History of the Hang Tab

Hang tabs are an overlooked but powerful tool for your in-store product marketing that you can add today. However, here at Do-It Corporation, our hang tabs haven’t always looked like this, and it’s taken trial and error over the years to get to where we are today with effective hang tab options.

In this month’s blog, we’re discussing the history of the hang tab, changes, and progression into how we got to the hang tabs we have today.

Where it All Started

Back in the early days, hang tabs were simple solutions made with limited materials. They were often just pieces of cardboard or thin plastic glued or taped onto packages, which shows an early attempt to solve the display problem for products that couldn’t stand up or stack on shelves.

These designs worked in theory, but they lacked consistency, durability, and scalability for retail environments. As retail displays became more sophisticated, so did the demand for a more secure, tamper-resistant hanging option. That’s when Do-It Corporation began developing a full range of hang tabs built for performance and versatility.

Inventions and Improvements

Over the years, here at Do-It Corporation we’ve introduced stronger adhesive formulations, more durable plastic materials, and a variety of tab shapes to fit different product weights and packaging types. From slot hole designs to hook hang tabs, every version we’ve released is tested for retail use.

We also began offering clear, nearly invisible hang tabs to preserve packaging design while still making items hangable. As sustainability grew in importance, so did our line of recyclable hang tabs and display-enhancing options like carry handles and bottle neck hang tabs. You can browse our full lineup here.

Where are Hang Tabs Now

Hang tabs are more than just a tool of convenience for shoppers, but they’re optimized now to lift your entire brand. Whether you’re launching a new item, trying to increase your shelf presence, or updating your packaging, modern hang tabs can help you with that

At Do-It Corporation, we’ve led the way by making hang tabs more versatile, cost-effective, and easy to apply. Visit our website and contact us today so we can help you find the perfect hang tab for your products!