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Solvent-based inks are pigment inks that incorporate volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including hydrocarbons, alcohols, ketones, esters, and others. These inks are both waterproof and ultraviolet (UV) resistant. Known for their cost-effectiveness, they are suitable for printing on flexible, uncoated vinyl substrates. These substrates are commonly employed in the production of billboards, vehicle graphics, 3D printed objects, banners, and adhesive decals.
The primary categories within the solvent-based printing inks market include cellulose inks, epoxy inks, vinyl inks, vinyl-acrylic inks, and polyurethane inks. Epoxy inks, characterized by thermosetting resins that form tight cross-linked polymer structures, are particularly noteworthy. Various printing technologies, such as lithographic, gravure, flexographic, screen-printing, letterpress, digital, and others, are employed for these inks. The diverse applications encompass labels and packaging, commercial printing, publication, and various other applications.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have affected the solvent based printing inks market by increasing costs of imported solvents, pigments, and specialty resins. These impacts are most visible in Asia Pacific and Europe where printing supply chains are global. Higher tariffs have influenced ink pricing and margins. However, tariffs have encouraged domestic ink production and greater localization of raw material sourcing.
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The solvent-based printing inks market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $12.11 billion in 2025 to $12.56 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of advertising industry, expansion of packaging sector, affordability of solvent inks, outdoor signage demand, printing technology advancement.
The solvent-based printing inks market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.04 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in packaging printing, demand for specialty graphics, expansion of commercial printing, innovation in ink formulations, durability requirements. Major trends in the forecast period include continued use in outdoor advertising, growing demand for high durability prints, expansion in packaging applications, preference for fast drying ink systems, use in flexible substrate printing.
The increasing adoption of additive manufacturing is expected to drive the growth of the solvent-based printing inks market going forward. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, involves the layer-by-layer creation of three-dimensional objects using specialized materials. Its adoption is rising as industries expand the use of 3D printing for prototyping, customized designs, tooling, and the production of functional components in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and consumer goods. Solvent-based printing inks support this shift by offering improved material deposition, strong adhesion, and compatibility with advanced 3D printing formulations. For example, in February 2024, the U.S. Census Bureau, a U.S.-based federal statistical agency, reported that U.S. manufacturers recorded $4.9 billion in additive manufacturing shipments in 2022, reflecting the continued rise in demand for 3D printing materials through 2023-2024. Therefore, the increasing use of additive manufacturing is contributing to the growth of the solvent-based printing inks market.
Major companies in the solvent-based printing ink market are developing innovative technologies such as thermal inkjet inks to improve printing accuracy, speed, and compatibility across a variety of substrates. Thermal inkjet inks are specially formulated liquids designed for printers that use heat to generate microscopic droplets, enabling high-resolution, fast printing on multiple surfaces. For instance, in May 2024, Marabu Ink, a Germany-based manufacturer of printing inks and liquid coatings, introduced several advanced inks, such as UltraJet DUV-CP for digital container printing and the BPA-free UltraGlass LEDGF for glass decoration. These innovations enhance printing quality and speed while supporting sustainability goals by eliminating harmful substances like BPA, ensuring compliance with international safety standards and suitability for diverse applications.
In March 2025, Sudarshan Chemical Industries Ltd., an India-based pigment manufacturer, acquired Heubach Group for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Sudarshan to strengthen its global presence and expand its pigment product portfolio by integrating technological expertise and international manufacturing capabilities. Heubach Group, based in Germany, is a specialty pigment and colorant manufacturer that provides a wide range of high-quality pigments and color solutions for applications in coatings, plastics, inks, and related industrial sectors.
Major companies operating in the solvent-based printing inks market are DIC Corporation, Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co. Ltd., Sakata INX Corporation, Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA, Huber Group, T&K Toka Co. Ltd., Tokyo Printing Ink Mfg. Co. Ltd., Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co. Ltd., Wikoff Color Corporation, Royal Dutch Printing Ink Factories Van Son, Doneck Euroflex S.A., Cinkarna Celje d.d., Yansefu Inks and Coatings Pvt. Ltd., Mirage Inks Co. Ltd., Golden Dyechem, ALTANA AG, Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, Epple Druckfarben AG, SICPA Holding SA, Flint Group Holdings Limited
Western Europe was the largest region in the solvent-based printing inks market in 2025. Asia Pacific was the second-largest region in the solvent-based printing inks market report. The regions covered in the solvent-based printing inks market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the solvent-based printing inks market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The solvent-based inks market consists of the sales of hard solvent inks, and eco-solvent inks. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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