Definitions for "Inks"
The pigment in acrylic inks is mixed with a more dilute mixture than ordinary paint. When used for a wash, they will therefore provide stronger colouration, while still being liquid enough to run into the recesses. Inks also tend to be less opaque than other acrylics.
The ink market in the UK buys more than 120,000 tonnes of ink each year, valued at over £350 million. Major users include the Publishing and Packaging industries. There is a wide range of smaller users supplied by general and specialist printers, such as the commercial and promotion markets.