Properties of Reactive Dyes
by : Rahul Sharma
Properties Of Reactive Dyes:
- Reactive dye is anionic in nature.
- Reactive dye is water soluble dye.
- They have better wash and light fastness properties.
- They have better substantivity.
- They from strong co-valent bond with the cellulosic fiber.
- Alkaline condition is must required for dyeing.
- Electrolyte is must for exhaustion of dyes in the fiber.
- A certain amount of dyes are hydrolyzed during application.
- Wide range of color can be produced with reactive dyes .
- Comparatively cheap in price.
