INX International Ink Leaders Analyze Raw Material Concerns

Securing raw materials has been increasingly challenging for ink manufacturers. Some key materials, most notably photoinitiators and pigments, have become scarce due to more stringent environmental regulations, and when these ingredients are available, prices are rising.   As a result, ink companies are facing a difficult challenge. Due to regulatory concerns in areas such as food packaging, some inks cannot be reformulated. Acquiring the necessary materials is critical, but at what cost is just...