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Soy Ink Printing
Soy ink is a kind of ink made from soybeans which are a 100% renewable resource. To make soy ink, soybean oil is slightly refined and then blended with pigments, resins and waxes.

There are many environmental benefits to using soy inks. Soy inks are low in VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and their usage can help reduce emissions causing air pollution. As soybeans are growing they temporarily remove damaging carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.Soy ink is also a helpful component in paper recycling because the soy ink can be removed more easily than regular ink from paper during the de-inking process.

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Soy Ink Printing
Soy ink is a type of printing ink derived from soybeans, making it an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based inks. It's known for its lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, vibrant colors, and ease of recycling compared to conventional inks.

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What is soy ink printing? 

It’s a printing method using ink made primarily from soybean oil, as a renewable alternative to petroleum-based inks.
Is soy ink more eco-friendly than petroleum ink? 

Yes. It’s renewable, emits fewer VOCs, and separates easier from paper during recycling.
Works with all printing presses? 

Mostly—compatible with offset, flexography, and some digital presses, with minor adjustments.
Any downsides to soy ink? 

It dries slower and may cost slightly more upfront vs. traditional petroleum inks.
Safe for food packaging? 

Safe for indirect packaging (e.g., outer cartons), but not for direct food contact.