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Products and Applications

Packaging &
Publication Inks

Publication & News Inks

Water-Based V Solvent-Based
Where These Are Used

Newspaper Printing

Textbook Printing

High Volume Catalogues

Bible Paper Printing

Why Two Systems Exist

Water-Based Publication Inks

Lower odor
Eco-friendly
Safer for high-circulation prints

Industry Problems

Solvent-Based Publication Inks

Faster drying
Stronger gloss
Better pigment wetting
Higher print density

Industry Problems

What Carbon Black Must Deliver 

Water-Based:

What Carbon Black Must Deliver 

Solvent-Based

How ISTAR Series Solve It

EMPIREX®
water-based dispersion specialists
ONYX GEMS®

high jetness in solvent & UV systems

NOBLEX®

balanced gloss + tint strength for publication offset

Product Name Product Description Datasheet SDS
NOBLEX® A balanced-structure carbon black series optimized for rheology stability, gloss control and tint consistency in printing ink systems. It supports reliable flow and colour consistency during long production runs.
ONYX GEMS® An ultra-fine, gas-black–inspired carbon black series offering very high jetness, narrow particle size distribution and strong UV absorption. Designed for applications requiring deep optical density, blue undertone and uniform appearance at lower pigment loadings.
EMPIREX® A furnace carbon black series delivering balanced reinforcement, controlled rheology and reliable dispersion across coatings, plastics, rubber and inks. It provides stable colour strength, manageable viscosity and consistent processing, prioritising formulation robustness over extreme jetness or conductivity.

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