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Water-based & UV Ink Manufacturer
FDA & REACH compliant printing solutions for global packaging.
Why Leading Printers Choose StarColor?
Reliable quality and sustainable innovation for the global printing industry.
Eco-Friendly Formulations
All inks comply with global VOC regulations and international environmental standards, meeting ROHS, REACH, FDA, and VOC requirements.
Lab-Backed Customization
Our expert R&D team develops tailored water-based and UV ink formulations to match your substrates, press conditions, and performance.
Stable Supply Chain
With in-house production and global logistics support, we ensure fast lead times and reliable ink delivery to over 20 countries worldwide.
Strict Quality Control
Each batch undergoes five rigorous QC procedures, from raw material inspection to final ink testing, to ensure consistency and compliance.
About Star Color
Leading Eco-Friendly Printing Ink Manufacturer in China
Star Color: Your Strategic Partner in Sustainable Printing
Based in Huizhou, Guangdong, we are an integrated manufacturer dedicated to the R&D of eco-friendly ink technology. We specialize in:
- Water-based & UV Inks: Engineered for high-speed printing and precision.
- Certified Safety: FDA-approved and REACH-compliant for food packaging.
- Tailored Solutions: Providing comprehensive support for sanitary and high-standard packaging industries.
Request Your Ink Samples Today
You can leave us a message and we will provide you with high quality ink samples.
Mobile/WeChat/Whatsapp:+86 18011968332
Printing Applications & Effects
Real-world results showcasing our ink's superior clarity and adhesion.
Our Partners
They are also using StarColor water-based ink
Ahmed R.
Quality Director, Packaging Group
"StarColor’s FDA-certified water-based inks are our gold standard. Their consistency in food-grade safety has been flawless for 3+ years."
Siti Aminah
Technical Manager, Printing Firm
"The R&D team at StarColor is exceptional. They developed a custom UV ink formula for our unique substrates in just 7 days."
Kofi B.
Procurement Lead, Global Labels
"Reliable global supply and fast lead times. They've become our most trusted partner for high-volume exports to Africa."
Online Estimation & Inquiry
Instantly calculate your printing costs and send us your specific requirements.
Water-Based Ink Price Calculator V6.0
Enter your printing conditions, system automatically calculates CMYK four-color and special performance prices
Estimation Guide
Please fill in the printing parameters on the left, then click "Calculate Full Quote" to get detailed prices.
- ✓ Select printing process and substrate type
- ✓ Set food-grade certification and heat resistance requirements
- ✓ Adjust anilox roll LPI and printing speed
- ✓ Click button to get CMYK four-color prices
* Auto-calculates optimal formula and pricing.
Why Choose StarColor Ink?
- ✓ FDA, REACH & ROHS compliant inks
- ✓ Custom formulations for your specific needs
- ✓ Fast sample delivery (3-5 business days)
- ✓ ISO International Quality Standards Compliance
- ✓ Competitive pricing with volume discounts
Contact Information
Email : eva@starcolor-ink.com
Phone/WhatsApp : +86 18011968332
Our Customization Process
Need a specific color or special performance (heat-resistant, anti-blocking)?
Our Huizhou R&D lab delivers precision formulas in just 7 working days.
Submit Requirements
Send us your substrate (film/paper) and target color sample (Pantone/Lab).
Online form or WhatsApp
R&D Formula Design
Our engineers in Huizhou analyze and design the optimal formula.
Matching your printing speed & temperature
Lab Testing
Printing test on our machines to ensure adhesion and color fastness.
Video report sent to you
Delivery & Mass Prod
Fast sample delivery (3-5 days). Ready for bulk order upon approval.
Factory direct pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What kind of company is StarColor?
StarColor is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of water-based inks, UV inks, and specialty inks (thermochromic inks, medical indicator inks). We are committed to providing safe, environmentally friendly, low-VOC printing solutions for food packaging, flexographic printing, and gravure printing industries.
2. Do you have FDA/REACH certifications?
Yes. StarColor inks comply with US FDA food contact standards, have passed the EU REACH SVHC 253 substances test, and meet RoHS environmental requirements with VOC emissions less than 1%.
3. Where is your factory located? What is your production capacity?
Our factory is located in Huizhou, Guangdong, China, with an annual production capacity of 6,000 tons, ensuring stable supply for both domestic and international bulk orders.
4. Is your ink safe and environmentally friendly?
Yes, it is very safe and eco-friendly. Our water-based flexo ink has VOC emissions less than 1%, is odorless, non-flammable, non-explosive, and harmless to human health. It meets food-grade non-migratory requirements and is safe for direct food contact once fully dried.
5. Can you customize colors or formulations?
Yes. We support custom formulation development based on customer requirements for color, performance (heat resistance, scratch resistance, water resistance, etc.). Formula adjustments are typically completed within 3–7 days.
6. Do you provide free samples for testing?
Yes. We provide a free 1kg sample for customer testing. The customer is only responsible for the shipping cost. Technical support is also available to assist with on-machine validation.
7. Which printing methods are your inks suitable for?
StarColor inks are mainly suitable for flexographic printing and gravure printing, with excellent performance in narrow web flexo printing under high-speed and high-line-count conditions.
8. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
The MOQ for water-based inks and UV inks is 20 kg. For specialty inks (such as thermochromic inks and medical indicator inks), we support a minimum order of 1 kg to meet small-batch R&D or special application needs.