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UV inkjet printing utilizes ultraviolet (UV) light to cure ink as it is applied to a substrate, ensuring rapid drying and durability. This technology allows for vibrant colors and is compatible with diverse materials such as plastics, glass, and metals. It finds extensive application in signage, packaging, labeling, and industrial printing due to its high-quality results and strong adhesion, as well as resistance to fading and abrasion.
There are two primary types of UV inkjet printing solid inkjet and liquid inkjet. Solid inkjet employs solid ink blocks melted into liquid form within the printer and ejected through nozzles onto paper or other substrates. This versatile technology spans commercial and household uses, serving various industries including advertising, packaging, textiles, automotive, manufacturing, and more.
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 uv inkjet printing market by increasing costs of imported print heads, electronic components, uv inks, and curing systems. These impacts are most evident in packaging, signage, and industrial printing segments across asia pacific and north america. Higher equipment and consumable costs have slowed adoption for small printers. Conversely, tariffs have encouraged local manufacturing of printers, regional ink production, and technological innovation, supporting long term competitiveness and supply chain resilience.
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The uv inkjet printing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $60.09 billion in 2025 to $66.05 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of digital printing solutions, demand for high quality graphics, expansion of advertising industry, adoption in commercial printing, advancements in uv curing technology.
The uv inkjet printing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $92.82 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing packaging customization, growth in e commerce labeling, demand for eco friendly inks, innovation in printer hardware, expansion of industrial printing applications. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of uv printing in packaging, rising demand for high durability printed graphics, expansion of uv inkjet printing in industrial applications, increasing use in signage and advertising, higher preference for fast curing printing technologies.
The rising demand in the packaging industry is expected to drive the growth of the UV inkjet printing market going forward. The packaging industry refers to the processes and technologies involved in designing, producing, and applying packaging materials and labels to products. Demand for UV inkjet printing in the packaging sector is increasing due to its ability to provide high-quality, versatile, and sustainable printing solutions that address the evolving needs of brand owners, converters, and consumers. UV inkjet printing enhances efficiency, quality, and sustainability while enabling brands to create appealing, functional packaging that aligns with modern consumer expectations. For instance, in September 2023, according to the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), a US-based trade group for reusable packaging, the global packaging market reached USD 1.1 trillion, and the market for reusable transport packaging (RTP) reached USD 107 billion. Therefore, the rising demand in the packaging industry is driving the growth of the UV inkjet printing market.
Major companies operating in the UV inkjet printing market focus on developing innovative technologies, such as robust technologies to enhance printing speed, quality, and versatility, while improving sustainability and reducing waste. Robust technologies refer to systems or solutions that are highly reliable, resilient, and capable of performing well under various conditions or challenges. For instance, in September 2023, Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd., a Japan-based printing technology company, launched the UJV100-160Plus and UCJV330-160. UCJV330-160 offers impressive speeds of up to 28 m2/h in a four-color configuration and 18 m2/h with white or clear inks, allowing for faster turnaround times on projects. This model incorporates advanced ink ejection technology that minimizes color irregularities, ensuring high-quality output even at high speeds.
In April 2023, Kyocera Corporation, a Japan-based ceramics and electronics manufacturer, acquired NIXKA S.A.S. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Kyocera aims to expand its digital printing business, drive innovation through synergies, and capitalize on the growing demand for custom, small-lot printing solutions, fostering growth in companies and the overall printing industry. NIXKA S.A.S. is a France-based producer of inkjet print engines and systems offering U.V. inkjet printing solutions.
Major companies operating in the uv inkjet printing market are HP Inc., Canon Inc., Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Mutoh Holdings Co. Ltd., Ricoh Company Ltd., Seiko Epson Corporation, Konica Minolta Inc., Xerox Holdings Corporation, Brother Industries Ltd., Toshiba Tec Corporation, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, Bobst Group SA, Agfa-Gevaert Group, Domino Printing Sciences plc, Roland DG Corporation, Electronics For Imaging Inc., Durst Group, Xaar plc, Phoseon Technology Inc., Inkcups Now Corporation, Kao Collins Inc., Squid Ink Manufacturing Inc.
North America was the largest region in the UV inkjet printing market in 2025. The regions covered in the uv inkjet printing market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the uv inkjet printing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The UV inkjet printing market consist revenues earned by entities by providing services such as signage printing, fine art and photography, interior decor, industrial printing, and label printing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The UV inkjet printing market also includes of sales of products including photographic prints, vehicle wraps, art and reproductions, and 3D objects. 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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