Regarding the Supply Status and Price Revision of Our Products Due to the Impact of the Middle East Situation
Tokyo Ink Co., Ltd. announced that due to soaring raw material prices and supply instability caused by the Middle East situation, it may consult individually on the supply status of offset ink related products and will raise prices for gravure ink related products by 30% or more from May 1, 2026 shipments. The company states that its efforts alone can no longer absorb these costs.
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Tokyo Ink Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kita-ku, Tokyo; President: Satoshi Horikawa) hereby announces the price revision and supply response for its products, as detailed below, in response to the ongoing instability and soaring prices of raw materials including crude oil and naphtha, as well as rising logistics and energy costs, all influenced by the recent unstable situation in the Middle East.
We have continuously made self-help efforts, prioritizing stable product supply, by securing and diversifying procurement sources, optimizing inventory, strengthening our supply system, and reducing manufacturing costs. However, the soaring raw material prices and tight supply environment have significantly exceeded what can be absorbed by corporate efforts alone.
## 1. Regarding the Supply Status of Offset Ink Related Products
Offset ink related products are affected by the instability of raw material supply and rising energy costs.
Currently, we are implementing various measures to minimize the impact, but depending on future developments, we may need to consult individually regarding delivery times, supply quantities, and prices.
Should there be any changes in the supply situation, we will promptly share information and respond appropriately after discussions with our business partners.
## 2. Regarding the Price Revision of Gravure Ink Related Products
For gravure ink related products, raw material prices for pigments, resins, additives, and solvents are rising due to the tight supply and soaring market prices of crude oil and naphtha, which are key raw materials.
In light of this situation, although extremely regrettable, we have decided to implement a price revision as follows:
**[Outline of Price Revision]**
* **Implementation Period:** From shipments on May 1, 2026
* **Target Products:** All gravure ink related products
* **Price Revision Amount:** 30% or more
Specific prices for each product will be communicated by our sales representatives.
Moving forward, we will continue to make maximum efforts to ensure stable product supply and maintain quality, while appropriately responding to changes in the business environment.
We have continuously made self-help efforts, prioritizing stable product supply, by securing and diversifying procurement sources, optimizing inventory, strengthening our supply system, and reducing manufacturing costs. However, the soaring raw material prices and tight supply environment have significantly exceeded what can be absorbed by corporate efforts alone.
## 1. Regarding the Supply Status of Offset Ink Related Products
Offset ink related products are affected by the instability of raw material supply and rising energy costs.
Currently, we are implementing various measures to minimize the impact, but depending on future developments, we may need to consult individually regarding delivery times, supply quantities, and prices.
Should there be any changes in the supply situation, we will promptly share information and respond appropriately after discussions with our business partners.
## 2. Regarding the Price Revision of Gravure Ink Related Products
For gravure ink related products, raw material prices for pigments, resins, additives, and solvents are rising due to the tight supply and soaring market prices of crude oil and naphtha, which are key raw materials.
In light of this situation, although extremely regrettable, we have decided to implement a price revision as follows:
**[Outline of Price Revision]**
* **Implementation Period:** From shipments on May 1, 2026
* **Target Products:** All gravure ink related products
* **Price Revision Amount:** 30% or more
Specific prices for each product will be communicated by our sales representatives.
Moving forward, we will continue to make maximum efforts to ensure stable product supply and maintain quality, while appropriately responding to changes in the business environment.