What Is VOID Tape?
VOID tape is a Tamper Evident sealing tape designed to reveal a visible “VOID” or “OPEN VOID” message when peeled away. The change helps receiving teams identify possible opening during storage, transportation or handover. Unlike ordinary packing tape, it provides an additional visual indication that the seal has been disturbed.
How Does It Work?
VOID adhesive tape contains layers designed to separate during removal. Depending on the construction, the security pattern remains on the packaging surface, within the tape, or on both. Reapplying the removed tape does not restore its original appearance.
The three main constructions are:
- Full Transfer: The adhesive/security layer transfers to the application surface, leaving visible evidence.
- Partial Transfer: Part of the security layer transfers to the surface while part remains on the tape, producing evidence on both.
- Non-Transfer: The message appears within the tape, with the adhesive designed to remain on the backing rather than the surface.
Where Is It Used?
OPEN VOID tape can seal shipping cartons, document envelopes, plastic containers and equipment access points. Typical users include packaging companies, electronics distributors, retailers and businesses transporting valuable goods. Medical-supply distributors may also use it on outer transport packaging to support receiving inspections.
Red VOID tape creates a conspicuous seal, while white VOID tape can carry logos and handling instructions. Color does not determine the transfer effect or security performance.
EcoSecurityTape evaluates tape dimensions, printing, adhesive and transfer requirements according to each application. Buyers should test samples on the actual surface: adhesion and message visibility depend on surface condition, temperature and bonding time. VOID tape indicates opening; it does not independently verify the contents or their authenticity.
This security solution is used across a wide range of sectors including logistics, pharmaceuticals, electronics, banking, and e-commerce, where trust and compliance are crucial. VOID tape helps ensure that your goods remain untouched from warehouse to final delivery point.
Why VOID Tape Matters
Packages often pass through several hands between packing and delivery. Warehouse staff, couriers, distributors and receiving teams may handle the same shipment, creating points where unauthorized opening can be difficult to detect. VOID tape adds a visible inspection point to these handovers.
How It Differs from Ordinary Tape
Ordinary packing tape primarily closes a package. Depending on the surface and adhesive, it may be removed and replaced without an obvious warning. VOID adhesive tape is designed to reveal a message or irreversible pattern when peeled. With OPEN VOID tape, this evidence appears on the surface, the tape, or both, depending on the selected construction.
Why High-Value Goods Need Opening Evidence
Electronics, spare parts, collectibles and confidential documents can be vulnerable to substitution or missing contents. Inspecting the seal before accepting a shipment helps teams identify suspicious packages and document discrepancies. Tape does not prevent every theft, but it can make interference harder to conceal.
Why Medical Shipments Require Careful Checks
Unexpected opening of medical supplies or pharmaceutical shipping cartons may raise concerns about handling and contents. A damaged seal can prompt staff to hold the shipment for review. VOID tape supports this inspection process; it does not provide sterilization, temperature control or proof that the contents are safe.
Supporting Consistent Daily Handling
Red VOID tape offers a conspicuous seal, while white VOID tape can carry branded instructions. Serial numbers or barcodes can link packages to handover records when staff record them consistently.
EcoSecurityTape helps buyers select and test a suitable Tamper Evident tape solution. Provide your application surface, tape dimensions, quantity and printing requirements for a recommendation.
Types of VOID Tape
VOID tape is available in full transfer, partial transfer and non-transfer constructions. The difference is how the security layer separates during removal and where the opening evidence remains. Buyers should select the structure according to the application surface, residue restrictions and inspection process.
