Ammonium Sulfate

AMMONIUM SULFATE: H₈N₂O₄S

Description: Acid modifier, white crystalline powder or granules, slight ammonia odor
Other Names: Ammonium sulfate, sulfuric acid diammonium salt, mascaguite
Dye Use: Dyebath additive, color leveler, turns acidic as heat is applied to dyebath, lowers pH of dyebath. Can waterproof fiber if heated too high.
Best On: Cotton, linen
Dye Recipe: Follow ATA recipe under alum
Safety: Mildly irritating to eyes and skin—it is an ammonia derivative after all.
Disposal: Dilute considerably, pour down toilet or sink
Alternative: Citric acid, ammonia, 11x amount of vinegar
Source: Griffin Dyeworks

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