Inkjet coding and marking solutions for cosmetics
Tubes and jars of cosmetics and personal care products have to match the brand design, carry the information required by the INCI and be forgery-proof. Our versatile Inkjet Printers make all this possible economically, reliably and aesthetically.
Taking legal requirements and image aspects into account
SECURE MARKING IN THE COSMETICS INDUSTRY
Forgery-proof marking and complete traceability of cosmetic products is required by law. It offers customers and companies security against plagiarism and counterfeit products. Among other things, the marking provides information on ingredients, shelf life, warnings and the origin of products. The marking must comply with the requirements of the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients).
Cosmetic products are applied directly to the human body and may cause allergies or other undesirable reactions. They therefore have to bear particularly clear, correct and durable markings with their ingredients. Cosmetics manufacturers also attach great importance to an appealing look that matches the brand.
What is important for inkjet coding and marking solutions?
- Legal requirements according to INCI
- Brand aspects (visual/aesthetic effect)
- Fast, simple and economical coding and marking technologies
- Permanent and durable marking
- Often a lot of information on a small area
Industrial inkjet coding and marking solutions are used throughout the cosmetics production process. Codes are applied to many different primary and secondary packaging. They support the identification, tracking and management of cosmetics throughout the entire production and distribution cycle.
Application examples for cosmetics coding
- Inkjet marking on folding boxes and secondary packaging
- Wet-on-wet printing process as a label replacement (immediate successive printing of several colors without drying time)
- Barcodes and 2D Codes for unique identifiability
- Assembly aid for cosmetic sticks through oiling
- Plastic welding (welding with digital printing technology)
The International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) defines the information that must be included on cosmetic product packaging. This includes ingredients, best before date and period of use as well as batch number, warnings and precautions and information on the manufacturer. All information has to be clearly readable on a permanent basis in the interests of consumer protection.
