Flint Group: global tightening of publications and UV ink supply of raw materials

April 5, 2019 - The recent deadly explosion at Tianjiayi Chemical in Jiangsu Province has severely affected the global raw material supply chain, including materials used in publications and UV-printed inks.
march, the blasts spread to nearby facilities, killing nearly 80 people, injuring hundreds and forcing thousands to evacuate nearby areas. The Chinese government has forced industrial parks and other nearby areas to shut down for investigations and safety inspections
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, chief procurement officer for the CPS ink business at the Flint group, said: "Our hearts go out to those who have been injured or killed. According
, vice president of packaging procurement at the Flint Group, "thousands of factories have closed." Government investigations and safety checks will affect China's chemical industry, not just in provinces where catastrophic accidents have occurred. "
impact has reached the UV and publishing printing ink supply chains, as closures affect companies that supply materials for light triggers and are used in red and yellow pigments.
Podd pointed out that the shortage of raw materials would not affect the ink supply to Flint Group customers. "Our preferred position with partner suppliers helps us minimize supply chain disruptions, even in unexpected crises like this."
Podd continued, "Our customers can rely on us to provide an uninterrupted supply of ink, but the cost of these raw materials will be higher due to the imbalance between supply and demand caused by this activity." "
the reopening date of the material is still unknown.