Inks & Toner
Waxes for the Ink, Printing and Toner Industries
Printing inks and toners use wax additives for specific properties like slip resistance and water resistance. Inks are classified as paste or liquid and can be oil-based, water-based, or energy-curable.
Raw materials include vehicles (resins, binders, solvents), colorants (pigments or dyes), and additives for various properties. Waxes are crucial additives providing physical attributes like resistance and slip control. Both natural and synthetic waxes are used in various forms in the ink industry. Waxes are essential for most inks, influencing properties like rub resistance and slip resistance.
