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Reactive Orange 16 Bright Orange / C.I. 16
Type: Vinyl Sulfone (VS) Based

Reactive Orange 3R

C.I. Reactive Orange 16 (150% High Conc)

Reactive Orange 3R (Remazol Orange 3R) is a brilliant, reddish-orange monoazo dye. It acts as a versatile workhorse in textile dyeing, widely used for dyeing cotton, viscose, and rayon. It is highly valued for its good solubility and excellent dischargeability, making it the top choice for creating patterned fabrics.

C.I. Number 17757
CAS Number 12225-83-1
Dischargeability Excellent (White)

Product Overview

Reactive Orange 3R is a Vinyl Sulfone dye applied at 60°C. It forms a stable chemical bond with the fiber. It is a key component in "Trichromy" (color mixing), often combined with Reactive Black B and Red to create cost-effective brown, olive, and earth tones.

  • Shade: Bright Orange with a reddish tint.
  • Leveling: Very good leveling properties ensuring uniform dyeing even in difficult conditions.
  • Solubility: Highly soluble (100 g/l), suitable for Pad-Batch and Continuous dyeing.

Technical Specifications & Fastness

High concentration grade for maximum depth.

Parameter Specification
Appearance Orange Powder
Strength 150% Conc.
Solubility (at 60°C) 100 g/l
pH (1% Solution) 6.0 – 7.0
Light Fastness (Scale 1-8) 5 - 6 (Good)
Washing Fastness (Scale 1-5) 4 - 5 (Excellent)
Perspiration Fastness 4
Rubbing Fastness (Dry/Wet) 4-5 / 3-4

The Art of "Discharge Printing"

White Designs on Orange Background

Not all dyes can be "erased." Reactive Orange 3R is special because its Azo bond ($ -N=N- $) is cleavable.

  • Mechanism: When a fabric dyed with Orange 3R is printed with a reducing agent paste (like Rangolite/Safolite), the chemical reaction breaks the dye molecule apart at high temperature.
  • Result: The orange color disappears completely in the printed area, leaving a crisp, pure white design. This is essential for fashion prints like polka dots or floral patterns on dark backgrounds.

Textile Applications

Discharge Printing

The #1 choice for orange grounds that need to be overprinted or discharged to white.

Trichromy Mixing

Mixed with Blue 21 and Black B to create stable Brown, Olive, and Coffee shades.

Exhaust Dyeing

Used in jigger and winch machines at 60°C for cotton dyeing.

Viscose & Rayon

High affinity for regenerated cellulose fibers, providing deep orange tones.

Cold Pad Batch (CPB)

Suitable for semi-continuous dyeing methods to save energy.

Garment Dyeing

Used for dyeing finished garments due to its good penetration.

Packaging Options

25 KG Corrugated Boxes

Standard packing with double liners to prevent moisture ingress.

25 KG HDPE Drums

For export and humid climates. Prevents caking.

Safety & Handling Protocols

Dust Handling

Reactive Orange 3R is a fine powder. Dust control is essential.

  • Inhalation: Use local exhaust ventilation. Wear a NIOSH-approved dust mask to prevent respiratory sensitization.
  • Skin Contact: Will stain skin orange. Wear rubber gloves and long sleeves.
  • Environmental: Do not discharge untreated effluent. It is biodegradable but colored effluent must be treated.

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Reactive Orange 3R

High Strength Dischargeable Orange. Best for printing & dyeing.

Minimum Order Quantity: 25 KG
Salt-Free Grade Available

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