The Difference Between Self-Seal and Peel-and-Seal Padded Envelopes
Self-seal vs peel-and-seal: which closure type is right for your padded envelopes.
The difference
Quick answer
Peel-and-seal is stronger, more tamper-evident, and the professional standard. Self-seal is slightly faster but less secure. For business and e-commerce use, always choose peel-and-seal. The price difference is minimal (1-2p per envelope) but the security difference is significant.
Security comparison
Provides clear evidence of tampering.
Less tamper-evident than peel-and-seal.
The security difference matters most for valuable contents.
More: seal security guide or quality guide.
Which to choose
Peel-and-seal for business, e-commerce, and valuable items. Self-seal only for very low-value, casual mailings where security is not a concern.
Peel-and-seal padded envelopes
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Peel-and-seal has a backing strip for permanent, tamper-evident closure. Self-seal has a fold-over flap.
Peel-and-seal is significantly more tamper-evident.
Only 1-2p per envelope more than self-seal.
Peel-and-seal is the professional standard.
You can, but it adds time and cost. Peel-and-seal is the better solution.
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