Direct Black 56 alias direct light fast ash LRN, direct ash L-8BR. The appearance is generally gray uniform powder.
Direct fast gray LBN,Direct Gray L-8BR,Direct Light Fastness Gray LBN,Direct Light Fastness Gray LRN
It Mainly used for cotton, linen, silk, cellulose fiber fabrics such as glue the dyeing. Can also be used for leather, paper all the dyeing.
| Dyeing depth % | 2 |
| Insolubles % | 0.15 |
| Light Fastness | 4-6 |
| Washing Fatness | 2 |
| Rubbing fastness(dry) | 4 |
| Rubbing fastness(wet) | 3 |
sun exposure | soaping | flooding | perspiration | rubbing | ironing | acid and alkali resistant | |||||||
standard depth | 1/12 depth | original color change | white fiber stained | original color change | white fiber stained | original color change | white fiber stained | dry | wet | sulfuric acid | acetic acid | soda ash | |
5~6 | — | 3 | 2 | 4~5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4~5 | 3 | 4 | — | — | — |
It exhibits excellent wet and dry fastness, as well as good light fastness, making it suitable for textiles that require long-lasting color stability.
Yes, it can be blended with other direct dyes to achieve custom shades. However, testing small batches is recommended to ensure consistent results and color uniformity.
While Direct Black 56 is safe for standard textile applications, proper handling and wastewater treatment are advised to minimize environmental impact, in line with industrial safety standards.