Heat Transfer Water Based Hydrochromic Ink

Water based hydrochromic ink on fabric which changes color under water. It is perfect to be applied in Bangladesh RMG industry to design clothes in an interactive way, particularly swimwear and activewear.

Model name

PT

Payment Method

Stripe, Paypal

Min. Order

5 KG

For Import Min QTY

300 KG.

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Description

Heat Transfer Water Based Hydrochromic Ink Specification 

Specification Details
Ink Type Water based hydrochromic ink
Appearance White color ink when it gets dry
Viscosity 30,000 – 40,000 mPa-s (Thixotropic)
Screen board suggestion 100 – 150 Mesh
Peel Type Cold Peel Only (to prevent ink splitting)
Compliance ZDHC Level 3, Oeko-Tex Standard 100, PVC-Free

Advantage & Features 

  • Environmentally friendly and safe as textile.
  • Good fabric adhesion.
  • High opacity when dry
  • Changes from white to transparent when wet
  • Returns to original color after drying
  • Fit creative and decorative printing.

Applications 

Swimwear, beachwear, activewear, moisture indicator garments, medical textiles, umbrellas, rainwear, promotional items

Warranty & Delivery

Delivery

Estimated delivery: 1–2 days if in stock; 30–45 days if import is required. For current availability and exact timing, please contact our sales team.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What mesh count should I use for water based hydrochromic ink?

A: Use 80–120 mesh (32T–48T). Lower mesh builds a thicker, opaque layer to fully hide the image when dry.

Q: Why is my print ghosting (showing the hidden image when dry)?

A: The ink layer is too thin, which affects the quality of the final print. Use a lower mesh or add a Print-Flash-Print stroke to increase opacity.

Q: Is this hydrochromic ink compatible with nylon swimwear?

A: Yes, but use Polyamide (PA) hot-melt powder for nylon. For cotton, use PU powder.

Q: Can I peel the transfer while it’s hot?

A: No. It requires a Cold Peel. Hot peeling can cause the ink to split or lift, impacting the overall quality of the printed material.

Q: Does this ink need a fixing agent?

A: Yes, add 1–3% fixing agent for durability and wash fastness—especially important in humid climates to prevent hydrolysis.

Company Information

Prominent Tec Company Information