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Dyeing, for instance, is commonly carried out with an anionicdirectdyeby completely immersing the fabric (or yarn) in an aqueous dyebath according to a prescribed procedure.
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Some dyestuffs, such as indigo and lichens, will give good color when used alone; these dyes are called "direct dyes" or "substantive dyes".
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Direct dyes are used on cotton, paper, leather, wool, silk and nylon.
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Almost any dye, including fiber-reactive dyes, direct dyes, and acid dyes, can be used in a vat dye.
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Acid dyes are typically soluble in water and possesses affinity for amphoteric fibers while lacking direct dyes' affinity for cellulose fibers.
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