Use of Gilsonite in Printing Inks: Deep Color and High Gloss
Use of Gilsonite for Printing Inks Gilsonite, a naturally occurring hydrocarbon resin, has long been a valuable component in the production of printing inks—particularly for black inks used in newspapers, packaging, and corrugated boxes. Due to its solubility in hydrocarbon solvents and high carbon content, Gilsonite provides deep pigmentation, excellent gloss, fast drying, and strong … Read more