Ceramic Inks Market Trends

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  Growing demand for water-based ceramic inks drives the market growth

  
  

Market CAGR for ceramic inks is being driven by the growing demand for water-based ceramic inks. The inks now utilized for digital printing are created using organic solvents, which are reasonably effective at assuring the dispersion stability of hydrophobic ceramic pigments. However, due to laws on the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) inherent in organic solvents, as well as the shortened lifespan of inkjet heads caused by these solvents, there is an increasing interest in environmentally friendly inkjet printing materials that use water-based inks. A nano-sized ceramic pigment made of CoAl204 can be utilized to create water-based, ecologically friendly ink with good jetting and dispersion stability. Water-based inks contain a significant amount of inorganic material and negligible organic material; as a result of the decreased content of organic substances in the composition and the typology of these chemical substances, they emit a small number of volatile substances in the atmosphere when fired in the ceramic oven, making them practically odorless.

Because of their superior performance in industrial applications, these printers can now be used commercially in production contexts. Inkjet printing is quickly gaining over as the most popular technique for adorning ceramic tiles due to the widespread availability of digital printers. The potential of these printers for decorating tile and ceramic goods has emerged in the last ten years. Both printed design and ink formation have advanced significantly. Because of its numerous advantages, such as easier material handling, limitless decoration options, expanded and non-flat surfaces, and others, inkjet decoration has become the most common method of decoration.

Inkjet printing is a non-contact decorative approach that reduces mechanical stress risks associated with unfired tiles. Initially, the design and advertising divisions printed on ceramic objects with a portable inkjet printing machine. In recent years, this approach has been expertly used to produce high-caliber market trends. Liquid ceramic ink is sprayed onto the relevant components using piezoelectric nozzles, and the organic material is then dried and discharged before being cooked at a different temperature. The pigment and solvent separate the optical print ink into two portions.

The increasing demand for ceramic tiles in the building industry is another factor driving the growth of the Ceramic Ink Market. Because of its durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic appeal, ceramic tiles are commonly employed in the construction of residential and commercial buildings. Ceramic tile demand is likely to rise in the coming years as the construction industry expands, particularly in rising economies such as India, China, and Brazil. As a result, demand for ceramic inks, which are used to print designs and patterns on ceramic tiles, is likely to rise.

Ceramic Inks Market Segment Insights

Ceramic Inks Printing Technology Insights

The Ceramic Inks Market segmentation, based on printing technology includes digital, and analog. The digital category is expected to have the most substantial and fastest-growing increase. According to the ceramic ink market, digital printing technology will eventually entirely replace analog printing. Digital printing is rapidly gaining traction in large markets such as China, Brazil, and India. If this scenario is correct, digital printing technology will control more than 95% of the market for ceramic decorative applications. Ceramic decorators use digital printing to print in small batches, reduce inventory costs, and successfully suit the ceramic inks market's fluctuating needs.

Figure1:  Ceramic Inks Market, by Printing Technology,2022&2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Ceramic Inks Application Insights

The  Ceramic Inks Market segmentation, based on application, includes ceramic tiles, architectural glass, and automotive glass. The ceramic tiles category will grow at a faster rate during the forecast period. Ceramic tiles are the most rapidly growing market segment. In order to match consumer requests, buildings must be made more aesthetically beautiful. Ceramic tiles have emerged as the most extensively used material due to properties such as high durability, resistance to wear, color permanence, and so on. They also provide a variety of visual effects such as metallic view, photographic picture production, and flowery designs. Ceramic tiles are in extremely high demand, particularly in developing economies, due to changing lifestyle preferences and rising economic levels among individuals.

Ceramic Inks End-Use Industry Insights

The Ceramic Inks Market segmentation, based on the end-use industry, includes building & construction, automotive, and packaging. The building and construction category contributed the most to total market revenue. Increased construction activity is expected to promote product penetration in this sector. Building owners and renovators in developed countries want distinctive textures, colors, and printing possibilities for flooring, tiles, and other materials. As new structures and buildings are erected, the market penetration of ceramic ink will rise.

