Solvent Based Flexo Inks

Flexible packaging solutions with high adhesion, excellent printability and strong solvent-resistant coatings — ideal for films, laminates and multi-layer packaging

Overview :

DIC solvent-based flexo inks are formulated for flexible packaging applications on a wide variety of film substrates (BOPP, PET, PE, PP, and laminates). With low-viscosity, high strength ink systems — developed by DIC / Sun Chemical — these inks deliver excellent print quality, reliable bonding, and compatibility for both surface and lamination printing.

Key Benefits:

• Low-viscosity & high-strength ink systems ensure stable ink flow and sharp prints even at high-speed production lines.
• Excellent bond strength for both surface printing and lamination applications — ideal for packaging films.
• Broad substrate compatibility: BOPP, PE, PET, treated films, laminated multi-layer structures.
• Good resistance to smearing, solvents, oils, fats, and moisture — suitable for food, snack, and FMCG packaging.
• Optimized for solvent-free or solvent lamination adhesives, giving flexibility to converters.

APPLICATION AREAS

Solvent-Based Flexo Inks from DIC are suitable for:

• Flexible packaging (snack, food pouches, coffee, dairy, etc.)
• Multi-layer laminated films
• Shrink sleeves & wraps
• Stand-up pouches & sachets
• Retail packaging for FMCG, personal care & consumer goods
• Laminated outer layers for printed film packaging

Product Series / Available Products

Below are some of the solvent-based flexo ink series offered by DIC / Sun Chemical. Each series is designed to meet specific substrate, lamination, and application demands. The corresponding Technical Data Sheet (TDS) is available upon request.

• Solimax EL

General-purpose solvent-based ink for PE extrusion and adhesive lamination on BOPP, PET, and treated films. Offers good bond strength, low viscosity, and is suitable for HD flexo printing.

• GPL / Unolam

High-pigment, low-viscosity ink system for reverse printing and lamination. Suitable for OPP, PE, PET, and high-speed printing applications.

• Polytone Plus

Designed for hygiene and sensitive packaging (baby care, personal care). Formulated for treated LDPE films with high pigment stability and minimal bleed or migration.

• DaiOl

For surface printing on polyolefin films. Provides resistance to water, milk, fat, deep-freeze, and heat, making it suitable for oil, dairy-related packaging, and frozen food pouches.

• Pinnacle Plus / Corona Hitone

High-gloss or high-strength inks for premium film packaging such as carry bags and retail packaging. Offers good transparency, gloss, and solvent resistance.

Technical Guidance & Important Notes

• Solvent-based inks require proper substrate treatment (e.g. corona / surface tension treatment) to ensure adhesion, especially on BOPP / PE / PET films.
• For laminations (single or multi layer), ensure compatibility of solvent-based inks with adhesives and lamination process to avoid delamination.
• For food or sensitive products (snacks, oils, dairy), always validate migration, barrier properties, and external regulatory compliance.
• Consult DIC local technical team for optimum ink viscosity, drying/ curing conditions, and lamination specifications.