Stain Resistant Cationic Dyeable Nylon

Resilient, durable, and naturally easy to clean.
Nylon for BCF or extruded SDN Carpet Fibers
Nylene manufactures advanced cationic PA 6 polymer for enhanced stain resistance in lighter carpet fibers, compatible with acid-receptive nylon fibers for exceptional patterned carpet durability.

Nylene BS-600-CSDN

A Solution to Nylon's Vulnerability to Acid Dye Staining

The Challenge

Susceptibility of Nylon 6 to Acid Dyes and the Risk of Staining

Nylon 6 is highly regarded for its ability to be dyed using acid dyes, but this dyeability also makes it susceptible to staining by natural or artificial acid dyes commonly found in products like Kool-Aid® and other foods and drinks.

Our Solution

Nylene's Solution for Unmatched Stain Resistance in Lighter Shade Carpets

Nylene® BS 600 CSDN, a specially formulated cationic polymer, with inherent stain resistance for lighter shade carpet fibers. Whether used as extruded white dyed BCF or extruded SDN BCF, this unique formulation provides superior and permanent stain resistance. It eliminates the need for additional costly treatments, making it an ideal choice for creating premium carpets that are not only visually stunning but also resilient, durable, and easy to clean.

Enhancing Color-Variation in Acid-Dye Receptive Fiber Systems

The seamless integration of Nylene® BS 600 CSDN  with acid-receptive nylon fibers also enables manufacturers to explore intricate and creative designs without the constant worry of stains diminishing the carpet’s appeal. This innovative material empowers the industry to move beyond traditional limitations, offering customers a broader spectrum of visually captivating and long-lasting carpet options.

Proven Results

AATCC Test Method
  • Nylene BS600-CSDN Stain Resistant Cationic Dyeable Nylon stain test - a knitted sock made with medium, cationic, and deep dye nylon polymer

    1. Prepaire a Sock

    We utilize a knitted sock with three sections, where each section represents a different type of nylon 6 grade: Medium Dye on the left, Cationic Stain Resistant in the middle, and Ultra-Deep Dye on the right.

  • Nylene BS600-CSDN Stain Resistant Cationic Dyeable Nylon stain test - stain being applied to knitted sock

    2. Apply Stain

    All three sections are then stained with the a small amount of red dye solution to demonstration of the stain absorption and resistance properties of each type of nylon 6 polymer.

  • Nylene BS600-CSDN Stain Resistant Cationic Dyeable Nylon stain test - dye applied to knitted sock

    3. Wait 24 Hrs.

    The stained sock is kept under controlled conditions for 24 hours before being rinsed in water to eliminate any remaining unreacted dye.

  • Nylene BS600-CSDN Stain Resistant Cationic Dyeable Nylon washing red dye from knitted sock

    4. Rinse Out The Dye

    The dye washes off the BS 600 CSDN but reacted with the amine end groups in the undyed sections of the BS 700A and BS 700D. Residual staining is assessed after drying using the AATCC Red 40 Stain Scale.​

Nylene® BS 600 CSDN Tested for Performance

We test the stain resistance of our Nylene BS 600 CSDN nylon, along with our acid dye receptive polymers, Nylene BS 700 A (medium dye) and Nylene BS 700D (ultra-deep dye), using the AATCC Test Method: Red Stain Method. This helps us showcase the exceptional stain resistance of our nylon products and assure customers of their quality.

During testing, we apply a controlled amount of dilute Food Drug & Cosmetic (FD&C) Red 40 solution to the Nylene BS 600 CSDN nylon fabric. We carefully evaluate the fabric for any color change or staining, providing a comprehensive understanding of its ability to resist and repel stains. With this testing method, we ensure that our nylon product meets the industry’s stringent stain resistance standards.

ATCC Results

Nylene® BS 600 CSDN is rated 8 or better on AATCC Acid Stain Test Method
Nylene BS600 CSDN
Nylene BS600 CSDN scores 8 or higher on the scale.
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BS 600 CSDN

Stain Resistant Cationic

BS 700A

Medium Acid Dye

BS700D

Deep Acid Dye

BS 600 CSDN

Stain Resistant Cationic

BS 700A

Medium Acid Dye

BS700D

Deep Acid Dye

BS 600 CSDN

Stain Resistant Cationic

BS 700A

Medium Acid Dye

BS700D

Deep Acid Dye

Nylene Products
Nylon 6 for Carpet Fiber Polymer

Our high-performance cationic and acid-dyable polymers are formulated to surpass industry standards. Enhance your carpet products with exceptional vibrancy and durability with quality products from Nylene.

Nylene BS-600-CSDN
Cationic (Light) Dye Nylon

Nylon 6 cationic polymer with enhanced stain resistance for use in carpet and textile manufacturing.

Nylene BS700-A
Medium Acid Dye Nylon

Nylon 6 medium acid receptive polymer designed for use in carpet and textile manufacturing.

Nylene BS700-D
Ultra-Deep Acid Dye Nylon

Nylon 6 ultra-deep acid receptive polymer developed for carpet and textile manufacturing.

Nylene BS700-RA
Recycled Content

Nylon 6 medium dye acid receptive polymer is manufactured using recovered post-industrial waste

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