GBS Adhesive Tape

What GBS Adhesive Tape does

GBS Adhesive Tape is a privately held Chinese industrial converter headquartered in Xiamen, Fujian, that manufactures and converts adhesive tapes, films, and custom die-cut components for global B2B customers. The company operates across the full converting value chain — coating, precision slitting, laminating, rotary and flat-bed die-cutting, and in-house testing — enabling it to deliver both standard tape products (high-temperature, thermal-conductive, electrical-insulation, foam, double-sided, lithium-battery tapes) and tailored die-cut components to specification. Its product portfolio also includes authorized distribution and conversion of branded materials from 3M, Bostik, tesa, Dupont Nomex, and Rogers Poron.

The company's go-to-market is enterprise field sales combined with a direct, multi-language e-commerce storefront supporting over 50 languages and a free-sample / 24-hour email inquiry funnel. It serves consumer electronics, LED lighting, automotive and EV (notably lithium battery assembly), electrical and power equipment, medical devices, aerospace, construction, and renewable energy manufacturers. Named enterprise logos include Tesla, Foxconn, and ABB, alongside brand-partner relationships with 3M, Bostik, and tesa. The company operates without disclosed external funding, subsidiaries, or public listing, and has been continuously active for over 20 years under the GBS Tape brand.

Name

GBS Adhesive Tape

Legal name

GBS Adhesive Tape

Website

https://gbstape.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

GBS Adhesive Tape is a China-based industrial converter that manufactures adhesive tapes, films, and custom die-cut components, serving electronics, automotive/EV, electrical, medical, and aerospace manufacturers globally through direct B2B sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Adhesive Tapes and Films

NAICS

Adhesive Manufacturing (325520), Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Paper Manufacturing (322)

SIC

Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes) (2670), Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470), Plastics Foam Products (3086)

akta.pro primary industry

Tapes, Labels & Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (IMAEAGAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Adhesives (Structural & Assembly) (IMAEAGAH), Paperboard Laminating & Coating (Extrusion/Film/Metallized) (IMAMAFAL)

Keywords

• Industrial adhesive tapes
• Precision die-cutting
• Thermal management tapes
• Electrical insulation materials
• Lithium battery tapes

Headquarters

HQ city

Xiamen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Adhesive Tape Products: Sale of industrial adhesive tape products including high temperature tapes, thermal conductive tapes, lithium battery tape, electrical insulation tapes, natural rubber adhesive tape, foam tapes & pads, 3M tapes, double side tapes, die cutting tapes, and film series. Revenue is generated through product sales, likely with custom die-cutting and processing services bundled.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

GBS Adhesive Tape manufactures and converts industrial adhesive tapes, films, and insulation materials — including high-temperature, thermal-conductive, electrical-insulation, lithium-battery, foam, and double-sided tapes — and supplies precision die-cut adhesive components for OEMs. Production capabilities span coating, precision slitting, laminating, die-cutting, and in-house testing, allowing the company to deliver customer-tailored finished components rather than raw rolls.

Product overview

GBS Adhesive Tape is an industrial die-cutting adhesive tape solution provider offering precision die-cut component parts and materials. The company operates as a converter and distributor, providing a comprehensive portfolio of adhesive tape products organized into main categories including High Temperature Tapes, Thermal Conductive Tapes, Lithium Battery Tape, Electrical Insulation Tapes, Natural Rubber Adhesive Tape, Foam Tapes & Pads, 3M Tapes, Double Side Tapes, Die Cutting Tapes, Film Series, and Other Industry Tapes. Key branded products include the Dupont Nomex 400 Series insulation papers (Nomex 410, 411, 414, 416LAM, 464LAM) for electrical insulation applications, 3M VHB Foam Tape Series (4910, 4941, 4611, 5952), and Rogers Poron Microcellular PU Foam Tape series. The company complements its product portfolio with manufacturing capabilities including Coating, Precision Slitting, Laminating, Die Cutting, and Testing Lab services. GBS serves diverse industries including Consumer Electronics, LED, Automotive, Medical, Aerospace, Construction, Renewable Energy, and Appliance & Housing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• High Temperature Tapes Adhesive tapes designed to withstand elevated temperatures for industrial masking, bonding, and insulation applications.
• Thermal Conductive Tapes Adhesive tapes with thermal conductivity properties for heat dissipation and management in electronic and industrial applications.
• Lithium Battery Tape Specialized tapes for lithium battery manufacturing, providing insulation, thermal management, and assembly solutions.
• Electrical Insulation Tapes Tapes designed to provide electrical insulation for transformers, motors, power cables, and other electrical equipment.
• Natural Rubber Adhesive Tape Tapes with natural rubber-based adhesive for general industrial bonding and mounting applications.
• Foam Tapes & Pads Foam-based adhesive tapes and pads for cushioning, sealing, gasketing, and vibration damping applications.
• 3M Tapes Distribution and conversion of 3M brand adhesive tapes including VHB foam tapes, double-sided tapes, and masking tapes.
• Double Side Tapes Adhesive tapes with coating on both sides for bonding two surfaces together in industrial applications.
• Die Cutting Tapes Precision die-cut adhesive tape components customized to specific shapes and dimensions for industrial applications.
• Film Series Specialized films including PTFE film tape, protective films, and polymer films for industrial applications.
• Dupont Nomex 410 Insulation Paper High-density aramid-reinforced cellulose insulation paper for transformers, motors, and power equipment; UL-94 V0 certified with 220°C long-term operating temperature.
• Dupont Nomex 400 Series Family of insulation papers including Nomex 410, 411, 414, 416LAM, and 464LAM, used for transformer, motor, power switch, PCB board, and lithium battery insulation.
• 3M VHB Foam Tape Series Very High Bonding (VHB) acrylic foam tapes including models 4910, 4941, 4611, 5952, and 4959, marketed as alternatives to rivets, welds, and screws for automotive, electronics, and industrial bonding.
• Rogers Poron Microcellular PU Foam Tape Microcellular polyurethane foam tapes from Rogers (series 4701-30, 4701-40, 4701-92) with low outgassing, non-fogging, and shock absorption for LCD, FPC fixing, and industrial gasketing applications.
• Kapton Polyimide Tape High-performance polyimide (Kapton) tape for high-temperature applications in electronics, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing.
• Coating Services Industrial coating services for applying adhesive coatings to various substrate materials.
• Laminating Services Laminating services to combine multiple material layers for enhanced performance characteristics.
• Rewinding/Slitting Services Precision slitting and rewinding services to convert bulk rolls into custom widths and lengths.
• Die-Cutting Services Precision die-cutting services, including rotary die-cutting, to create custom shapes and components from adhesive tape materials.
• Testing Lab Services In-house testing laboratory services for quality assurance and material performance verification.

