Water-based inks represent 44.7% within the ink type segment and packaging accounts for 61.2% of the end-use industry category in 2025. The eco-friendly inks market was valued at USD 4.2 billion in 2025, is projected to reach USD 8.9 billion by 2035 and is forecast to post a 7.8% CAGR between 2025 and 2035.