{"product_id":"grey-blocker-underbase","title":"Grey Blocker Underbase Plastisol Ink – 290–310°F Cure – Dye Migration Control","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrey Blocker Underbase Plastisol Ink\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-opacity, low-bleed dye-migration blocker printed \u003cstrong\u003eunder\u003c\/strong\u003e your white and color layers on \u003cstrong\u003epolyester, tri-blends and sublimated garments\u003c\/strong\u003e. The neutral grey traps the fabric's own dye so your top colors stay true instead of turning pink or yellow days later. \u003cstrong\u003eCPSIA-compliant and phthalate-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in Hackensack, New Jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlash 230°F, full cure 300°F. Pint, quart, gallon and 5 gallon. Heat cure. Made in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"test-print-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways run a test print first.\u003c\/strong\u003e Before any production run, print and fully cure a test on your exact garment and check opacity, hand and wash-fastness. It's the best habit in the shop — if you're not sure on settings, call us at \u003cstrong\u003e201-487-9600\u003c\/strong\u003e before you run the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it prints on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted as the first (underbase) layer, then topped with your white and color plastisol. Best on the dye-prone fabrics that cause migration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% polyester and sublimated garments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTri-blends and poly\/cotton blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-color prints on dark or dye-prone fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAthletic and performance wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrinting \u0026amp; curing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110–160 for full underbase opacity (200+ for finer detail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSqueegee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65, 75 or 80 durometer — or a 70\/90\/70 triple durometer for sharp edges with easy fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlash:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230°F between layers before printing your top colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bring the \u003cem\u003efull ink film\u003c\/em\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e300°F\u003c\/strong\u003e — always confirm with a temp gun or donut probe, not dryer air temp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended companion products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quick-flash-reducer-quart-for-plastisol-screen-printing-inks\"\u003eQuick Flash Reducer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — thins the ink for easier printing and finer detail without killing opacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soft-hand-plastisol-base-smooth-finish-additive-for-screen-printing-inks\"\u003eSoft Hand Base\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — add for a softer, lighter hand feel on the garment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/badass-puff-additive-agent-high-rise-puff-effect-for-plastisol-inks\"\u003eBadass Puff Additive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix in for a raised, high-rise puff effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/umx-mixing-colors\"\u003eUMX® Pantone® Mixing Colors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/umx-mixing-kits\"\u003eUMX® Mixing Kit\u003c\/a\u003e) — match any Pantone® color in-house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleanup:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/opti-wash-125-odor-free-all-purpose-ink-remover\"\u003eOPTI Wash 125\u003c\/a\u003e (odor-free screen \u0026amp; tool wash) and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/opti-spot-303-professional-spot-cleaning-fluid-for-ink-fabric-stains\"\u003eOPTI Spot 303\u003c\/a\u003e (spot cleaning).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow close are we to your Pantone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/standard-color-pantone-pms-chart\"\u003eSee our Standard Color → Pantone® (PMS) Match Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the closest Pantone® reference for every Total Ink Solutions standard color, with RGB and HEX values. For an exact, verified match, our UMX® system mixes to your target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety, PPE \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear \u003cstrong\u003enitrile gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/strong\u003e; avoid prolonged skin contact with uncured ink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint with adequate ventilation; curing releases vapors — vent your dryer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways stir the ink before use\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard practice to re-blend any settling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep sealed and out of direct sunlight. Shelf life is \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/strong\u003e for standard inks; \u003cstrong\u003elow-cure and all-polyester inks must be stored at 60–80°F\u003c\/strong\u003e. In high heat expect some \u003cstrong\u003eexpansion in the container\u003c\/strong\u003e — open carefully. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not freeze.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncured ink is not hazardous waste but should be handled and disposed of per local regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefer to the Safety Data Sheet before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPSIA compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets 16 CFR Part 1303 (\u0026lt;90 ppm lead in surface coatings) and CPSIA §101 (\u0026lt;100 ppm total lead); safe for use on children's apparel. \u003cstrong\u003ePhthalate-free\u003c\/strong\u003e formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Ink Solutions\u003cbr\u003e200 South Newman Street, Unit 4 \u0026amp; 5\u003cbr\u003eHackensack, NJ 07601\u003cbr\u003ePhone: 201-487-9600 · Fax: 201-487-9620\u003cbr\u003eEmail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@totalinksolutions.com\"\u003esales@totalinksolutions.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Total Ink Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":50606457159993,"sku":"PF-GreyBlockerBase-PT-1","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":50606457192761,"sku":"PF-GreyBlockerBase-QT-2","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon","offer_id":50606457225529,"sku":"PF-GreyBlockerBase-G-3","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":50606457258297,"sku":"PF-GreyBlockerBase-5G-4","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0921\/5813\/2537\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jul_20_2026_08_29_50_AM.jpg?v=1784550748","url":"https:\/\/checkout.totalink.com\/products\/grey-blocker-underbase","provider":"TOTAL INK SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}