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NAPIM’s November 2011 Printing Ink Raw Materials Supply Update

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Commodity and resin prices continue to be dramatically higher than a year ago. There doesn’t appear to be any relief anticipated in the near term, although a few of the supply disruptions have been alleviated. Volatility has been the norm, as supply remains snug in many areas and market speculation continues to drive very dynamic commercial behaviors.   The drivers for these supply issues were the same factors the ink industry was challenged with in 2010: increased demand from developing markets...

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