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environment. From durable outdoor signage to odorless indoor displays,23 HP Latex Inks provide highproductivity printing and broad media versatility across both coated and uncoated substrates. And, the HP large-format printing materials portfolio24 developed and tested with HP Latex Inks includes seven (7) recyclable substrates and five (5) that are covered by the HP Large-format Media take-back program.25 Dry, ready-to-use prints made on vinyl with the HP Designjet L25500 and L65500 Printers and HP Latex Inks can be laminated immediately using cold, hot, and liquid lamination methods.26 HP Latex Inks produce a flexible colorant layer for use in applications where it's important that the print can be bent, stretched, and folded without cracking. HP Latex Inks are water-based and offer important advantages over eco-solvent and low-solvent inks used in commercial and industrial inkjet printing. No special workplace ventilation is required27 to use the HP Designjet L25500 and L65500 Printers. HP Latex Inks enable an improved printing environment because they do not require special handling, contain no materials requiring hazard warning labels, and are non-flammable and non-combustible.28 In the European Union (EU)-widely recognized as having the most comprehensive set of labeling guidelines in the world-HP Latex Inks do not require hazard warning labels in accordance with EU Directive 1999/45/EC. HP Latex Inks do not produce ozone emissions during printing and contain no HAPs (hazardous air pollutants)29 or sensitizers and comply with Nordic Swan criteria, version 4.2. HP Latex Inks in the HP Designjet L25500 and L65500 Printers produce durable, high-quality output on a range of media, and achieve outdoor display permanence up to 3 years unlaminated and up to 5 years laminated.20,22 For prints produced on the HP Designjet L25500, HP Latex Inks offer display permanence and scratch, smudge, and water resistance (on water-resistant media) comparable to eco-solvent inks.20 For prints produced on the HP Designjet L65500, HP Latex Inks offer display permanence and scratch, smudge, and water resistance (on water-resistant media) comparable to low-solvent inks.22 Prints for indoor, in-window display on a range of media last up to 5 years unlaminated and up to 10 years with lamination.30 3-liter HP 786 Latex Designjet Ink Cartridges can further reduce the impact of printing on the environment with a design that includes a recyclable outer container made of cardboard. Its construction reduces material use and includes a recyclable cardboard container accounting for approximately 70% of the weight of the used ink cartridge.31 And, as ink is withdrawn, an internal ink bag collapses in a way that maximizes the amount of usable ink. Solvoprint Performance Clear 80 laminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance. For more information, see www.hp.com/go/supplies/printpermanence. 23 Printers using HP Latex Inks use internal heaters to dry and cure the latex polymer film. Some substrates may have inherent odor. 24 Visit www.hp.com/go/designjet/supplies for a description of HP large-format printing materials including availability in roll widths and lengths. 25 HP offers the HP Large-format Media take-back program in the U.S. and Europe, through which most HP recyclable signage media can be returned, availability varies. Some recyclable papers can be recycled through commonly available recycling programs. For details visit www.hp.com/go/recycle. Aside from this program, recycling opportunities for these products are currently only available in limited areas. Customers should consult local recycling resources for recycling these products. 26 Lamination compatibility is highly dependent on the printing material. HP recommends testing lamination performance prior to any important job. 27 Special ventilation is not required to meet US OSHA requirements on occupational exposure to VOCs from HP Latex Inks. Special ventilation equipment installation is at the discretion of the customer-no specific HP recommendation is intended. Customers should consult state and local requirements and regulations. 28 HP water-based Latex Inks are not classified as flammable or combustible liquids under the USDOT or international transportation regulations. These materials have been tested per the Pensky-Martins Closed Cup Method and the flash point is greater than 110 deg C. 29 No ozone products expected based on ink composition and printing technology. The inks were tested for Hazardous Air Pollutants per U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Method 311 (testing conducted in 2008) and none were detected. HAPs are air pollutants which are not covered by ambient air quality standards but which, as defined in the Clean Air Act, may present a threat of adverse human health effects or adverse environmental effects. 30 30 Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media. HP in-window predictions are based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant. Calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day. Laminated display permanence using Neschen Solvoprint Performance Clear 80 laminate. For more information, see www.hp.com/go/supplies/printpermanence. 31 Consult with your local authority to determine the appropriate method of waste disposal for the ink bag. 11