Latex Ink Market Report 2026

The latex ink market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $20.36 billion in 2025 to $21.35 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in signage advertising, expansion of digital printing equipment, demand for weather resistant inks, rising indoor decorative printing, replacement of solvent inks.

The latex ink market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $25.1 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainability regulations, growth in packaging graphics, demand for fast turnaround printing, expansion of retail branding, advancements in inkjet technology. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of water based printing solutions, increasing demand for outdoor durable inks, expansion of large format digital printing, rising use of latex inks for flexible substrates, focus on low odor and fast curing inks.

The rising packaging industry is expected to propel the growth of the latex ink market going forward. The packaging industry involves the design, production, and distribution of packaging materials and products used to contain, protect, and present goods. Its growth is driven by increasing consumer demand, the expansion of e-commerce, urbanization, shifting demographics, and the need for brand differentiation and marketing. Latex ink is widely used in this sector because it meets diverse application needs while delivering high-quality printing results and adhering to regulatory requirements. For instance, in December 2023, according to OEM Magazine, a US-based publication on industrial manufacturing, the food sector accounted for the largest share of packaging machinery shipments in 2022 - representing 43% and generating approximately $4.3 billion in shipment value, with a projected rise to nearly $5.6 billion by 2027. Therefore, the rising packaging industry is driving the growth of the latex ink market.

Major companies operating in the latex ink market are focusing on developing innovative technological solutions, such as the HP Latex 630 printer series, to meet increasing demand for high-quality and durable prints. A latex printer is a digital printing device that uses latex-based ink formulations suitable for various substrates, including paper, vinyl, and fabric. For instance, in September 2023, Hewlett-Packard Development Company LP, a US-based information technology company, launched the HP Latex 630 printer series, expanding its Latex lineup and introducing white ink technology accessible to Print Service Providers (PSPs) of all sizes. This new series enables users to produce impactful signage and décor with vibrant colors and high image quality. Additional features include lower curing temperatures, an expanded color space, anti-scratch cartridges, automated maintenance, and user-replaceable printheads, offering businesses an affordable and effective way to enter new markets and enhance customer engagement.

In September 2023, Durst Group, an Italy-based manufacturer of photographic printing equipment, acquired Aleph SrL for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Durst Group’s product portfolio and strengthen its presence in sustainable digital printing technologies, particularly in water-based solutions for textile and interior/exterior décor applications. Aleph SrL is an Italy-based manufacturer specializing in advanced direct-to-fabric and direct-to-paper inkjet printers and inks for the textile industry.

Major companies operating in the latex ink market are HP Inc., Canon Inc., Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Seiko Epson Corporation, Ricoh Company Ltd., Agfa-Gevaert N.V., Sun Chemical Corporation, INX International Ink Co., Mimaki Engineering Co. Ltd., Roland DG Corporation, Durst Group, Mutoh Industries Ltd., Nazdar Company, Marabu GmbH & Co. KG, Bordeaux Digital PrintInk Ltd., InkTec Co. Ltd., Sensient Technologies Corporation, Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co. Ltd., Sakata INX Corporation, DIC Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the latex ink market in 2025. The regions covered in the latex ink market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the latex ink market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The latex ink market consists of sales of UV-curable latex ink, eco-solvent latex ink, thermal latex ink, dye-based latex ink, latex resin ink, and flexible latex ink. 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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