Process for dyeing spandex fibers

Details Process for dyeing spandex fibers Process for dyeing spandex fibers

1994-10-07

1996-03-19

Einsmann, Margaret

Bleaching and dyeing; fluid treatment and chemical modification

Dye or potential dye composition, additive, treatment,...

Azo, acridone, or quinone dye

8926, D06P 324, C09B 4500

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055000258

ABSTRACT:
A process for dyeing spandex. The process includes the steps of setting the dyebath with an organic acid; adding a pre-metallized acid dye to the dyebath; heating the dyebath until completion of dyeing; and cooling the dyebath. In the preferred embodiment the organic acid is selected from the group including formic and acetic acid. Also, in the preferred embodiment, the dyebath is heated at a rate of between about 0.5 F. and 3 F. per minute up to a temperature of between about 220 F. and 250 F. The resulting dyed spandex passes an AATCC IIA wash test.

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