| Type | Removal Effect and Key Features | Typical Applications and Buyer Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Full Transfer VOID Tape | The adhesive/security layer transfers to the surface, leaving a visible VOID pattern. The lifted backing typically loses its adhesive layer. | Cartons, disposable packaging and shipping seals where permanent residue is acceptable. Test coated or recycled cardboard before ordering. |
| Partial Transfer VOID Tape | Part of the adhesive/security layer transfers to the surface while part remains on the backing, creating evidence on both. Resealing does not restore the original appearance. | Packaging boxes, logistics containers and equipment seals where residue is permitted. Confirm pattern visibility and adhesion on the actual surface. |
| Non-Transfer VOID Tape | The VOID message develops within the tape, with the adhesive designed to remain on the backing rather than transfer to the surface. | Smooth metal, glass, plastic housings and reusable containers. Test for residue, coating damage and adhesion before approval. |
Color and Printing Options
Red VOID tape provides a prominent visual warning, while white VOID tape offers a background for logos and handling instructions. Color does not determine the transfer type. Buyers requesting OPEN VOID tape should confirm whether the wording is surface-printed, revealed after removal, or both.
EcoSecurityTape can evaluate custom VOID adhesive tape according to your width, roll length, quantity, surface and printing requirements. Explore our Tamper Evident Security Tape range and Security VOID Tape guide.
Need help selecting a structure? Send your specifications and surface photos for a quotation, free preliminary artwork and suitable stock samples; buyers cover sample courier costs.
Email: info@ecosecuritytape.com
WhatsApp: +1 615 480 2757
How VOID Tape Made?
VOID tape is produced by combining film material, tamper-evident adhesive, a security message layer, and custom printing. For B2B buyers, the key is to confirm whether the tape works well on the intended packaging surface and shows clear tamper evidence after removal.
Eco-Friendly PE Material and Adhesive Selection
EcoSecurityTape uses eco-friendly biodegradable PE material for VOID tape production. The material is designed to meet environmental requirements in EU markets, and our VOID tape has been exported to many European countries. The name EST EcoSecurityTape also reflects our focus on environmentally responsible security tape solutions. The adhesive and release effect can be selected based on the customer’s application surface, such as cartons, courier bags, envelopes, plastic packaging, labels, security bags, and product boxes.
Custom Security Message and Custom Printing
The tamper-evident layer can be designed to show VOID, OPENVOID, or other custom security messages after the tape is removed. This makes unauthorized opening easier to identify. For custom orders, EcoSecurityTape can produce different languages, patterns, numbers, warning text, and brand designs based on the customer’s logo or artwork. In many cases, the customer’s logo is engraved on a copper printing plate before production, helping create clear and consistent printing for bulk orders.
Slitting, Packing, and Quality Check
After printing and production, the tape is slit into the required width and roll length, then packed according to order requirements. During production, quality inspectors randomly check samples at different stages. Products that do not meet the quality standard are removed, while qualified rolls are kept for packing and shipment. Key points such as adhesive strength, release effect, message clarity, printing quality, roll size, and appearance are checked to support stable bulk supply. For B2B buyers, sample testing before bulk production is recommended. This helps confirm whether the VOID tape works properly on the intended packaging surface before placing a larger order.
For custom-made tamper sealing solutions, check out our product catalog or reach out to discuss your packaging needs.
Who Uses VOID Tape?
VOID tape is used by packaging companies, equipment manufacturers, hospitals, retailers and distributors that need visible evidence of package opening. The appropriate construction depends on the surface, handling conditions and permitted residue. EcoSecurityTape’s completed orders and ongoing inquiries illustrate several practical B2B applications.
Packaging Companies and Carton Suppliers
An Iraqi packaging customer purchased 10 rolls of VOID tape for sample testing. For businesses supplying cartons, testing on their actual board helps evaluate adhesion and the removal pattern before recommending the tape to customers or ordering larger quantities.
Boiler and Industrial Equipment Businesses
A Swiss boiler-equipment customer purchased VOID security tape and subsequently ordered non-transfer VOID labels for equipment identification and inventory checks. This shows how tape and labels can serve different needs within one business: tape for longer sealing areas and labels for individual equipment surfaces.
Hospitals and Healthcare Procurement
EST has quoted a tape project for a Zambian hospital customer; discussions are ongoing. Healthcare buyers should specify whether the tape will seal cartons, transport containers or equipment. OPEN VOID tape can support visual opening checks, but its suitability must be assessed for the intended application.
