Abstract: The present invention concerns a low-odor, low-viscosity hardener for epoxy resins comprising the amine of formula (I), as well as a method for thinning of hardeners for epoxy resins by adding the amine of formula (I). These hardeners harden with epoxy resins quickly and without blushing to form films of high hardness and little brittleness, even without non-incorporable thinners such as benzyl alcohol. They are especially suitable for low-emission coatings.

Abstract: A hair coloring composition comprising: a) dihydroxyacetone or a derivative thereof; b) from 0.2 to 10 wt % of the total composition of a cationic conditioning compound c) a sulphonic compound of formula: H2N—(CHR1}pS(—X)q—Y in which where p is an integer from 1 to 5, R1 is H or an alkyl group, X is O or S q is an integer from 0 or 1. Y is an alkyl group or hydroxyl group.

Abstract: Spun-dyed aramid fibers, wherein spun-dyeing was performed with a completely organic pigment exhibiting the chemical structure of formula (I): wherein, independently from one another, R1 represents a substituent of formula Xa or a substituent of formula Xb: wherein Xa is linked via the group NH having two bonds in the structure represented by Xa, while Xb is linked via the carbon atom, which is in a para relationship with the NH2-group of Xb; and R2 represents H or NH2. The spun-dyed aramid fibers exhibit constant coloristic properties and wash proof properties.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for coloring an optical lens comprising a transparent printing primer, capable of being colored by inkjet printing. Said coloring method uses a technique of inkjet printing of said printing primer to obtain a colored optical lens, independently of the chemical nature of the compounds constituting the substrate of said lens. The invention also concerns the resulting colored lens.

Abstract: A dye solution for dyeing polyester fabric including dye, a liquid carrier, an acidic agent, and a thickening agent. The carrier is selected to enhance the permeability of the polyester fabric at a certain temperature so that the dye can penetrate within the fabric. A method of printing designs on polyester fabric including creating a dye solution with water, a dye, a carrier liquid and an acidic solution. The dye solution is applied to the fabric in a desired pattern. The fabric and dye solution are then dried in as drier so that the temperature of the carrier is raised to permit the carrier to enhance the permeability of the fabric and have the dye penetrate the fabric. The carrier is then driven out of the fabric by the dryer and no pressure is applied to the fabric during the drying process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous direct dye formulation, comprising (a) 5 to 25% by weight of a dye composition comprising (a1) 50-99% by weight of one or more dyes obtainable by reduction or thermal treatment of Direct Yellow 11, and (a2) 1-50% by weight of a blue, black and/or red direct dye, (all based on the dye composition); (b) up to 0.9% by weight of a saturated, cyclic or acyclic water-soluble amine comprising a primary, secondary or tertiary amino group and at least one further functional group selected from primary, secondary and tertiary amino groups, OH groups and ether groups; and (c) up to 0.9% by weight of urea; and (d) water, wherein the percentages for (a), (b), and (c) relate to the total weight of the aqueous direct dye formulation. The invention moreover relates to a process for their preparation and the use thereof for the dyeing, in particular of paper, as well as paper which has been dyed with this aqueous direct dye formulation.

Abstract: A dye solution for dyeing polyester fabric including dye, a liquid carrier, an acidic agent, and a thickening agent. The carrier is selected to enhance the permeability of the polyester fabric at a certain temperature so that the dye can penetrate within the fabric. A method of printing designs on polyester fabric including creating a dye solution with water, a dye, a carrier liquid and an acidic solution. The dye solution is applied to the fabric in a desired pattern. The fabric and dye solution are then dried in as drier so that the temperature of the carrier is raised to permit the carrier to enhance the permeability of the fabric and have the dye penetrate the fabric. The carrier is then driven out of the fabric by the dryer and no pressure is applied to the fabric during the drying process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reactive printing dye composition, which includes: (a) at least one reactive dye; (b) an organic buffer; and (c) a mirabilite or a dispersant. The reactive printing dye composition of the present invention is capable for being used in the fabric-dyeing, for example, dyeing of cotton, hemp, silk, rayon, wool, blending, etc. The reactive printing dye composition of the present invention is advantageous in high pH value stability, high storage stability, and reduced degradation in dyeing strength. In addition, the present invention further provides an aqueous reactive printing dye composition.

