Product Code: ETC342909 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The United Kingdom Printing Inks Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 2.99% in 2025, the market peaks at 4.02% in 2028, and settles at 3.18% by 2029.
The printing inks market in the UK is expanding due to the demand for high-quality and durable inks in various printing applications, including packaging, publishing, and commercial printing. The market benefits from technological advancements in ink formulations, such as UV-curable and eco-friendly inks. The increasing adoption of digital printing technology is also contributing to market growth.
Growth in the UK printing inks market is propelled by advancements in digital printing technologies, packaging innovations, and rising demand from the flexible packaging industry. Printing inks play a critical role in enhancing print quality, durability, and sustainability across various printing applications. Increasing adoption of UV-curable and water-based inks, regulatory shifts towards low VOC emissions, and advancements in pigment and resin technologies drive market expansion. Technological innovations in eco-friendly ink formulations, digital inkjet printing systems, and specialty inks for niche applications further support market growth.
Challenges in the UK printing inks market involve developing environmentally friendly ink formulations, maintaining color consistency and durability in diverse printing applications, and addressing price volatility of raw materials used in ink production.
In the UK, the printing inks market is regulated to ensure product safety, environmental sustainability, and printing quality standards. Government policies govern the composition of printing inks, labeling requirements, and emissions control measures during printing processes. The UK government supports initiatives that enforce compliance with chemical safety regulations, promote the use of eco-friendly ink formulations with low VOC emissions, and encourage research into bio-based and renewable ink materials. Additionally, policies aim to foster innovation in digital printing technologies and support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting sustainable printing practices.
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 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly printing inks |
4.2.2 Technological advancements leading to the development of high-performance printing inks |
4.2.3 Growth in packaging and labeling industries driving the demand for printing inks |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations affecting the formulation of printing inks |
4.3.3 Competition from digital technologies affecting traditional printing methods |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Gravure, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Flexographic, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Lithographic, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Digital, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market, By Resin |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Modified rosin, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Modified cellulose, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylic, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging & labels, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Corrugated cardboards, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Publication & Commercial Printing, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of bio-based and environmentally friendly printing inks |
8.2 Investment in research and development for new printing ink formulations |
8.3 Growth in demand for specialized printing inks for specific applications |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Printing Inks Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |