Mordant

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007574",
  "term": "Mordant",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A substance that forms a stable complex with a dye, thereby fixing the dye to a substrate, such as a biological tissue or fiber. It acts as an intermediary, binding to both the dye and the material to enhance colorfastness. Common mordants include metal salts like aluminum sulfate or iron(II) sulfate.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1993, 65, 2003. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2072 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365092003)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/mordant/"
}