Question 1

What Kind of Glue Do They Use on Envelopes?

Accepted Answer

Considering the fact that you are referring to envelopes that have gumming strips that activate only after the application of a moistener. These use glue that is made up of gum arabic. The product comes from the hardened sap of different kinds of acacia trees. The trees originate from northwestern India and West Africa. It is edible for humans.  However, it is not a great practice to use saliva as a moistener for the envelopes. If you are not able to do away with it you can use water as a moistener with the help of a sponge. It often happens that the security tinted envelopes are used for mailing computer checks, manual business checks, or personal checks. You may unknowingly damage them by your actions.

Question 2

Is the Glue on Envelopes Toxic?

Accepted Answer

The envelopes’ glue is non-toxic in nature. It uses materials for the formulation of the glue that do not have any ill effects on the body of human beings. The taste however is very unpleasant and is somewhat less hygienic. The adhesion of such glues tends to wear off with time and is not completely reliable.  While you plan to share any information with your employees say QuickBooks payroll checks, or with your vendors say QuickBooks voucher checks, it is better to use #10 security tinted envelopes that have a much better adhesion quality.

Question 3

Does Envelope Glue Have Latex?

Accepted Answer

Latex has been found in many of the envelopes’ glues and can trigger allergies. This is a prime example of the fact that dictates against the prolonged practice of using saliva to seal the envelopes. Such a practice is non-sterile and may not be appreciated by everyone in your office.  For example, if you are in the accounts department and every check that you issue be it custom business checks or manual business checks with logo, you use saliva to seal the envelope that you put them in. This can be an awful thing to watch for many people. It is better to stop such an act immediately and use a moistener instead to ensure the custom checks’ fast release.

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