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An optical brightener is a chemical compound used to enhance the appearance of materials by absorbing UV light and emitting blue light, making them appear brighter and whiter. These compounds are commonly used in textiles, paper, detergents, and plastics.

A water treatment agent is a chemical or substance used to improve water quality by removing contaminants, balancing pH levels, and preventing scale buildup. These agents are essential in industrial, municipal, and residential water treatment systems to ensure clean, safe, and efficient water use.

Optical brightener ≠ bleaching agent. In the papermaking industry, optical brightener cannot replace bleaching agent to bleach pulp, but is used as a complementary color brightening agent for bleached pulp.

Pearl pigments are used extensively in printing inks, cosmetics, automotive coatings, and crafts because of their gorgeous iridescent and shimmering characteristics.

Pearlescent pigments are widely used in decorative coatings to achieve a luxurious, shimmering finish that mimics the natural luster of pearls.

Pearl pigments, also known as mica-based pigments, are widely used to add a shimmering, metallic, or pearlescent effect to a variety of products, including paints, plastics, cosmetics, and coatings.