Office-Supply Distributors
An office-supply customer in the UAE has received a quotation for VOID adhesive tape, with the project still under discussion. Distributors evaluating red VOID tape or other colors should confirm roll dimensions, carton quantities, customer demand and delivery costs.
Department Stores and General Retail
A Brazilian department-store customer is discussing a quoted custom VOID tape project with EST. Retail applications may include stock transfers, dispatch cartons and return handling. Branded printing can help staff identify packaging and inspect seals during handover.
Pharmaceutical Businesses
EST has also quoted a pharmaceutical customer in Tokyo, Japan, and discussions remain ongoing. Buyers considering white VOID tape or custom warning text should confirm the application surface, required transfer effect and inspection procedure.
For suitable structures, explore our Tamper Evident Security Bags or contact EST with your tape dimensions, quantity and surface photos.
Key Features & Benefits of VOID Tape
For B2B buyers, VOID tape should be easy to apply, difficult to reseal, and clear enough for staff or customers to identify tampering. The right tape can help protect packages, reduce disputes, and support more controlled handling during storage, shipping, and delivery.
EcoSecurityTape supplies different VOID tape options for cartons, courier bags, envelopes, labels, plastic packaging, security bags, product boxes, and other clean packaging surfaces. Buyers can choose suitable tape type, size, color, adhesive effect, and custom printing based on their actual application.
Before placing a bulk order, buyers should test the tape on their actual packaging surface. This helps confirm adhesive strength, VOID message clarity, printing quality, and whether the selected transfer type matches the intended use.
How to Choose the Right VOID Tape Supplier
A reliable VOID tape supplier should help buyers confirm surface compatibility, printing requirements, sample performance and delivery schedules. These details support consistent results from trial orders through regular procurement.
1. Relevant Project Experience
Ask for examples involving similar packaging surfaces and handling conditions. EST supplied VOID tape samples to an Iraqi packaging customer and received a subsequent VOID label order from a Swiss equipment customer after their tape purchase. Suitable non-confidential photos and videos can be shared by email or WhatsApp.
2. Customization and Free Artwork
Confirm the tape width, roll length, thickness, quantity, transfer type and printed information. EcoSecurityTape can prepare preliminary artwork free of charge using your logo and warning text. Red VOID tape and white VOID tape options should be evaluated alongside the required adhesive and surface finish.
3. Sample Testing and Small Orders
Test OPEN VOID tape on actual cartons, plastic packaging or equipment before bulk purchasing. Check adhesion, message visibility and residue after removal. Suitable stock samples are free, with buyers covering courier costs. Selected custom tape projects can start from 100 rolls, depending on specifications.
4. Material Specifications and Quality Checks
Request the backing material, adhesive specifications and relevant available test documents. Environmental claims should be supported for the specific product. EST checks dimensions, printing, winding and tamper performance against agreed requirements; ordinary PE should not automatically be described as biodegradable.
5. Production, Delivery and Follow-Up
Regular custom VOID adhesive tape orders below 1,000 rolls generally require approximately 7–10 working days after payment and artwork approval. Larger or complex orders require a confirmed schedule. EST provides production updates, international tracking and repeat-order support.
Why Choose EcoSecurityTape as Your VOID Tape Partner?
EcoSecurityTape supports B2B buyers throughout a custom VOID tape project, from selecting the transfer structure and preparing artwork to sample evaluation, production and international delivery. Our recommendations consider your packaging surface, operating conditions, residue restrictions and purchasing quantity.
Application-specific selection: We evaluate full transfer, partial transfer and non-transfer structures according to the intended surface. Cartons, plastic packaging and metal equipment may require different adhesive performance. Buyers requesting OPEN VOID tape should confirm the message and expected removal result before production.
