Latex Ordering Information, Qualatex Latex Balloon Ink Colors & Color Assortments, Microfoil Ordering Information, Microfoil Balloon Ink Colors & Color Assortments

Catalog Pricing – All prices are listed in U.S. dollars. Prices, terms, and items are subject to change without notice. If world events force increases, we reserve the right to change our rates without notice. This catalog is not an offer to sell and any order may be declined.

Cancellation Charge – Changes to orders in production will be charged a cancellation charge.

Minimum Order – See price grids for requirements. All minimums are per each imprint/design.

Print Direction – Each balloon is printed to be read with the neck down. Clearly specify if print is to be positioned otherwise.

Production Time – Please clearly indicate delivery date required on your order. Allow up to two additional working days for preparation of art. Additional time will be required for Kinderprint Kits, insertion of ProLite Balloon Valves in latex balloons, and any special packaging. The amount of time will depend on the size of the order.

Rush Orders – Rush service is available, contact Customer Service.

Shipping/Packaging – See Shipping Information.

Overruns/Underruns – All latex balloon orders and Kinderprint Kits are subject to 5%; all Microfoil orders are subject to 10% and will be invoiced accordingly. Punch Balls, Beach Balls, Yo-Yos, Wacky Eggs, Mini Toy Springs, Candy Dispensers, Mini Backboards, and Mini Sport Balls are subject to 5% and will be invoiced accordingly.

• Latex Screen Charge (#30099): $34.00(C)
• Second-Side Imprint (one color only): 1,000-4,999 – $.05(C) ea.; 5,000 or more – $.025(C) ea.
• Second-Side Imprint (multi-color): Minimum 2,500 pieces. Side with fewer colors is considered the second side. For 2,500-4,999 – $.05(C) ea.; 5,000 or more – $.025(C) ea.
• Giant Latex Balloons Screen Charge (#35388): $70.00(C)
• Giant Latex Balloons Second-Side Imprint: If same art, add $.36(C) ea. If different art, add $.70(C) ea. See above
  for applicable screen charge.
• Photo Print Charge (#80940): $60.00(C) See art requirements.
• Change of Ink Color (under 10,000 balloons) (#30102): $20.00(C) for each change.
• Custom Ink Blend (#30103): $30.00(C) per run; custom blends are not inventoried.
• Paper/E-mailed Proofs – Latex (#31858) $10.00(C) each imprint, if requested, or if no hard copy of the art is supplied.
• Virtual Proofs – Latex (#97570) $15.00(C) each imprint, if requested.
• Virtual Sample/Image: Virtual samples powered by Technologo.com.
  
• Production Time – Normal production time is 5-7 working days after receipt of order and approved artwork, depending on product ordered. For IMPRESS V, Multi-Color print, and Banner balloons production time, contact Customer Service.
• Rush Service – Rush Service & 24-Hour Quick Serve is available, contact Customer Service.
  

(See color chart.)

• When choosing balloon and ink color combinations, consider the effect of the balloon color when combined with the ink color, particularly when printing on an assortment of balloon colors. A change of ink may be required for desired result. Colors can be custom-blended. The Pantone Matching System (PMS) color numbers are used as a point of reference only. Exact PMS color matches cannot be guaranteed. Custom ink blends are not inventoried. Latex inks are compared to uncoated PMS ink colors.
  
• Latex Ink Colors – Black, White, Red, Yellow, Royal Blue, Green, Brown, Orange, Pink, Purple, Burgundy, Teal, Gold, and Silver. Black ink is recommended on the Rainbow Assortment (L05). White ink is recommended for the Radiant Jewel (L75) and Radiant Pearl Assortment (L78).

• Latex Balloon Color Assortments – When choosing an assortment, or creating your own, please show the balloon color number(s) on the order. Assortments of any combination of colors are available, and unless otherwise specified, colors are assorted in the bag. Pricing will be based on categories of colors selected and invoiced accordingly.
• For orders under 500 balloons, choose one balloon color or one color assortment listed on the color chart.
  Extra Balloon Color Charge (#30599): $2.50(X) per color.
• For orders over 500-999, choose up to two balloon colors or one color assortment listed on the color chart.
  Extra Balloon Color Charge (#30599): $2.50(X) per color.
• For orders over 1,000 or more, choose no more than four balloon colors or one color assortment listed on the color chart.
  Extra Balloon Color Charge (#30599): $2.50(X) per color.
• Other stock color assortments available. Contact Customer Service.

• 18" & 20" Microfoil Screen Charge (#25717): $48.00(C) per color
• 36" Microfoil Screen Charge (#25718): $70.00(C) one color only.
• Second-Side Screen Imprint (1-color only): For 18" and 20" balloons – $.33(C) per balloon.
  For 36" balloons – $2.25(C) per balloon. See above for applicable screen charge.
• Second-Side Imprint (Multi-color): 250 piece minimum.
• For same print second side: 18" and 20" balloons – $.33(C) per color, per piece.
  For different print second side: $.40(C) per color, per piece. See above for applicable screen charges.
• Photo Print Charge (#80941): $73.00(C) See art requirements.
• Change of Ink Color (#30141): $30.00(C) per color for each change.
• Custom Ink Blend (Screen Print) (#10030): $34.00(C) per color, per run; custom ink blends are not inventoried.
• Flexographic Plate Charges: Charges are in addition to balloon prices. Please contact Customer Service for quote. Quotes will be based on number of imprint colors and balloon background colors.
• Second Side Flexographic Print: Add $.10(F) per balloon and plate charge per color
• Flexographic Print Change of Ink Color (#26164): $80.00(F) per color for each change. Additional plate charges may be required. Contact Customer Service.
• Flexographic Custom Ink Blend (#10086): $60.00(F) per color, per run; custom ink blends are not inventoried.
• Paper/E-mailed Proofs – Microfoil (#31859) $10.00(C) each imprint, if requested, or if no hard copy of the art is supplied.
• Virtual Proofs – (1-color Screen Print only) Microfoil (#97570) $15.00(C) each imprint, if requested. For flexographic proofs, please contact Customer Service
• Virtual Sample/Image: Virtual samples powered by Technologo.com.
• Production Time – After receipt of approved artwork, allow 5-7 working days for one-color screen print; allow approximately 12-20 working days for flexographic print. For multi-color screen print production time, contact Customer Service.
• Rush Service – Extended whenever possible, contact Customer Service.

(See color chart.)

Colors can be custom-blended. The Pantone Matching System (PMS) color numbers are used as a point of reference only. Exact PMS color matches cannot be guaranteed. Custom ink blends are not inventoried. Microfoil inks are compared to coated PMS ink colors.

• Microfoil Screen Print Ink Colors – Pantone ink colors include: Yellow (#109), Orange (#1655), Fire Red (#186), Burgundy (#202), Purple (#2603), Green (#341), Blue (#300), Pantone Rubine Red, Pantone Rodamine Red, and Pantone Reflex Blue. Other ink colors include: Black, White, Silver, and Gold.
• Microfoil Flexographic Print Ink Colors – A large inventory of standard flexographic inks is offered at no additional charge. For inks not in inventory, add $60.00(F) per color.
• Microfoil Balloon Color Assortments – When creating your own assortment, show the individual balloon color numbers on the order. For screen-print orders of 50-249 balloons, choose up to four balloon colors; for orders of 250 or more balloons, choose up to eight balloon colors.