APPAREL AND HOME TEXTILES PERFORMANCE STANDARDS MANUAL · PDF file · 2014-10-20Apparel Apparel andandand Home Textiles Home Textiles Home Textiles Performance Standards ManualPerformance

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CONTENTSCONTENTSCONTENTSCONTENTS Page/s

Introduction 3 QVC Preferred Laboratories 4-7

Restricted SubstancesRestricted SubstancesRestricted SubstancesRestricted Substances 8 List of Restricted Substances 9

Azo Dye Self Certification Letter 10

Nickel Self Certification Letter 11 Reduced Quantities Testing Procedure 12

ApparelApparelApparelApparel Testing SpecificationsTesting SpecificationsTesting SpecificationsTesting Specifications 13

Woven Skirts, Dresses, Shirts and Blouses 14

Woven Jackets, Coats and Blazers 15

Warp and Weft Knitted Garments 16 Woven and Knitted Underwear 17

Woven and Knitted Adult Nightwear 18-19

Knitted Jumpers, Cardigans, Dresses and Skirts 20 Woven and Knitted Swimwear 21

Woven Trousers, Shorts and Jeans 22

Linings 23

All Garment Trims 24

Care Labelling Guidelines 25

ChildrensWearChildrensWearChildrensWearChildrensWear 26

Childrenswear: Warp and Weft Knitted Garments 27-28

Childrenswear: Knitted Jumpers, Cardigans,

Dresses and Skirts 29-30

Childrenswear: Woven Garments 31-32

Care Labelling Guidelines 33

Home TextilesHome TextilesHome TextilesHome Textiles 34 Bedding 35

Blankets 36

Pillows/ Quilts 37

Mattress Toppers 38 Curtains and Cushions 39 Towels 40

Rugs 41 Loose and Stretch Covers 42 Flammability Labelling References 43-44 Care Labelling Guidelines 45 Labelling and marking of fibre composition Labelling and marking of fibre composition Labelling and marking of fibre composition Labelling and marking of fibre composition 46-47 Requirements for textileRequirements for textileRequirements for textileRequirements for textile products products products products

INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION This manual illustrates QVC’s performance standards and test methods for various QVC Apparel and Home textiles products. It contains standard testing methods as well as requirements for various products, providing a summary of QVC’s expectations in terms of performance and compliance for such products. Vendors should be aware of QVC’s quality expectation level prior to negotiating prices, price commitments and order agreements. As such, QVC products specifications are provided to all QVC vendors.

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QVC PREFERRED LABORATORIESQVC PREFERRED LABORATORIESQVC PREFERRED LABORATORIESQVC PREFERRED LABORATORIES Intertek Intertek Intertek Intertek andandandand Bureau Veritas Bureau Veritas Bureau Veritas Bureau Veritas

Contacts regarding the testing procedure: Apparel, Home Textiles, Accessories and Footwear: Mike Roberts: [email protected] Shaji Matthew: [email protected]

Intertek Contact ListIntertek Contact ListIntertek Contact ListIntertek Contact List

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Bureau Veritas Contact ListBureau Veritas Contact ListBureau Veritas Contact ListBureau Veritas Contact List

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RESTRICTED SUBSTANCESRESTRICTED SUBSTANCESRESTRICTED SUBSTANCESRESTRICTED SUBSTANCES

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LIST OF RESTRICTED SUBSTANCESLIST OF RESTRICTED SUBSTANCESLIST OF RESTRICTED SUBSTANCESLIST OF RESTRICTED SUBSTANCES It will be the responsibility of QVC vendors to ensure that their product does not contain any of the listed restricted substances. We recommend that evidence of compliance is obtained either in the form of a certificate from an accredited test house, which has applied the recognised rest criteria set out or other evidence of, supply source compliance. The following list of substances should not be present above permissible limits.

ChemicalChemicalChemicalChemical

RestrictionRestrictionRestrictionRestriction

MethodMethodMethodMethod

LimitLimitLimitLimit

Cadmium Reach Annex XVII BS EN 1122:2001 6.3.2 Method B

As per Reach Annex XVII

Formaldehyde Classed as a carcinogenic by WHO

BS EN ISO 14184 part 1 and 2

Released 300ppm Free 75ppm

Phthalates Reach Annex XVII GCMS As per Reach Annex XVII

Chromium VI Found to possess carcinogenic and allergenic properties

BS 6810:1987 3ppm

Mothproofing agent Found to be nerve agent and toxic

GCMS 5ppm

Pentachlorophenol Reach Annex XVII LMBG B82.02.8 As per Reach Annex XVII

Disperse Dyestuffs Found to possess carcinogenic and allergenic properties

DIN 54231 20ppm

Dimethylfumarate Reach Annex XVII GCMS As per Reach Annex XVII

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AZO DYE AZO DYE AZO DYE AZO DYE SELF CERTIFICATION CERTIFISELF CERTIFICATION CERTIFISELF CERTIFICATION CERTIFISELF CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATECATECATECATE

Thursday, 11th December 2008 Dear Vendor, Use of Azodye ColourantsUse of Azodye ColourantsUse of Azodye ColourantsUse of Azodye Colourants

As you are no doubt aware there are rules restricting the marketing and use of dangerous substances and preparations (namely azodye colourants) which might come into prolonged contact with the skin or oral cavity. (These rules can be found in The Controls on Certain Azo Dyes and "Blue Colourant" Regulations 2003. It is illegal to place on the market any products that do not comply with these regulations.