Free preliminary artwork: Provide your logo, warning text, tape width and roll length, and EST can prepare an initial layout free of charge. Red VOID tape and white VOID tape can be evaluated alongside custom colors, multilingual printing, serial numbers, barcodes and QR codes.
Free stock samples: Where suitable samples are available, we provide them free of charge; buyers cover courier costs. Testing VOID adhesive tape on the actual packaging helps identify unsuitable adhesion, unclear transfer patterns or unwanted residue before bulk ordering.
Low MOQ for trial projects: Selected custom tape projects can start from 100 rolls, depending on the material and printing requirements. This allows smaller businesses to evaluate performance and customer feedback before committing to regular procurement.
Relevant project experience: An Iraqi packaging customer purchased 10 rolls for testing. A Swiss equipment customer purchased VOID security tape and subsequently ordered VOID labels. We can privately share suitable non-confidential photos and videos to help buyers compare available options.
Coordinated production and follow-up: Most regular custom orders below 1,000 rolls require approximately 7–10 working days after payment and artwork approval. Larger quantities and special constructions need a separate schedule. EST checks printing, dimensions, winding and tamper performance, then provides shipment tracking and repeat-order support.
Planning a custom project? Contact EcoSecurityTape for free samples, preliminary artwork and a tailored quotation. Explore our Online Product Catalog for related security packaging.
Email: info@ecosecuritytape.com
WhatsApp: +1 615 480 2757
FAQs About VOID Tape
To help businesses make informed decisions about tamper-evident packaging, here are answers to the most common questions buyers have about security VOID tape.
Q1: What does “VOID” mean on security tape?
“VOID” is the visible message that appears when the tape is removed. Depending on the tape type, the message may stay on the package surface, remain on the tape film, or show a partial-transfer effect. Common messages include VOID, OPENVOID, OPENED, or custom security text. This makes it easier to identify whether a package, carton, bag, envelope, or label has been opened.
Q2: Can I customize the logo, text, or QR code on VOID tape?
Yes. EcoSecurityTape can support custom logo printing, warning text, numbers, barcodes, QR codes, and different language designs based on customer artwork.
For many custom orders, the logo or pattern is engraved on a copper printing plate before production to help keep the printing clear and consistent during bulk manufacturing.
Q3: What material does EcoSecurityTape use for VOID tape?
EcoSecurityTape uses eco-friendly biodegradable PE material for VOID tape production. The material is designed to meet environmental requirements in EU markets, and our VOID tape has been exported to many European countries.
If you have specific material, adhesive, or market requirements, our team can help confirm the suitable option before production.
Q4: What surfaces can VOID tape be used on?
VOID tape is commonly used on cartons, courier bags, envelopes, plastic packaging, labels, security bags, product boxes, and other clean packaging surfaces. It is not recommended for wet, dusty, oily, rough, or silicone-coated surfaces. We recommend testing samples on your actual packaging surface before placing a bulk order.
Q5: Can I get samples before placing a bulk order?
Yes. Sample testing is recommended before mass production. It helps buyers confirm adhesive strength, release effect, VOID message clarity, printing quality, and surface compatibility.
Contact EcoSecurityTape with your application surface, tape size, custom printing needs, and order quantity, and we can help recommend a suitable VOID tape solution.
Conclusion
Security VOID tape helps buyers identify signs of opening during storage, shipping and handover. Choosing a suitable Tamper Evident solution means matching the adhesive, transfer type and printing to the actual packaging surface and handling process.
EcoSecurityTape supports custom VOID tape orders starting from 100 rolls, with free preliminary artwork, suitable stock samples and international delivery support. Testing samples on your cartons, bags or equipment before bulk production helps confirm adhesion and the required OPEN VOID effect.
Planning a custom project? Send us your tape width, roll length, quantity, application surface, printing requirements and delivery destination for a tailored quotation.
Request free stock samples—you only cover courier costs—or view and download our online product catalog to explore related security packaging.
Email: info@ecosecuritytape.com
WhatsApp: +1 615 480 2757
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