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Ink compositions containing phthalocyanines

US6726755B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 2002
Grant dateApr 27, 2004
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Expiry dateSep 28, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09D11/34
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is a phase change ink composition comprising a phase change ink carrier and a colorant compound of the formula wherein M is an atom or group of atoms capable of bonding to the central cavity of a phthalocyanine molecule, wherein axial ligands optionally can be attached to M. Also disclosed are printing processes using the phase change inks.

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