It is the responsibility of QVC vendors to ensure that their product complies with these rules and we recommend that you obtain evidence of compliance. This should be either in the form of a certificate from an accredited test house, which has applied the test criteria set out in the directive or other evidence of supply source compliance. QVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policy With effect from 1

st January 2009 QVC vendors are required to do one of the following:-

• supply an Azo test report from an independent test laboratory for all their ranges; or

• submit a signed copy of this document confirming that all their products conform to the above directive and are therefore Azo dye free. This self certificate will be valid for 12 months. QVC will no longer be able to purchase and air products from vendors that have not signed and returned this letter.

The Quality Assurance Department will be commissioning random independent testing of delivered products. Representative samples will be taken from orders comprising of more than one style and a composite sample will be tested of any style in more than one colour. QVC will absorb the cost of this testing, however if a vendor’s results do not conform to regulations, QVC reserves the right to carry out further testing at the vendor’s expense and / or reject the shipment in whole or part on the grounds of non-compliance with these legal requirements. If any product is found to fail, then QVC will conduct a 95% AQL check on the vendor’s remaining lines within the warehouse to ascertain if any other products may be affected, and / or products need to be rejected, this escalated check will be carried out at the vendor’s expense. In the event that these SKU’s have been sold this would result in market place action including the possibility of a recall of all sold items. Any market place action will be at the vendor’s expense. It is therefore in the vendor’s interest to ensure that all products are compliant. Any vendor that is found to have submitted a product that is failed will immediately have their self certificate status revoked and will be required to submit passed Azo dye test reports for their next 6 lines. If these reports are deemed to be satisfactory then they can once again revert back to the self certification process described in this letter. It is illegIt is illegIt is illegIt is illegal to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.al to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.al to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.al to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives. Please note that the procedures set out above will apply to all future sample products and orders placed and will form part of your purchase contract with QVC. This letter should be signed by your authorised officer or other representative to confirm that you understand and acknowledge these requirements and either faxed to QVC for the Attention of: Emma Atkinson on +44 (0)208 811 5918 or posted to QVC Vendor Relations QVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XU. Within the next fourteen days. Please ensure that you retain a copy of this letter for your own records. Yours sincerely, For and on behalf of QVC QA Department We confirm our agreementWe confirm our agreementWe confirm our agreementWe confirm our agreement to the requirements set out above: to the requirements set out above: to the requirements set out above: to the requirements set out above: Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: ………………………………………………….. Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….

QVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUQVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUQVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUQVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XU

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NICKEL NICKEL NICKEL NICKEL SELF CERTIFICATISELF CERTIFICATISELF CERTIFICATISELF CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATEON CERTIFICATEON CERTIFICATEON CERTIFICATE

Thursday, 11th December 2008 Dear Vendor, Restrictions on the use of NickelRestrictions on the use of NickelRestrictions on the use of NickelRestrictions on the use of Nickel The Dangerous Substances & Preparations (Nickel Safety) Regulations 2000 SI 2000 No. 1668 ;("the Regulations") All products marketed by QVC which have metal components that could be expected to come into prolonged and constant contact with the skin must meet the British Standards Specifications set out below:

• BS EN 12472:2005BS EN 12472:2005BS EN 12472:2005BS EN 12472:2005 Method for the simulation of wear & corrosion for the detection of nickel release from coated items.

• BS EN 1811:1999BS EN 1811:1999BS EN 1811:1999BS EN 1811:1999 Reference Test method for release of nickel from products in direct and prolonged contact with the skin.

It is the responsibility of QVC vendors to ensure that their product complies with these standards and the Regulations and we recommend that you obtain evidence of compliance. This should be either in the form of a certificate from an accredited test house, which has applied the test criteria set out in the above test methods or other evidence of supply source compliance. QVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policyQVC’s QA policy With effect from 1st January 2009, Vendors will be required to do one of the following:-

• supply a Nickel test report from an independent test laboratory for all their ranges; or

• submit a signed copy of this document confirming that all their products conform to the above standards and comply in all respects with the Regulations. . This self certificate will be valid for 12 months. QVC will no longer be able to purchase and air products from vendors that have not signed and returned this letter.

