CORONA-MGA
Low migration sheet-fed offset inks for food packaging
Application
CORONA-MGA printing inks are formulated using only components that do either not migrate or which have been evaluated for contact with foodstuffs.
Available in process colours and every spot colour desired, this ink system is known for its trouble-free printing characteristics. Finishing with a suitable water-based coating is required.
Your Benefits
Using MGA products is providing safety: MGA inks are certified to be free from any undesired substances. Prints manufactured with MGA products, do not exceed the European regulatory limits for food packaging. Instead of keeping up a quality check system at high expense, you can rely on the certified quality of a GMP ink production, applying stricter rules than statutes demand.
Special Properties
- Organoleptic assessment with excellent results
- Very low-migration
- Average setting speed
- Low hexanal content
Ink Profile
Please note that employing MGA inks only, is not sufficient for successfully manufacturing food packaging that complies with the relevant legislation. Coatings, washes, auxiliaries and fountain solutions have to meet the tough requirements at the same time. Please refer to our section about packaging printing to receive some more valuable information.
Fastness Properties
| Light | Alcohol | Solvent | Alkali | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5 | + | + | + |
| Magenta | 5 | + | + | - |
| Cyan | 8 | + | + | + |
| Black | 8 | + | + | + |
