Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Clariant KSN Fluorescent Whitening Agent

Clariant KSN is a high-performance fluorescent whitening agent from Clariant’s Whitestar® series, designed for polyester and polyamide fibers. It delivers exceptional brightness, UV stability, and wash-fastness with low migration. Ideal for heat-transfer printing and high-temperature dyeing processes, KSN ensures consistent whiteness and color clarity without yellowing. Eco-friendly, REACH-compliant, and optimized for sustainable textile finishing.
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Features Of Clariant KSN Fluorescent Whitening Agent

  1. High photostability under UV and visible light exposure, ensuring lasting whiteness in demanding applications.

  2. Excellent compatibility with anionic, nonionic, and cationic surfactants commonly used in detergent formulations.

  3. Low volatility and thermal stability up to 200 °C, supporting high-temperature processing in polymer and textile applications.

  4. Non-bleeding performance on cellulose fibers, delivering uniform brightness without migration or staining.

  5. Eco-preferred profile: free of heavy metals, formaldehyde, and APEOs; compliant with major global regulatory frameworks.

Typical Applications Of Clariant KSN Fluorescent Whitening Agent

  1. Laundry detergents and fabric care products for enhanced fabric brightness and color freshness.

  2. Paper coating and surface sizing formulations to improve brightness and visual whiteness of premium printing papers.

  3. Plastic masterbatches for polyolefins (PP, PE) and PET, providing bright white appearance without yellowing.

  4. Textile dyeing and finishing baths for cotton, viscose, and lyocell to achieve high whiteness index (WI) values.

  5. Household and industrial cleaning formulations where optical enhancement complements cleaning performance.

Specifications Of Clariant KSN Fluorescent Whitening Agent

Chemical TypeStilbene-based fluorescent whitening agent (FWA)
Product FormFine crystalline powder
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow powder
SolubilitySoluble in hot water and common organic solvents (e.g., DMSO, DMF); dispersible in aqueous systems with suitable surfactants
pH (1% aqueous dispersion)5.5–7.0
Primary ApplicationsDetergents, paper, plastics, textiles, cleaning agents
Key FeaturesHigh fluorescence quantum yield, low migration, excellent wash-fastness
Storage StabilityStable for ≥24 months at ≤30 °C in original sealed packaging


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