UV Ink for PVC Films

Name: UV Ink for PVC Films
Brand: StarColor Ink
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (10 reviews)

StarColor® UV Ink for PVC Films is specifically engineered to solve the adhesion and durability challenges commonly faced when printing on PVC surfaces. Whether you're working with rigid PVC boards, flexible PVC films, or soft vinyl materials, this ink system ensures reliable bonding and vivid print results.

Formulated with high-purity pigments and advanced UV-curable polymers, it offers excellent chemical resistance, abrasion durability, and outdoor stability — even under exposure to alcohols, detergents, or plasticizers. With fast-curing performance on both LED and mercury UV systems, it enables efficient high-speed production while maintaining print precision and vibrant color saturation.

Trusted by manufacturers of PVC labels, ID cards, shrink sleeves, signage, and industrial packaging, StarColor® UV Ink enhances print quality while minimizing production downtime. Custom formulations are available to meet specific regulatory, migration, or substrate requirements.

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Product Introduction

StarColor® UV Ink for PVC Films is a high-performance UV-curable ink system specially formulated to meet the demanding requirements of printing on both rigid and flexible PVC substrates. PVC materials present unique challenges such as plasticizer migration, low surface energy, and thermal sensitivity. Our UV ink addresses these with a customized resin system that ensures excellent surface wetting, deep ink anchorage, and superior flexibility after curing.

This ink offers instant curing under both traditional mercury and modern LED UV lamps, enabling high-speed production lines to run efficiently without sacrificing print quality. Whether you're printing on PVC labels, ID cards, packaging films, or advertising signage, StarColor® UV Ink delivers vibrant color density, strong mechanical durability, and long-term resistance to chemicals and outdoor exposure.

Optimized for screen, flexographic, and gravure printing systems, this ink provides universal compatibility and consistent performance across various production setups. It is also available in low-odor and low-migration versions for applications requiring regulatory compliance and food packaging safety.

Key Features

Strong Adhesion on PVC
Specially formulated to bond effectively with both rigid and soft PVC surfaces.
Instant UV Curing
Achieves full cure within seconds under standard UV lamps, ensuring fast production.
High Scratch and Chemical Resistance
Durable ink film resists abrasion, alcohol, detergents, and plasticizers.
Flexible Film Integrity
Maintains ink integrity during bending or thermoforming of PVC.
Vibrant Color Gamut
High-density pigments offer bright, bold, and consistent colors.
Low Odor & Low Migration Options
Available in low-odor and low-migration versions for sensitive applications.

Technical Specifications

Property	Value
Curing System	UV LED or Mercury UV
Viscosity (25°C)	300–700 cps (adjustable)
Surface Tension	Optimized for PVC substrate wetting
Colors Available	CMYK + White + Spot Colors
Shelf Life	12 months
Printing Method	Flexo / Screen / Gravure
Recommended Substrates	Rigid PVC, Soft PVC, PVC foam sheets

Applications

PVC Labels & Stickers
PVC Packaging Films
Smart Cards & Bank Cards
PVC Signage
Shrink Sleeves
Promotional PVC Materials

Regulatory & Compliance

All StarColor® UV inks comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations including:

RoHS Directive
REACH Regulation
Low VOC & BPA-Free formulations available upon request

Packaging & Supply

Packaging Sizes: 1kg, 5kg, 20kg buckets
MOQ: Flexible for OEM / ODM orders
Shipping: Global export with stable lead time and documentation support

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will UV ink adhere well to flexible PVC without cracking?
Yes. StarColor® UV Ink for PVC Films is formulated with high-flexibility resins that allow the cured ink film to bend and stretch with flexible PVC materials. This prevents cracking or delamination even during die-cutting, folding, or thermoforming.

2. Can this UV ink resist plasticizer migration from PVC substrates?
Absolutely. Our ink system includes plasticizer-resistant binders and adhesion promoters that minimize the risk of ink film softening, lifting, or discoloration caused by plasticizer migration, which is a common issue in PVC printing.

3. Is this ink suitable for food packaging or low-migration applications?
Yes. We offer a low-migration version of this UV ink that complies with major food packaging standards. It is recommended for indirect food contact packaging and is produced under GMP conditions with controlled raw materials.