Resealable Tape Strips for Laminated Packaging & Barrier Bags

What are resealable tape strips and which types of packaging are they most commonly used for?

Resealable tape strips, also known as pressure-sensitive reclosure tape, are adhesive strips designed to allow a package to be opened and closed multiple times without losing adhesion. They are used across a wide range of packaging types, including:

• Snack food bags
• Powdered product pouches
• Pet food bags
• Poly mailers and e-commerce packaging
• Medical and laboratory bags
• Industrial parts bags
• Apparel bags

Their primary advantage is providing reclosure convenience, product freshness, and tamper-evident functionality without requiring zippers or costly mechanical components.

What is coffee bag tape and why is it important for keeping coffee fresh?

Coffee bag tape, also known as resealable tape strips, is an adhesive closure applied to coffee pouches to create a reusable, seal after opening. It helps prevent oxygen exposure, moisture penetration, and aroma loss; three factors that rapidly degrade whole-bean and ground coffee quality.

High-quality resealable tape for coffee bags helps maintain flavor, extend shelf life, and improve the customer’s unboxing experience. Coffee roasters use it as a cost-effective alternative to zippers and tin tie seals, especially on gusseted bags, block-bottom bags, and side-seal pouches.

How do you apply resealable tape strips to coffee bags during packaging?

Applying coffee bag resealable tape is simple and can be done manually or with automated packaging equipment. The application process typically includes:

• Fill the coffee bag with beans or grounds
• Remove the air and flatten the top panels
• Affixing the resealable tape strip across the top edge using pressure
• Fold the bag top over the tape strip to create the initial seal
   

Most roasters prefer pressure-sensitive resealable coffee tape because it sticks instantly, requires no heat sealing, and provides a clean, professional reseal for customers.

Can resealable tape strips be applied to any type of bag or packaging material?

Yes, resealable tape adheres to a wide range of flexible packaging materials, including:

• Polyethylene (PE) bags
• Polypropylene (PP) bags
• Laminated films
• Mylar bags
• Kraft paper bags with a smooth finish
• E-commerce mailers
• Industrial poly bags
   

Because the tape bonds instantly with light pressure, packagers and manufacturers use it on flat bags, gusseted bags, wicketed bags, mailers, and product pouches. It is a universal solution for adding reseal functionality without redesigning the packaging structure.

How many uses can you get out of resealable tape strips on coffee bags?

High-quality coffee bag tape typically provides 15–25 reseals, depending on:

• Bag material
• Coffee oils present on the surface
• Storage conditions
• Frequency of opening
   

Premium reusable tape strips for coffee bags maintain strong adhesion over repeated use, ensuring the bag stays tightly closed and the coffee stays fresh. Many roasters prefer tape closures because they offer more flexibility and durability than built-in zippers

Are coffee bag tape strips compatible with all types of coffee bags?

Yes, resealable tape strips for coffee packaging are designed to work with nearly all coffee bag materials, including:

• Kraft paper coffee bags
• Foil-lined coffee bags
• Multi-layer laminated pouches
• Gusseted and block-bottom bags
• Matte or gloss finish bags

Because the adhesive bonds securely to smooth and lightly textured surfaces, coffee bag resealable tape is a universal closure option. It is especially popular with roasters who use heat-seal-only bags and want an added reseal feature without changing the bag design.

One thing to keep in mind is that using resealable tape on printed coffee bags is that the tape may remove some of the ink from the bag, which makes the resealable tape not have the kind of holding power that resealable tape that doesn't have ink stuck to it. That doesn't always happen, but it might.