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packagingPackaging printing and decoration are an integral part of the converting process that transforms paper, plastics and carton board into final articles such as bottles, pouches, sleeves, labels, boxes, trays, lids, etc. The packaging industry is diverse and dynamic, but the packages themselves have one thing in common, they must convey information through printing and appeal to the emotional senses of the consumer.

The appearance of the final package can determine what sells and what does not. Color plays a vital role in the design of printed labels, carton and flexible film and for brand identification and differentiation.

Ciba offers solutions that cover a range of effects for packaging printing.

Coloration and Visual Appeal

  • Ciba® XYMARA™ pearlescent and metallic mirror effect pigments for design and visual impact; used in combination with Ciba® MICROLITH® pigment preparations for design and styling
  • Ciba® ORASOL® solvent soluble dyes for outstanding brightness and transparency; Ciba® IRGALITE®, Ciba® CROMOPHTAL®, Ciba® IRGAZIN® colorants covering the range of application performances/ resistances required in the end article e.g. requirements for specific colored printed film resistances such as light fastness, stain resistance and chemical resistance

Enhanced end-use Performance

  • Ciba® Prime IT™ for improved adhesion of inks and coatings on plastics
  • Ciba® TINUVIN® light stabilizers for UV protection and enhanced durability of  printed films
  • Process Efficiency
  • Ciba® XYMARA™ luminescent markers for tracking, detection in process control/automation.  Visit www.xymara.com for more information
  • Ciba® IRGACURE® photoinitiators for optimum curing speed and top performance in radiation curing printing.

Smart Packaging  

OnVu™ Time Temperature Indicators (TTI) monitors the time temperature history of fresh and perishable food and is used as a freshness indicator. Visit www.onvu.com to learn more.

Ciba offers a wide portfolio of innovative packaging solutions for different packaging media. To find out more about Ciba products for the packaging industry visit our Packaging website.

Brochures - (Downloads PDF)

Ciba®  XYMARA™ Vacuum-Metallized Pigments
Ciba®  METASHEEN® series for printing inks
Ciba®  XYMARA™ Marker Luminescent Pigments
Photoinitiators for Printing Applications
Polymer Specialties for Inks and Graphic Arts Selection Guide
Colorants for Use in Food Packaging, Toys and Consumer Goods
Ciba® IRGALITE® Yellow BXFL


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