Printing ink

CPC v2.1 Code: 3513

About printing ink

cpc code 3513 covers the production of printing ink, a critical component in the printing and publishing industries. Printing ink is essential for producing high-quality printed materials, from newspapers and magazines to packaging and marketing collateral. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, supporting the dissemination of information, the promotion of products and services, and the overall growth of various commercial sectors.

Production process

The production of printing ink involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, such as pigments, resins, and solvents, are carefully measured and mixed together. The mixture is then milled to achieve the desired consistency and particle size. Next, the ink is refined and filtered to ensure consistent quality and performance. Finally, the finished ink is packaged and distributed to printers, publishers, and other end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the printing ink industry include pigments, resins, solvents, and various additives. Pigments provide the color and opacity, while resins and solvents act as binders and carriers, respectively. Specialized machinery, such as mills, mixers, and packaging equipment, is also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the printing ink industry is, of course, printing ink itself. This product is then consumed by a variety of industries, including 2212 Printing, 2221 Publishing of newspapers, journals and periodicals, and 2222 Publishing of books, brochures, and other publications. Printing ink is a critical input for these industries, enabling the production of high-quality printed materials that are essential for communication, marketing, and information dissemination.

Family tree for printing ink

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35'>35: Other chemical products; man-made fibres</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/351'>351: Paints and varnishes and related products; artists' colours; ink</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3513'>3513: Printing ink</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3511'>3511: Paints and varnishes and related products</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3512'>3512: Artists', students' or signboard painters' colours, modifying tints, amusement colours and the like</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3514'>3514: Writing or drawing ink and other inks</a>"]

    D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35130'>35130: Printing ink</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

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    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level5

  class D highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
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