About us

Established in 1978, Magna Colours Ltd manufacture environmentally aware water based printing inks.  Working with major international brands and retailers our Magnaprint range is known throughout the world as the leader in water based technology.

Having always been a water based company, Magna Colours have never used PVC or phthalates and as such our water based developments are at the forefront of water based technologies available. 

Our Magnaprint® product range is:

• free from PVC
• free from phthalates
• free from APEO
• free from formaldehyde
• heavy metal limits in accordance with BSEN71
• certified to Oekotex Standard 100 Class 1

Technical excellence & total customer support

The Magna laboratory at Dodworth is a crucial link in our customer support chain.  Qualified and trained personnel working in well-equipped facilities ensure that our customers get the best service and technical back-up possible.

Investment in computer-controlled colour matching equipment means that we can offer customers a fast and accurate service from our laboratory.

The customer support we provide extends into every stage of customers' manufacturing cycles.  Our expertise and experience encompass the entire manufacturing spectrum from blending and dispensing through to effluent treatment, providing customers with an invaluable additional technical resource.

We will continue to develop innovative products which will meet the needs of our customers and provide the most environmentally friendly solutions.