Bonus Tape (200M)
Overview
Fragile ‘Bonus’ Tape is a printed carton-sealing tape designed to help highlight that a parcel contains breakable items. Supplied as a wide, long-length roll (50mm x 200m), it’s intended for busy packing benches where clear handling messages and efficient roll changes matter.
Key bullet points
- Clear “FRAGILE” message to help communicate careful handling during storage, picking and transit.
- Wide, long roll format (50mm x 200m) for efficient sealing and fewer roll changes.
- Carton sealing tape format suitable for closing boxes and reinforcing seams.
- Simple visual identification helps staff quickly spot delicate consignments.
- Ideal for packing stations in eCommerce, warehousing, removals and general dispatch.
Typical uses
- Sealing cartons containing glassware, ceramics, electronics and other breakables
- Marking “handle with care” parcels for couriers and internal transfers
- Reinforcing box seams while adding a visible warning message
- General dispatch where quick identification of fragile shipments is helpful
Fragile ‘Bonus’ Tape — Full Product Guide
When you’re packing fragile goods, the goal is simple: protect the contents and make sure everyone who touches the parcel understands it needs careful handling. Printed fragile tape supports both aims by combining a carton-sealing tape with a prominent warning message. This roll is supplied in a common packing-bench width (50mm) and an extended roll length (200m), making it a practical choice for regular dispatch operations.
How It Works
Fragile tape is applied like standard packing tape: run it along the main carton closure and press down firmly to secure the flaps. The difference is the printed message, which provides an immediate visual cue that the contents may be breakable. Used consistently, it can help reduce accidental rough handling during internal movement, storage, and handover to carriers.
For best results, apply the tape to clean, dry carton surfaces and use a suitable handheld dispenser to maintain tension and achieve a smooth, well-adhered seal.
Materials and Construction
This product is a printed carton-sealing tape supplied as a single roll format. As with most packing tapes, performance depends on correct application pressure and the condition of the carton surface. If you are sealing dusty, recycled, or cold cartons, consider applying extra pressure and using a full “H-seal” pattern (one strip along the centre seam and one strip across each edge) to improve closure security.
Floor Type Compatibility
This is a packaging tape intended for cartons and parcels rather than a floor-marking tape. If you need floor marking for warehouse walkways or hazard zones, a dedicated floor marking tape is recommended.
Health and Safety
- Use with a dispenser where possible to reduce the risk of cuts from serrated edges or blades.
- Keep fingers clear of cutting edges and avoid tearing by hand if it encourages unsafe pulling.
- Store rolls properly to prevent contamination (dust) that can reduce adhesion.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
eCommerce & retail fulfilment
Use fragile tape to quickly identify delicate orders at the packing bench and during pick/pack handoffs.
Warehousing & distribution
Helps highlight fragile cartons on pallets, in racking, or during internal transfers between sites.
Removals & storage
A simple way to mark boxes containing breakables so they’re stacked and handled with care.
Manufacturing & spares
Useful for shipping components that can be damaged by impact or compression.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
- Keep cartons clean and dry before application for best adhesion.
- Apply firm pressure along the full tape length to ensure good contact.
- Store at stable temperatures and away from direct sunlight to help preserve tape performance.
- Use the right sealing method: for heavier cartons, consider an “H-seal” pattern for added security.
Case Study (Example Workflow)
A small online retailer shipping mixed orders (including glass and ceramics) standardises their packing process by using printed fragile tape on any carton containing breakables. Packers apply a full centre seam strip and two edge strips, then place the parcel into the outbound cage. The printed message makes fragile consignments easy to spot during loading, helping staff keep them on top of stacks and reducing the chance of accidental crushing.
Who is it for?
- Businesses shipping fragile goods regularly
- Packing benches that need quick, consistent parcel identification
- Warehouses and dispatch teams looking to improve handling awareness
- Home movers who want a clear visual warning on breakable boxes
Colours / Features Available
This is a printed “Fragile” warning tape. The key feature is the high-visibility printed message designed to stand out on cartons.
Sizes Available
This listing covers a wide, long-length roll format (50mm x 200m). If you need alternative widths, roll lengths, or different printed messages, check the wider range of printed and warning tapes available.