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Gravure Ink for Corrugated Cartons

Gravure Ink for Corrugated Cartons

This carton gravure printing ink adopts environmentally friendly formula, used for milk carton printing, is a well-known water-based ink manufacturer in Huizhou star color specially produced for carton printing. The color is bright, the overprinting effect is good, and there is no odor after printing, which meets the national environmental protection standards.


Weight Package Unit-Price
5kg 1 bucket $ 6.**
20kg 1 drum $ 6.**
>100kg >20 barrels $ 5.**

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Product Introduction


Huizhou StarColor, a renowned manufacturer of water-based inks, presents its premium carton gravure printing ink. Specially formulated for carton and milk carton printing, this environmentally friendly ink has successfully passed ROHS 2.0 certification, ensuring compliance with stringent national environmental standards.

This ink delivers exceptional performance with its bright, vibrant colors, excellent overprinting capabilities, and high gloss finish. Its strong hiding power ensures consistent, high-quality results. A key advantage is its odorless nature after printing, making it a safe and pleasant choice for food packaging applications.

As a dedicated environmental gravure ink for carton printing, it is perfectly suited for gravure printing machines and is an ideal solution for printing enterprises transitioning from solvent-based to water-based systems.

Product parameters

Item Specification
Product Type Water-Based Ink
Series SCGV3000 Series
Model SCGV3000-105
Brand StarColor
Formula Acrylic Resin, Pigment, Water, Environmental Protection Additives
Usage Corrugated Paper, Carton Printing
Color Customized (Pantone Matching)
Fineness ≤10μm
Printing Method Gravure Printing, Copperplate Printing
Printing Speed 80-200 m/min
Safety Non-combustible, Non-toxic
VOCs Emissions ≤10%
Environmental Standards VOC, CNAS
Packaging 5KG / 20KG / 100KG / 200KG / Drum
Manufacturer Huizhou StarColor

 

Why Choose Our Gravure Ink for Corrugated Cartons

Huizhou StarColor's SC3000 Series water-based gravure ink delivers high-performance carton printing with strict environmental compliance. Engineered for gravure machines, it balances print excellence with operational efficiency.

Superior Print Quality

Stable performance at 80-200m/min with vibrant Pantone-matched colors, excellent overprinting, and high gloss finish. ≤10μm fineness ensures sharp registration on corrugated paper and cartons.

Eco-Friendly & Safe

ROHS 2.0, REACH 211 certified with ≤10% VOC emissions. Non-toxic, odorless formula safe for food packaging like milk cartons and snack boxes.

Durable Performance

Strong adhesion resists fading under refrigeration or freezing. Abrasion-resistant for reliable transport and stacking.

Operational Efficiency

Minimizes plate clogging with flexible 5-200KG packaging. Backed by StarColor's 20+ years of technical support.

 

Printing Applications

Colorful corrugated fruit carton printed with StarColor water-based ink

Vibrant Gravure Printing for Fruit Packaging

High-gloss beer packaging box printed with SC3000 gravure ink

Durable Ink Solutions for Beverage Cartons

Blueberry corrugated carton with vibrant, abrasion-resistant printing

Freshness-Focused Printing for Berry Boxes

 

Customization Service Process

From your specific machine parameters to food-grade compliance, we craft the perfect SC6000 ink formula for you.

1 Consultation for food-grade printing ink requirements and technical specifications.

Requirement Consultation

Specify your substrate, machine speed, and safety standards like FDA or REACH.

2 Custom color matching and viscosity adjustment for water-based gravure ink.

Formula & Matching

Lab matches your Pantone/Sample, adjusting viscosity and pH for your high-speed flexo line.

3 Laboratory quality testing for FDA and REACH compliance of food-safe inks.

Testing & Verification

Internal tests for adhesion, abrasion resistance, and weatherability.

4 High-speed flexographic printing trial and technical support for industrial production.

Trial Run & Feedback

Run customized batches on your line with our remote or on-site technical support.

5 Mass production and global logistics of StarColor eco-friendly inks

Production & Delivery

Mass production with batch consistency in 5kg/20kg drums, shipped from Huizhou factory.

 

Manufacturing Excellence

Strict control from raw materials to delivery, ensuring every drop of ink meets international standards.

Raw Material Warehouse

Premium Raw Materials

Strict selection of high-quality raw materials

Production Workshop

Production

Fully enclosed automated grinding

Quality Control

Quality Control

Batch sampling and testing

Finished Goods Warehouse

Finished Goods

Temperature-controlled storage

Shipping & Logistics

Shipping

Efficient logistics and on-time delivery

 

Technical Guidelines & Operating Instructions

Follow these recommendations to achieve optimal printing results and ink performance.

Core Process Parameters

  • Standard Viscosity: 20-30 seconds (Zahn 4# cup)
  • pH Control: 8.5 - 9.5
  • Substrate Requirement: Surface Tension ≥ 38 dyne

Operating Recommendations

Dilution Ratio:

Suggested water addition is less than 10%, depending on ambient temperature and humidity.

Anilox Roller:

Recommended 400-600 line screen for optimal ink transfer.

Drying Temperature:

Set dryer between 60℃-80℃

Machine Stoppage:

If stopped for more than 30 minutes, flush the ink path thoroughly with water.

Important Warning: Do not over-reduce with water. Excessive water addition will cause viscosity breakdown and adhesion failure. For drying speed adjustments, please consult technical support for specialized additives.

 

FAQ for SCGV3000 Gravure Ink

Q1. Is this ink suitable for food packaging like milk cartons and fruit boxes?

A: Yes, absolutely. Our SCGV3000 Series is a water-based gravure ink that is non-toxic, odorless, and non-combustible. It complies with ROHS 2.0 , making it a safe choice for direct and indirect food contact packaging, including milk cartons, berry punnets, and fresh produce boxes.

Q2. Can this ink withstand cold storage or freezing environments?

A: Yes. This ink is specifically formulated with excellent low-temperature resistance. It is designed to resist fading, cracking, or peeling even when the cartons are stored in refrigerated or quick-frozen conditions, making it ideal for cold-chain logistics packaging.

Q3. What is the recommended viscosity for this ink?

A: For optimal printing results on corrugated cartons, we recommend adjusting the viscosity to 18–25 seconds (measured with a Zahn Cup #3 or #4, depending on temperature). It can be easily diluted with clean water or a water-alcohol mixture to achieve the desired flow.

Q4. Can you match specific brand colors?

A: Yes, we offer custom color matching services. We can formulate the ink according to your specific Pantone (PMS) color codes to ensure brand consistency across your packaging. We also provide high-gloss and high-hiding power options to make your colors pop on brown kraft paper.

Q5. What are the packaging options and shelf life?

A: The ink is available in various sizes to suit your production scale, including 5KG, 20KG, 100KG, and 200KG plastic drums. The shelf life is typically 12 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and freezing temperatures.


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Our engineers are ready to help you optimize your ink viscosity, pH control, and adhesion for high-speed flexo presses. Tell us about your substrate, and we'll provide a tailored quote within 24 hours.

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