Why use Fluorescent Whitening Agent ?
Fluorescent Whitening agents are also called Optical brightener.
These additives are used in order to :
- Brighten colors
- Mask natural yellowing of plastics
- Improve initial color
- Get brilliancy of colored or black pigmented articles
These Fluorescent whitening agents work via a
fluorescent mechanism which absorbs light in the UV spectrum
and emits light in the blue region of visible spectrum to yield a brighter and fresher
appearance.
Suggested applications are :
- Molded thermoplastic
- Film and Sheets
- Fibers
- Adhesives
- Synthetic Leather
This additive center is designed to help you learn more about Fluorescent whitening
agents, the
mode of action and
example of applications.
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