Abstract: A mixture of amides of the following formula (I) is disclosed wherein —R1 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms; —R2 and R3 represent independently, a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms which is optionally hydroxylated, provided that R2 and R3 are not a hydrogen atom at the same time; -n has a value in the range of 0.2 to lower than 3; characterized in that said mixture comprises: -amides (a) of formula (I) wherein R represents a C6-C24 alkyl or alkenyl group having even number of carbon atoms and at least a 95 wt. % of linearity; and -amides (b) of formula (I) wherein R represents a C5-C23 alkyl or alkenyl group having odd or odd and even number of carbon atoms and a 35-85 wt. % of linearity; and cosmetic compositions comprising said mixture, particularly dying compositions.

Abstract: Agent for oxidative coloring of keratinic fibers comprising a specific combination of non-ionic emulsifiers with a differing degree of ethoxylation and a specific combination of interfacially active substances comprising at least one anionic, at least one zwitterionic and at least one amphoteric surfactant. The agents provide good coloring characteristics while simultaneously protecting against damage to human hair. In particular the agents allow for colors with high color intensity and an improved gray coverage. The agents also provide significant advantages with regard to viscosity stability during storage and use and an improvement in shear sensitivity.

Abstract: The present invention concerns dyes of the general formula I where X and Y represent hydrogen, bromine or chlorine, but not simultaneously hydrogen; R represents F, Cl, Br, COOR1 or CF3; R? represents H or F; R1 represents C1-C6-alkyl; and one of W1 and W2 represents hydroxyl and the other nitro and Y is always ortho to the hydroxyl group; but not compounds in which R represents Cl attached to the phenyl nucleus in a is position ortho to the NH group nor compounds in which W1 represents nitro, W2 represents hydroxyl, Y represents hydrogen, X represents chlorine and R represents bromine attached to the phenyl nucleus in a position meta to the NH group, mixtures with further dyes, and also their preparation and use.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an agent for dyeing and/or bleaching keratin fibers formed by: a first composition (A) comprising at least one basifying agent, and a second composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent, wherein at least one of the two compositions (A) and (B) comprises at least one fatty substance not containing any carboxylic acid functional groups, the total amount of fatty substances in the mixture of compositions (A) and (B) representing at least 20% by weight relative to the total weight of the mixture of these compositions, and at least one of the compositions (A) and (B) comprises at least one sequestrant chosen from those of formula (I) and acids thereof: The present disclosure also relates to a process for dyeing and/or bleaching keratin fibers using the agent, and to a kit containing thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an agent for coloring and/or bleaching keratin fibers, consisting of: a first composition (A) comprising at least one alkalizing agent, and a second composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent, wherein at least one of the two compositions (A) and (B) comprises at least one fat selected from liquid hydrocarbons, such that the at least one fat is present in a mixture of compositions (A) and (B) in an amount of at least 20 wt. %, relative to the total weight of the mixture, and further wherein at least one of compositions (A) and (B) comprises at least one reductone optionally in a form chosen from acids, salts, and esters. The present disclosure also relates to a method of coloring and/or bleaching keratin fibers employing the agent, as well as a kit containing it.

