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Rotogravure printing inks are fluid inks characterized by very low viscosity, enabling them to be drawn into the engraved cells of the cylinder and subsequently transferred onto the substrate. To dry the ink and eliminate solvents or water content, the paper is passed through gas- or electric-fired dryers, a process that effectively reduces solvent levels. By the time the paper reaches the subsequent printing station on the press, the ink will have dried. Overprinting with wet inks can result in smearing and smudging, necessitating this drying process. High-volume air dryers are typically installed after each printing station.
The primary types of rotogravure printing ink include nitrocellulose, polyamide, polyurethane, and acrylic variants. Nitrocellulose serves as a resinous film-forming component in flexographic, gravure, and screen-printing inks and lacquers. These inks encompass technologies such as solvent-based and water-based systems, utilized across packaging, publication, product, and promotional applications.
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The rotogravure printing ink market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.69 billion in 2024 to $4.99 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to packaging industry growth, increased print quality requirements, popularity in flexible packaging, growth in publication printing, advancements in ink formulations, preference for high-volume printing.
The rotogravure printing ink market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.71 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to globalization of consumer goods, flexible packaging dominance, rising pharmaceutical packaging needs, evolving consumer preferences, digital transformation in printing. Major trends in the forecast period include rise of digital printing technologies, technological advancements in printing equipment, focus on fast-drying inks, innovation in specialty inks, adoption of renewable and bio-based materials, focus on high-quality printing.
The increasing demand for food packaging is anticipated to drive the growth of the rotogravure printing ink market in the future. Safe food packaging indicates that acceptable printing ink materials are produced and utilized, and there is a growing customer awareness and expectation regarding environmental concerns. Rotogravure printing inks are known for their durability, cost-effectiveness, and high quality, making them suitable for food packaging applications. For instance, in October 2022, a report by The Bag N Box Man Ltd, a UK-based company, revealed that over half of UK adults (58%) were willing to pay extra for eco-friendly packaging, with nearly 1 in 4 (29%) willing to spend more than 11% above the product price for sustainable packaging. Therefore, the rise in demand for food packaging is fueling the growth of the rotogravure printing ink market.
The expansion of the e-commerce industry is projected to drive the growth of the rotogravure printing ink market in the future. E-commerce involves the buying and selling of goods and services over the Internet. Rotogravure printing inks used in e-commerce offer high-resolution printable images and can produce up to 14 meters of film per second, making the printing process extremely fast and efficient. For instance, in April 2024, the European Commission, a Belgium-based institution responsible for proposing legislation and implementing decisions, reported that among individuals aged 16 to 74 surveyed, 92% had used the internet in the past year, with 70% making purchases, reflecting a 2% increase from 2022. Furthermore, 75% of EU internet users bought items online in 2023, underscoring the ongoing growth of e-commerce. Therefore, the expansion of the e-commerce industry is significantly contributing to the growth of the rotogravure printing ink market.
Major companies in the rotogravure printing ink market are adopting Sustainable Print Quality (SPQ) technology to integrate rotogravure printing, aiming to reduce environmental impact by minimizing ink and solvent usage while enhancing print quality. SPQ technology encompasses innovative printing practices and methodologies designed to improve the quality of printed materials while lessening their environmental footprint. For instance, in November 2023, Sudpack Verpackungen GmbH & Co, a Germany-based company, expanded its SPQ technology to include rotogravure printing, promoting resource efficiency in packaging production. This technology significantly decreases ink and solvent consumption by standardizing the color palette from ten colors to seven, resulting in an estimated 36.5% reduction in ink usage for standard print orders.
Major players in the rotogravure printing ink market are intensifying their focus on the introduction of innovative inks as a strategic approach to gain a competitive advantage. Innovative inks encompass advanced formulations of printing inks that incorporate novel technologies, materials, or features to deliver enhanced performance. A notable example is Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based company, which in May 2022, launched the innovative NC ink series specifically designed for gravure and flexo printing on various flexible packaging materials. These inks are engineered to meet the industry's performance and sustainability criteria, representing Siegwerk's latest generation of NC inks produced at their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This ensures uniform quality and precise color reproduction, showcasing the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of ink technology.
In a strategic move in April 2022, Siemens Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA, another Germany-based company, acquired La Sorgente Spafor for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA expanded its packaging printer portfolio and solidified its presence in the Italian market. La Sorgente Spafor, based in Italy, specializes in manufacturing printing and writing inks. This acquisition reflects Siegwerk's strategic efforts to enhance its product offerings and strengthen its market position, leveraging the expertise and capabilities of La Sorgente Spafor in the ink manufacturing sector.
Major companies operating in the rotogravure printing ink market are DIC Corporation, Flint Group, Fujifilm Sericol India Private Limited, Hubergroup Deutschland GmbH, Yansefu Inks and Coatings Pvt. Ltd., Royal Dutch Printing Ink Factories Van Son B.V., Sakata Inx Corporation, Siegwerk Druckfarben AG And Co. KGaA, Sun Chemical Corporation, T&K Toka Co. Ltd., Tokyo Printing Ink Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co Ltd., Wikoff Color Corporation, Mitsu Inks Pvt. Ltd, Chemicoat Co Ltd., Worldtex Speciality Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., VirBandhu Industries, Technocrafts India Pvt. Ltd., Shivasakhti Printing Inc., Macmixu Coating And Chemicals Private Limited, INX International Ink Co., SICPA Holding SA, Marabu GmbH & Co. KG, Nutec Digital Ink LLC, BASF SE, Clariant AG, Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Dow Inc., Seiko Epson America corp.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the rotogravure printing ink market in 2024. The regions covered in the rotogravure printing ink market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the rotogravure printing ink market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The rotogravure printing ink market consists of sales of rotogravure printing inks that are used for flexible packaging, commercial printing, and publishing. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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