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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.


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