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Katafix-BC is an all in one dye fixing agent for cellulosic’s dyed with Reactive, Direct, Indigo and Sulphur dyestuffs. It shows very good improvement in colour fastness to washing. For Indigo denims, can be applied after desizing and before or after stone washing or enzyme treatment. Katafix-BC can be applied by exhaust as well as pad application.
| Key Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Formaldehyde free
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Suitable for Oekotex and baby wear
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| Versatile
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Suitable for all anionic dyes
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| Improve wash fastness
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Works very well on Reactive, Indigo and Sulphur dyed Denim fabric
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| Physical appearance
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Colourless Clear Viscous Liquid
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| Ionic nature
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Cationic
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| pH of 1% solution | 6 +/- 1
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| Miscibility | Miscible with water
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| Compatibility | Compatible with cationic and non-ionic products
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| Stability
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Stable to dilute acids and dilute alkalies
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Exhaust Process (For Reactive dyed fabrics)
After thorough soaping of reactive dyed fabrics, treat in a fresh bath with below recipe :
| Exhaust Process
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Continuous Process
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|---|---|
| Dosage : 0.5-1.5%
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Dosage : 5-15 gpl
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| Bath pH : 5.0-5.5
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Pick-up : 65-70%
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| Bath Temp : 30-40 deg.C
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Bath pH : 5.0-5.5
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| Time. : 15-30 min.
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Drying : 130-170 deg.C
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Application (For Indigo & Sulphur dyed fabrics)
| Exhaust Process
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Padding Process
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|---|---|
| Dosage : 2-3%
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Dosage : 20-30 gpl
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| Bath pH : 5.0-5.5
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Pick-up : 65-70%
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| Bath Temp : 30-40 deg.C
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Bath pH : 5.0-5.5
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| Time. : 15-20 min.
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Drying : 110-130 deg.C
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| Spray application
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|---|
| Dosage : 20-30 gpl
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| Bath pH : 5.0-5.5
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Spraying  Drying at 110-130 deg.C |
Exhaust Process (For Direct dyed fabrics)
After thorough soaping of Direct dyed fabrics, treat in a fresh bath with below recipe:
Exhaust Process
| Exhaust Process
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Continuous Process
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|---|---|
| Dosage : 1.5-3%
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Dosage : 15-30 gpl
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| Bath pH : 3.5-4.5
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Pick-up : 65-70%
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| Bath Temp : 30-40 deg.C
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Bath pH : 65-70%
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| Time. : 15-30 min.
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Drying : 130-170 deg.C
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Instructions for Dilutions :
Procedure to prepare 22% Katafix-BC
1. Take 50 parts of Katafix-BC
2. To this, gradually add 50 parts of DM water at 25-30 deg.C under stirring
3. Continue stirring at 250-300 rpm for 15-20 min. using turbo stirrer to obtain homogenous solution
Storage Store in cool, ventilated shed away from heat and direct sunlight. Storage temperature should not exceed 35 deg c. Close lids firmly to avoid contact with air and moisture
Shelf life 9 months from the date of manufacturing, if stored under controlled conditions.
The above information is given in good faith and is without warranty
