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Areca (Betel Nut) Dye Extract | Light to Reddish-Brown Natural Dye

Areca (Betel Nut) Dye Extract | Light to Reddish-Brown Natural Dye

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Botanical Name: Areca catechu

Common Names: Betel Nut, Areca Nut

Colorant: Tannins and Arecoline

Dye Type: Substantive dye – can produce light tones without mordants but achieves richer shades with mordants.

Shade Range: Light beige to reddish-brown, with deeper tones depending on fiber type and mordants used.

Mordant Requirements: Works without mordants; alum brightens the tone, and iron creates deeper, earthy browns.

Fastness: Moderate washfastness and lightfastness; mordants improve durability, but colors may fade with prolonged sun exposure.

Common Uses: Used in textile dyeing, eco-dyeing projects, and traditional applications for tannin extraction.

Country of Origin: Native to South and Southeast Asia

Vegetarian Product: Yes

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FAQs

Are their any safety precautions

Before starting your dyeing project, it’s essential to follow these safety guidelines to ensure a safe and successful experience:

  • Avoid Ingestion: Natural dyes, although non-toxic, is strictly for textile use and is not safe for consumption.
  • Handle Carefully: Open the dye container gently to avoid spills or creating airborne dust.
  • Protect Eyes and Skin: Avoid eye contact, and do not apply directly to skin or hair. If contact with eyes occurs, rinse with cool water.
  • Dedicated Equipment Only: Use pots, utensils, and containers solely for dyeing purposes—never use them for food preparation.
  • Keep Out of Reach: Keep dye, dye baths, and mordants away from children and pets. Use adult supervision when necessary.
  • Dispose of Responsibly: Follow local guidelines when disposing of dye solutions and mordant baths.

How to store?

Keep it in a cool and dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.

Where do we ship?

DOMESTIC (India):

We deliver across all postal codes in India.

INTERNATIONAL (Export) :

We export and ship to almost all countries in the world.

Popular markets are United States, United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Netherland, Switzerland, Belgium, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Poland, Denmark, Israel, UAE, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Canada

Delivery time

Delivery time

DOMESTIC (India)

Processing time : 1-2 Days

Delivery Time: 3-7 Working days

INTERNATIONAL (Export)

Processing time : 2-4 Days

Delivery Time : 5-12 Working days

Do you offer COD

No, we don't have Cash on Delivery (COD).

Is delivery free

DOMESTIC (India)

Yes, All deliveries are free.

INTERNATIONAL (Export)

We provide free shipping of our Dye Kits on order values from $99 onwards.

Else international shipping is charged based on Destination and total weight. You will be shown the shipping cost at checkout.

Note: Shipping cost gradually comes down as weight increases.

Disclaimer

Fibono Ventures LLP is not responsible for any misuse or unintended staining of clothing, workspaces, or property. Follow instructions carefully and use only as directed.

Are you new to dyeing?

Dyeing with natural color is a very old art form and demands a serious student but the rewards can be equally fulfilling. If you would like a a step-by-step guide, check out our collection of dye kits that come with instructions - it could be a start of something special!