Colour Index (CI)
The colour index (CI) developed by the Society of Dyers and Colorists, is used for dye classification.
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Crock
The crock is a term used to describe how dye rubs off the fabric on the skin or other material.
Dips
Dips are used to describe fabric or yarn when in the dye. Indigo yarns dipped in an indigo bath usually 6 times but up to 16 times.
Dyeability
Dyeability is a term used to describe the ability of a fibre or textile fabric to be dyed.
Dyes low impact
Dyes Low Impact – dyes that are more environmentally friendly than conventional dyes because they contain no metals, low salt, AZO & oxazines compound free.
Fixation
Fixation is a term used to describe the formation of a sort of final bond between the fibre and dye. The bond type formed changes with the type of dye and the fibre. For example, acid dyes fixing is usually performed by different assortment of mechanisms like hydrophobic forces and ionic bonding, while in the case of reactive dyes generally fixes by covalent bond. Read more..
Nylon fibre
Nylon is a synthetic fibre invented by DuPont that was used originally for hosiery but is used in many applications. Nylon is naturally water-repellent, easy to dye, and very strong. These features have helped nylon replace cotton in many industrial uses, like bags and flags. Read more..
Water jet fading
Water jet fading is a term used to describe a particular textile finishing process for denim garment. The method is based on using hydro jet for making special surface texture or patterning surface finish of the final clothing. Read more..
