sealing tape

Box-closing adhesive ribbon

Sealing tape is adhesive tape used to close or secure packages, ducts, or joints.

Packing tape seals cardboard boxes for shipping.

Duct tape seals HVAC connections.

Plumber's tape (Teflon tape) seals threaded pipe fittings.

The common thread is creating an airtight or watertight closure: I wrapped the leaky pipe with sealing tape.

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roll · dispenser · cardboard · cardboard boxes · boxes · bubble wrap · shipping · shipping label · waterproof · airtight · strip · bond · secure · wrap · closure · tear · cling · packaging

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fastening/binding method

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Handheld package-opening tool

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G