Uniperol Level P

Technical Information
TIe/ EU January 2012 (808)

(WJA)
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Replaces all previous editions
Europe
= Registered trade mark of BASF SE

in several countries
Uniperol Level P
Previously Peregal P
Leveling agent for vat dyes
During the dyeing of cellulosic fibres with vat dyes by the exhaust
method, Uniperol Level P improves the levelness of the dyeings

without affecting the colour yield.
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Uniperol Level P
Chemical character
Polyamidoamine, in water
Delivery form
Pale yellow to light brown liquid
Shelf life
Uniperol Level P can be kept in the original sealed containers at temperatures between 0 C and 40 C for at least 12 months. Opened containers should be used up as soon as possible. The containers should
be properly resealed after use.
Notes on safe handling, disposal,

ecology and toxicology
Before the first use, reference should be made to the current

Safety Data Sheet.
Materials to avoid:
Strong acids, strong alkalis, strong oxidising agents.
Properties
Product Specification
Product specification Tolerances for test characteristics are given in

the product specification.
Density (20 C)
Approx. 1,1 g/cm
Solubility (20 C)
Very good solubility (clear solution).
Reaction
A 10% solution has a pH value of 9,5 11,0.
Stability
Uniperol Level P, used in vat dyeing at normal concentrations, is stable

to alkalis and electrolytes up to 110 C.
Ionic activity
Cationic character in solutions with a pH value of < 7.
Compatibility
With anionic substances, Uniperol Level P may form low solubility compounds in neutral or acid liquors. In alkaline liquors, Uniperol Level P has
good compatibility with anionic wetting agents and dispersing and dyeing
auxiliaries.
Note
The product property data merely provides an indication of how the

product is to be used. They do not constitute the agreed quality of the
product, nor are they the object of regular quality control tests.
Action and advantages
Uniperol Level P is a levelling agent with affinity for dyes and builds
loose adducts with the leuco compounds of vat dyes. Uniperol Level P
retards the fast exhaustion of dyestuffs, improves levelling and improves
the evenness of the dyeing: Improves process safety.
The product has no wetting or detergent properties and does not cause
foaming.
Note:
The product is not intended for use with direct dyes. Uniperol Multifunction O Micro is recommended as a levelling agent for direct dyes (previously Uniperol O Micropearl).
Application
Dissolving
Uniperol Level P can be diluted with hot or cold water.
Addition to the dye liquor
Uniperol Level P can be added directly to the dyebath in an undiluted

form.
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Uniperol Level P
Note addition sequence: Uniperol Level P must be added to the dyebath after the alkali
When stock vat liquors are being used, the product should be added
after vatting the dyes or, better still, to the ready-to-use dye liquor.
Application rates
(Guideline values)
Liquor ratio
Uniperol Level P (g/ l)
1 : 30 to 1 : 20
0,25 0,75
1 : 20 to 1 : 8
0,75 1,5
1 : 8 to 1 : 3
1,5 3,0
When dyeing mercerised, causticized cotton or viscose, the
Uniperol Level P rate should be increased by 2530%.
Dyeing in circulating-liquor machines and on the winch beck
Uniperol Level P should be added to the dyebath after the alkali.
Dyeing in Jigger
When dyeing by the pad-jig process, Uniperol Level P should be added

to the developing liquor, not to the pigmenting liquor.
Dye retarding action
Uniperol Level P holds in general vat dyes back very little in the dye
bath; an increased retention (retention effect) can, however, occur in the
following dyes:
Vat Blue 22
Vat Black 9
It is advisable to test individual vat dyes, especially blue and black types.
The recipe recommendations are given for guidance only and must be
adapted to field conditions in individual cases.
Safety
When using this product, the information and advice given in our
Safety Data Sheet should be observed. Due attention should also be
given to the precautions necessary for handling chemicals.
Please note the information and details on the internet at
www.basf.com/textile-responsibility
Note
The data contained in this publication are based on our current
knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect
processing and application of our product, these data do not relieve processors from carrying out their own investigations and tests; neither do
these data imply any guarantee of certain properties, nor the suitability of
the product for a specific purpose. Any descriptions drawings, photographs, data, proportions, weights, etc. given herein may change without
prior information and do not constitute the agreed contractual quality of
the product. It is the responsibility of the recipient of our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed. Responsibility for compliance with the requirements of the
downstream textile market rests with the textile processor.
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Technical Information

TIe/ EU January 2012 (808)

Replaces all previous editions

= Registered trade mark of BASF SE

method, Uniperol Level P improves the levelness of the dyeings

TIe/ EU January 2012

Pale yellow to light brown liquid

Notes on safe handling, disposal,

Before the first use, reference should be made to the current

Product specification Tolerances for test characteristics are given in

Approx. 1,1 g/cm

Very good solubility (clear solution).

A 10% solution has a pH value of 9,5 11,0.

Uniperol Level P, used in vat dyeing at normal concentrations, is stable

Cationic character in solutions with a pH value of < 7.

The product property data merely provides an indication of how the

Action and advantages

Uniperol Level P can be diluted with hot or cold water.

Addition to the dye liquor

Uniperol Level P can be added directly to the dyebath in an undiluted

TIe/ EU January 2012

Uniperol Level P rate should be increased by 2530%.

Dyeing in circulating-liquor machines and on the winch beck

Uniperol Level P should be added to the dyebath after the alkali.

When dyeing by the pad-jig process, Uniperol Level P should be added

Dye retarding action

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