Glossary

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) is an international trade association representing the plastics recycling industry. APR…

Barrier coatings protect packaging from moisture, oxygen, or grease. They can replace plastic layers in fiber-based packaging.

Federal Institute for Risk Assessment

Siegwerk’s specialized brand for circular coating solutions. Pronounced like “circuit”, CIRKIT represents the route to…

With Cirkit® Heatguard, in turn, Siegwerk offers a range of heat-resistant lacquers that ensure a good performance on high-speed…

CIRKIT Oxybar WHITE is a barrier ink technology that provides brandable white opacity and oxygen protection in a single layer

Carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) are a standardized measure used to compare the greenhouse gas impacts of different gases in…

coefficient of friction

Color management ensures consistent color reproduction across presses and substrates. It reduces waste and improves print…

This web based application provides access to both types of colormatching requests: blending formula and ink order code. With…

crystallized PET (CPET) shrink sleeve label for colorless recycled PET (rPET) bottles that offer a monomaterial packaging solution…

The CSDDD is an EU regulation requiring companies to identify and mitigate human rights and environmental risks. It significantly…

The digital platform provides you with a fast and secure order management service available 24/7. The portal is compatible with…

DE&I is a critical enabler for the overall health of a company; both from a business perspective - by increasing productivity and…

Deinking is the process of removing ink from printed paper during recycling. Efficient deinking improves fiber quality and…

means meeting the packaging demand with using less packaging by eliminating packaging components, using less plastic by…

aims at increasing the recyclability of packaging by rethinking its design, e.g. by moving from multi-material to mono-plastic…

Expanded Color Gamut printing

EcoVadis provides sustainability ratings for suppliers based on environmental, social, and ethical performance. Packaging printers…

The European PET Bottle Platform (EPBP) is a voluntary initiative that provides guidelines for the design of PET bottle packaging…

Environmental, Social & Governance

european sustainability reporting standards

Form, Fill & Seal

Greenhouse gases (GHGs) are atmospheric gases that trap heat, contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming.

German ink ordinance regulates the use of printing inks in food contact materials to ensure consumer safety by limiting the…

HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) is a systematic and structured method used to identify potential hazards and operability…

HorizonNOW is a digital compliance and sustainability monitoring platform used in packaging and printing supply chains. It…

The digital expert platform serves as knowledge database giving you insights into crucial Product Safety and Regulatory (PSR)…

a remote service solution based on assisted reality (aR) technology that connects you at the push of a button with one of our…

Life Cyle Assessment

The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Law mandates risk management for human rights and environmental standards. Packaging…

"Low migration" and "Non-low migration" (or standard) refer to the chemical stability of inks, coatings, and varnishes,…

meter per minute

Migration testing evaluates the transfer of ink components into packaged goods. It is essential for regulatory compliance in food…

Manage everything from one central location, making your interactions with us smoother and more efficient.

MyInkRoom is a user-friendly digital platform for automatic ink management tailored to your individual requirements. With this…

Nitrocellulose (NC) based inks are widely used in packaging due to their fast drying properties and vibrant finishes. However,…

The new offering combines new developments with Siegwerk’s proven NC-free ink portfolio and includes solutions for lamination as…

NIAS stands for Non-Intentionally Added Substances found in inks and coatings. Managing NIAS is critical for food packaging safety…

Nutrition, Pharma, and Hygiene

Ok Compost INDUSTRIAL is the certification owned by TÜV Austria, recognized throughout Europe, which guarantees as biodegradable…

It is utilized as indicator for the achievement of desired climate targets or certain climate protection measures. It is to be…

polyethylene

In our case, environmental footprint impact categories refer to specific categories of impacts. These are generally related to…

Our team that helps you analyze your current ink management and entire production process - you will be surprised what an outside…

polypropylene

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) refers to protective clothing for the eyes, head, ears, hands, respiratory system, body, and…

The Product Safety and Regulatory (PSR) framework is crucial for ensuring that products meet safety and regulatory standards. The…

PU inks refer to thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU) used in printing applications. These inks are designed for flexographic and…

PVC ink is a specialized type of ink that incorporates polyvinyl chloride (PVC) as a primary component.

REACH is the European Community Regulation on chemicals and their safe use and deals with the Registration, Evaluation and…

RecyClass is a community that supports the industry in improving the recyclability of plastic products, promoting traceability of…

The web-based platform is home to our latest product safety and technical data sheets as well as corresponding Statements of…

Recycled polyethylene terephthalate, or rPET packaging, is a post-consumer recycled (PCR) material made from recycled PET plastic.

SBTi helps companies set emission reduction targets aligned with climate science. Packaging printers use SBTi to validate…

Scope 1 emissions are direct greenhouse gas emissions from owned or controlled sources such as printing presses or company…

Scope 2 emissions refer to indirect emissions from purchased energy, including electricity or steam used in printing facilities.…

Scope 3 emissions include all indirect emissions across the value chain, such as raw material sourcing, logistics, and product…

Single Layer Technology

typically refers to a document that outlines the composition of a product

Solvent-based inks provide strong adhesion and color strength. They are increasingly regulated due to VOC emissions.

The EU Single-Use Plastics Directive restricts certain plastic packaging formats. It drives innovation in recyclable and…

A supplier code of conduct defines ethical, environmental, and labor standards. It is a key tool for sustainable packaging supply…

SustainUP is a structured sustainable procurement framework designed to improve supplier ESG performance. It enables measurable…

TIR is a key health and safety metric measuring the number of workplace incidents per 200,000 working hours. It is widely used in…

Ink series with a high bio-renewable content for paper and board applications

Ultraviolet (radiation)

UV-curable inks dry instantly under ultraviolet light, enabling high-speed printing. They offer durability but require careful…

Volatile Organic Compounds are emissions from solvents used in printing. Reducing VOCs improves air quality and regulatory…

Volatile Organic Compounds

Water-based inks use water as the primary solvent instead of VOCs. They are widely used in sustainable packaging printing…

The Worst Case Calculator refers to a tool or concept used to evaluate the worst-case scenario in various fields, particularly in…

water vapor transmission rate