The Quality Assurance Department will be commissioning random independent testing of delivered products. QVC will absorb the cost of this testing, however if a vendor’s results do not conform to industry guidelines, QVC reserves the right to carry out further testing at the vendor’s expense and / or reject the shipment in whole or part on the grounds of non-compliance with these legal requirements. If any product is found to fail, then QVC will conduct a 95% AQL check on the vendor’s remaining lines that contain metal components to ascertain if any other products may be affected and / or products need to be rejected. This escalated check will be carried out at the vendor’s expense In the event that these SKU’s have been sold this would result in market place action including the possibility of a recall of all sold items. Any market place action will be at the vendor’s expense It is therefore in the vendor’s interest to ensure that all products are compliant. Any vendor that is found to have submitted a product that fails will immediately have their self certificate status revoked and will be required to submit passed Nickel test reports for their next 6 lines. If these reports are deemed to be satisfactory then they can once again revert back to the self certification process described in this letter. It is illegal to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.It is illegal to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.It is illegal to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives.It is illegal to place on the market any product that does not comply with these directives. Please note that the procedures set out above will apply to all future sample products and orders placed and will form part of your purchase contract with QVC. This letter should be signed by your authorised officer or other representative to confirm that you understand and acknowledge these requirements and either faxed to QVC for the Attention of: Emma Atkinson on 044 (0)20044 (0)20044 (0)20044 (0)208888 811811811811 5918591859185918 or posted to QVC Vendor Relations QVC Vendor Relations QVC Vendor Relations QVC Vendor Relations QVC, Building 8, Chiswick QVC, Building 8, Chiswick QVC, Building 8, Chiswick QVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUPark, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUPark, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUPark, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XU. . . . within the next fourteen days. Please ensure that you retain a copy of this letter for your own records. Yours sincerely, For and on behalf of QVC QA Department We confirm our agreement to the requirements set out above:We confirm our agreement to the requirements set out above:We confirm our agreement to the requirements set out above:We confirm our agreement to the requirements set out above: Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: …………………………………………………..Sign: ………………………………………………..Print Name: ………………………………………………….. Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….Company/Firm: ………………….. ………………………………….Date: ………………….

QVC, Building 8, ChisQVC, Building 8, ChisQVC, Building 8, ChisQVC, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUwick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUwick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XUwick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 5XU

Reduced Quantities testing Procedure:Reduced Quantities testing Procedure:Reduced Quantities testing Procedure:Reduced Quantities testing Procedure:

To minimise the cost involved with testing QVC is introducing reduced testing based upon the quantities ordered per sku/style. Please refer to the below before requesting your testing on any apparel or home textile product. • Under 50 units (combined total for all colour options) – Fibre

composition and any other legislative testing only (no colour fastness or stability testing is required)

• 50-249 units (combined total for all colour options) – Fibre composition and any other legislative tests plus stability on one colour option and colour fastness testing ( no colour fastness to light) to be completed on the darkest colour option only.

• 250-499 units (combined total for all colour options) – Fibre composition and any other legislative tests plus stability testing on one colour option and colour fastness testing on all colour options but no colour fastness to light testing necessary.

• >500 units and TSV’s (combined total for all colour options) – All compulsory testing as per performance specification plus additional appearance after wash test.

• Any claims that are being made about a product i.e. a stipulated thread count or water resistance, regardless of quantities ordered must also be tested and substantiated.

• On occasion, QVC may deem it necessary to request additional testing on certain products that fall outside of the above guidelines.

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APPARELAPPARELAPPARELAPPAREL TESTING SPECIFICATIONSTESTING SPECIFICATIONSTESTING SPECIFICATIONSTESTING SPECIFICATIONS

Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven Skirts, Dresses, Shirts & BlousesWoven Skirts, Dresses, Shirts & BlousesWoven Skirts, Dresses, Shirts & BlousesWoven Skirts, Dresses, Shirts & Blouses

TestTestTestTest MethodMethodMethodMethod RequirementsRequirementsRequirementsRequirements CommentsCommentsCommentsComments

Note, core tests required subject to quantities ordered, please refer to the reduced quantities testing procedure page.

Compulsory TestingCompulsory TestingCompulsory TestingCompulsory Testing

Legislative TestsLegislative TestsLegislative TestsLegislative Tests

Fibre composition

73/44/EEC and 96/73/EC,as amended by 2006/2/EC

No tolerance for 100% composition +/- 3% on blends

To be completed on all base material qualities once per season.

Colour TestsColour TestsColour TestsColour Tests

Colour Fastness to Washing

BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997

Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4/5

Test at Care Label temperature

Colour Fastness to Dry Cleaning

BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4

Dry Clean items only

Colour Fastness to Water

BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010


N/A on white & cream fabrics

Colour Fastness to Rubbing

BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4


Colour Fastness to Light

BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Stability and Laundry TestsStability and Laundry TestsStability and Laundry TestsStability and Laundry Tests

Stability to Washing

BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/-3% Test at Care Label temperature

Stability to Dry Clean

Commercial +/-3% Dry Clean items only

WIRA Stability to Steam

BS 4323: 1979 +/-3% Dry Clean items only

Additional TestingAdditional TestingAdditional TestingAdditional Testing

Appearance After Wash

IHTM - 07 Refer to method Test at Care Label temperature

Print Durability IHTM – 01/01B Change: 4 – N.S.C. Cross Stain: 4/5

Test at Care Label temperature Refer to method for other requirements

Snagging Resistance - Pod Method

BS 8479:2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns only

Tensile Strength

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999 - Grab Method

150N

Seam Slippage Seam Strength

BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 -2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N

Seam slippage to be tested at 3mm, on fabrics with contrast warp and weft threads

Tear Strength BS EN 13937 - 1: 2000

10N

Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999

S/C at 5000 Revs Grade 3/4

15,000 Revs

Martindale Pilling BS EN ISO 12945 -2: 2000

2,000 Revs Grade 3/4

Only test on spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their blends

Stretch & Recovery (After 1 Min)

BS EN 17404: 2005 Method A (30N Load)

5% Max

Fabrics containing less than 6% elastane

Accelerotor IHTM-42 Weight Loss 12% Visual Assessment ‘Negligible’

Pile fabrics only 3 mins velvet or 5 Mins Corduroy at 2000 R.P.M.

