DEERS i

Innovation for Sustainable Printing Solutions

At DEERS i R&D Center, we drive the future of sustainable printing through innovative, eco-friendly ink materials.
Our focus on green material technologies enables continuous development of core solutions such as plastic
alternatives, low-carbon processes, and bio-based (post-petrochemical) materials for a truly sustainable
printing environment.

Furthermore, the R&D Center focuses its capabilities on discovering new businesses and developing
technology-based business models that transcend the boundaries of the traditional printing industry.
Through convergence with various industries, it delivers new value to customers and the market.
Based on a total solution that combines sustainability and technological innovation,
the Dears Eye R&D Center is expanding beyond the printing industry into various industries,
securing new growth engines and leaping into new business areas.

Research Policy

Innovating Technology for Printing Industry Advancement

Through technological partnerships with leading global companies, we have developed proprietary ink and resin technologies. Building on our accumulated expertise and experience, we continue to advance the core technologies for producing the highest-quality inks and eco-friendly products in Korea.
In addition, we develop products that align with market demands and evolving trends, while providing the highest level of technical support.
Development of Eco-Friendly Materials to Replace Plastics

In response to stricter plastic regulations, we are developing biodegradable plastic alternatives as well as eco-friendly materials that are easy to recycle and process.
To protect the environment, human health, and ensure a sustainable future, we are continuously researching green technologies and designing a better tomorrow through innovative materials and processes.
Strengthening Research on Bio-Based (Post-Petrochemical) Materials

In line with eco-friendly and ESG management principles, the DEERS i R&D Center is developing products using natural bio-based materials.
Through these efforts, we contribute to reducing petroleum-based carbon emissions and achieving carbon neutrality.
Carbon Reduction and Enhanced Energy Efficiency

DEERS i continues its research and development efforts to achieve carbon neutrality.
Our R&D focuses on developing eco-friendly materials while reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency across all products and processes.

Key Patents

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13	Ink Composition for Offset Printing
12	Rosin-Modified Phenolic Resin and Solvent-Free Ink Composition Containing the Same
11	Ink Composition for Waterless Printing
10	UV-Curable Ink for Inkjet Printing and Method for Producing Printed Materials Using the Same
9	Metal Drier Capsule, Manufacturing Method Thereof, and Ink Composition Containing the Same
8	Aqueous Silver Nanowire Ink Composition for Transparent Electrode Formation and Method for Forming Transparent Electrodes Using the Same
7	Cyclodextrin-Metal Drier and Ink Composition Containing the Same
6	Polyurethane Adhesion-Promoting Coating Agent and Method for Forming Coating Films Using the Same
5	Aqueous Primer Composition for Enhancing Adhesion of Printing Sheets and Method for Producing Digital Printing Sheets Using the Same
4	Eco-Friendly Offset Ink for Printing and Manufacturing Method Thereof
3	Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Aqueous Primer Composition for Digital Printing and Method for Surface Treatment of Digital Printing Sheets Using the Same
2	Solvent-Free Vehicle Composition for Odor Reduction in Inks, Manufacturing Method Thereof, and Ink Composition
1	Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Aqueous Acrylic Resin Coating Composition and Method for Manufacturing Food-Contact Packaging Board Using the Same

National R&D Projects

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2015~2016	Development of Thermal Insulation Coatings Using Low-Cost Ceramic Hollow Materials
2016~2017	Development of World-Class Eco-Friendly Offset Ink with 0% Hydroquinone and 0% Petroleum-Based Organic Solvents
2016~2017	Development of Aqueous Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Primer Coating for Digital Printing with High Printability
2016~2019	Development of Pigments with ≤10 ppm Persistent Organic Pollutants (PCBs, PAAs) and Inks Free of Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic (CMR) Substances
2017~2018	Productivity Improvement of Special Color Offset Inks through Process Enhancement Using Ink Dispensers
2020~2022	Remote Ink Color-Matching Service Utilizing Printed Surface Reflectance Data
2020~2022	Development of Water-Repulpable High-Barrier Paper Packaging Materials
2021~2024	Development of High-Durability, Eco-Friendly Water-Dispersible Pigment Inks (Lightfastness ≥4) Free of VOCs
2021~2025	Development and Demonstration of Road-Applicable Solar Modules for Noise Barriers and Tunnels with Safe and Easy Maintenance
2022~2024	Development of Heat- and Chemical-Resistant Inorganic Composite Materials for PCB Label Coatings
2022~2024	Development of Eco-Friendly Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Aqueous Inkjet Inks for Various Media Printing
2022~2025	Development of Formaldehyde-Free Fluorescent Pigment Compositions (<200 nm) with High Brightness and Visibility, and Their Applications

R&D Achievements

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1945	Established Daihan Offset Ink Manufacturing Company; Developed Banknote Printing Ink
1971	Technical Partnership with DIC, Japan
1990	Developed Korea’s First Soy Ink
2002	Launched Inkjet Ink Products for Printers
2004	Developed Soy-Based Web Printing Ink (Green Fresh Soy)
2005	Developed UV Soy Hybrid Ink (HYBRIX)
2007	Developed the World’s First Solvent-Free Ink (SolFree); Awarded the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Prize
2008	Launched UV Inkjet Ink
2009	Developed Waterless Ink (Aqua Free)
2010	Developed Low-Temperature Drying Web Printing Ink
	“SolFree” Solvent-Free Ink Awarded the Presidential Prize at the Korea Green Management Awards
2013	Developed LED UV Ink
	Acquired Eco Mark Certification from the Japan Environment Association
2020	Developed Biodegradable Aqueous Coatings
2022	Developed UV Low-Migration Ink
2024	Developed FIRST UV Ink

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