| Product Code: ETC6270652 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Bahrain import trend for liquid waterborne printing inks experienced a -4.7% growth rate from 2023 to 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.54% from 2020 to 2024. The decline in 2024 could be attributed to shifts in demand dynamics or changes in market stability affecting import momentum.
The liquid waterborne printing inks market in Bahrain is gaining traction, particularly in the packaging and printing industries, due to the increasing demand for environmentally friendly products. Waterborne inks are seen as a safer alternative to solvent-based inks, as they are less toxic and produce fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs). As environmental regulations become stricter and consumers demand sustainable products, the market for liquid waterborne printing inks is growing. Bahrains printing sector is adopting waterborne inks for their efficiency, vibrant colors, and reduced environmental impact, supporting the markets expansion.
The liquid waterborne printing inks market in Bahrain is expanding, driven by the growing demand for eco-friendly printing solutions. Waterborne inks, which use water as a solvent, are gaining popularity due to their lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and improved environmental performance. Industries such as packaging, textiles, and publishing are increasingly adopting waterborne inks to align with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements. Advancements in ink formulations are enhancing the performance and versatility of these inks, further boosting their adoption.
In Bahrain, the liquid waterborne printing inks market is hampered by slow adoption in traditional printing industries, which still prefer solvent-based inks due to familiarity and performance in high-speed settings. Waterborne inks require specialized equipment and curing processes, which smaller local printers may not afford. Additionally, limited government incentives for sustainable printing practices slow down the transition to eco-friendly ink alternatives.
The liquid waterborne printing inks market presents investment prospects in environmentally friendly and low-VOC ink solutions for packaging, textiles, and commercial printing. Developing high-performance waterborne inks compatible with various printing technologies can meet stringent environmental regulations and customer demand for sustainable products.
Industrial and environmental regulations in Bahrain promote the use of liquid waterborne printing inks due to their lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Government policies incentivize sustainable printing technologies and enforce safety standards.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Overview |
3.1 Bahrain Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Substrate, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for environmentally friendly printing inks |
4.2.2 Growth in the packaging industry in Bahrain |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in liquid waterborne printing inks formulation |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial setup costs for switching to waterborne inks |
4.3.2 Limited color options compared to solvent-based inks |
4.3.3 Challenges in achieving the same level of print quality as solvent-based inks |
5 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Trends |
6 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market, By Types |
6.1 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Flexography Inks, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Gravure Inks, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market, By Substrate |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Films, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Paperboard, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Manufacturing, 2021- 2031F |
7 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of printing companies in Bahrain using liquid waterborne inks |
8.2 Research and development investment in waterborne inks by key market players |
8.3 Adoption rate of waterborne inks in the packaging industry in Bahrain |
9 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Substrate, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Bahrain Liquid Waterborne Printing Inks Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |