length of the design?: Max height is 1.6" for 2" wide tapes; 2.5" for 3" wide tapes. Length is generally 5-7” long with a maximum length of 14.5”
Can I see the design before placing an order?: Yes, the 3D online preview when used with the layout editor can show you almost exactly how the tape and layout will look when used correctly. Our design will then follow with a final proof for your approval prior to sending to production.
Can you make me the final proof or make substantive changes to my design without placing an order?: No, our support staff can answer any questions you have or provide free mockups but having the initial order for our design team to work from ensure the best quality for the proof, production, and delivery of your custom tape.

Support

How can I reach out if I have questions?: By chat, email or by phone.
When are chat and email available?: You can reach us 24/7 via email at customtape@tapejungle.com or via live chat. If all live chat you can submit a message.
Can I call to speak to a real person?: Absolutely, our team members are more than happy to assist you with any questions you might have such as design options, reorder information, lead times or anything else!
What if I need help during the order or down the road?: You’ll have a dedicated specialist to help you throughout the order or reordering process but generally, any member of our custom tape support team will be able to help as well.

Reorders

Is ordering again less expensive?

Yes! The plate fee is only for the first order. After that, we’ll keep your plates on file as well as maintain or replace them for as long as we’re making your tape.

Can I change my design?

Yes and no. We’ll need a new plate to make any changes to the design itself, even minor details such as adding a phone number.

Can I change my order without a new proof and plate?

What you can change without a new plate:

Tape Color
Grade (Thickness)
Roll Length
Ink Colors (though not the number of colors)

What changes require new plates:

Material (eg Premium PVC to Paper or Standard PolyPro)
Roll Width
Number of Ink Colors
Design Changes of any kind

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Why Tape Jungle?

Using Tape Jungle’s custom tape instantly increases your brand’s visibility and customer experience. Custom tape also secures your packaging while promoting your business at the same time.

Trusted by 1,000's of brands

Highly rated
Risk free proof process

20+ year of experience

Dedicated order support
Industry-leading advice

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Solutions start at $250
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1*Paper tape has a dry, water-activated adhesive, which requieres a mechanized dispenser.
2After final proof approval is received, custom printed tape orders are non-cancelable and non-refundable.
3Custom ink colors may vary from Pantone code. We recommend using a Pantone book if you're not sure versus a digital display.
4Plates may shift during production. A 1.0mm alignment variation per color is possible.

5Design files should either be vector (.ai, .eps, .psd) or high resolution (300 dpi or greater). The sharper the image the sharper print.
6Process takes approximately 3.4 weeks from order to delivery, rush requests are not guaranteed.
7Orders are printed based on proof approval dates, not order dates: revisions or low resolution artwork may delay production timelines.