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Message: [QUOTE="WilliamRegan, post: 228631, member: 24959"] It sounds like a fun and rewarding project! When it comes to printing on food grade materials like cardboard, it’s important to balance aesthetics with food safety. Here are a few insights from my experience with custom packaging: For food packaging, [B]flexographic printing[/B] is often a top choice. It’s cost effective for large runs and works really well on cardboard, especially for custom designs like pizza slice boxes. Flexo uses water based inks, which makes it a more eco friendly option compared to solvent based methods and it’s safe for food related products. The inks dry quickly and adhere well to the material, ensuring your designs remain sharp and vibrant. If you’re looking for high quality, detailed designs with more color flexibility, [B]digital printing[/B] is a great alternative. It’s especially ideal for shorter runs or intricate designs since there are no setup costs like offset printing. However, make sure the inks are food safe and meet the required safety standards for food packaging. When it comes to eco-friendliness, [B]soy-based inks[/B] and [B]water-based coatings[/B] are both safe and sustainable options. These won’t interfere with the food, and they give a nice matte or glossy finish, depending on what you’re aiming for. In terms of maintaining food safety standards, always make sure the printing materials are certified for direct food contact. [B]Food-safe inks[/B] are essential and you might also want to consider an eco friendly coating or lamination to protect the packaging from grease or moisture while maintaining the eco-conscious vibe. Best of luck with your project! It sounds like you’re on the right track and I’m sure your custom pizza slice boxes will turn out amazing! [/QUOTE]

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