High chroma and clean pink shade with excellent batch-to-batch color consistency.
Optimized for water-based gravure and flexographic inks used in packaging printing.
Good dispersibility in aqueous systems without requiring high-shear pre-dispersion.
Excellent lightfastness and heat stability up to 160 °C for short-term processing.
Compliant with major global food-contact regulations including EU Plastics Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 and FDA 21 CFR §178.3298.
Flexible packaging inks for confectionery, snack, and dairy product wrappers.
Label printing inks on PE, PP, and coated paper substrates.
Corrugated board inks for retail-ready packaging.
Water-based overprint varnishes requiring transparent pink tinting.
| Chemical Type | Organic Pigment (Quinacridone derivative) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing, dust-reduced granular concentrate |
| Appearance | Uniform pink granules |
| Primary Applications | Water-based gravure and flexographic inks |
| Key Features | High tinctorial strength, low viscosity impact, non-bleeding |
| Benefits | Reduced ink formulation time, improved print definition, lower pigment loading required |
| Regulatory Status | EU REACH registered; compliant with GMP for food packaging inks |
Q1: What is the primary application field for Hostaprint Pink E 34 VP5294?
A: This pigment is specifically developed for use in solvent-based and water-based gravure and flexographic inks, particularly for high-quality packaging applications where vibrant pink shade consistency and excellent printability are required.
Q2: Is Hostaprint Pink E 34 VP5294 suitable for food packaging inks?
A: It is designed to meet regulatory expectations for indirect food contact applications when formulated into compliant ink systems; however, final compliance depends on the complete ink formulation, processing conditions, and applicable regional regulations — users must conduct full regulatory validation.
Q3: How does this pigment perform in terms of dispersion stability and rheology control?
A: Hostaprint Pink E 34 VP5294 exhibits good dispersibility in common ink vehicles and contributes to stable rheological behavior, supporting consistent jetting in high-speed printing processes and minimizing settling or viscosity drift during storage.
Q4: What is the recommended dosage range in ink formulations?
A: Dosage typically ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight, depending on the desired color strength, substrate, and ink system — optimization is recommended through small-scale trials to balance opacity, gloss, and print performance.
Q5: Does this pigment require special handling or stabilization additives?
A: Standard industrial pigment handling practices apply; no proprietary stabilizers are required, though compatibility with resin systems and dispersants should be verified during ink development to ensure optimal color development and long-term stability.
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