Advances in the preparation of water-based inks based on chemical modification of rosin

Modified rosin resin is a widely used binder material for water-based inks, offering several benefits such as low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, easy cleaning, and recyclability. This review outlines the methods for preparing water-based inks using chemically modified rosin resin and highlights their excellent properties. Given the current challenges in the practical application of water-based inks, various methods are employed to enhance their adhesion, weather resistance, tensile strength, printability, and gloss. The detailed exploration of deriving water-based inks from rosin through esterification and the Diels–Alder reaction is thoroughly examined in this study. It explores the mechanisms, materials, ratios, and process conditions crucial to this preparation. By optimizing these processes, the aim is to enhance rosin utilization and propose innovative approaches for crafting high-performance water-based inks.