Global Waterborne Ink Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Technology;

Flexography, Gravure, Digital, and Others.

By Resin Type;

Acrylic - Styrene Acrylic, Polyester, Maleic, and Others.

By Application;

Packaging, Publication, Tags & Labels, and Others.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn857294403 Published Date: January, 2025 Updated Date: February, 2025

Introduction

Global Waterborne Ink Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Waterborne Ink Market was valued at USD 5,851.36 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 9,552.01 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.3%.

The global waterborne ink market has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing environmental regulations and a shift towards sustainable practices in the printing industry. Waterborne inks are formulated using water as the primary solvent, making them a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional solvent-based inks. They offer several advantages, including reduced volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, improved safety for workers, and easier clean-up processes. These benefits align with the global push towards greener manufacturing practices and heightened environmental awareness.

As industries across the globe seek to reduce their carbon footprint and comply with stricter environmental regulations, the demand for waterborne inks has surged. The packaging sector, particularly, has been a major driver of this growth, as companies in food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods sectors increasingly prefer eco-friendly printing solutions for their packaging materials. Additionally, advancements in waterborne ink formulations and technology have expanded their applications beyond packaging, including in commercial printing and industrial applications.

The market is characterized by ongoing innovations aimed at enhancing the performance and versatility of waterborne inks. Manufacturers are investing in research and development to improve ink quality, adhesion, and drying times while maintaining their environmental benefits. This dynamic landscape is expected to continue shaping the market, with increasing adoption of waterborne inks anticipated as industries strive to meet sustainability goals and consumer preferences for environmentally responsible products.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Technology
    2. Market Snapshot, By Resin Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Application
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Waterborne Ink Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Emerging Markets

        2. Cost-effective

        3. Growing Packaging Industry

        4. Consumer Awareness

      2. Restraints
        1. Initial Costs

        2. Digital Printing

        3. Limited Substrates

        4. Regional Availability

      3. Opportunities
        1. Product Innovation

        2. Sustainable Packaging

        3. High-Performance Applications

        4. Regulatory Incentives

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global Waterborne Ink Market, By Technology, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Flexography
      2. Gravure
      3. Digital
      4. Others
    2. Global Waterborne Ink Market, By Resin Analysis, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Acrylic
      2. Polyester
      3. Maleic
      4. Others
    3. Global Waterborne Ink Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Packaging
      2. Publication
      3. Flyers & Brochures
      4. Others
    4. Global Waterborne Ink Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        6. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Flint Group
      2. Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA
      3. Huber Group
      4. Doneck Euroflex S.A.
      5. Dolphin Inks
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market