It constitutes a pressure-sensitive tape designed for office use. It is made out of a pressure-sensitive adhesive applied on a backing substance, such as polypropylene, a thermoplastic polymer (which becomes malleable above a particular temperature and solidifies when cooled). Packing tapes are often bi-axially orientated, which means that a PP film is stretched to the machine and across, increasing both the strength and clarity of the film. The structure also facilitates the automated and manual application of the packing tape.

As it is a thermoplastic polymer, it can work at both high and low temperatures. Not all manufacturers publish tensile strength data, but industrial quality packing tape should be able to withstand longitudinal pressures of approximately 27 pounds per inch and transverse pressures of 44 pounds per inch.

Its robust structure and strong tensile strength make it an excellent material for packing and labeling. It is also resistant to abrasion, dampness, and some chemical solvents. It is simple to coat, print, and laminate, making it suitable for the production of personalized packaging tape. The material also has low elongation (around 150% on average) and is burst-resistant, making it easy to slit. The typical application temperature range for 30 microns of standard thickness.

BOPP packaging tape has a temperature range of 35 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit and an operating temperature range of 20 to 150 degrees Fahrenheit.The tape is cut to a width of 12 mm (about half an inch).Similar to Bopp tape. , have the same features, but the inner core is plastic instead of paper, and the inside diameter of the tape is 1 inch. Often available in packs of 12..