Solvent-Based Inks Market Report 2026

The solvent-based inks market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $9.28 billion in 2025 to $9.74 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 commercial printing industry, expansion of packaging sector, demand for durable printed materials, widespread use in flexographic printing, established solvent ink formulations.

The solvent-based inks market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.47 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of flexible packaging demand, increasing industrial labeling needs, advancements in ink formulation chemistry, rising demand for high speed printing, expansion of global packaging trade. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for high durability printing solutions, rising use in flexible packaging applications, expansion of industrial and commercial printing, increasing preference for fast drying ink technologies, higher consumption in label and packaging printing.

The increasing printed advertising spending is expected to propel the growth of the solvent-based inks market going forward. Print advertising spending refers to the cost of advertising in national and local newspapers, magazines, and business publications. This spending is rising because print media enables advertisers to target specific demographics and niche audiences with precision while helping build brand awareness through consistent exposure. Solvent-based inks support this trend by offering strong resistance to fading and deterioration, ensuring print advertisements retain their visual clarity and impact over long periods. They are also compatible with high-speed printing equipment, enabling efficient and cost-effective production of large volumes of printed materials. For example, in June 2024, Thinkbox, a UK-based marketing body, reported that print advertising generated $7.95 (£6.36) in profit for every pound spent in 2023, outperforming linear TV and audio. Although print accounts for only 3.3% of total advertising expenditure, it contributes 4.8% of total profit. Therefore, rising printed advertising spending is driving the growth of the solvent-based inks market.

Major companies in the solvent-based inks market are focusing on introducing innovative solutions, such as food-safe ink series, to comply with regulatory requirements and meet growing demand for safe, high-performance packaging. A food-safe ink series consists of specially formulated printing inks that are non-toxic and suitable for direct or indirect contact with food packaging. For instance, in August 2023, Hubergroup, a Germany-based printing ink producer specializing in food packaging applications, launched three new solvent-based ink series for the Asian market: Gecko Platinum Plus, Gecko Platinum NT, and Gecko Gold. Gecko Platinum Plus and Gecko Platinum NT are polyurethane (PU)-based, while Gecko Gold is a hybrid vinyl-based series. All three are formulated without toluene and offer a wide color gamut, long run lengths, excellent print quality, and compliance with food-safety standards - making them ideal for flexible packaging, sustainable printing, and high-performance food packaging across Asia.

In May 2025, INX International Ink Co., a US-based inks and coatings manufacturer, acquired Galaxy Inks & Coatings Australia Pty Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition supports INX’s strategy to expand its presence in Oceania, strengthen customer service capabilities, and accelerate growth in the region. Galaxy Inks And Coatings Australia is an Australia-based company specializing in packaging inks and advanced inkjet solutions, offering services such as color matching, supply-chain management, and technical support.

Major companies operating in the solvent-based inks market are Sun Chemical Corporation, Flint Group, Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA, Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co. Ltd., Sakata INX Corporation, Huber Group Holding SE, SICPA Holding SA, Tokyo Printing Ink Mfg. Co. Ltd., Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co. Ltd., Wikoff Color Corporation, Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, Eptanova S.R.L., Lawter Inc., T&K TOKA Corporation, Nazdar Company, Marabu GmbH & Co. KG, RUCOINX Druckfarben A/S, Van Son Liquids, Brancher S.p.A., Siegwerk India Pvt. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the solvent-based inks market in 2025. It is expected to be the fastest growing region in the market. The regions covered in the solvent-based inks market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the solvent-based inks market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The solvent-based inks market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as color reproduction, color matching and customization, and strong adhesion. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The solvent-based inks market also includes sales of alcohol-based inks, ester-based inks, ketone-based inks and toluene-based inks. 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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