Abstract: A multi-component hair dye composition excellent in bleaching property and dyeing property including components (a), (b) and (c) which are mixed upon use:(a) one or more kinds of glycylglycine derivative represented by general formula (1) and having two or three amino acid residues, or salts thereof; [wherein X represents a bivalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms which may be substituted with a hydroxyl group, or an amino acid residue; Y represents an amino acid residue, or a bivalent group represented by general formula (2): (wherein symbol -* represents a bond that binds to an adjacent carbonyl group or oxygen atom); R represents a hydrogen atom, or a monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms in which the hydroxy group may be substituted; and m and n each represent 0 or 1, provided that when both m and n represent 1, X is not an amino acid residue]; (b) an alkali agent; and c) an oxidizing agent; wherein formula (I) is:

Abstract: Provided is a process for lightening or dyeing keratin fibers, including human keratin fibers such as the hair, in the presence of an oxidizing agent, wherein the following are applied to the keratin fibers: (a) an anhydrous cosmetic composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant, (b) a cosmetic composition (B) comprising at least one organic amine with a pKb of less than 12 at 25° C. and at least one mineral base, and (c) a composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent; when the process described herein is a process for dyeing keratin fibers, composition (B) further comprises at least one dye. Also provided is a multi-compartment device comprising a first compartment having the anhydrous cosmetic composition, a second compartment having at least one organic amine with a pKb of less than 12 at 25° C., and also at least one mineral base and optionally at least one dye, and a third compartment having an oxidizing composition.

Abstract: Provided is a process for lightening or dyeing keratin fibers, in which the following are applied to the said fibers: (a) an aqueous cosmetic composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant; (b) a cosmetic composition (B) comprising at least one alkaline agent, (c) a cosmetic composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent, wherein the amount of the at least one fatty substance in composition (A) is greater than 20% by weight relative to the total weight of composition (A), and when the process used is a process for dyeing keratin fibers, then cosmetic composition (B) further comprises at least one oxidation dye, at least one direct dye, or both. Also provided is a multi-compartment device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a process for lightening human keratin fibers using at least one anhydrous composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance, at least one surfactant, monoethanolamine and at least one basic amino acid, and at least one composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent. The disclosure relates to a multi-compartment device comprising the abovementioned compositions (A) and (B).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a process for lightening or dyeing keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising applying to the keratin fibers: (a) an anhydrous cosmetic composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant; (b) a cosmetic composition (B) comprising at least one ammonium salt; and (c) a composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent; when the process is a process for dyeing keratin fibers, said cosmetic composition (B) further comprises at least one oxidation dye and/or at least one direct dye. The present disclosure also relates to a multi-compartment device comprising the disclosed compositions for lightening or dyeing keratin fibers.

Abstract: Provided is a process for dyeing or lightening human keratin fibers, comprising applying to the keratin fibers: a) at least one anhydrous composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant; b) at least one composition (B) comprising monoethanolamine and at least one basic amino acid; and c) at least one composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent; provided that when the process is a dyeing process, the at least one anhydrous composition (A) is free from organic amines and the at least one composition (B) comprises at least one oxidation dye and/or at least one direct dye fiber.

Abstract: A process for dyeing human keratin fibers in the presence of at least one oxidizing agent, comprising applying to the fibers at least one anhydrous composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant, at least one composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent, and at least one composition (C) comprising at least one dye chosen from direct and oxidation dyes, and at least one organic amine having a pKb at 25° C. of less than 12. The present disclosure also relates to a multi-compartment device containing, in separate compartments, the compositions (A), (B), and (C); and a method of making a ready-to-use composition. The present disclosure also relates to an anhydrous composition comprising at least one fatty substance, at least one surfactant, at least one dye, and at least one organic amine.

