Optical Brightener Agents are chemicals used to enhance the whiteness and brightness of materials, especially in textiles, paper, and plastics.
- Textiles: Used to enhance the appearance of fabrics by increasing their whiteness and brightness.
- Paper Industry: Applied to paper products to improve their whiteness.
- Plastics: Used in plastic manufacturing to improve the brightness of plastic products.
- Detergents: Used in laundry detergents to enhance the whiteness of clothes.
Appearance
White to pale yellow powder
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
C28H24N2O2S2
Molecular Weight
508.64 g/mol
Melting Point
230 °C
Density
1.2 g/cm³
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions but sensitive to light