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UV coating
UV coating is a liquid coating cured instantly with ultraviolet light, usually for a high-gloss, protective finish.
Applied over the whole sheet or as a spot UV on a logo or photo for contrast. Some UV coatings resist writing, glue and inkjet addressing, so leave the address area clear on mailers.
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