NON-CMR & PFAS-Free Inks
Zero Compromise
Kao Collins prioritizes safety with a forward-focused approach when formulating TIJ and DOD inks, and addressing potential risks before compliance becomes mandatory.
Delivering High-Performance Results
Our chemists meet the challenge of increasingly stringent regulations without sacrificing the quality and performance of TIJ and PIEZO formulations.
Fast Drying
High Optical Density
Extended Shelf Life
Superior Adhesion
Longer Decap
Abrasion Resistant
SIGMA Solvent Inks
SIGMA+
TSK3646
The next-generation solvent-based dye ink delivers superior performance on any surface.
- Extremely fast drying
- Improved adhesion for plastic films, UV coatings, metals, and more
- High optical density
- Suitable for a range of environmental conditions
Decap time: > 16 hours
Shelf life: (single/bulk) 2 yr/6 mo
- Colorant: Dye
- Compliance: EuPIU, REACH SVHC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
- Bulk Use: Contact Us
SIGMA Solvent Inks
SIGMA
TSK3182
Solvent-based ink with patented SIGMA technology for near limitless decap.
- Extremely long decap (> 64 hours)
- High Optical Density
- Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Decap time: > 64 hours
Shelf life: 24 mo
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SHVC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Flash Point: Recommended
SIGMA Solvent Inks
SIGMA2
TSK3560
SIGMA technology solvent-based ink with improved dry time, wetting, and adhesion.
- Long Decap
- Fast Drying
- Improved Adhesion
- Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Decap time: > 16 hours
Shelf life: 24 mo
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SHVC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Bulk Use: Contact Us
Aqueous Dye
RELIABLE H
TWK3280
Reliable H is an aqueous black ink for HP45a technology formulated to produce dark impressions on matte or glossy papers and chipboard-style substrates.
- Non-CMR, PFAS free
- Long decap
- Minimal maintenance
Decap time: > 1 hour
Shelf life: (single/bulk) 2yr/6mo
Fluid Base: Aqueous
Colorant: Dye
Bulk Use: Recommended
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SHVC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Aqueous Dye
ECOFAST
TWK3541
This aqueous black ink for HP45a technology is formulated to produce a fast-drying, smudge-free impression on porous and semi-porous media.
- Non-CMR, PFAS free
- Fast drying
- 1-year shelf life
Decap time: 1 hour
Colorant: Dye
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SHVC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Bulk Use: Recommended
Aqueous Dye-Pigment
PITCH BLACK
TWK3613
Aqueos dye-pigment formulation for very high optical density suitable for wood, lumber, corrugate, and other porous media
- Water-resistant
- Long Decap
- Fast dry time
Decap time: > 16 hours
Shelf life: (single/bulk) 2yr/6mo
Fluid base: Aqueous
Colorant: Dye-Pigment
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SVHC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Aqueous Dye-Pigment
Endurance Black
TWK3530
Endurance is an aqueous black ink for HP45a technology that produces a high-density impression suitable for bulk and high throughput applications.
- High-density impressions
- High throughput bulk applications
- Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Decap time: – 1 hr
Shelf life (single/bulk) 2 yr/6 mo
Fluid base: Aqueous
Colorant: Hybrid
Compliance: EuPIA, REACH SVHC, Non-CMR, PFAS Free
Disclaimer: All performance results are dependent on individual applications such as substrate, environment, orientation, speed, etc.
Substrates
Maximum Printability for Optimal Results
There’s not just one printing surface. Achieve reliable ink adhesion and consistent print results on porous or non-porous surfaces with our water-based and solvent-based inkjet inks designed for various materials.
- Plastics (PP, PET, PE, OPP, PVC)
- Corrugate
- Wood and lumber
- Coated stock
- Foil
- Rubber
- Glass
- Aqueous varnish coat
- Mill coat – matt, gloss, dull
- Newsprint
- Clay coated
Applications
Leading Ink Solutions for Leading Industries
Across various industries and applications print service providers and OEMs rely on our high-quality industrial inkjet inks for satisfying customer requirements.
- Non-contact food packaging*
- Pharmaceutical blister packaging
- Beverage packaging
- Direct mail
- Labeling
- Construction
*Conduct third-party testing to ensure ink migration prevention confirms compliance with regulatory standards and guarantees product safety.
Custom Solutions
Our Chemists, Your Printing Challenge
Overcome printing obstacles with customized ink formulations.
Connect with our chemists about custom solutions.
