HI-THANE™
Innovative polyurethane
ink binder solutions
for printing inks
SONGWON is a leading specialist
in ink binder technology for gravure
and flexography printing inks used in
flexible packaging laminates.
Our broad portfolio of HI-THANE™ polyurethanes enables
us to design customized printing ink formulations.
Thanks to their excellent physical and technical properties,
HI-THANE™ ink binders are widely used by printing ink
manufacturers to produce high-quality print on plastic
film packaging.
It’s all about the chemistry™
SONGWON – Long-standing expertise
in printing ink technology for flexible
packaging
Wide range of ink binders Comprehensive technical knowhow
Suitable for gravure and flexographic Dedicated ink binder testing laboratory
printing inks used in plastic film in South Korea
packaging
Technically advanced, customized
Cutting-edge quality printing ink formulations
EHS standards met
Proven reliability Strong commitment
More than 35 years manufacturing Continuous innovation to meet new
experience in South Korea industry standards
Backward integration into polyester
polyol production
Global sales organization channels in
Asia, Europe and North America
HI-THANE™ ink binders are suitable for the formulation of high quality
printing inks and generate significant value for printing ink and packaging
film producers…
... Their excellent bonding strength on various plastic films, especially PET, nylon and OPP
enhances the quality of printed flexible packaging.
... Their outstanding heat resistance allows use in both retortable and non retortable flexible
packaging laminates.
... T
heir low viscosity helps to boost the color strength of printing inks.
... Their excellent anti-blocking properties help to prevent film layers sticking to one another,
optimizing productivity.
... Their high re-solubility prevents scale formation in gravure printing cylinder cells, improving
print quality and reducing maintenance.
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HI-THANE™ ink binders recommended for gravure and flexographic printing inks
HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™
A-890L A-890K A-830 A-9301B A-9004HL A-9000
Gravure printing Gravure printing Gravure printing Gravure printing Gravure printing
Application Flexo printing ink
ink ink ink ink ink
Type Aliphatic non tin Aliphatic non tin Aliphatic non tin Aliphatic non tin Aliphatic non tin Aliphatic non tin
Appearance Yellowish Yellowish Yellowish Yellowish Yellowish Yellowish
Total solid content
30 30 30 30 35 50
(%, w/w)
Viscosity
400 ~ 700 400 ~ 700 500 ~ 800 850 ~ 1500 350 ~ 650 8000 ~ 12000
(25°C, cps)
EA/IPA EA/IPA EA/IPA EA/IPA EA/IPA ET-OH/EA
Solvent
ratio 75/25 ratio 75/25 ratio 88/12 ratio 88/12 ratio 70/30 ratio 75/25
Key attributes of HI-THANE™ ink binders
HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™ HI-THANE™
A-890L A-890K A-830 A-9301B A-9004HL A-9000
Bonding strength Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Suitability for
retorting Good Excellent Good Very good Excellent Average
applications
Suitability for
Good Good Good Good Good Excellent
pigment grinding
Color strength Very good Very good Good Good Excellent Excellent
Anti-blocking
Good Good Very good Good Excellent Average
properties
HITHANE™ ink binders can be used in combination with the hardener HI-THANE™ CA-40B,
especially in white printing ink formulations. The hardener contributes to increase the adhesion
of printing inks onto the plastic films after the packaging film lamination process.
Storage conditions
HI-THANE™ ink binders should be stored indoors, in closed
containers, in a dry place at temperatures between 5 and 40°C.
Exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided.
Shelf life
HI-THANE™ products are stable for 6 months, provided they are
stored under the above conditions.
For further information, please go to:
www.songwon.com
[email protected]SONGWON provides customers with warranties and representations
as to the chemical or technical specifications, compositions and/or the
suitability for use for any particular purpose exclusively in individual
written agreements.
The facts and figures contained herein have been carefully compiled
to the best of SONGWON’s knowledge but are essentially intended for
informational purposes only.
SONGWON Industrial Group does not accept any liability whatsoever
for any information, reference or advice provided in this document or
any similar SONGWON publication.
Version 3, November 2018
