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Apparel & Textile Testing Services

Modern Testing Services is a global, strategic partner for fast,

accurate, and cost effective quality assurance solutions in the

consumer products industry. Utilizing our expertise throughout the

sourcing process increases speed-to-market efficiency, decreases

costs, and better positions your products to meet or exceed

customer expectations. MTS is committed to helping clients

protect their brand image by providing comprehensive product

knowledge vital to making timely critical business decisions.

Our laboratories have obtained international accreditation from

relevant accreditation bodies and industry associations. Our

testing services are approved by standardization committees in

EU, the US, and at global (ISO) level, such accreditations include:

- European Commission (EC) Notified Body

- United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)

- Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA)

- Hong Kong Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (HOKLAS)

- China National Accreditation Service (CNAS)

- Taiwan Accreditation Foundation (TAF)

- International Maritime Organization (IMO)

MTS offers apparel testing

services for all categories of

clothing and more, including:

Textiles

Apparel / Garments

Home Textiles / Furnishings

Garment Accessories

Trims (eg. zippers, buttons)

Carpet / Rugs

Costumes Accessories

Handbags / Backpacks

Hair Accessories / Elastics /

Headbands

Seasonal items (eg.

Christmas stockings)

Woven and knitted goods

Linens and towels

Leather goods

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MTS’ Testing Services on Consumer Products

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Testing Guide for Restricted Substances in Major Apparel’s Materials & Components

1. Flexible PVC including Plastisol prints

2. May be found in stain and soil resistant treatments and water repellent finishes

3. Rot proofing agent

4. May be used for dyeing polyester and acetate fibers

5. Requirements applicable to skin contact items such as jewelry, rivets and metal press fasteners

6. High risk for PVC coatings

Key to symbols

Chemical may be found in indicated substrate Commonly used chemical may be found in indicated substrate

Remark: This table is not a definitive or exhaustive list of chemicals and their end-uses. It is intended only as a guideline as to the most likely substrates in which some of the commonest restricted substances may occur. The indication of possible presence of substance does not infer that it will always be present nor that it is always necessary to conduct testing to prove the absence of said chemical.

While trendy designs and unique colors may initially sell a garment, it’s ultimately the quality

and safety that will ensure customer loyalty, generate repeat business, and preserve a

brands reputation. MTS provides a complete range of product testing and quality assurance

solutions for the softlines industry. Our extensive capabilities cover areas from bulk fabric,

preproduction garments, and children’s sleepwear testing, to home textiles, curtains, table

cloths, bedding, upholstery and more. MTS will ensure your products are compliant with all

applicable US and international regulations. In addition, physical, performance, and special

claims testing with MTS will ensure the product consistently meets or exceeds your

customer’s expectations. This booklet will help to guide you through some of the common

questions our Technical consultants are often asked.

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Chromium (VI)

Phthalates 1

Flame retardents (HBCDD, TRIS,

TEPA, Deca-BDE) 6

Nickel (release) 5

Diaminodiphenylmethane (MDA)

Total Lead / Lead compounds

Soluble heavy metals

Formaldehyde

Dimethylacetamide

Organic Tin

Alkyl/Nonyl phenyl ethoxylates

(APEO/NPEO)

Dimethyl formamide (DMF)

Perfuorooctanate sulphonate

(PFOS) 2

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons

(PAH)

Short chain chlorinated phenols

(SCCP) 3

Substance Legislation Test Method Reason for Concern

Azo dyes and azo colourants

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 43 Textiles: EN 14362-1 & EN 14362-3 Leather – CEN ISO/TS 17234

The prohibited amines are carcinogenic

Nickel REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 27 EN 1811 + A1 / Coated materials tested after EN 12472

Nickel can cause skin allergies

Lead (and its compounds)

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 63 EN 16711-1 & EN ISO 16711-2 Harmful to the environment; Toxic for reproduction

Cadmium REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 23 and EU Regulations 494/2011 and 835/2012

BS EN 1122 Method B Carcinogenic. Harmful to the environment

PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulphonates)

POP Directive 850/2004 as amended EU by Regulation 757/2010

Solvent extraction followed by LC-MS

Persistent in the environment, bioaccumulative; harmful to mammals

Phthalates REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entries 51 & 52

EN 14372 Textiles EN ISO 14389

Carcinogenic; endocrine disruptors

Dimethyl fumarate REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 61 Solvent extraction followed by GC-MS

