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Postal blue ink with improved durability

US7972425B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 2008
Grant dateJul 5, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09D11/32
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A water-based ink for inkjet recording exhibits a blue color defined as L*<45, 25<C*<28, 255<h<278, and comprises a mixture of dyes and pigments, specifically including C.I. Pigment Blue 60 and C.I. Acid Blue 90, with water and a water-soluble organic solvent. The blue ink provide an image which has good water resistance and high optical density.

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