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The definitions presented here are merely general descriptions that may prove helpful. They do not supersede the definitions of technical terms as they are used in specific documents, agreements, proposals, offerings or patents.

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A

Anti-creasing Agent

A processing aid used to reduce crease marks during wet textile processing.

Anti-migrant

An additive used to reduce movement of dyestuff or pigment during drying.

Anti-pilling Agent

A finish used to reduce fiber fuzzing and pill formation during wear.

D

Dye Carrier

An additive used to promote dye uptake, especially in hydrophobic fibers.

E

Enzyme Wash

A textile wash process using enzymes to modify fabric feel or appearance.

F

Finishing Catalyst

A catalyst used to cure textile finishing systems efficiently.

Flame Retardant Finish

A textile treatment used to reduce ignition or flame spread on fabric.

L

Levelling Agent

An additive used to improve uniform dye uptake and reduce shade variation.

M

Mercerizing Agent

A chemical used in mercerization to improve luster, dye affinity, and strength.

P

Peroxide Stabilizer

An additive used to control decomposition of hydrogen peroxide during bleaching.

Printing Binder

A binder used to anchor pigments or prints onto textile substrates.

S

Scouring Agent

A detergent-type chemical used to remove oils, waxes, and impurities from textile fibers.

Silicone Softener

A silicone-based softener used to provide smoothness, drape, and lubricity.

Soaping Agent

A post-dyeing wash aid used to remove unfixed dye from textile surfaces.

T

Textile Crosslinking Resin

A durable press resin used to improve wrinkle resistance in textiles.

Textile Dispersing Agent

An additive used to keep dye particles or auxiliaries evenly dispersed.

Textile Fixing Agent

An after-treatment used to improve dye fixation and wash fastness.

Textile Optical Brightener

A fluorescent whitening agent used to enhance perceived whiteness of fabrics.

Textile Sequestering Agent

An additive used to bind metal ions and improve textile process consistency.

Textile Softener

A finishing chemical used to improve softness and hand feel of fabric.

Textile Thickener

A rheology modifier used to control viscosity in printing or coating pastes.

Textile Wetting Agent

A surfactant used to improve wetting and rapid penetration into textile substrates.

W

Water Repellent

A finish used to reduce wetting and water penetration on textiles.