Security tape and labels are often used to detect tampering while a shipping carton is in transit or storage. Pilferage can occur after the carton sealing tape is slit on a carton seam, then re-sealed with clear packing tape. To the un-trained eye, this technique can be difficult to detect prior to signing the bill of lading to accept the goods.
Like conventional security labels, these seals have a tamper evident construction; if the pilfer-guard is removed, it will leave the message "OPENED" in the seal and on the carton.

Also, each label has a unique serial number for added security, which can be recorded on the packing list or bill of lading.
However, these seals are unique by providing two methods to visibly detect this type of pilferage:
- A color change feature which reveals the word OPEN when the carton is cut and resealed with clear packing tape.

The pilfer-guard seals have a special chemical coating, which is activated by direct contact with adhesive in carton sealing tape.
If clear tape is placed over the "pilfer-guard" to re-seal the carton, the hidden word "OPEN" begins to appear about 2 hours late and is more prominent within 12 hours.
The 12-hour delay is typically enough time to activate the hidden security feature before the package is delivered or accepted. When the carton is presented with the word "OPEN" prominently showing, the recipient can inspect the contents immediately to confirm if a theft claim is needed, prior to accepting the shipment.
- The pilfer-guard seals also have diagonal lines to indicate pilfering. After slitting, opening, and resealing the carton flaps, the diagonal lines are difficult to re-align and/or there will be a small gap in the label which will separate the diagonal lines.
RED Pilfer Guard seals are available with express service.
For added security, include an imprint of your custom text and logo. Choose from 7 different background colors.
Or other custom options are available on request.
Instructions: Apply the labels to each carton seam which is vulnerable to slitting and pilfering.
Anti-Pilfering Security Seals
Stock Pilfer Guard Seals -- EXPRESS SERVICE
Red Pilfer Guard Seals, Roll of 100
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Stock Pilfer Guard Seals with Custom Imprint
For added security, add your custom text or logo in black ink to any of our stock pilfer guard seals:
Pricing: $100 set up/order + $.55/label
- NO minimum order quantity
- Artwork Prep for Logo/Graphic: $35 (one-time expense)
- Change over (for multiple label colors on same order): add $25 for each addtional color
- Ready to ship: 1 week
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Custom Pilfer Guard Seals
We can make any custom product -- custom colors, size, hidden tamper evident message, color-changing message, etc
Here are pricing guidelines using the basic stock configuration and stock inks:
Typical Order Specifications:
- 3 stock PMS inks for your custom text and logo
- 2 inks for color-change feature (changes from orange to yellow)
- stock hidden tamper evident pattern
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stock size: 3 inch x 6 inch
Pricing for above 'typical' order:
- Custom Printing Plates: $500 (one-time expense)
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Production Setup/order: $1000/order
- Finished Labels: $.55/label
- No minimum order quantity
Allow two weeks from proof approval.
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STOCK PRODUCT: Kathy Rea Sales & Customer Service 419-354-1427 ext 4212 krea@novavisioninc.com |
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CUSTOM PRODUCT: Brian Cramer Sales & Customer Service 419-354-1427 ext 4211 bcramer@novavisioninc.com |











