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What are "Basic Dyes" - Definition & Explanation

Basic Dyes
A cationic dye characterised by its substantivity for the acidic types of acrylic fibre and for tannin mordanted cotton.
Basic Dyes
Dyes containing basic amino group and applied to natural cellulosic fibres in an alkaline dye bath.

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