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Reactive Blue 194 Navy Blue / 150% Conc
Type: Bifunctional (MCT + VS)

Reactive Blue ME2RL

C.I. Reactive Blue 194 (Navy Blue Tone)

Reactive Blue ME2RL is a reddish-navy blue bifunctional dye. It is the global standard for achieving dark navy shades on cotton. As a High Exhaustion (HE/ME) class dye, it offers high fixation yields and excellent compatibility with Yellow 145 and Red 195 for creating tertiary shades.

C.I. Number 17901
CAS Number 61951-74-4
Tone Reddish Navy

Product Overview

Reactive Blue 194 contains both Vinyl Sulfone (VS) and Monochlorotriazine (MCT) reactive groups. This dual reactivity allows it to bond to the fiber over a wider range of temperatures (60°C - 80°C) and makes it less sensitive to variations in salt or alkali concentration.

  • Dark Shades: Designed for cost-effective production of Deep Navy, Charcoal, and Black shades.
  • Wash Fastness: Superior wet fastness properties compared to standard dyes, even in deep shades.
  • Salt Sensitivity: Requires less salt for exhaustion compared to conventional vinyl sulfone dyes.

Technical Specifications & Fastness

High concentration grade for maximum depth of shade.

Parameter Specification
Appearance Dark Blue Powder / Granules
Strength 150% Conc.
Solubility (at 60°C) > 100 g/l
pH (1% Solution) 6.0 – 7.5
Light Fastness (Scale 1-8) 5 - 6 (Good)
Washing Fastness (60°C) 4 - 5 (Excellent)
Perspiration Fastness 4 - 5
Rubbing Fastness (Dry/Wet) 4 / 3-4

Mechanism: The "Trichromy Anchor"

Why Blue 194 + Yellow 145 + Red 195?

In textile dyeing, you need three primary colors that react at the same speed to create uniform Browns, Greys, and Olives. This is called "Trichromy".

  • Synchronized Striking: Blue ME2RL is engineered to have a "Strike Rate" (speed of dyeing) that perfectly matches Yellow 145 and Red 195.
  • Result: This prevents "On-Tone" fading. If one dye fades faster than the others, a grey shirt might turn pinkish or greenish over time. With this combination, the shade remains consistent.

Textile Applications

Cotton Knits

The primary dye for Navy Blue school uniforms and corporate wear.

Workwear & Uniforms

High washing fastness makes it ideal for industrial workwear that is washed frequently.

Pad-Batch Dyeing

Excellent solubility allows for high-concentration pad liquors in semi-continuous dyeing.

Mercerized Cotton

Provides high yield and brilliance on mercerized yarns and fabrics.

Viscose Rayon

Used for dyeing viscose linings and apparel with good levelness.

Dark Shades

Essential base for Dark Brown, Bottle Green, and Charcoal Grey recipes.

Packaging Options

25 KG Corrugated Boxes

Standard packing with double liners to prevent moisture ingress.

25 KG HDPE Drums

Robust packing for export and humid storage conditions.

Safety & Handling Protocols

Dust Handling

Reactive dyes are fine powders. Dust control is essential.

  • Inhalation: Use local exhaust ventilation. Wear a NIOSH-approved dust mask to prevent respiratory sensitization.
  • Skin Contact: Will stain skin blue. 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 Blue ME2RL

Premium Bifunctional Navy Blue. The standard for dark shades.

Minimum Order Quantity: 25 KG
Samples Available for Lab Dip

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