Ceramic Inks Regional Insights

By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. The North American Ceramic Inks Market area will dominate this market, due to the increased demand for ceramic tiles in the construction industry. The United States is North America's top consumer of ceramic tiles, followed by Canada and Mexico. Furthermore, the region has a thriving construction industry, which drives demand for ceramic tiles. The increased popularity of digital printing technology, which is used to print designs and patterns on ceramic tiles, is also driving up demand for ceramic inks in the region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure2: CERAMIC INKS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Europe Ceramic Inks Market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the increased demand for ceramic tiles in the construction industry. Further, the German Ceramic Inks Market held the largest market share, and the UK Ceramic Inks Market was the fastest-growing market in the European region

The Asia-Pacific Ceramic Inks Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. In the construction business, there is a growing demand for ceramic ink. Moreover, China’s Ceramic Inks Market held the largest market share, and the Indian Ceramic Inks Market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Ceramic Inks Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Ceramic Inks Market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, the Ceramic Inks industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the Ceramic Inks industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Ceramic Inks industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Ceramic Inks Market, including FRITTA (Spain), Colorbbia Italia S.p.A. (Italy), Sicer S.p.A (Italy), Esmalglass - Itaca Grupo (Spain), Sun Chemical (U.S.), Kao Chimigraf (Spain) and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Ferro Corporation is an American maker of technology-based performance materials for manufacturers, with four main product lines: performance colors and glass, pigments, powders, and oxides, porcelain enamel, and tile coatings systems. Harry D. Cushman created Ferro in Cleveland. In November 2019, Ferro Corporation, a market leader, announced the purchase of Endeka Group, a  producer of high-value coatings and important raw materials for the ceramic tile market. Endeka produces frits and glazes, as well as digital inks and colors, which are used in the production of a wide range of ceramic items such as tile, sanitary ware, and tableware. This backward transaction incorporates Ferro into a number of key raw materials used in the manufacture of ceramic coating materials.

Tecglass is a technology leader in digital printing on glass, offering all-inclusive decorating solutions. They provide machines for digital printing on glass, ceramic inks, line components such as clean rooms, washing machines, dryers, tilting and transport tables, as well as software and graphic support for all industrial applications such as automotive, home appliances, architecture, and design. In  December 2020, Tecglass has released a new JETVER HA line of inks designed to give excellent precision and durability. This professional ink range was developed specifically for the home appliance industry. The JETVER HA series, according to the manufacturer, offers endless options for creating printed glass-ceramic ink patterns while maintaining exquisite graphic clarity.

 Key Companies in the Ceramic Inks market include

• Ferro Corporation


• ZSCHIMMER & SCHWARZ CHEMIE GMBH


• Esmalglass-Itaca Grupo


• FRITTA


• Dip-Tech Digital Printing Technologies Ltd.


• Sun Chemical


• Changsha Six Star New Material Co. Ltd.


• KAO CHIMIGRAF SLU·    


• Electronics for Imaging Inc.


• Vaanix Industries Pvt Ltd.


• IIMAK

Ceramic Inks Industry Developments

June 2022, Torrecid worked on the inclusive L'Alcalatén Adaptada project. Torrecid has contributed to the initiative by digitally printing ceramic pieces depicting the town's various venues, stores, and services, making these locations easily recognizable for persons with functional diversity and children.

July 2022, DIC and SAP collaborated on a pilot project to build a waste plastics traceability system using blockchain technology. DIC and SAP collaborated on a pilot project to build a waste plastics traceability system using blockchain technology.

 January 2019, Sicer Spa announced the acquisition of a controlling stake in Morbi, India-based SOL-INK, which for many years has been the industry leader in the manufacture and distribution of ceramic digital inks under the INKERA brand name and a supplier to the market's leading ceramic manufacturers.

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