Abstract: A brightening system includes a substrate and an amphoteric stilbene composition established on the substrate. The amphoteric stilbene composition includes a predetermined amount of at least one of 4,4?-diamino-2,2?-stilbene disulfonic acid, biarylsulfonate-4,4?-diamino-2,2?-stilbene disulfonic acid, biaryldisulfonate-4,4?-diamino-2,2?-stilbene disulfonic acid, derivatives thereof, salts thereof, and mixtures thereof; and a fixing agent.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one fluorescent dye and at least one aminosilicone; processes using this cosmetic composition and a kit comprising at least one composition comprising at least one fluorescent dye and at least one aminosilicone, which can be used to dye with a lightening effect human keratin materials for example, artificially dyed or pigmented hair, and dark skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of dyeing a substrate with a reactive dyestuff in supercritical or near supercritical carbon dioxide, said substrate being selected from the group consisting of cellulose fibers; modified cellulose fibers; protein fibers; synthetic fibers and any combination thereof, wherein the method comprises dyeing said substrate by contacting the substrate with supercritical or near supercritical carbon dioxide containing a reactive dyestuff and one or more acids in a concentration of at least 0.05 mol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous liquid formulations comprising 5-30% by weight of a dye composition comprising 25-85% by weight of Direct Brown 44 15-75% by weight of Direct Yellow 11 and/or of a dye obtainable by reduction or thermal treatment of Direct Yellow 11 0-15% by weight of one or more blue direct dyes and 0-10% by weight of one or more red direct dyes all based on the dye composition 0.5-15% by weight of one or more alkylamines whose one, two or three alkyl radicals may each be substituted by one or two hydroxyl groups and/or amino groups and/or interrupted by one or two oxygen atoms in ether function, based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid formulation, the sodium content of the liquid formulation not exceeding 0.3% by weight, and also their use for dyeing cellulose material especially paper.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ruthenium complex represented by the following formula (I): RuL2(NCS)2Am ??(I) wherein L, A and m are defined the same as the specification, and a photoelectric component using the same. The ruthenium complex of the present invention can be used in a Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell (DSSC). Hence, the photoelectric characteristics of the DSSC manufactured with the ruthenium complex of the present invention can be improved.

Abstract: The invention relates to a colorant composition comprising humic acid and/or fulvic acid and a water soluble dye. The invention in particular relates to a colorant composition and method for imparting color to turf grass.

Abstract: A method of dyeing or printing textile fiber materials, which comprises bringing the fiber material into contact with (a) at least one reactive dye containing at least one anionic group, (b) at least one compound which reduces the ionic character of the anionic group, and (c) at least one nucleophilic compound, yields dyeings or prints having deep hues and very good fastness properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for modifying aramid fibers so as to improve their capacity to be dyed, including the following steps: a) a step of treating said fibers so as to reduce the glass transition temperature Tg thereof to a value Tg1, in which Tg1 is lower than Tg; b) a step of contacting said fibers thus treated with a solution including nanoparticles at a temperature above or equal to Tg1.

Abstract: Provided is a hair dye composition to be used as a mixture of a first part containing an alkali agent and a second part containing an oxidizing agent, wherein the composition comprises (a) a triazacyclononane compound (1) or salt thereof, (b) 0.1 to 12 wt. %, in terms of hydrogen peroxide, of an oxidizing agent, and (c) 0.05 to 10 wt. % of an alkali agent, and the mixture has a pH of from 7.5 to 12. (R1 to R4: H or C1-6 alkyl which may be substituted by OH, R5 to R7: H, (substituted) C1-6 alkyl, (substituted) aralkyl, (substituted) heteroarylalkyl, (substituted) aryl, (substituted) heteroaryl, (substituted) C1-6 acyl, or a group (2) (in which R8 to R12 represents H, C1-6 alkyl, aralkyl or aryl and n stands for 2 to 30). The hair dye composition of the present invention has excellent hair bleaching power, can dye the hair into a bright favorable color tone, and moreover has less hair damage and less scalp irritation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition that is useful for dyeing keratin fibers, containing at least one oxidation base and at least one coupler of the 6-alkoxy-2,3-diaminopyridine type in which the amino radical in position 2 is a disubstituted amino radical, to the use of this composition for dyeing keratin fibers and to the dyeing process using this composition. The invention also relates to novel 6-alkoxy-2,3-diaminopyridine compounds that are useful as couplers.

