OEM Sulphur Black B Supplier & Factories

Pioneering Sustainable Chemical Engineering, High-Performance Dyestuffs, and Smart Manufacturing for the Global Textile Industry

Executive Summary: Tianjin Sunrise Chem Group

Tianjin Sunrise Chem Group specializes in manufacturing high-quality dyestuffs. Our comprehensive product portfolio includes Direct dyes, Acid dyes, Basic dyes, Sulphur dyes, Solvent dyes, Liquid dyes, and Fluorescent dyes. Backed by decades of deep industry and export experience, we have built a rock-solid reputation for reliability and excellence, serving global clients from diverse industrial sectors including denim, textile, leather, paper, and plastic.

We always focus intensively on product quality and batch-to-batch stability. Every single shipment undergoes rigorous analysis and lab testing before dispatch to ensure it complies with local and international requirements. Our ZDHC Level 3 compliance and GOTS certification offer an absolute guarantee that our manufacturing practices support ecological safety and transparency across the entire value chain.

"Environmental protection is the cornerstone of our innovation. We dedicate ourselves to providing clients with eco-friendly, high-performance colorants that balance high yield productivity with environmental harmony, driving the textile industry toward a sustainable, zero-discharge future."

Tianjin Sunrise Chem Lab & Office Testing Facility

25+

Years Industrial Experience

ZDHC L3

Zero Discharge Certified

80+

Exporting Destinations

100%

Batch Quality Tested

Sulphur Black B Technical Roadmap & Future Outlook

A comprehensive examination of chemical synthesis pathways, product optimization, and the transition toward green reducing agents.

Sulphur Black B (C.I. Sulphur Black 1) remains the most commercially significant dyestuff for cellulosic fibers, particularly denim warp yarns, due to its unmatched color depth, high economic viability, and excellent wash and light fastness properties. The chemical synthesis of Sulphur Black B traditionally involves the polysulphurization of 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) under heat, forming a complex polymeric structure containing disulfide bridges (-S-S-) and polysulfide chains.

To meet modern ecological criteria, our technical roadmap focuses on three core areas: reducing the presence of inorganic salts, improving solubility through clean reduction, and transitioning toward stable liquid formulations.

Eco-Friendly Reduction

Moving away from traditional sodium sulfide (Na₂S) reducing agents to non-toxic alternatives like glucose, hydroxyacetone, or low-sulfur liquid formulations to drastically lower COD/BOD levels in textile effluents.

Ultra-Pure Filtration

Deploying advanced membrane filtration systems during the isolation phase to eliminate inorganic salts (such as sodium sulfate and sodium chloride). This produces high-strength, low-salt powders and stable liquids.

Liquid Standardization

Our pre-reduced liquid Sulphur Black B eliminates the need for prior dissolving stages, offering denim mills a ready-to-use, dust-free formulation that integrates seamlessly into automated dosing systems.

Chemical Characteristics & Performance Evaluation

In its oxidized state, Sulphur Black B is completely insoluble in water. It requires a reducing agent in an alkaline medium to convert it into its water-soluble leuco form, which has a high affinity for cellulose. Once absorbed by the cotton fiber, it is oxidized back to its insoluble pigment state, locking the rich black color deep within the amorphous regions of the fiber. Below is a comparative overview of our Sulphur Black B formulations:

Parameters Sulphur Black B Granular (Standard) Sulphur Black B Crystal (High Strength) Pre-Reduced Liquid Sulphur Black B
Appearance Black Granules Shiny Black Crystals Dark Viscous Liquid
Strength / Concentration 100%, 150%, 200%, 240% Up to 260% 30% - 50% Active Content
Solubility in Na₂S solution Excellent (>80g/L at 80°C) Excellent (>90g/L at 80°C) Miscible in water in all proportions
Inorganic Salt Content Standard (<15%) Low Salt (<8%) Ultra-low Salt (<3%)
Environmental Footprint Conventional COD/BOD Optimized COD/BOD Eco-preferred (Minimum waste discharge)
Automated Dyestuff Synthesis Factory Floor

Long-Term Cooperation with Global Industrial Mills

Cooperating with textile and paper mills for many years demonstrates that our factory has established a strong, highly reliable business relationship. This kind of long-term collaboration brings numerous benefits, such as consistent ordering schedules, shared technical resources, and mutual technical support. It also indicates that the factory has a proven track record of delivering quality products and meeting the complex requirements of its global partners.

Our primary mission is to drive business growth for our clients by providing reliable, customized colorant products. Our goal is to make a significant contribution to our customers' success by consistently delivering first-class products and exceptional customer service. By building lasting, transparent partnerships, we strive to be a catalyst for our clients' long-term business success.

Macro Industry Solutions: Applications Across Key Sectors

How Sulphur Black B and associated dyestuffs provide high performance across textile, denim, leather, and paper mills.

Denim & Indigo Bottoming

Sulphur Black B is widely applied as a bottoming or topping agent for indigo-dyed denim. It provides deep, rich, dark cast effects, creating unique wash-down properties desired by global fashion brands.

Heavy Cotton Knits & Wovens

It provides a cost-effective, high-fastness black color for heavy cotton canvases, cords, workwear, and knitwear. Excellent wash and rub fastness parameters make it ideal for utilitarian garments.