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 3McoreTechnology or Integration3M is listed as a brand partner of GBS. GBS offers 3M branded tapes (3M Tapes product category) and processes/sells 3M adhesive tape products. The partnership appears to involve GBS distributing and converting 3M tape products with die-cutting services.
• BostikcoreTechnology or IntegrationBostik is listed as a brand partner of GBS. GBS offers Bostik adhesive products as part of their portfolio, indicating a supplier/brand partnership for adhesive materials.
• ABBminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerABB is listed as a partner/customer of GBS, indicating GBS supplies adhesive tape solutions for ABB's electrical and industrial applications.
• FoxconnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoxconn is listed as a partner/customer of GBS, indicating GBS supplies adhesive tape solutions for Foxconn's electronics manufacturing operations.
• TeslaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTesla is listed as a partner/customer of GBS, indicating GBS supplies adhesive tape solutions for Tesla's automotive and energy products.
• tesacoreTechnology or Integrationtesa is listed as a brand partner of GBS. GBS offers tesa branded tape products as part of their portfolio, indicating a supplier/brand partnership similar to the 3M and Bostik relationships.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lintec Corporation: Japanese manufacturer specializing in adhesive tapes, labels, and coated films. Comparable in product breadth, vertical integration (coating through converting), and end-market exposure in electronics and automotive.
• Rogers Corporation: US manufacturer of high-performance engineered materials including Poron microcellular foam (which GBS distributes). Directly competes in high-end foam tape and cushioning/gasketing applications for electronics and industrial customers.
• Shurtape Technologies: US-based manufacturer and converter of pressure-sensitive tapes serving industrial, packaging, and professional markets. Comparable in being a mid-sized tape specialist with custom converting capabilities rather than a pure raw material producer.
• Scapa Group: UK-based manufacturer of industrial adhesive tapes for healthcare, electronics, and industrial markets. Closely comparable in product mix, custom converting capabilities, and customer concentration in regulated verticals like medical devices.
• Nitto Denko: Japanese manufacturer of industrial tapes, including high-performance electronic and automotive adhesive tapes (similar to GBS's thermal conductive and lithium battery lines). Competes for the same EV battery and electronics OEM contracts globally.
• Intertape Polymer Group: North American manufacturer of industrial tapes and packaging products. Comparable as a mid-scale converter/distributor of pressure-sensitive tapes serving industrial customers across multiple verticals.
• tesa SE: German-based global manufacturer of industrial adhesive tapes. Tesa is both a direct competitor in tape manufacturing and a brand partner of GBS, making it a benchmark for product range, vertical capabilities, and customer overlap in automotive/electronics.

Broad incumbents

• Bostik (Arkema): Global adhesive manufacturer and GBS brand partner. Overlaps in industrial adhesive tape and sealant categories; broader portfolio spans construction, packaging, and consumer adhesives beyond GBS's tape focus.
• 3M Company: Diversified global manufacturer and the dominant player in industrial adhesive tapes (including the VHB line GBS distributes). Overlap with GBS spans the entire tape portfolio, though 3M's scale, R&D, and direct OEM relationships far exceed GBS's.
• Avery Dennison: Global manufacturer of pressure-sensitive labels and adhesive materials with significant presence in industrial tape applications. Comparable in coating/laminating capabilities and customer overlap in electronics and automotive, though larger and more diversified.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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