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Azo Pigment Prices on the Rise

Changes in environmental policy are leading to higher costs for pigments, intermediates

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Contributing Editor, Coatings World and Ink World, Coatings World and Ink World Magazine

For the most part, the raw material market has remained stable for ink manufacturers. Yes, prices have been at a higher level, but at least it has leveled out.   In July, ink manufacturers found out that stability in pricing was not happening with azo pigments and intermediates. As a result, both Sun Chemical Performance Pigments and Flint Group Pigments were forced to raise prices on azo pigments.   Both companies cited continuing cost increases in azo intermediates and raw materials. Sun Chemi...

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