Dyes

Acid Dyes

Acid dyes are anionic water-soluble colorants applied to protein fibers (wool, silk) and polyamide (nylon) from acidic aqueous baths, forming ionic bonds with the protonated amine groups of the fiber polymer to produce level, well-penetrated dyeings across the complete color spectrum with good to excellent wet and light fastness. The acid dye class encompasses a wide range of molecular structures including monoazo, diazo, anthraquinone, and metal-complex types with varying migration, leveling, and fastness properties suited to different fiber substrates, dyeing machinery, and end-use requirements. Metal-complex (1:2) acid dyes offer the best light and wet fastness for wool, while milling acid dyes provide excellent felting resistance for machine-washable wool programs.

Key Applications

  • Exhaust dyeing of wool yarn, tops, and fabric across the full color gamut
  • Piece dyeing of nylon woven and knitted fabrics
  • Silk dyeing for fashion and decorative textile applications
  • Dyeing of polyamide in nylon-cotton blend fabrics and hosiery
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