Safe & Compliant Food Packaging Inks
FDA/EU compliant low-migration solutions for flexible packaging, labels, and paperboard. High-performance water-based and UV inks with superior adhesion and low odor.
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Food packaging challenges? Weโve engineered the answers.
Migration & Safety Risks
Substances migrating from ink into food can cause health hazards.
Heat & Retort Resistance
Inks that fail after pasteurization or steam cooking.
Scuffing & Logistics Wear
Damaged barcodes or ink rub-off during transport.
Ink solutions by packaging type
Flexible Packaging
For PE, PET, BOPP films โ pouches, sachets, wrappers.
- Water-based flexo/gravure
- Solvent-based low migration
- Excellent bond & gas barrier
Labels & Sleeves
Pressure-sensitive, shrink sleeves for bottles/jars.
- UV Flexo inks (instant cure)
- High scratch resistance
- Low odor, food contact safe
Paperboard & Cartons
Cereal boxes, frozen food packs, fast-food wraps.
- Water-based flexo inks
- Bright colors, low VOC
- Mineral oil barrier options
โ Regulatory compliance & test reports
StarColor food packaging inks are manufactured under strict quality control and independently tested to meet global food safety standards. We provide full documentation upon request.
Low migration declaration: All applicable products are formulated with restricted substance compliance (no benzophenone, no ITX, low primary aromatic amines).
๐ Representative test reports available:
- Overall migration test (GB 4806.14-2023) - SC1000 series
- Food contact (FDA 21 CFR 175.300) - UV flexo inks
- VOC content report - water-based range
*Full test reports can be shared under NDA or directly to qualified customers.
๐ Success story: fries box leader
A well-known fast-food chain faced consumer complaints about ink migration and off-odors on their french fries cartons. StarColor switched them to food-grade water-based flexo inks (low migration series).
Result: 100% compliant with GB 4806.14-2023 + zero odor migration + vibrant print quality that enhances brand appeal.
๐ Food packaging printing best practices
Explore our technical resources to optimize ink performance, reduce waste, and ensure compliance on your production line.
Frequently asked questions
โ Are water-based inks safe for direct food contact?
Yes, our water-based food contact series complies with FDA 21 CFR 176.170 and EU 10/2011 for indirect & limited direct contact (depending on substrate). Always check the specific product TDS.
โ What does โlow migrationโ mean?
Low migration inks are formulated to minimize transfer of ink components through packaging into food. They use high-purity raw materials and are tested for overall & specific migration limits.
โ Can you provide migration test reports?
Absolutely. We provide test reports from independent labs for each relevant product family (e.g., WB-100, UV-800 series). Contact our technical support team.
โ Do your UV inks cause off-odor on food packaging?
Our UV flexo series uses low-migration photoinitiators, and post-cure process ensures negligible residual odor. Validated by sensory analysis for dry food applications.
Switch to sustainable, high-durability food packaging inks
Request a free sample kit, compliance documentation, or a technical consultation for your food packaging line.