Abstract: A cross-linking agent for cross-linking a binding agent with a pigment for coloring textile fabrics in a continuous padding process including an emulsified mixture of at least 500% by weight of silicone fluid, at least 20% resin, at least 10% water and optional processing enhancers.An embodiment of the method for padding pigment colors onto textile fabrics according to the invention includes the steps of preparing a padding liquor of a cross-linking agent, a textile pigment, a binder and water, wherein the cross-linking agent is an emulsification of at least 50% by weight of silicone fluid, at least 20% resin, and at least 10% water. The padding liquor is then padded onto the textile fabric, and the resin in the padding liquor is cured on the textile fabric to cross-link the pigment and the binder.