Toyo Ink Europe introduces Steraflex GIO UV

A new standard in low migration UV flexo inks

August 14, 2025

Toyo Ink Europe, a member of Japan’s artience Group (formerly Toyo Ink Group), has recently added the Steraflex GIO UV to its existing portfolio of flexographic printing inks. The new ink system offers superb print and press performance on most label substrates, sleeves and other applications where migration is a key priority.

Moreover, Steraflex GIO is fully compliant with EuPIA, Swiss Ordinance, the latest ECHA SVHC list and other European regulatory requirements including the German Ink Ordinance, setting a new benchmark in both safety and performance.

Formulated with a next-generation binder system, Steraflex GIO delivers enhanced adhesion across a broad range of substrates, from standard films to demanding label materials. Compared to its predecessor, this ink demonstrates significantly improved bond strength, even on low surface tension substrates like BOPP. This enables converters and brands to have greater versatility in materials and applications, without compromising on print quality or safety.

Steraflex GIO reflects Toyo Ink Europe’s commitment to sustainable innovation, regulatory foresight, and high-performance printing solutions.

“With increasing regulatory scrutiny on food packaging inks, compliance and transparency are more important than ever,” said Ismail Yilmaz, general manager sales & corporate strategy of Toyo Ink Europe. “Steraflex GIO is free from intentionally added photoinitiator 379, ensuring it aligns with the current and upcoming requirements under the German Ink Ordinance. This gives printers and brand owners peace of mind when producing packaging for more sensitive applications, particularly in the food and pharmaceutical sector.”

Steraflex GIO will be highlighted at the Toyo Ink Europe (artience Group) booth Hall 3, Stand A32 at Labelexpo Europe 2025, 16 to 19 September in Barcelona.

In addition, Toyo Ink Europe will be offering an updated portfolio of its LED, UV and EB (electron beam) product ranges, all of which are designed to minimize environmental impact and health risks while delivering excellent print results.

Packaging South Asia — An authentic, impactful, and influential 20-year-old !

An English-language packaging industry B2B platform in print and web, Packaging South Asia is in its 20th year of publication. Without claims about being the best, most widely read, or most influential, our Google analytics have doubled in the past year. If you are interested in impactfully targeting the Indian and South Asian markets to sell equipment, technology, software, and consumables, we can help.

We can assess your potential and addressable markets in light of the competition with research and discuss marketing, communication, and sales strategies for market entry and growth. [www.ippstar.org]

With a strategy and budget for targeted marketing, you can discuss optimal use of our hybrid print, web, video, and social media channels for brand recognition linked to market relevance. Our platforms and channels are differentiated by hands-on domain practice and experience. We understand of business and financials, and our team, including some of the best globally recognized technical writers, is ready to meet you and your customers for content.

Get our 2026 media kit and recalibrate your role in this dynamic market. Enhance visibility and relevance to turn potential customers into success. Ask for a sample copy of our print monthly or our two weekly packaging eZines.

For editorial info@ippgroup.in — for advertisement ads1@ippgroup.in and for subscriptions subscription@ippgroup.in

Naresh Khanna – 12 January 2026

Subscribe Now