Custom Pantone PMS Spot Color Offset Ink

Custom Pantone PMS Spot Color Offset Ink

Custom Pantone® PMS Spot Color Offset Ink

Star Graphic Supplies supplies custom Pantone PMS spot color offset ink mixed in KMI Royal Series formulations for commercial sheetfed offset printing. Choose conventional oil-base or rubber-base ink, select the required size, and provide the complete Pantone PMS color number when ordering.

Custom PMS ink is used when a print job requires a specific spot color rather than a CMYK process-color simulation. Each color is mixed to the requested Pantone number or, when necessary, matched to an approved physical color sample.

What is custom PMS spot color ink?

Custom PMS spot color ink is printing ink mixed to a specific Pantone Matching System reference rather than reproduced from CMYK process inks. In offset printing, the ink is loaded into its own printing unit and prints the specified spot color directly, providing consistent color reproduction for branding, packaging, stationery, labels, and other commercial print applications.

Can KMI Royal Series Ink Be Custom Mixed to a Pantone PMS Color?

Yes. KMI Royal Series offset ink can be mixed to standard Pantone PMS spot-color references and supplied in conventional oil-base or rubber-base formulations. Physical sample matching is also available when a standard Pantone formula is not sufficient for a critical color-matching application.

Choose the Right KMI Royal Series Formulation

Conventional Oil-Base Offset Ink

Designed for commercial sheetfed offset printing on coated and general-purpose stocks. KMI Royal conventional ink provides strong color density, reliable ink-water balance, good rub resistance, and dependable setting characteristics for a broad range of commercial printing applications.

Rubber-Base Offset Ink

Rubber-base offset ink remains open longer on press and is well suited for uncoated stocks, envelopes, bond papers, letterhead, and duplicator applications. It is useful for pressrooms that need extended roller open time and reliable performance on absorbent paper stocks.

Available Custom PMS Ink Sizes

KMI Royal custom PMS spot color offset ink is available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, and 20 lb quantities, allowing printers to order an appropriate volume for short-run work, recurring brand-color jobs, or higher-volume production.

How to Order Custom Pantone PMS Offset Ink - ORDER HERE

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Choose the Formulation Select Conventional Oil-base or Rubber-Base offset ink.
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Select the Quantity Choose Can Size (weight) for your print job or production requirements.
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Provide the PMS Number Enter the complete Pantone PMS number required for the job.
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Choose Physical Matching if Needed For critical matches, provide an approved Printed Sample and 5 production substrate samples.
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Add Color Data if Needed Need color proof for compliance? Choose the Color Data option for a drawdown print and L*a*b* data showing DeltaE to the Pantone Book Standard

Standard PMS Formula vs. Physical Color Match

A standard PMS mix is prepared using the specified Pantone Matching System reference. This is appropriate for most commercial spot-color printing when the desired target is an established Pantone color.

For brand-critical applications or jobs where substrate, coating, or an existing printed sample materially affects the desired appearance, a physical custom color match can be produced from an approved printed target and representative production stock.

Need Help Identifying the Correct PMS Color?

Pantone colors displayed on computer monitors and mobile devices may not accurately represent the final printed spot color. When color accuracy is important, use a current physical Pantone reference whenever possible.

View the Star Graphic Supplies Spot Color Reference Guide »

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom PMS Offset Ink

What information do I need to order custom PMS ink?

Provide the complete Pantone PMS designation, preferred ink formulation, and required quantity. For critical physical color matches, provide an approved printed sample and representative production substrate.

Should I choose oil-base or rubber-base offset ink?

Conventional oil-base ink is commonly used for commercial sheetfed printing, particularly on coated and general-purpose stocks. Rubber-base ink remains open longer on press and is commonly used for uncoated papers, envelopes, bond stocks, and duplicator applications.

Can you match an existing printed color?

Yes. A physical custom match can be produced when an approved printed color target and representative substrate are supplied. This is useful when a standard Pantone formula does not provide a sufficiently precise match.

What sizes are available?

KMI Royal custom PMS offset ink is available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, and 20 lb quantities.

 

 

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