Raw Material Shortages Affect Ink Prices

2011 Outlook

In Q2 2011 ink manufacturers continue to expect feedstock inflation, tight markets and shortages. The outlook remains difficult with shortages on a number of key raw materials and ongoing inflationary pressure. As noted above, ink manufacturers will likely see increases with issues related to nitrocellulose, titanium dioxide, and additives, as well as persistence of the issues in rosin resin and some pigments. Oil prices are expected to remain high in 2011 and subjected to high volatility with petrochemicals and oil derivatives following.