Properties of Basic dye



        i.            Basic dyes are water insoluble
      ii.            They are soluble in alcohol and methylated spirit.
    iii.            Brilliant shade is formed
    iv.            The tinctorial power is high
      v.            No direct affinity for cotton fibre
    vi.            Basic dye reacts with strong alkali and produce colorless dye base.
  vii.            Basic dye have direct affinity for jute fibre.
viii.            Poor washing fastness
    ix.            Acrylic fibre is reacted with basic dye.