Global Ink Solvents Market Size By Product (Conventional, Green Bio-Based), By Chemistry Type (Alcohol, Hydrocarbon, Acetate), By Process Type (Gravure, Flexographic), By Application (Flexible packaging, Publication, Corrugated Cardboard & Folding Cartons), By End-User (Paints & Coatings, Construction), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Ink Solvents Market Size And Forecast

Ink Solvents Market size was valued at USD 813.96 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1172.68 Million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.67% during the forecasted period 2024 to 2031.

The expansion of the packaging printing industry is driving the demand for ink solvents. Significant growth in the printing industry in developed countries, as well as an increase in the use of environmentally friendly inks, are driving the demand. The use of ink solvents in the textile industry is also driving growth. In addition, the technological advancements of bio-based solvents are also playing a major role in driving the market growth. The Global Ink Solvents Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Ink Solvents Market Definition

Ink solvents are specifically formulated chemicals used for printing that control viscosity and allow flow without causing damage to printing rollers. Ink solvents are widely used in consumer, agricultural, and domestic printing. The most common solvents used in the manufacture of inks are n-propyl acetate, ethyl acetate, isopropanol, and methylated spirits. They are well-known for their high efficiency, low cost, non-coating properties, and rapid evaporation rate. As a result, these are the significant factors that are positively influencing the global Ink Solvents Market. Ink solvents have exceptional properties such as strong flow, solvency, dilutability, solvent consistency, extraordinary shine, and good surface appearance.

Global Ink Solvents Market Overview

The bio-based Ink Solvents Market is being driven by low VOC emissions from inks and a rise in demand for ink solvents in a variety of industries. The packaging market is rapidly expanding, and as a result, printing has gained a strong foothold in the global ink sector. The use of solvent-based inks in ads and textile applications has boosted the demand for ink solvents. Excellent printing accuracy, image stability, and adaptability in printing on any substrate are driving demand in the printing inks industry, resulting in the expansion of the Ink Solvents Market. Furthermore, technological advancements and the introduction of bio-based solvents have resulted in the substitution of conventional solvents. The increase in demand for bio-based inks is expected to fuel the Ink Solvents Market.

Crude oil price swings influence the costs of raw materials such as aromatics, ketones, esters, and alcohol, which are used to make ink solvents that can restrain the growth of the market. Furthermore, the rising demand for long-lasting, flexible, and fast-drying inks for industrial printing, newspapers, packaging, corrugated cardboards, and consumer-specific printing is expected to drive the market. Also, the printing industry’s need for high-quality, environmentally friendly inks is expected to provide lucrative opportunities to the market in the near future.

Global Ink Solvents MarketSegmentation Analysis

The market is segmented on the basis of Product, Chemistry Type, Process Type, Application, End-User, And Geography.

Ink Solvents Market, By Product

• Conventional
• Green bio-based

Based on Product, the market is segmented into Conventional, Green bio-based.

Ink Solvents Market, By Chemistry Type

• Alcohol
• Hydrocarbon
• Acetate
• Others

Based on Chemistry Type, the market is segmented into Alcohol, Hydrocarbon, Acetate, and Others which include Ethers & Esters.

Ink Solvents Market, By Process Type

• Gravure
• Flexographic
• Others

Based on Process Type, the market is segmented into Gravure, Flexographic, and Others. The flexographic segment is expected to account for the strongest share of the global Ink Solvents Market. Flexographic scanning is commonly used for printing fibres, metallic films, cellophane, and other smooth substrates used in a variety of packaging applications. It’s also ideal for wide-format printing and high-quality printing.

Ink Solvents Market, By Application

• Flexible packaging
• Publication
• Corrugated cardboard & folding cartons
• Others

Based on Application, the market is segmented into Flexible packaging, Publication, Corrugated cardboard & folding cartons, and Others.

Ink Solvents Market, By End-User

• Paints & coatings
• Construction
• Others

Based on End-User, the market is segmented into Paints & coatings, Construction, and Others.

Ink Solvents Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the world

On the basis of Geography, the market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. North America is expected to lead the global Ink Solvents Market, followed by Europe. The market in North America is expanding rapidly as a result of an increase in mergers and acquisitions among existing players for ink solvent product offerings.

Key Players

The “Global Ink Solvents Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market including some of the major players such as BASF SE, Arkema S.A., Dow Chemical Company, Celanese Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, Ashland Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Solvay AG, OMNOVA Solutions, INEOS AG and Royal Dutch Shell.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

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