Can BOPP tape be easily torn by hand or does it require a dispenser?

BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) tape is a type of packaging tape commonly used for sealing boxes and packages. Whether BOPP tape can be torn by hand or requires a dispenser depends on its specific thickness and adhesive strength.
Standard BOPP tape, which is commonly used in everyday packaging applications, is generally thin and has a moderate adhesive strength. This type of BOPP tape can typically be torn by hand without much difficulty. The edges of the tape can be lifted, and you can tear it along the perforations or by pulling it apart.
However, some heavy-duty or industrial-grade BOPP tapes are thicker and have stronger adhesives for more demanding applications. These tapes may not tear as easily by hand and might require the use of a tape dispenser or cutting tool to get clean, precise cuts.
Using a tape dispenser not only helps in cutting the tape more neatly but also makes the process more efficient, especially when dealing with large quantities of packages.
If you are unsure about the tearability of a specific BOPP tape, you can try tearing a small piece by hand to test its strength.