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High chroma and clean bluish-red shade with excellent batch-to-batch color consistency.
Optimized for high-speed gravure and flexographic printing on flexible packaging substrates.
Good thermal stability up to 180 °C, suitable for heat-sealing and lamination processes.
Low extractables and compliant with global food-contact regulations (EU, FDA, and Swiss Ordinance).
Excellent dispersibility in solvent-based and low-VOC ink systems without requiring extended milling.
Flexible packaging inks for snack, confectionery, and dairy product laminates.
Label inks for pressure-sensitive and wet-glue paper and film labels.
Publication gravure inks for high-gloss magazine and catalog printing.
Decorative overprint varnishes requiring vivid red transparency and gloss retention.
Industrial coding and marking inks for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone derivative (high-performance organic pigment) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing, dust-free granules |
| Appearance | Deep bluish-red powder with uniform particle size distribution |
| Primary Applications | Gravure and flexographic inks for flexible packaging and labels |
| Key Features | High tinctorial strength, excellent lightfastness (ISO 105-B02: 7–8), good solvent resistance |
| Benefits | Reduced ink formulation viscosity, improved press stability, and enhanced print gloss |
| Regulatory Compliance | FDA 21 CFR §178.3297, EU Directive 2002/72/EC, Swiss Ordinance RS 817.023.21 |
| Storage Conditions | Store in original sealed container at 5–30 °C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
Q1: What is the primary application field for Hostaprint Carmine HF4C 34 VP5292?
A: This pigment is specifically developed for high-performance gravure and flexographic printing inks used on packaging substrates, including coated papers, films, and laminates—particularly where vibrant red hues and excellent gloss retention are required.
Q2: Is Hostaprint Carmine HF4C 34 VP5292 suitable for food-contact packaging applications?
A: It is designed to meet regulatory expectations for indirect food contact in printing inks, subject to final formulation compliance. Users must verify suitability against applicable regional regulations and perform full system-level migration testing as part of their due diligence.
Q3: How does this pigment perform in terms of heat stability and press runnability?
A: Hostaprint Carmine HF4C 34 VP5292 demonstrates robust thermal stability suitable for standard web printing processes, including high-speed gravure operations. Its optimized particle size distribution and surface treatment support good dispersion stability and low plate buildup under extended press runs.
Q4: What types of ink vehicles is this pigment compatible with?
A: It is formulated for compatibility with common nitrocellulose-based, acrylic, and polyamide resin systems used in solvent-borne gravure and flexo inks. Performance in water-based or UV-curable systems requires preliminary compatibility and stability evaluation.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range when incorporating this pigment into printing inks?
A: Dosage depends on the desired shade strength and substrate opacity, but it is generally used at low concentrations—typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in the finished ink formulation.
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