Aako Briljant HWA

Product description

AAKO Briljant HWA is a Fluorescent Whitening Agent (FWA), also called an Optical Brightener (OBA) for incorporation in detergents.

It absorbs high energy radiation in the UV-A region (280 nm – 390 nm) and emits lower energy radiation in blue region in visible spectrum (400 nm – 450 nm). This blue light can be used to counteract the yellowish appearance of products or substrates such as clothes or curtains.

AAKO Briljant HWA is highly concentrated and a cost-effective optical brightening agent for a wide range of detergent formulas and wash conditions.

Also available in the following grades:

• AAKO Briljant HC
• AAKO Briljant HW

AAKO Briljant HWA is also known under the names Stilbene Disulphonic Acid Derivative, AMS-X, DASCC, Tinopal DMA-X Conc and Fluorescent Brightener 71 or 260.

Benefits

• A concentrated product need less to get the same effect and saves money
• Great affinity and is excellent at brightening both cellulose & aliphatic polyamides (Nylons)
• Complies with Blue Angel and EU-Ecolabel requirements

Chemical structure

Packaging & Storage

AAKO Briljant HWA is available in the following packaging types:

• Big bag of 400 kg
• Cardboard box of 20 kg

Must been stored under dry, cool conditions in tightly closed containers. Has a shelf life of at least 5 years under appropriate conditions of storage.

Applications

• Conventional and compact washing powders
• Liquid laundry detergent