Paper & Wood Pulp Dyeing

For industrial packaging, heavy paperboard, and decorative paper mills. Our liquid dyestuffs provide high affinity for cellulosic wood fibers, eliminating color bleeding and optimizing dye retention.

Leather Coloring Industry

Our Acid, Basic, and Sulphur dyes are formulated for deep penetration into the animal hide cross-sections. They produce uniform, intensely saturated shades that resist buffing and wet-rub degradation.

Plastics & Masterbatches

Using our solvent and complex colorants, polymer manufacturers produce high-heat resistant masterbatches for automotive, packaging, and high-durability synthetic plastics.

Yarn & Fiber Dyeing

Whether in hank, package, or warp dyeing systems, our formulations guarantee consistent leveling and penetration. This minimizes shading variations between the outer and inner sections of the yarn package.

China Factory 4.0: Supply Chain Resilience & Efficiency Advantage

Leveraging high production capacity, automated quality control, and direct port logistics for absolute supply reliability.

One of the main reasons why customers choose us is the highly stable, resilient supply of dyes we provide. Over the years, we have developed automated manufacturing systems that ensure continuous, high-volume production. Our factory is equipped with modern reactors, automatic packing lines, and centralized digital warehouses that allow us to fulfill the most demanding global orders, even during peak seasons.

In addition to supply security, the consistent quality of our dyes sets us apart. Our chemical engineers carefully monitor every parameter of the synthesis process, including temp control, pH modulation, and condensation speed. Each finished batch is subjected to comprehensive spectrophotometric, chromatography, and fastness tests before shipping to the port. This ensures your final product maintains color consistency across different production lots.

Located near major shipping gateways, our logistics team manages customs clearance and document processing. This guarantees seamless shipping, minimizes transit times, and reduces freight costs for our overseas clients.

Production Facility raw material input
Dyes synthesis control room
Dyes packing and labeling floor
Final quality assurance inspection before shipping

Global Enterprise Procurement & Customization (OEM / ODM)

Tailored strength, customized physical forms, packaging solutions, and private label support for global distributors.

Concentration Customization

We tailor the dyestuff strength (e.g. Sulphur Black B 200%, 220%, 240%) to match your target formulation, reducing shipping costs per unit of active colorant.

Flexible Physical Formats

Select the physical form that fits your mill: free-flowing dustless granules, fine powder, brilliant crystal flakes, or ready-to-inject pre-reduced liquid dye formulations.

OEM Private Packaging

We supply in 25kg multi-layer kraft paper bags, 25kg woven bags, 25kg fiber drums, or custom-designed IBC totes for liquid products, labeled with your own corporate branding.

Environmental Stewardship, Compliance & Certifications

Fulfilling the most stringent regulatory benchmarks: ZDHC Level 3 and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).

ZDHC Certification: The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) program is a collaborative effort by leading global brands, retailers, and chemical manufacturers to eliminate harmful substances throughout the textile and footwear supply chain. Achieving ZDHC Level 3 certification—the highest level of chemical compliance—demonstrates that our raw materials, processes, and finished colorants meet strict environmental safety requirements.

GOTS Certification: The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the leading standard for organic fibers. It covers the entire textile chain, enforcing strict ecological and social criteria. Our GOTS-certified dyes ensure that your organic textile lines remain fully certified and compliant from the farm to the store shelf.

By prioritizing clean chemical inputs, minimizing heavy metal impurities, and reducing the discharge of organic sulfur, we help your business reduce its environmental footprint while maintaining excellent coloring performance.

ZDHC Certificate
GOTS Certificate
Eco Cert
ISO Quality Certificate
SGS Tested
Dyeing processing machinery for eco cotton yarn

Global Project Portfolios & Shipping Logistics

Photos of our warehouse storage, container loading operations, and production consistency control.

Sunrise shipping yard container operations

Expert Q&A (FAQ)

Get answers to common technical, shipping, and application questions about Sulphur Black B.

What is the chemical difference between Sulphur Black B and Sulphur Black BR?
The letter suffix indicates the color cast or undertone. Sulphur Black B has a bluish-black shade, which is often preferred for denim warp dyeing to achieve a deep, cool tone. Sulphur Black BR features a reddish-black undertone, preferred for warm-toned black cotton garments and specific leather dyeing applications.
Why is pre-reduced liquid Sulphur Black B increasingly preferred by modern mills?
Pre-reduced liquid formulations have already undergone the reduction process and are soluble in water. This design eliminates the need for sodium sulfide or sodium hydrosulfite preparation at the mill, reduces dust pollution, automates the dosing process, and ensures better dye absorption with less wastewater contamination.
How does ZDHC Level 3 compliance benefit our brands and retailers?
ZDHC Level 3 compliance guarantees that our products do not contain hazardous chemical impurities above strict thresholds. This helps mills avoid batch rejections, ensures safety for workers, and meets the environmental standards required by major international fashion brands.
What are the recommended storage conditions for keeping Sulphur Black B stable?
Sulphur Black B powder and granules should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and strong oxidizing agents. Keep the packaging tightly sealed when not in use to prevent air-induced pre-oxidation, which can reduce solubility during application.
Do you support color strength adjustment for OEM bulk orders?
Yes. We offer fully customized formulations from 100% up to 240% concentration depending on your equipment and cost requirements. We can also provide tailored physical properties (powders, granules, or liquid formats) to match your mill setup.