Abstract: Provided are a hair bleach composition, hair dye composition and a hair treatment additive having excellent bleaching power, capable of dyeing the hair with a bright and good color, and less damaging to the hair and less irritating to the scalp. Described specifically, they are a two-part hair bleach composition, which contains (a) a nitrogenous compound represented by the following formula (1) or (2): or salt thereof, or (A) a nitrogenous compound having a solubility parameter log P in octanol/water ranging from ?1 to 4 and a hydrogen peroxide remaining ratio of from 5 to 90%, or salt thereof, (b) an oxidizing agent, and optionally (c) an alkali agent and, after mixing, has a pH of from 7.5 to 12; a two-part hair dye composition comprising (a) or (A), (b) and (c) and further (d) an oxidation dye or direct dye; and an additive used therefor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair colouring and bleaching compositions comprising i) at least one source of peroxymonocarbonate ions, ii) at least one alkalizing agent, preferably a source of ammonium ions, and iii) at least one radical scavenger, wherein said composition has a pH of up to 9.5, which provide a high level of lift and lightening and the required dye deposition and grey coverage whilst reducing the concentration of peroxide, the ammonia odour and reducing the hair fibre damage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use, for dyeing keratin fibres, of at least one specific compound containing active methylene and of at least one compound chosen from an aldehyde, a ketone, a quinone and a diiminoisoindoline or 3-aminoisoindolone derivative, which makes it possible to obtain, by reaction without an oxidizing agent, a coloration of the said keratin fibres.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the disclosure relates to a composition for dyeing keratin fibres, for example, human keratin fibres such as the hair, comprising at least one para-phenylenediamine derivative substituted with a diazacyclohexane or diazacycloheptane ring, the nitrogen in position 4 of which is a quaternary ammonium. The present disclosure may make it possible, for example, to obtain at least one of chromatic, strong, relatively unselective, fast coloration of keratin fibres.

Abstract: The colorants for keratin fibers are based on oxidation dye precursors and/or direct dyes and contain a combination of (a) at least one nonionic, amphiphilic associative thickener, (b) at least one fatty alcohol that is liquid at 25° C. and (c) PEG-150/stearyl alcohol/SMDI copolymer in a suitable cosmetic carrier.

Abstract: Compositions for oxidation dyeing keratin fibers, such as human keratin fibers like hair, comprising, in a dyeing medium, (1) at least one oxidation dye, and (2) a combination comprising at least one cyclohomopolymer of dialkyldiallylammonium and at least one other particular quaternary polyammonium. Processes comprising such oxidation dyeing compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition that is useful for dyeing keratin fibres, containing at least one oxidation base and at least one coupler of the 6-alkoxy-2,3-diaminopyridine type in which the amino radical in position 2 is a monosubstituted amino radical, to the use of this composition for dyeing keratin fibres and to the dyeing process using this composition. The invention also relates to novel 6-alkoxy-2,3-diaminopyridine compounds that are useful as couplers.

Abstract: A ready-to-use composition, a method, and a kit for the bleaching or permanent reshaping of keratin fibers, and in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising at least one reducing agent and at least one thickening polymer with an aminoplast-ether skeleton. This novel composition, method, and kit can be used to bleach or permanently reshape hair without dripping or falls in viscosity over time.

Abstract: The invention relates to a direct dyeing composition for keratinic fibers, especially human keratinic fibers such as hair, containing at least one direct dye and a thickening polymer with an ether plastic skeleton, in a medium which is suitable for dyeing. The invention also relates to dyeing methods and devices for using the invention composition.

Abstract: A method for coloring Keratin-containing fibers which comprises applying a composition containing a compound of formula A—CH?B—CH?A???(I).

Abstract: Dyeing compositions for the dyeing of keratin fibers comprising at least one oxidation base chosen from formula (I), as defined herein and addition salts thereof. The use of the compositions for the dyeing of keratin fibers. Dyeing processes employing the compositions. Novel 2,5-diaminopyridine compounds and addition salts thereof and their use as oxidation bases.