NOTE: Test Reports will only be accepted within 12 months from the date of issue

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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven Jackets, Coats and Blazers

TestTestTestTest MethodMethodMethodMethod RequireRequireRequireRequirementsmentsmentsments CommentsCommentsCommentsComments




Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010


N/A on white and cream fabrics


BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 5

Stability and Physical TestsStability and Physical TestsStability and Physical TestsStability and Physical Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001




Stability to Steam (WIRA)


Hydrostatic Head BS EN ISO 20811:1992

600mm/min Compulsory when water resistant claims are made






Fibre Shedding IHTM - 26 Slight Grade 4 All garments that have fur collars / cuffs


BS 8479:2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns

Tensile Strength

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999 Grab Method

150N


BS EN ISO 13936 -1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 -2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N


Tear Strength BS EN 13937 - 1 : 2000

10N

Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999


15,000 Revs



Spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their blends

Stretch and Recovery (After 1 Min)

BS EN 14704 -1:2005 Method A (30N Load)

5% Max





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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Warp and Weft Knitted Garments (including t-shirts, tops, skirts, leisurewear and sportswear) Test Test Test Test MethodMethodMethodMethod RequirementsRequirementsRequirementsRequirements CommentsCommentsCommentsComments




Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010



Colour Fastness to Perspiration

BS EN ISO 105 -E04: 1996




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4


BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001







Print Durability

IHTM – 01/01B Change: 4 – N.S.C. Cross Stain: 4/5

Test at Care Label temperature Refer to test method for other requirements

Spirality IHTM – 02 5% Max

Single jersey weft knits only


BS 8479:2008

Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing filament yarns only

Bursting Strength BS EN ISO 13938 –2 or 2: 1999

180 kPa Lace 250 kPa

Single jersey weft knits only 30mm Diaphragm

Martindale Pilling BSEN ISO 12945 –2: 2000

Woven 2,000 Revs Grade 3/4 Knitted 500 Revs Grade 3/4


Stretch and Recovery (After 1 min)

BS EN 14704 -1: 2005 Method A (1.5kg Load)

10% Max

Weft knitted fabrics containing less than 11% elastane only See Table 1 in method for cycling loads


Velour fabrics only 3 Mins at 2000 R.P.M.


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven and Knitted Underwear





Fibre composition



To be completed on all base material qualities.



BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E04: 1996




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

Woven +/-3% Knitted +/- 5%




BS 8479 : 2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns only


BS EN 14704 -1:2005 Method A Woven 30N load

Woven 5% Max Knitted 10% Max

Woven fabrics containing less than 6% elastane and weft knitted fabrics containing less than 11% elastane. See table 1 in method for cycling loads of knitted fabrics.


IHTM – 07 Refer to method Test at Care Label temperature

Print Durability



Spirality

IHTM – 02 5% Max Single jersey weft knits only

Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999 Grab Method

110 N Woven only


BS EN ISO 13936 – 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 100N

Woven only Seam slippage to be tested at 3mm, on fabrics with contrast warp and weft threads

Bursting Strength

BS EN ISO 13938 -2: 1999

250 kPa 30mm Diaphragm


Tear Strength

BS EN 13937: 2000 10 N Woven only





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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven and Knitted Adult Nightwear





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E04: 1996



Colourfastness to water

BS EN ISO 105 – E01 :2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001



Additional Testing


BS EN 14704 -1:2005 Method A Woven 30N


Woven fabrics containing less than 6% elastane and weft knitted fabrics containing less than 11% elastane See table 1 in method for cycling loads of knitted fabrics.



Print Durability



Spirality

IHTM – 02 5% Max Single jersey weft knits only


BS 8479: 2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns only

Tensile Strength

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999 Grab Method

110 N Woven only

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BS EN ISO 13936 – 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 100N


Bursting Strength

BS EN ISO 13938 -1 or 2: 1999

250 kPa Single jersey weft knits only 30mm Diaphragm

Tear Strength

BS EN 13937: 2000

8 N Woven only

Martindale Pilling

BS EN ISO 12945 -2: 2000



Please Note: Adults nightwear and garments commonly worn as nightwear must carry a permanent label showing whether or not they meet the flammability standard for UK nightwear. Please refer to the nightwear safety regulations for children’s nightwear.


