iSense® Speciality Touch

A dramatic, visual and tactile finish

PPG iSense® Touch


Push differentiation to the limit

Evoke a full sensory experience with these varnishes that are expertly curated to represent a dramatic range of personalities and emotions—from refined and sophisticated to bold and adventurous, and everything in between.

Rely on proven performance

PPG iSense® Touch varnishes are engineered to create a wide range of visual and tactile effects that can be seen and felt, engaging the consumer’s senses on multiple levels from the initial purchase through the drinking experience.

From a trusted provider

Since the introduction of tactile varnish years ago, PPG has integrated our track record of experience and know-how into an advanced tactile appearance that balances the practical needs of application and use to create dramatic, durable beverage can finishes.


Meeting the need of canmakers

  • Satisfy your customer’s desire for the most differentiated cans on the shelf
  • The latest expertise and equipment knowledge to optimize mist, spoilage and film weight management
  • Save time on changeover and maximize tactile consistency for ultimate value
  • Compatible with specialty inks for tactile function
  • Optimized coefficient of friction for efficient movement and less damage through track work, transportation and handling

Helping your brand stand apart

  • A broad range of tactile effects, from subtle to adventurous
  • Engages the consumer both visually and tactually
  • Optimized coefficient of friction for filling line mobility
  • Excellent clarity over nutrition, ingredient and inventory code areas for easy readability
  • A durable finish to withstand transportation and handling (within standard conditions)

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