Madder root cut – natural red dye
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Madder root powder, natural red dye
Rubia tinctorum L.
Also known as: madder, dyer's madder, common madder, Rubia tinctorum, rizari (transliteration).
Madder is the dried root of Rubia tinctorum, one of the oldest natural sources of red dye in the world. It has been used since antiquity for textiles, wool, silk, leather and wood, as well as for the traditional Greek dyeing of red Easter eggs.
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Last updated: October 2026
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- ACS Courier: delivery across Greece and to Cyprus
- ACS Smart Lockers: collection from automated parcel lockers
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- DHL: deliveries to EU countries
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Most products are dispatched within 1–2 business days of order confirmation. For bank transfers, the time counts from receipt of payment. If a product is temporarily out of stock, dispatch may take 3–5 business days and we will notify you promptly.
Estimated delivery times
| Destination | Delivery time | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Athens and major cities | 1–2 business days | |
| Regional areas | 1–3 business days | |
| Islands and remote areas | 2–5 business days | Subject to route schedules |
| EU countries (DHL) | usually 4–6 business days | Depending on the destination |
| Cyprus (ACS Courier) | 5–7 business days | From the departure of the ship |
Delivery times count from the day of dispatch. They are estimates and may be affected by circumstances beyond our control (strikes, adverse weather, etc.).
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- Deliveries are made on business days (Monday–Friday).
- Saturday delivery: available on request, at an additional charge.
- Same-day delivery: available on request, at an additional charge.
- Delivery at a scheduled time: available on request, at an additional charge.
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- DHL (EU shipments): parcels are held at the local DHL office for a limited number of days. Please contact your local DHL office to confirm.
If you are unable to collect your parcel in time, please contact us and we will find a solution. If a parcel is returned to us without prior notice, the outbound and return shipping costs are charged to the customer. See our Returns Policy for details.
Shipping to the European Union and Cyprus
We ship to all European Union countries with DHL, from €18 (Cyprus and Malta from €20). For Cyprus you can also choose ACS Courier (from €9.60). The exact cost is shown at checkout, before you pay.
On EU orders over €200, shipping is free for the first 2 kg and you pay only for the extra weight.
Since all shipments travel within the European Union, there are no customs duties or import charges.
Full details on our International Orders — European Union page.
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- E-mail: info@yperikon.gr
- Phone: (+30) 2610 221354
- Opening hours (Greek time): Mon, Wed, Sat 9:00–14:00 · Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00–14:00 & 18:00–21:00 · Sunday closed
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Last updated: May 2026
All products, prices, and shipping terms are confirmed in your order confirmation e-mail. Payment is made before delivery and can be completed using one of the following methods:
1. CREDIT / DEBIT CARD
We accept Visa and Mastercard (credit and debit cards) with full security via Piraeus Bank / Epay. No additional charge.
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• SSL encryption — your card details are never stored on our systems
• Instant order confirmation
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Pay in cash directly to the courier representative upon delivery. A service fee of €2.50 applies.
Available for deliveries within Greece only.
3. BANK TRANSFER
After placing your order, please wait for our e-mail confirmation of product availability. Then transfer the total amount to one of the following accounts:
Bank | IBAN | Account No. |
National bank | GR3201108360000083600252080 | 836 0025 2080 |
Alpha Bank | GR3901405300530002101442697 | 530002101442697 |
Eurobank | GR2002606720000990200149181 | 0026067299 0200149181 |
Piraeus | GR9401725070005507082823498 | 5507082823498 |
Bank IBAN Account No.
Εθνική Τράπεζα GR3201108360000083600252080 836 0025 2080
Alpha Bank GR3901405300530002101442697 530002101442697
Eurobank GR2002606720000990200149181 0026067299 0200149181
Πειραιώς GR9401725070005507082823498 5507082823498
Account holder: ANASTASOPULOS VASSILIOS
•No additional charge for transfers from the same bank
•Transfers from a different Greek bank may incur standard inter-bank transfer fees (e-banking)
•Transfers from a bank outside Greece: an additional fee of €4.00 applies, to be added by the buyer to the total amount transferred
•We recommend notifying us by e-mail (info@yperikon.gr) once the transfer is made, including the date and bank used — this helps us dispatch your order faster
4. IRIS PAYMENTS
You can pay instantly via IRIS using our Tax ID (AFM):
Tax ID (AFM): 104130231
IRIS Payments enables instant bank-to-bank transfers at no charge.
