Description
12mm Hot Melt Glue Sticks 5kg – Industrial General Purpose (Clear or Tan)
12mm hot melt glue sticks in 5kg bulk packs are a fast-setting industrial hot melt glue designed for packaging lines, carton sealing, woodworking and assembly. With strong initial tack and consistent flow, these professional glue sticks bond cardboard, paper, wood, textiles and light plastics, making them ideal for warehouses, workshops and production environments.
Available in Clear for a clean, discreet finish or Tan for industrial carton sealing, supplied in a 5kg bulk pack, they are ideal for high-volume packaging operations, workshops, warehouses, and production environments.
What are 12mm hot melt glue sticks used for?
- Packaging & carton sealing
- Warehouse operations
- Woodworking
- Product assembly
| Type | Best For | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| General Purpose | Packaging, wood | Medium |
| High Temp | Heavy duty | High |
| Low Temp | Foam, delicate | Low |
✅ Key Benefits
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Strong bond on cardboard, paper, wood, textiles & light plastics
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Fast tack for efficient high-volume packaging
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Clear or Tan options to suit application & finish
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Fits all standard 12mm hot melt glue guns
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FDA compliant for food packaging contact
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Excellent flow characteristics for smooth application
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Industrial-quality consistency
🏗 Typical Applications
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Carton sealing & packaging lines
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Woodworking & furniture assembly
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Textile & fabric bonding
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Display & POS assembly
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General workshop repairs
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Warehousing & logistics operations
📦 Product Specifications
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Pack Size: 5kg (approx. 170 sticks)
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Stick Diameter: 12mm
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Stick Length: 300mm
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Colour Options: Clear or Tan
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Open Time: 10–15 seconds (varies with temperature & substrate)
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Softening Point: Approx. 85°C
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Application Temperature: 180–195°C
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FDA Food Contact: Yes (Section 175.105 compliant)
🛠 How to Use
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Insert glue stick into a preheated glue gun (180–195°C)
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Apply adhesive directly to the surface
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Press materials together immediately
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Allow 10–15 seconds for full bond strength
✅ Application Tips:
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For porous surfaces (cardboard, fabric) → best tack achieved
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For smooth plastics → lightly roughen the surface for stronger adhesion
✅ Why Choose Our Hot Melt Glue Sticks?
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✅ Industrial quality – trusted by UK packaging companies
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✅ Bulk 5kg pack – cost-effective for workshops & warehouses
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✅ Fast UK dispatch – same-day shipping available on early orders
⭐ Customer Reviews
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“Great glue sticks – we use them for carton sealing on our line, no blockages or issues.”
– Packaging Buyer
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“Strong bond on cardboard and clear finish. Would buy again.”
– Furniture Workshop
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these glue sticks standard 12mm?
Yes, suitable for most 12mm glue guns.
What are these hot melt glue sticks used for?
Packaging, woodworking, displays, repairs, carton sealing and assembly.
Are they suitable for cardboard boxes?
Yes, ideal for packaging and carton sealing.
Clear or tan glue sticks: which should I choose?
Clear for discreet bonds, tan for carton/industrial use.
