Futamura, a manufacturer of sustainable cellulose films, and Tamperguard, a tamper-evident solutions company, recently collaborated to develop tamper-evident tape.
The tape uses Futamura’s renewable and compostable NatureFlex film that is derived from responsibly sourced renewable wood pulp.
It features advanced security elements to make detecting tampering easy. A non-stick “void” message will appear on the surface if someone attempts to remove the tape. In addition, adhesive remains on the surface, preventing resealing.
“As a leading provider of tamper-evident tapes and labels in the packaging industry since 1993, Tamperguard is committed to innovation,” Jesse Drori, a Tamperguard representative, said. “Our development of sustainable products, including these compostable film-based tamper-evident tapes, demonstrates our dedication to further reducing our environmental impact. Tamperguard’s upcoming move to a brand-new Net Carbon Zero building underscores our steadfast commitment to sustainability.”
The tape will be marketed throughout North America to eco-conscious retailers, e-commerce companies, and industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and cannabis.
“The collaboration between Futamura and Tamperguard marks an exciting milestone in delivering sustainable tamper-evident solutions and represents a growing interest in the application of tapes using NatureFlex films,” Christopher Tom, Futamura Americas Division manager of sales and marketing, said. “We are thrilled to support Tamperguard in offering a tape that combines the unique properties and sustainability credentials of NatureFlex films with their expertise in tamper-evident technologies.”