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Knitwear: Jumpers, Cardigans, Dresses & Skirts




Legslative TestsLegslative TestsLegslative TestsLegslative Tests

Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -EO4: 1996


Nylon Silk and Wool only N/A on white & cream fabrics N/A for Cardigans


BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std 4


BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/-5%





Chenille Pile Loss

6A at 40° Tumble Dry

IHTM - 19 5% Max Weight Loss


IHTM - 07 Refer to method Test at Care Label conditions

Print Durability IHTM – 01/01B Change: 4 - N.S.C Cross Stain: 4/5


Spirality IHTM - 02 5% Max


Fibre Shedding IHTM - 26 Refer to method All garments that have fur collars / cuffs

Martindale Pilling

BS EN ISO 12945 –2: 2000

Knitted 500 Revs Grade 3/4


Stretch & Recovery (After 1 min)

BS EN 14704-1:2005 Method A (1.5kg Load)

10% Max

Fabrics containing less than 11% elastane See Table 1 in method for cycling loads


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven and Knitted Swimwear





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E04: 1996




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Colour fastness to Sea Water

BS EN IS0 105 -E02: 1996

Change: 4 Stain: 4


Colour fastness to Chlorinated Water

BS EN ISO 105 -E03: 1997

Change: 4 100mg/l Swimwear 50mg/l Beachwear



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001








BS 8479: 2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns only



Print Durability



Spirality IHTM – 02 5% Max Single jersey weft knits only

Tensile Strength Grab Method

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999

110 N Woven only


BS EN ISO 13936 – 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 100N


Bursting Strength BS EN ISO 13938 -1 or 2: 1999

250 kPa 30mm Diaphragm



BS EN 14704 -1:2005 Method A Woven 20N load


Woven fabrics containing less than 6% elastane and weft knitted fabrics containing less than 11% elastane See Table 1 in method for cycling loads of knitted fabrics.

Tear Strength

BS EN 13937: 2000 10 N Woven only


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PerPerPerPerformance Standard formance Standard formance Standard formance Standard Woven Trousers, Shorts and Jeans





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997

Change: 4. Denim3/4 Stain: 4. Denim 3/4 Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4.

Denim ¾ Stain: 4



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010

Change: 4. Denim3/4 Stain: 4. Denim 3/4 Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Denim 3/4 Wet: 3/4. Denim 3



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

StabilStabilStabilStability and Laundry Testsity and Laundry Testsity and Laundry Testsity and Laundry Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001











Smoothness Appearance Assessment

BS EN ISO 15487: 2001

Smoothness 3.5 Crease Retention 3.5 Seams 3.5

Only test if the garment is to carry the promotional claim. Product to be washed as per wash care label.

Appear After Wash


Tensile Strength Grab Method

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999

220N

N/A on garments made in denim fabrics


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 100N SS 120N

Seam slippage to be tested at 3mm, on fabrics with contrast warp and weft threads 3mm opening N/A on garments made in denim fabrics


10N N/A on garments made in denim fabrics

Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999


25,000 Revs

Martindale Pilling BS EN ISO 12945-2: 2000



Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999


25,000 Revs

NOTE : Test Reports will only be accepted within 12 months from the date of issue

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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Linings




LegLegLegLegiiiislative Testsslative Testsslative Testsslative Tests

Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997

Change: 4 Stain: 3/4 Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 3/4 Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001





Stability to Steam (WIRA)

BS 4323: 1979 +/-3% Dry clean items only


Print Durability

IHTM – 01/01B Change: 3/4 – N.S.C. Cross Stain: 4/5



BS 8479 :2008 Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns only


BS EN ISO 105 – E04 : 1996

Change:4 Stain:4 Cross Stain: 4/5

Bursting Strength 30mm Diaphragm

BS EN ISO 13938 -1 or 2:1999

300 kPa


Tensile Strength

BS EN ISO 13934 - 1: 1999 Grab Method

110N Woven only


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 – 2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 100N


Tear Strength

BS EN 13937 - 1: 2000

80N Woven only





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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard All Garment Trims





Fibre composition




For products containing Nickel which are in prolonged and direct contact with the skin

BSEN 12472: 1999 BS EN 1811:1999

< 0.5 µg/sq cm/week

Nickel content / release : Must meet requirements of the Nickel directive. If the sample is coated carry out BSEN 12472: 1999 followed by BSEN 1811: 1999

Phthalates BS EN 14372: 2004 Must comply with the requirements

All PVC and plastic coated garments for babies / children under 3yrs



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 1997

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4


Colour Fastness to Light:

BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Physical TestsPhysical TestsPhysical TestsPhysical Tests

Pull Test

Bs 7907:2007 70N All baby/childrenswear up to 4 years of age

AAAAdditional Testingdditional Testingdditional Testingdditional Testing

Toxicity (Migration of Certain Elements)

BS EN 71 - 3: 1995 Must meet the requirements Stated in BS EN 71-3:1995

All components baby/childrenswear

Print Durability



Zips BS 3084: 2006 Must meet the requirements stated in for end uses

Sharp Edges No sharp edges are to be present

Visually examine the sample for defects such as injection points, sharp edges or burrs. If sharp edges are present test to EN71 Pt1 Sect 4.7 using the test method outlined in Sect 8.11.


