Textile processes
Scouring detergents and wetting agents
Auxiliaries that quickly wet the fiber and remove oils, waxes, sizes and natural or process impurities, leaving the substrate ready for dyeing or finishing.
Main applications
- Scouring of cotton and blends
- Pre-washing of synthetic fibers
- Preparation of woven and knitted fabrics
Benefits
- Faster, more uniform absorbency
- Better dyeing reproducibility
- Fewer reworks due to stains or streaks
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Chelating agents
Products that sequester metal and hardness ions in the water and the fiber, preventing them from interfering with bleaching, dyeing or soaping.
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Leveling agents
Auxiliaries that control the dye uptake rate to achieve a uniform color distribution throughout the batch.
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Dyeing dispersants
Keep dyes and impurities dispersed in the bath, preventing agglomeration and redeposition on the fabric or machinery.
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