Contract ink manufacturing
Aqueous and UV inkjet ink manufacturing services - scalable, reliable, IP-secure.
Trust your ink production to Fujifilm
Fujifilm offers aqueous and UV inkjet ink manufacturing services to OEM print system developers and ink formulators. Through our world-class facilities, we provide customized inkjet ink production to your precise specifications, supported by expert operational teams, robust quality control systems, and strict intellectual property security.
Why outsource your inkjet ink?
Manufacturing ink in-house requires significant investment in infrastructure, equipment, and skilled personnel. As supply chains become increasingly complex, outsourcing ink production can provide a strategic advantage.
Top reasons customers outsource inkjet ink production to Fujifilm:
- Regionalizing manufacture
- Fast, cost-effective addition of capacity
- Avoiding large investments in in-house manufacturing
- Eliminating need to scale up existing facilities
- De-risk supply chain with an alternative source of supply
- Outsourcing legacy ink production
- Accessing industry-leading Fujifilm manufacturing
Why partner with Fujifilm for contract ink manufacture
Stable, experienced partner in inkjet
Fujifilm brings over 40 years of experience in inkjet ink manufacturing, with a robust infrastructure designed for reliable, long-term supply. Our highly experienced, cross-functional teams – comprising chemists, engineers, production and quality experts – deliver world-class ink manufacturing with a commitment to quality.
Customized, flexible solutions
Every contract ink is unique, so Fujifilm offers a tailored approach to meet your exact requirements. Our collaborative process involves a thorough onboarding process to jointly develop a contract specification which ensures full alignment, and extends beyond manufacture to ongoing support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
Confidentiality, IP-security
Your innovations are being protected at every step. We implement stringent security measures and strict confidentially to safeguard formulations and proprietary technology at every stage of the manufacturing process.
Fast technology transfer, seamless scale-up
Our expertise in complex, multi-stage manufacture allows for rapid technology transfer. Whether transitioning from lab-scale formulations or increasing manufactured volumes, we ensure a smooth and efficient ramp-up to large-scale production.
Consistent high-quality in every batch
Our comprehensive testing procedures monitor critical parameters throughout production, ensuring “Right First Time”, high-quality ink production and repeatable results. With rigorous quality control evaluation, your ink is delivered to the agreed specification, every time.
Core manufacturing capabilities
- Aqueous and UV ink manufacture
- Facilities in USA (aqueous) and Europe (UV)
- Small- to large-batch production
- Extensive purification and bacterial control for aqueous inks
- Comprehensive range of physical and analytical testing
- GMP production and clean-room packing capability
- Customized filling and labelling
- ISO certified facilities
- Proximity to air and sea ports for international shipping
Fujifilm pigment dispersion technologies
Have you considered Fujifilm’s high-performance pigment dispersions – available for your inkjet ink formulations. Reduce your supply-chain complexity with single-source dispersions and contract ink manufacturing.
Learn more about Fujifilm pigment dispersions.
Now is the time to manufacture in the US
Political shifts, import duties and the need for supply chain resilience have made localizing aqueous ink production in the USA a strong strategic consideration for international businesses.
With one of the world’s largest aqueous inkjet ink manufacturing facilities in Delaware, Fujifilm can support you with world-class contract ink manufacturing.
Take the next step in contract ink production
"Ensure supply chain stability, manage costs, and access world-class inkjet ink production with Fujifilm’s contract manufacturing services. Contact us today to discuss the possibilities for your ink manufacture." - Pauline Gibson, Commercial Director
