| Product Code: ETC044231 | Publication Date: Jan 2021 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Sri Lanka import trend for the inks market showed significant growth from 2023 to 2024, with a rate of 30.33%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2020-2024 stood at 4.67%. This growth could be attributed to increased demand for quality inks driven by expanding printing and packaging industries in the region.
By 2027, the Inks market in Sri Lanka is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 9.30%, as part of an increasingly competitive Asia region, where China remains at the forefront, supported by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

The inks market in Sri Lanka is thriving, supported by the expanding printing and packaging sectors. With a focus on innovation, manufacturers are developing sustainable and high-performance inks to meet evolving consumer and industry demands. The market benefits from the rise in e-commerce, which boosts the packaging industry`s requirements. Additionally, the adoption of advanced printing technologies like digital and 3D printing drives the demand for specialized inks.
Similar to the ink market, the broader inks market in Sri Lanka is driven by the demand from various printing applications, including packaging, publishing, and advertising. The growth of e-commerce and the consequent need for attractive packaging are significant drivers. Innovations in ink technologies, such as UV-curable and water-based inks, are also propelling market growth.
Similar to the broader ink market, the inks market in Sri Lanka deals with high import costs for raw materials and stringent environmental regulations. Additionally, there is significant competition from digital printing technologies, which offer more cost-effective and versatile printing solutions. The market also struggles with limited research and development activities to innovate and improve ink formulations.
Similar to the general ink market, the broader inks market in Sri Lanka is governed by policies that encourage sustainability and innovation. The government offers tax relief for companies that adopt green technologies and ensures that imported inks meet rigorous safety and quality 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 Sri Lanka Inks Market Overview |
3.1 Sri Lanka Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, 2019 & 2026F |
3.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Sri Lanka Inks Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2019 & 2026F |
3.6 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Formulating Technology, 2019 & 2026F |
3.7 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2019 & 2026F |
4 Sri Lanka Inks Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Sri Lanka Inks Market Trends |
6 Sri Lanka Inks Market, By Types |
6.1 Sri Lanka Inks Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-printing, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.4 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market, By Formulating Technology |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil-based, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Solvent-based, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2.4 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Water-based, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2.5 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By UV-cured, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2.6 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market, By Applications |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Publication & Commercial, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.4 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Security, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.5 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic Tiles, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.6 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Tags & Labels, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.7 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Textiles, 2016 - 2026F |
7 Sri Lanka Inks Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Sri Lanka Inks Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Sri Lanka Inks Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Sri Lanka Inks Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Sri Lanka Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2019 & 2026F |
9.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Formulating Technology, 2019 & 2026F |
9.3 Sri Lanka Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2019 & 2026F |
10 Sri Lanka Inks Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Sri Lanka Inks Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2019 |
10.2 Sri Lanka Inks Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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