Highly optimized for gravure and flexographic printing inks requiring intense black shade and excellent jetness.
Outstanding dispersibility in solvent-based and nitrocellulose-based ink systems without requiring extended milling.
Superior lightfastness and weather resistance, meeting stringent durability requirements for outdoor applications.
Low volatile organic compound (VOC) contribution, supporting formulation compliance with modern environmental regulations.
Consistent batch-to-batch color performance and rheological behavior, ensuring reliable press stability and reproducibility.
Flexible packaging inks for food and non-food laminates.
Publication gravure inks for high-speed newspaper and magazine printing.
Label and tag inks for pressure-sensitive and wet-glue applications.
Industrial coding and marking inks for pharmaceutical and consumer goods packaging.
Security and specialty inks requiring high optical density and low haze.
| Chemical Type | Carbon black pigment, surface-oxidized |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Black granular powder |
| Primary Applications | Gravure and flexographic printing inks |
| Key Features | High jetness, low dusting, excellent dispersion stability |
| Benefits | Reduced ink viscosity, improved print gloss, enhanced substrate adhesion |
| Storage Conditions | Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area; protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
| Regulatory Compliance | REACH registered; compliant with EU Directive 2009/148/EC (as applicable to carbon blacks) |
Q1: What is the primary application field for Hostaprint Black L 34 VP5300?
A: Hostaprint Black L 34 VP5300 is specifically engineered for high-performance gravure and flexographic printing inks used on flexible packaging substrates, including polyolefins, polyester, and metallized films.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact packaging applications?
A: Yes — Hostaprint Black L 34 VP5300 is designed to meet stringent regulatory expectations for food-contact inks. It complies with major global frameworks for indirect food contact, and full regulatory documentation is available upon request from Clariant’s technical support team.
Q3: How does this pigment perform in low-viscosity, fast-drying ink systems?
A: The VP5300 grade features optimized surface treatment for excellent dispersion stability and rheological compatibility in solvent-based and alcohol-compatible low-viscosity ink formulations, supporting high-speed printing without settling or nozzle clogging.
Q4: What is the recommended dosage range in printing ink formulations?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired optical density, but it is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in finished ink systems — to achieve deep black shades with strong tinting strength and minimal impact on ink flow properties.
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