Vat Red 14 is a commercial vat dye used for producing deep scarlet to orange-red shades on cellulosic fibers. It is supplied as an insoluble powder and must be converted to its leuco form (vatting/reduction) prior to application; after fixation the dye is oxidized on the fiber to restore its insoluble form and excellent fastness.
The details below are general guidance. Always run lab trials and consult the TDS / SDS supplied with the batch before use.
| Molecular class | Anthraquinone / benzimidazolone-linked vat dye (commercial formulations vary) |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Orange-red powder (insoluble in water) |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in certain chlorinated phenols / organic solvents — handle per SDS |
| Storage | Cool, dry, ventilated area; keep bag sealed; shelf life ~12–36 months depending on storage |
| Chemical / CI | Vat Red 14 (C.I. 71110) |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 8005-56-9 |
| Form | Orange – red powder (insoluble) |
| Typical application | Cotton dyeing, pad-steam, printing, discharge and vat finishes |
| Key properties | Excellent wash & light fastness; high levelness when properly vatted |
| Packaging | 25 kg kraft bags (custom packaging on request) |
Keep away from strong oxidizers and store in a dry place.
25KG/DRUM, CARTON BOX, BAG
Vat Red 14 is primarily used for cellulosic fibres such as cotton and viscose. It is applied after reduction to the leuco form and shows excellent wash and light fastness on cotton when properly fixed. Always perform a pilot test for blends and treated fabrics.
Typical steps: (1) Vatt/reduce dye to leuco form in an alkaline reducing bath, (2) impregnate/print/pad the fabric, (3) oxidize (air or oxidizing bath) to restore insoluble dye on the fibre, (4) wash and soaping as per TDS to remove unfixed dye.
No — as supplied it is insoluble in water. It is made soluble by chemical reduction to the leuco form during vatting. Refer to TDS for recommended reducing agents and dosages.
