The Critical Role of Ink Safety
With 72% of pet owners checking packaging safety (APPA 2023), using compliant inks is non-negotiable. This guide covers FDA, EU, and China GB standards for pet food pouch inks.

Approved Ink Types:

1. Water-based inks

• No VOCs (volatile organic compounds)

• Compliant with FDA 21 CFR 175.300

• Limitations: Lower opacity on metallic films

2. UV-curable inks

• Instant curing reduces contamination risk

• Must pass EU 10/2011 migration tests

• Avoid photoinitiators like ITX in wet pet food applications

3. Solvent-based inks

• Superior adhesion on polyester films

• Requires thorough drying (residual solvents <5mg/m²)

Compliance Checklist:
✔ Migration testing (over 10 days at 40°C)
✔ Heavy metal limits (Pb/Cd/Hg <1ppm)
✔ No BPA/NIAS (non-intentionally added substances)