Abstract: The agent for dyeing keratin fibers contains one or more aryl and/or benzyl alcohols, one or more oxidizing enzymes, especially vanillyl oxidase, derivatives of vanillyl oxidase or galactose oxidase, and a nucleophilic compound that forms a dye for dyeing keratin fibers in the presence of the alcohols and enzymes. A method for dyeing keratin fibers with this agent is also disclosed. Two-component kits for performing the method of dyeing keratin fibers include a first compenent (A) and a second component (B) separate from the first component. The first component (A) includes the nucleophilic compound, the alcohol and optionally the oxidizing enzyme. The second component (B) includes the oxidizing enzyme when it is not included in the first component or more alcohol.

Abstract: Fabric blends of inherently flame resistant fibers and flame resistant cellulosic fibers that contain a flame retardant. According to the method of production of these blends, the inherently flame resistant fibers can be dyed a full shade of color without depleting the flame retardant contained in the cellulosic fibers. In addition, the potential for laundering shrinkage of the inherently flame resistant fibers of the blends is reduced regardless of whether both, one of, or neither of the inherently flame resistant fibers and the flame resistant cellulosic fibers are dyed. Dyeing and/or shrinkage prevention of these blends is conducted at temperatures below 100° C., typically approximately between 70° C. and 100° C.

Abstract: Mediator systems obtainable by mixing one or more salts of a metal capable of forming a plurality of valence states with at least one amino-containing complexing agent (K1) and at least one hydroxyl-containing but amino-devoid complexing agent (K2) in an alkaline aqueous medium, wherefor the complexing agents may be present as salts and the molar ratio of K1 to metal ion is from 0.1:1 to 10:1 and the molar ratio of K2 to metal ion is from 0.1:1 to 5:1 are useful for dyeing cellulosic textile material.

Abstract: A hairdye composition containing a metallic compound such as AgNO3 and C3H5AgO3 is disclosed, in which the metallic compound is mixed with a cream type composition that can be applied to hair, thereby gradually coloring gray hair. To this end, AgNO3 is composed of 0.05˜10.0 wt % based on total weight and C3H5AgO3 is composed of 0.05˜10.0 wt % based on total weight.

Abstract: The invention relates to an oxidation dye composition for keratinic fibers, especially for human keratinic fibers such as hair, containing at least one oxidation dye and a thickening polymer with a plastic ether skeleton, in a medium which is suitable for dyeing. The invention also relates to the dyeing method and devices for using the inventive composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ready to use composition, a process and a kit for bleaching keratin fibers, and in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising at least one oxidizing agent and at least one thickening polymer with an aminoplast-ether skeleton. This novel composition, process and kit can be used to bleach hair without running or falls in viscosity over time.

Abstract: A printing paste containing: (a) 5 to 25% by weight of a polyurethane, (b) 1.5 to 20% by weight of a silicone, (c) 0 to 50% by weight of a further component and (d) water as the remainder, the sum of the amounts of components (a)+(b)+(c)+(d) being 100%, is suitable for printing textile materials.

Abstract: A process for reduction clearing dyed or printed polyester textiles, which comprises adding, to an acidic dyeing liquor or a wash bath, an aftertreatment composition comprising as components a) at least one compound of the formula (I) Am[(CR1R2)mSO2M]p,q  (I)  where A is NR33−q or OR42−p; p,q means q when A is NR33−q, and p when A is OR42−p; R1, R2, R4 are each hydrogen or C1-C6-alkyl; R3 represents identical or different radicals selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1-C20-alkyl, C3-C8-cycloalkyl opt.

Abstract: A novel aqueous dye-accelerant composition that allows for the effective and rapid reaction of a dye with the fibers of a substrate such that the dye becomes evenly attached to the substrate within seconds is provided. The dye-accelerant composition generally comprises: an organic solvent; at least one dispersing agent; a chelating agent; and a vehicle. In another embodiment, a dyeing process utilizing the dye-accelerant composition, which includes five primary treatment processes: a pre-treatment process, a bleaching process, a neutralize and dye accelerant process, a dyeing process, and a dye stop or fixing process is provided.