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CARE LABELLING GUIDELINESCARE LABELLING GUIDELINESCARE LABELLING GUIDELINESCARE LABELLING GUIDELINES

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APPARELAPPARELAPPARELAPPAREL CHILDRENSWEARCHILDRENSWEARCHILDRENSWEARCHILDRENSWEAR

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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Childrenswear Warp and Weft Knitted Garments (including t-shirts, tops and skirts)

TestTestTestTest MethodMethodMethodMethod ReReReRequirementsquirementsquirementsquirements CommentsCommentsCommentsComments




Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -E04: 1996




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4


BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4


Stability and Laundry TeStability and Laundry TeStability and Laundry TeStability and Laundry Testsstsstssts


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001







Print Durability


Test at Care Label temperature Refer to test method for other requirements

Spirality IHTM – 02 5% Max



BS 8479:2008

Grade 3/4 Fabrics containing filament yarns only

Bursting Strength BS EN ISO 13938 –2 or 2: 1999

180 kPa Lace 250 kPa

Single jersey weft knits only 30mm Diaphragm

Martindale Pilling BSEN ISO 12945 –2: 2000




BS EN 14704 -1: 2005 Method A (1.5kg Load)

10% Max

Weft knitted fabrics containing less than 11% elastane only See Table 1 in method for cycling loads


Velour fabrics only 3 Mins at 2000 R.P.M.

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Additional Additional Additional Additional Notes for ChildrenswearNotes for ChildrenswearNotes for ChildrenswearNotes for Childrenswear

The Children’s Clothing (Hood Cords) Regulations 1976

Compliance Children’s garments only

BS EN 14682: 2007 Cords and Drawstrings on Children’s Clothing, Specifications.

Compliance Children’s garments only Seek advice from testing partner, cannot be fully evaluated by a laboratory, but needs to be implemented during product development process

BS 7907: 2007 The Design and Manufacture of Children’s Clothing to Promote Mechanical Safety

Follows guidance in standard

Children’s garments only Seek advice from testing partner, cannot be fully evaluated by a laboratory, but needs to be implemented during product development process


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Children’s Knitwear: Jumpers, Cardigans, Dresses and Skirts




Legslative TestsLegslative TestsLegslative TestsLegslative Tests

Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -EO4: 1996


Nylon Silk and Wool only N/A on white and cream fabrics N/A on cardigans


BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std 4


BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4




BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/-5%





Chenille Pile Loss

6A at 40° Tumble Dry

IHTM - 19 5% Max Weight Loss


IHTM - 07 Refer to method Test at Care Label conditions

Print Durability IHTM – 01/01B Change: 4 - N.S.C Cross Stain: 4/5


Spirality IHTM - 02 5% Max


Fibre Shedding IHTM - 26 Refer to method All garments that have fur collars / cuffs

Martindale Pilling

BS EN ISO 12945 –2: 2000

Knitted 500 Revs Grade 3/4



BS EN 14704-1:2005 Method A (1.5kg Load)

10% Max

Fabrics containing less than 11% elastane See Table 1 in method for cycling loads


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Additional Additional Additional Additional Notes for ChildrenswearNotes for ChildrenswearNotes for ChildrenswearNotes for Childrenswear

The Children’s Clothing (Hood Cords) Regulations 1976

Compliance Children’s garments only

BS EN 14682: 2007 Cords and Drawstrings on Children’s Clothing, Specifications.

Compliance Children’s garments only Seek advice from testing partner, cannot be fully evaluated by a laboratory, but needs to be implemented during product development process

BS 7907: 2007 The Design and Manufacture of Children’s Clothing to Promote Mechanical Safety

Follows guidance in standard

Children’s garments only Seek advice from testing partner, cannot be fully evaluated by a laboratory, but needs to be implemented during product development process

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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Woven Children’s wear


Core tests. Note, colour fastness to be completed on all colour ways, physical tests on one colour way as a minimum requirement and all colour ways if the process route is different.



Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -D01: 2010

Change: 4 Stain: 4



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4 Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001













Tensile Strength

BS EN ISO 13934 -2: 1999 - Grab Method

150N


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 -2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N



10N

Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999


15,000 Revs





BS EN 17404: 2005 Method A (30N Load)

5% Max




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Children’s Safety TestingChildren’s Safety TestingChildren’s Safety TestingChildren’s Safety Testing Mechanical safety of childrenwear clothing

BS 7907:2007 Childrenswear garments should be assessed and comply with the requirements and guidance as stated in BS 7907:2007

Safety of children’s clothing-cords and drawstrings on children’s clothing –specifications.

BS 14682:2007 Childrenswear garments should be assessed and comply with the guidance as stated in BS 14682:2007


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Bedding



Compulsory TeCompulsory TeCompulsory TeCompulsory Testingstingstingsting


Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997

Change: 4. Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010

Change: 4. Stain: 4 Stain: 4. Cross Stain: 4/5



BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

Flat woven+/-3% Brushed flannelette And knitted +/-5%



Fabric Weight

BS EN 12127:1998 From accepted spec



Smoothness Appearance

BS EN ISO 15487 :2001

Smoothness 3.5

Tensile Strength Strip Method

BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

180N


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N


10N


1,000 Revs 3/4 2,000 Revs 3/4 4,000 revs 3/4

Not applicable on flannelette fabrics

Bursting Strength BS EN ISO 13938-2: 1999

300 Kpa 30mm diaphragm knitted fabrics only

Threads per unit length

BS EN 1049-2:1994 Compulsory test if a claim is made

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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Blankets / Bedspreads / Comforters / Throws





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Colour Fastness to Dry Clean

