Optical Brightener BBU for Paper & Textiles | C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 220 | CAS No. 16470-24-9
Key Features
Good Water Solubility
Optical Brightener BBU has good water solubility, making it suitable for compatible aqueous papermaking and textile processing systems.
Suitable for Papermaking Applications
BBU can be used in different papermaking processes, including paper pulp, surface sizing and paper coating, where improved optical whiteness and brightness are required.
Suitable for Cellulosic Textiles
BBU is suitable for the fluorescent whitening of cotton, viscose and other compatible cellulosic fibers.
Good Hard-Water Resistance
BBU has good resistance to hard water, supporting its use in compatible aqueous processing systems containing calcium and magnesium ions.
Anionic Character
BBU is an anionic fluorescent whitening agent suitable for compatible papermaking and cellulosic textile processing systems.
Product Information
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Optical Brightener BBU |
| C.I. Name | C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 220 |
| CAS No. | 16470-24-9 |
| Chemical Type | Stilbene-based fluorescent whitening agent |
| Ionic Character | Anionic |
| Main Applications | Papermaking and cellulosic textiles |
Typical Applications
Paper Pulp
Optical Brightener BBU can be used in compatible paper pulp applications to improve the optical whiteness and brightness of paper fibers.
Surface Sizing
BBU can be used in compatible surface sizing systems where additional paper whiteness and brightness are required.
Paper Coating
Optical Brightener BBU is suitable for compatible paper coating formulations to enhance the visual whiteness and brightness of coated paper.
Cotton & Viscose Fibers
BBU can be used for the fluorescent whitening of cotton, viscose and other compatible cellulosic fibers, helping improve their perceived whiteness and brightness.
Packaging & Customized Options
Regular Packaging
Packaging options are available according to product grade and customer requirements.
Customized Product Options
Customized BBU options are available based on specific application requirements, processing conditions and performance objectives.