Note: Bank transfer and IRIS Payments are available for orders within Greece only. For EU orders, please use card payment at checkout.
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Send a message(+30) 2610 221354What it is
Madder is the dried root of Rubia tinctorum, one of the oldest natural sources of red dye in the world. It has been used since antiquity for textiles, wool, silk, leather and wood, as well as for the traditional Greek dyeing of red Easter eggs.
Key properties
Anthraquinone pigments, primarily alizarin and purpurin. They yield shades ranging from coral to deep red and burgundy, depending on the pH of the dye bath, temperature and mordant used.
Uses
Who it is for
Anyone looking for a plant-based dye for textiles, wool, silk, cotton, leather and wood; traditional red Easter eggs; craft and small-scale artisan use.
Common applications
As a dye in cold or hot baths, with alum or other traditional mordants. It gives a stable colour without synthetic dyes and is among the most long-lasting natural red dyes for both wear and washing.
Key benefits attributed to it
- Rich red shade. Alizarin produces a clean warm red, close to the Turkey Red of traditional rugs.
- No synthetic pigments. Pure plant dye, suitable for anyone avoiding azo and other industrial dyes.
- Long-lasting. Madder is one of the most stable natural red dyes, evidenced by ancient and medieval textiles still holding their colour.
- Flexible pH. Adjusting the pH shifts the tone from orange and coral to deep red and burgundy.
- Traditional for red eggs. Gives a deep red with a vinegar mordant and an olive-oil polish.
- Clean uptake. With the right process the dye stays put, without the bleed typical of synthetic pigments.
- Versatile. Works on natural fibres (cotton, linen, wool, silk), leather, wood and eggshells.
Preparation and application
Textile dyeing (cold method)
Soak 30–50 g of madder powder per litre of water for 12 hours, strain, and immerse the (previously mordanted) fabric in the bath. Leave for several hours up to 24 hours, depending on the desired intensity.
Textile dyeing (hot method)
Simmer 30–50 g of powder per litre of water for 30–45 minutes at below 80°C (above that, alizarin degrades and the colour drifts toward brown). Strain and immerse the mordanted fabric for 30–60 minutes.
Red Easter eggs
Boil 2–3 tablespoons of powder in 1 litre of water for 15 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar, strain, and immerse eggs for 5–15 minutes depending on desired intensity. Remove with a slotted spoon and polish with olive oil.
- Every batch of madder differs in colour intensity — test with one egg first.
- Check the colour every 10–15 minutes; do not rely on time alone.
- The colour darkens as it dries — take the eggs out slightly before the shade you want.
- Left for many hours or overnight, they may darken more than intended.
Precautions
Madder is not intended for consumption. As a dyestuff, avoid contact with open wounds and wear a dust mask when weighing out the powder. People with kidney conditions should avoid prolonged internal exposure — older traditional uses for kidney stones have been abandoned due to genotoxicity concerns from lucidin. Keep away from children and pets.
Frequently asked questions
What shade does madder give?
A warm red, from coral to deep red and burgundy, depending on the pH of the bath and the mordant. With alum it gives a stable red; in alkaline conditions it shifts toward burgundy-violet.
Do I need a mordant for the dye to hold on fabric?
Yes — on fabric a mordant is needed for the colour to last, usually alum. Without it the dye washes out relatively quickly. For Easter eggs no mordant is needed: a little vinegar in the dye bath is enough.
What should I watch out for so the eggs come out red and not brown?
Temperature is the key. Madder gives red only while the water stays below 80°C — a gentle simmer, never a rolling boil. If it boils hard the pigment degrades and the colour turns brownish orange. Keep the heat low, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to the dye bath, and add the eggs already boiled so you do not need to raise the temperature again.
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