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MOQ : 150 Kilograms

Industrial Optical Whitening Agent Specification

Chemical Name
Optical Whitening Agent (OBA)

Other Names
Fluorescent Brightener, Optical Brightening Agent

Type
Industrial Grade

Application
Textile, Paper, Detergent, Plastic, Leather, and related industries

Application Method
Added during manufacturing or post-treatment process depending on substrate

Feature
Enhances whiteness and brightness, Improves visual appeal

Appearance
Pale yellow to white powder or granular

Raw Material
Organic chemical compounds

Physical State
Solid

Usage
Whitening and brightening of fibers, paper, plastics, detergents, and more

Shelf Life
2 years

Ingredients
Stilbene or Coumarin derivatives (composition may vary)

Solubility
Soluble in water and some organic solvents

Purity(%)
98% min

Melting Point
Around 220-230C

Ionic Nature
Anionic/Nonionic (varies by formulation)

Packaging
25 kg fiber drum or customized packaging

Storage Conditions
Store in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

pH Range
6-8 (1% aqueous solution)

Toxicity
Non-toxic under recommended usage

Molecular Formula
C40H38N12O8S2 (Representative for Stilbene-based OBAs)

Industrial Optical Whitening Agent Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
150 Kilograms

Payment Terms
Cash in Advance (CID), Cheque

Supply Ability
150 Kilograms Ton Per Month Per Month

Delivery Time
Days

Sample Available
Yes

Sample Policy
Free samples are available

Packaging Details
As per customer requirement.

Main Export Market(s)
Asia

Main Domestic Market
South India

About Industrial Optical Whitening Agent

We have carved a niche in the market as a prime organization engaged in offering Optical Whitening Agent For Textile. It is a whitening agent for cellulose and regenerated fibers. We use optimum grade compounds sourced from trusted vendors to process this agent. It is miscible with water in all proportions and hence very easy to use. Optical Whitening Agent For Textile has medium affinity and hence suitable for continuous and exhaust application. We offer this agent at market leading prices.

Features:

Good stability to hard water
Suitable in one bath bleaching
Stilbene sulphonic acid derivative

EUROPAL SI LIQUID

OPTICAL BRIGHTENING AGENT FOR CELLULOSE AND REGENERATED FIBERS.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Liquid miscible with water in all proportions and hence very easy to use.
Has medium affinity and hence suitable for continuous and exhaust applications.
Has very good stability in Hydrogen peroxide and Sodium hydrosulphite bath. Hence suitable in one bath bleaching processes and in white discharge print paste.
Suitable over wide range of temperature in applications.
Very good stability to hard water, acid and alkali.

General Properties

APPERANCE	Light to dark straw coloured liquid.
Chemical Constitution	Stilbene sulphonic acid derivative
Ionic nature	Anionic
Affinity	Medium
pH of (1% solution)	9 1
Hue	Brilliant Bluish white
Solubility	Easily soluble
pH Stability	5.5 to 12
Specific Gravity	1.18 to 1.20

Applications

Exhaust Method

Europal 2BH Liquid	%	0.2 to 0.8
Glaubers Salt	g/l	2 to 5
Temperature	^oC	20 to 85
Time	Min	20 to 30
Liquor ratio		1 : 10 to 1: 30

Padding Method

Europal 2B	g/l	1.0 to 3.0
Glaubers Salt		nil
Temperature	^oC	20 to 40

Fastness Properties

Light	Good
Washing	Very Good
Alkali	Very Good
Perspiration	Very Good
Heat	Very Good

Exceptional Whitening and Brightening Performance

This Industrial Optical Whitening Agent offers superior enhancement of whiteness and brightness for a wide range of materials. It utilizes advanced stilbene or coumarin derivatives to deliver impressive fluorescent effects and improve the appearance of finished products, meeting exacting industrial standards.

Versatile Application Across Multiple Industries

Immensely popular in textiles, paper, plastics, detergents, and leather, this OBAs flexible formulation allows it to be added at various stagesduring manufacturing or as a post-treatment. Its effective and reliable performance makes it a vital component in processes where whiteness and clarity are critical.

Safe, Reliable, and Easy to Use

With a non-toxic profile under recommended usage, handling this OBA is straightforward. It requires storage in a cool, dry environment, away from direct sunlight. Long shelf life and high purity ensure consistent results and peace of mind for large-scale industrial operations.

FAQs of Industrial Optical Whitening Agent:

Q: How is the Industrial Optical Whitening Agent applied in manufacturing processes?

A: The agent can be incorporated during manufacturing or introduced as a post-treatment, depending on the specific substrate and desired level of whitening or brightening. It is suitable for fibers, paper, plastics, detergents, leather, and related applications.

Q: What industries typically benefit from using stilbene-based Optical Whitening Agents?

A: Textile, paper, detergent, plastic, and leather industries frequently use stilbene-based OBAs to achieve intensified whiteness and visual appeal in their finished products.

Q: When should this Optical Whitening Agent be added: during production or post-manufacturing?

A: The agent may be added either during the initial manufacturing stage or after production, as a post-treatment. The choice depends on substrate characteristics and the overall process requirements.

Q: Where should Industrial OBAs be stored to maintain effectiveness?

A: For optimal preservation, the agent be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, which safeguards its chemical integrity for up to two years.

Q: What is the primary process used for integrating this OBA into products?

A: OBAs are typically dissolved in water or compatible solvents, then uniformly mixed with the material to be whitened, ensuring thorough distribution and consistent enhancement of brightness.

Q: What is the main benefit of using Optical Whitening Agents in industrial applications?

A: The primary advantage is significant improvement in whiteness and brightness, helping products stand out visually and meet high market standards for appearance.

Q: Is the Industrial Optical Whitening Agent safe for handling and use?

A: Yes, when used as recommended, this agent is non-toxic. Proper storage and handling in industrial settings ensure the safety of users and maintain product efficacy.

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