As the Christmas season approaches, homes and warehouses alike buzz with the familiar rip of packaging tape. That clear (or festive-printed) strip seals millions of gift boxes, secures shimmering wrapping paper, and keeps ribbons and bows perfectly in place under the tree. But have you ever wondered what makes the tape so reliably sticky — even on glossy paper or recycled cardboard?
One of the secrets lies in tackifier resins — the specialized ingredient that give pressure-sensitive adhesives their instant “grab” and long-lasting hold regardless of the composition of the box or wrapping paper.
Teckrez provides the most comprehensive selection of tackifier resins in North America including both hydrocarbon/petroleum based and bio-based tackifiers ensuring that no matter what your tape formulation uses, we have got you covered.
This holiday season, while you’re tearing off another piece of tape to secure that last bow, remember: behind every perfectly wrapped present is a little chemistry from companies like Teckrez, quietly making sure your gifts stay wrapped up tight until Christmas morning.
Curious about the resins that make all this holiday magic possible? Head over to teckrez.com to explore their full range of tackifiers—and see how they keep the world stuck together, one perfect gift at a time!
Happy holidays — and may all your packages stay sealed!