Orgasol^® Powder in Ink and Overprint Varnishes:
  Surface Properties Improvement

Ink manufacturers have noticed growing sales in the packaging inkjet market, for which specific surface properties are essential. Using the right additive in overprint varnishes (OPV) and ink is critical.

Orgasol^® powder, used at low levels, is an exceptional additive to achieve a combination of different ink and OPV properties:

• Gloss level control
• Lubricity
• Scratch and rub resistance
• Texture

Adding Orgasol^® powder results in an anti-blocking effect and a decrease in the coefficient of friction.

The benefits of using Orgasol^® powder in inks are also well known to the magazine and films markets.

Orgasol^® powder is easily dispersed in acrylics, especially those used by ink manufacturers. Orgasol^® powder can be used in solvent based, water based, or 100% solid UV cured formulations.

Recommended grades:  Orgasol® 2001 UD NAT1 and Orgasol® 2001 UD NAT2

If you need further information on Orgasol^® powder properties in ink and OPVs, please feel free to contact us or download the “Industrial Coating Technical Brochure.”