OPTAVON FE conc

Highly effective iron sequestering agent

for use in bleaching and scouring baths
Chemical composition
combination of polyfunctional organic acids
Characteristics
Appearance:
Ionicity:
Solubility / Emulsifiability:
pH-value of 10% solution:
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Storage:
Stability to frost:

yellowish powder
readily soluble in warm water
neutral
resistant to strong alkalis up to pH 14 as well as oxidising and
reducing bleaching agents; compatible with anionic and non-ionic
products
at least 12 months if properly stored
not sensitive to frost

Application properties

3+

excellent iron and copper binding capacity (2150 mg Fe /g product at a pH of 11)

reduces danger of catalyst damage on cotton during hydrogen peroxide bleaching
highly concentrated
binding of adverse iron ions in the process water
applicable in washing, bleaching and scouring processes
readily biodegradable

Application fields
OPTAVON FE conc should be applied in textile treatment baths whenever a high iron content
may have a negative influence on the bleaching result. The iron ions which can originate from the
textile goods as well as from the water are rendered inactive by OPTAVON FE conc.
OPTAVON FE conc is resistant to hydrolysis and is predominantly used in scouring and
bleaching operations.

The above results have been obtained from trials in our laboratory and plant. In the light
of changing conditions they can only serve as a guide and are therefore offered without
obligation. We ask you to observe the possible rights of third parties.

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OPTAVON FE conc
Guidelines for application
OPTAVON FE conc is sprinkled into warm water and dissolved by stirring. Stock solutions of
10 to 30% concentration can be made. These solutions are clear and stable for a couple of weeks.
The iron binding capacity is 2150 mg Fe

3+

/g product (at pH 11, boiling method).

For alkaline scouring and bleaching processes we recommend to apply

0.5 - 1.5 g/l OPTAVON FE conc.

depending on the level of heavy metal contamination.

The above results have been obtained from trials in our laboratory and plant. In the light
of changing conditions they can only serve as a guide and are therefore offered without
obligation. We ask you to observe the possible rights of third parties.

Stand:

09. July 2014

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