vat dye

• Tipo de colorante que se aplica a la tela en forma soluble y reducida, y luego se oxida para volverse insoluble, proporcionando una excelente solidez del color. Se usa comúnmente para teñir algodón y otras fibras celulósicas.

A type of dye that is applied to fabric in a soluble reduced form and then oxidized to become insoluble, resulting in excellent colorfastness. Commonly used for dyeing cotton and other cellulosic fibers.

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   A type of dye that is applied in a soluble reduced form and then oxidized to become insoluble, resulting in high colorfastness.

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   • Vat dyes are commonly used for dyeing cotton and other cellulosic fibers.
   • Indigo is a classic example of a vat dye used for denim.
   • The vat dyeing process requires careful control of temperature and chemicals.