Black DTF powder uses carbon black to block dye migration on dark polyester and sublimated garments, while white powder relies on titanium dioxide and works best on cotton and light fabrics. This guide compares melt points, particle sizes, and press settings for both, and explains when to choose black powder to prevent pink or gray bleed-through on dark blanks.

White and black DTF powder both use the same TPU hot melt adhesive, but the additives differ: titanium dioxide for white, carbon black for black. White powder blends into light and white garments, while black powder blends into dark garments, preventing visible edge halos. Match powder color to fabric color, not ink color, for the cleanest results.