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4236

***Discontinued*** TearStrip

Discontinued 4236 is a 3.4 mil, TPP tear strip for consumer products such as detergent cartons and padded shipping envelopes. The rubber adhesive system exhibits excellent shear resistance with good tack on a variety of corrugated and solid board surfaces. Also, this tape conforms to FDA requirements for indirect food contact.

Product Properties Related Information Custom Quote

Converting Services

At Budnick, we specialize in custom converting these materials into labor saving, user-friendly parts.

Backing/Carrier TPP - Tensilized Polypropylene
Adhesive Rubber
Thickness 3.4 Mils
Tensile 98.80 lbs/in
Elongation 42.50%
Adhesive Activation Pressure
Adhesion (unwind) 38.9 oz/in
Min. Application Temp 40° F
Min. Service Temp 0° F
Max Short-Term Temp
Max Long-Term Temp

Product Features

  • Conforms to FDA requirements for indirect food contact
  • Excellent shear resistance
  • Quick, smooth unwind at high speeds
  • Tough edge strengths
  • Aggressive adhesive
  • Good tack on corrugated and solid board surfaces
  • Replaces heat activated systems that are energy consuming
  • Easy to install in production line with dispenser
  • Good tear propagation resistance

Adhesive Tape Applications

  • Tear strip for detergent and consumer cartons
  • For use on padded shipping envelopes, express delivery and courier envelopes
  • Used on light to medium weight corrugated cartons and boxes

Adhesive Tape Colors

  • Red
  • White

Data provided by Budnick Converting, Inc.

The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.

It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.

Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.

Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.