Optical Brightener for Detergents
- Also known as:
- Optical brightening agent · Fluorescent whitening agent · OBA
Fluorescent whitening agent that absorbs ultraviolet light and re-emits it as visible blue light, improving the perceived whiteness of fabrics. It is a classic component of detergents for white laundry. The type of brightener is selected according to the textile substrate and the washing process.
Functions
Typical applications
- Powder detergents
- Liquid detergents
- Laundry soaps
- Textile finishing
Specialties
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