BS EN ISO 105 D01:2010

Change 4 Stain 4


SSSStability and Laundry Teststability and Laundry Teststability and Laundry Teststability and Laundry Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/-5% flat dry +/-7% tumble dry





Fabric Weight





BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

120N

Woven fabric


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N


1,000 Revs 3/4 2,000 Revs 3/4 4,000 revs 3/4




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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Pillows / Quilts / Duvets





Fibre composition




Flammability(pillows only)

BS 5852 Part - 2:1982

Furniture / Furnishings Regulations 1988 –fillings only



BS EN ISO 105 – C06 :1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4 Applicable on quilts only


BS EN ISO 105 D01:2010

Change 4 Stain 4

Dry Clean items only N/A on pillows / quilts

Stability and Physical TestsStability and Physical TestsStability and Physical TestsStability and Physical Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/- 3% Test at Care Label temperature


Commercial +/- 3% Dry Clean items only

Cleanliness of filling

BS 12935 2001 or BS 1425-1:1991

Must meet the requirements set out in the standard.

Tog Rating

BS 5335-1 :1991 or BS 5335-2 :2006

Part 1 = minimum value +3 tog Part 2 = -0.5/+3 tog

Applicable to products were a claimed tog value is given


Fibre percolation IHTM – 004 Refer to Laboratory Technologist


BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

180N


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Mattress Toppers





Fibre composition



To be completed on all base material qualities once per season. Only required if applicable

Flammability

BS 7177:2008 and BS 5852 part 2 1982

The finished product shall fulfil the requirements as laid down in BS 7177:2008 and UK Fire and Furnishing Regs. Refer to labelling guidelines in manual

The filling materials used shall fulfil the applicable requirements as laid down in: “The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988.” And the “The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1989.”



BS EN ISO 105 – C06 :1997


Test at Care Label temperature. Only required if applicable


BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010


N/A on white and cream fabrics. Only required if applicable


BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4

N/A on white and cream fabrics. Only required if applicable



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001


Test at Care Label temperature. Only required if applicable


Fabric Weight



BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

150N

Only required if applicable


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 100N SS 120N

Only required if applicable


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Curtains and Cushions





Fibre composition




Flammability (scatter cushions only)

BS 5852 Part - 2:1982

The finished product shall fulfill the requirements as laid down in the fire and furnishing regs 1998. Please see labelling guidelines within this manual.

Furniture / Furnishings Regulations 1998



BS EN ISO 105 – C06 :1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Colour Fastness Colour Fastness Colour Fastness Colour Fastness to Dry Cleaningto Dry Cleaningto Dry Cleaningto Dry Cleaning

BS EN ISO(D01):1995 Change : 4 On applicable fabrics

Stability Stability Stability Stability and Laundry Testsand Laundry Testsand Laundry Testsand Laundry Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001




Commercial +/- 3% Test at Care Label temperature

Additional TestingAdditional TestingAdditional TestingAdditional Testing Fabric Weight




Smoothness Appearance

BS EN ISO 15487 :2001

Smoothness 3.5 Seams 3.5

Product to be washed as per care label

Accelerotor AATCC 93 : 1994 Weight Loss 12% Visual Assessment Negligible

3 mins velvet or 5 mins Velour at 2000rpm


BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

150N


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 100N SS 120N


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Towels





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 – C06 :1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 5 Std: 4

Std 5 on beach Std 4 all others

Colour Fastness to Sea Water

BS EN ISO 105(E02):1996

Change: 4 Stain: 4

Beach towels only

Colour fastness to Chlorinated water

Bs EN ISO 105 (E03):1997

Change : 4 20mg/l (all towels)



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/- 3% Test at Care Label temperature


Fabric Weight


Snagging ASTM 3939:2004 Grade 3-4 600 revs


BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

180N

Specification for Terry Towels - absorbency

BE EN 14697 :2005 annex B

<30 seconds Test after cleansing


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Rugs





Fibre composition






BS EN ISO 105 – C06 :1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010




BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4



BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4

Colourfastness to Shampoo

BS 1006 UK TB:1990 Change: 4 Stain: 4



BS EN ISO 6330: 2001


Physical TestsPhysical TestsPhysical TestsPhysical Tests

Tuft withdrawal BS 5229:1975 Tufted Rugs 1.5kg Mats 1.0kg

Fibre Shedding AIHM -07 Grade 4 slight Fur only


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Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Performance Standard Loose / Stretch Covers





Fibre composition




Flammability – Stretch Covers Loose covers

BS 5852 Schedule 5 part 2 Schedule 5 part 1

Only applicable for covers which are used to upholster furniture.



BS EN ISO 105 -C06: 1997




BS EN ISO 105 -E01: 2010


N/A on white and cream fabrics Face and Back to be tested .


BS EN ISO 105 -X12: 2002

Dry: 4. Wet: 3/4

N/A on white and cream fabrics Face and Back to be tested


BS EN ISO 105 -B02: 1999

Std: 4


BS EN ISO 105 D01:2010

Change 4 Stain 4


Stability and LaStability and LaStability and LaStability and Laundry Testsundry Testsundry Testsundry Tests


BS EN ISO 6330: 2001

+/-3% flat dry +/-7% tumble dry





Fabric Weight


Martindale Abrasion

BS EN ISO 12947 - 2: 1999

S/C at 5000 Revs

Grade ¾ 25,000 revs

BS 2543 is to be used for covers which are intended to be used to upholster furniture.


