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Ink extenders and inks utilizing organic based resins

US8383705B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2010
Grant dateFeb 26, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 28, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09D11/14
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An extender for flexographic and other ink compositions and inks using such extender where potato starch serves as the ink carrier and an emulsion resin. The use of potato starch provides for a readily available, cost effective, substantial and environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum and soy based resins.

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