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Investigation of Viscosity and Optical Density Characteristics in Sustainable Palm Oil-Based Offset Printing Ink

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This study investigates the rheological and optical properties of sustainable palm oil-based offset printing inks, comparing four formulations with varying pigment concentrations (Palm Ink-15, Palm Ink-16, Palm Ink-17, and Palm Ink-18) against a conventional ink sample. Through rheology testing, we analyzed viscosity, yield value, and shortness to understand ink flow characteristics. Optical density measurements and colorimetric assessments in CIE L*a*b* coordinates were conducted to evaluate ink performance across different film thicknesses. The results indicate that palm-based inks exhibit a superior balance between viscosity and yield value, allowing for effective ink transfer and enhanced color saturation. Palm Ink-17, in particular, demonstrated the most rapid color intensity buildup with increased thickness, making it optimal for applications requiring rich, saturated blue tones. These findings suggest that palm oil-based inks are not only environmentally friendly but also exhibit performance characteristics suitable for high-quality offset printing applications.

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Engineering Headway (Volume 31)

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17-25

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https://doi.org/10.4028/p-h4xt9S

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January 2026

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Gema Sukmawati Suryadi*, Susiani Susiani, Handika Dany Rahmayanti, Andika Kristinawati

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CIE L A B, Density, Palm Oil, Printing Ink, Rheology, Viscosity

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