Nestogen PLA | Leveling agent & Stripping Agent for disperse dyes

• Product Information

  Nestogen PLA is a leveling agent and stripping and synchronising agent for disperse dyes on polyester.

• Key Features & Benefits

  • Nestogen PLA is an excellent leveling agent for disperse dyeing of polyester.
  • Nestogen PLA strips disperse dye from polyester and hence can be used for faulty dyeing correction.
  • It can be used as reduction clearing assistant as it removes superficial dyes and improves fastness properties.
  • It can be used in the application of optical brighteners.
  • Nestogen PLA is non -toxic.

• General Characteristics

  Type: Non-ionic

  Constitution: Ethylene oxide condensate of Vegetable oil

  Appearance: Lemon yellow to brown clear viscous liquid

  Solubility: Easily soluble in water, organic solvents, liquid fatty acids, common vegetable oils, and mineral oils.

  Compatibility: Compatible with weak alkalies and acids, particularly at lower temperatures.

• Application

  1. As Dye Leveling Agent: Set the dyebath at 60°C with

  • Nestogen DAN: 0.5-1.0 g/l
  • Nestogen PLA: 0.25-0.5 g/l
  • Acetic acid/buffer: Adjust to pH = 4.5 to 5.0 Carry out the normal dyeing cycle.

  2. As Stripping Agent for Repair of Faulty Dyeing: For 20-30% reduction in depth

  • Acetic acid: Adjust to pH = 4.5-5.5

  For 60-70% reduction

  • Caustic soda: Adjust to pH = 9.5-10.5
  • Nestogen PLA: 2.0-4.0 g/l Treat for 30 minutes at 130°C.

  3. As Reduction Clearing Assistant:

  • Nestogen PLA: 2 g/l In the reduction clearing bath with sodium hydrosulphite and caustic soda, and treat for 30 mins at 70°C.

• Storage & Packing

  Storage: Stable under normal conditions.