BS EN ISO 13934 -1: 1999

120N

Woven fabric


BS EN ISO 13936 - 1: 2004 BS EN ISO 13935 –2: 1999

6mm SO 80N SS 120N


1,000 Revs 3/4 2,000 Revs 3/4 4,000 revs 3/4




BS EN 14704 -1:2005 Method A (30N Load)

5% Max



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TOPPERTOPPERTOPPERTOPPER

RESISTANT Black Logo Blue Background 5mm (Min)

10ppt or 2.5mm (Min) CONFORMS TO BS 7177:2008CONFORMS TO BS 7177:2008CONFORMS TO BS 7177:2008CONFORMS TO BS 7177:2008 FOR DFOR DFOR DFOR DOMESTIC USEOMESTIC USEOMESTIC USEOMESTIC USE

White label

LOW HAZARD

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TOPPER TOPPER TOPPER TOPPER andandandand PILLOW, CUSHIONS PILLOW, CUSHIONS PILLOW, CUSHIONS PILLOW, CUSHIONS

Note : must be attached to the inside pad.Note : must be attached to the inside pad.Note : must be attached to the inside pad.Note : must be attached to the inside pad.

10ppt or 2.5mm (Min) on White Label

CARELESSNESS CARELESSNESS CARELESSNESS CARELESSNESS CAUSES FIRECAUSES FIRECAUSES FIRECAUSES FIRE

QVC W4 5XU Or (Or (Or (Or (UK importer’s address)UK importer’s address)UK importer’s address)UK importer’s address)

FILL DETAILS:

ALL FILLING MATERIALALL FILLING MATERIALALL FILLING MATERIALALL FILLING MATERIAL TESTED TESTED TESTED TESTED ANDANDANDAND COMPLY WITH COMPLY WITH COMPLY WITH COMPLY WITH THE FURNITURE THE FURNITURE THE FURNITURE THE FURNITURE ANDANDANDAND FURNISHINGS FURNISHINGS FURNISHINGS FURNISHINGS (FIRE) (SAFETY) REGULATI(FIRE) (SAFETY) REGULATI(FIRE) (SAFETY) REGULATI(FIRE) (SAFETY) REGULATIOOOONNNN

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LABELLING AND MARKING OF FIBRE COMPOSITION REQUIREMENTS FOR TEXTILE PRODUCTS

Please Please Please Please note that this does not note that this does not note that this does not note that this does not apply to handbags or footwear merchandise apply to handbags or footwear merchandise apply to handbags or footwear merchandise apply to handbags or footwear merchandise Any clothing products supplied to QVC that contain either leather or suede components, must in addition to the normal percentage breakdown of the components reflected on a fibre composition label: include the caption "Contains NON"Contains NON"Contains NON"Contains NON----textile parts of animal origin” textile parts of animal origin” textile parts of animal origin” textile parts of animal origin” (see diagram below) Confirmation of the Vendors understanding & acknowledgement is required by completing the attached document. (See detail below)

REGULATION EU No 1007/2011 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL OF

27TH

SEPTEMBER 2011 ON TEXTILE FIBRE NAMES AND RELATED LABELLING AND MARKING

OF THE FIBRE COMPOSITION OF TEXTILE PRODUCTS AND REPEALING COUNCIL

DIRECTIVE 73/44/EEC AND DIRECTIVES 96/73/EC AND 2008/121/EC OF THE EUROPEAN

PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL.

Dear Vendor, Please be advised of the above legislation changes which have now been introduced within the European Union and comes into force on the 8

th May 2012.

There are several changes within the standard but the main one concerns any products that you supply QVC that contain either leather or suede components. In these instances the fibre composition label must carry the normal % breakdown of the components used but must also state at the top of the fibre comp label ‘CONTAINS NONCONTAINS NONCONTAINS NONCONTAINS NON----TEXTILE PARTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN’ TEXTILE PARTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN’ TEXTILE PARTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN’ TEXTILE PARTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN’ See diagram below. . . . It will be illegal to sell any product containing parts of animal origin without this information.

From the 1

st December 2011 we require any products containing leather or suede

that are submitted through QA to be carrying this information on the fibre composition labels or we will not be able to issue you a conditionally accepted FPI.

Please note that the directive set out above will apply to all future sample orders placed and will form part of your purchase conditions with QVC. This letter should be signed by your authorised officer or representative to confirm that you understand and acknowledge the requirement either email to

CONTAINS NON TEXTILE PARTS OF

ANIMAL ORIGIN

OUTER: 100% LEATHER

INNER: 100%

POLYESTER

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[email protected] for the attention of Emma Atkinson (Vendor Relations Co-ordinator) or post to QVC Vendor Relations, Marco Polo House, Building 8, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road , London, W4 5XU. Please ensure that you retain a copy of this letter for your own records.

Yours Sincerely

QA Technical Manager

We confirm our agreement to the requirements as set out above:

Sign……………………….

Print Name……………………………….Position……………………

Company Name………………………….Vendor Number…………..

Date………………………..

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