Overwrap

An overwrap or wrap is a method of sealing a contained product, typically as part of retail packaging.

An overwrap can be used for several purposes or functions: Shrink wrap is a material made up of polymer plastic film.

Plastic films, usually polyethylene or polypropylene, can be wrapped around an item and attached with adhesive, PSA tape, or heat seals.

Wraps can be either exclusively for visual appeal (decoration) or be protective in nature but encompass a decorative element such as a printed design.Kraft paper and a variety of other papers can be used to overwrap items in a package or to overwrap a package.

Some papers also have grease resistance or are saturated with volatile corrosion inhibitors, etc.