BOWA GmbH
Thermal Inkjet Inks for Industry, Food & Pharma
Since 1998, BOWA GmbH has been developing high-quality HP 45-compatible Thermal Inkjet inks (TIJ) for precise, safe and sustainable marking. Our inks stand for maximum print quality, short delivery times and verified INKSECURE security.
Official HP-SPTS Partner
We are the world’s leading HP Speciality Printing & Technology Solutions (SPTS) ink partner and use original HP 45 cartridges, which we fill with our own inks or HP inks.
Shipping in 3 days
Thanks to our in-house production in Germany, we ship custom inks within just 3 days within Germany, instead of the industry-standard 3 weeks.
INKSECURE quality
Each of our batches undergoes a 10% random-sample inspection in accordance with our INKSECURE quality standard. For best quality, consistent performance and traceability.
Custom ink development for every application
Tailor-made ink solutions for your requirements
No printing process is the same—and that is exactly where our strength lies. BOWA develops custom ink formulations, perfectly matched to your application, your substrate and your production conditions. Whether for barcodes, 2D codes, batch printing or special packaging materials, our experts develop a precisely tailored solution that optimises readability, adhesion and drying.
From the idea to the finished ink: everything from a single source.
Environmentally conscious production
Sustainable Thermal Inkjet inks – safe for people & the environment
Our inks are developed in accordance with the REACH Regulation and are free of SVHC substances.
Produced in Germany, packaged in recyclable cartons and shipped CO₂-neutrally with DPD – for maximum performance with a minimal footprint.
Your benefits at a glance
Why leading industrial companies worldwide rely on BOWA
Our Thermal Inkjet inks are the result of more than 25 years of research, HP technology and sustainable production. Every ink is backed by our INKSECURE quality promise—for maximum print quality, security and traceability. With ISO-certified processes and customer-specific development, we ensure reliable product marking that sets standards worldwide.
Your application. Your ink. Our expertise.
Let us develop your perfect ink!
Talk to our experts—we will develop your custom inkjet ink, tailored to the printhead, substrate and production environment. Benefit from short delivery times, HP 45 compatibility and technical advice at the highest level.
BOWA Specialty Inks
Custom ink solutions for special applications.
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SPTS inks
HP 45-compatible, fast, precise, reliable.
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Accessories & Spare Parts
Everything for your TIJ printing, perfectly matched.
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About BOWA GmbH
Experience, innovation and partnership at the highest level
For more than 25 years, BOWA GmbH has been developing innovative solutions in the field of Thermal Inkjet technology. Our drive is the perfect combination of quality, speed and sustainability—for customers from all over the world.