Causes painful skin contact dermatitis, itching, irritation, redness and burns

Chromium VI REACH 1907/2006 and Regulation 201/2014

ISO 17075 Carcinogenic;

NPEO (Nonyl Phenyl Ethoxylate) & APEO (Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate)

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 46 as amended by Regulation 2016/26

AFIRM method Textiles: EN ISO 18254-1 Leather: EN ISO 18512-1 & EN ISO 18512-2

Bio- accumulative; toxic to the environment and to human health; reprotoxic

Flame retardants REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII

Solvent extraction followed by GC-MS or LC-MS. EN ISO 17881-1 (Brominated FRs) & EN ISO 17881-2 (Phosphorus based FRs)

Persistent organic pollutant; carcinogen; reprotoxic; mutagen

SCCP (Short Chain Chlorinated Paraffins)

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entries 32 to 38 inclusive POP Regulation 850/2004 as amended by Regulation 2015/2030

Solvent extraction followed by NCI-GC-MS

Toxic to environment.

Chlorinated Phenols (Pentachlorophenol)

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 22 DIN 53313 (Leather)

Bio- accumulative; persistent in the environment, toxic to aquatic species. suspected carcinogen

Biocides EU Biocidal Product Directive 98/8/EC Solvent extraction followed by GC-MS or LC-MS

Harmful to health and environment

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH)

REACH 1907/2006 Annex XVII Entry 50 as amended by Regulations 1272/2013 and 326/2015

AfPS GS 2014 Footwear: ISO/TS 16190

Carcinogenic

Allergenic Disperse Dyes Eco-labelling schemes DIN 54231 (textiles) Irritant

Carcinogenic Disperse Dyes

Eco-labelling Schemes DIN 54231 (textiles) Carcinogenic

Common Chemical Testing for Apparel & Textile Products

Remark: It is the responsibility of the supplier to ensure compliance of their products with EU Regulation 1907/2006 (REACH) together

with any additional requirements imposed in this document. The list of chemicals falling under REACH is updated regularly and the

number of chemicals covered is expanding. It is the responsibility of the supplier to monitor and ensure the continued compliance of

their products against the EU REACH Regulations.

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Common Quality & Performance Testing for Apparel & Textile Products

Test Name Test Method Requirement* Sample Size

Fabric Construction & Fiber Composition

Fiber Content AATCC 20/20A, ISO 1833, EU Regulation

1007/2006, GB/T 2910

Single: no tolerance

Blend: -3% - +3%

Material: 2 A4

Garment: 1 pc

Thread Count ASTM D3775, AS 2001.2.5, BS EN 1049-2, GB/T

4668, ISO 7211/2 +5% / -5% as claimed 0.5 metre

Stitch Density ASTM D3887, BS EN 14970 +5% / -5% as claimed 1 metre

Yarn Size ASTM D1059, BS ISO 7211-5, FZ/T 01093 +5% / -5% as claimed 1 metre

Fabric Weight ASTM D3776/D3776M-09a (Option C), AS

2001.2.13, ISO 3801, BS EN 12127, GB/T 4669 +5% / -5% as claimed 1 metre

Dimensional Stability, Durability & Appearance

Dimensional Stability to

Laundering

AATCC 135/150, ISO 3759/5077/6330, GB/T

8630/8628, BS EN ISO 25077

Woven: +/-3%

Knit: +/-5%

Material:1 metre

Garment: 1 pc

Dimensional Stability to

Drycleaning AATCC 158, EN ISO 3175-1/2/3/4 +/-2%

Material:1 metre

Garment: 2 pcs

Dimensional Stability to Steam Hoffman, BS 4323 +/-3% Material:1 metre

Garment: 3 pcs

Appearance After Laundering/

Dryclean AATCC 124, AATCC 143 Satisfactory

Material:1 metre

Garment: 2 pcs

Appearance After Ironing Visal Assessment Satisfactory 1 metre

Spirality/ Skewing AATCC 179, ISO 16322-1/2, BS 2819 ±3% Material:1 metre

Garment: 1 pc

Bow & Skew ASTM D3882, GB/T 14801, BS 2819,

BS EN ISO 13015 ±5%

As received : 1

metre

After Wash:

added 1 metre

Colorfastness**

Colorfastness to Laundering/ Washing AATCC 61, GB/T 12490/3921, ISO 105-C06/C10 CC: 4.0; CS: 3.0; SS: 4.5 A4

Colorfastness to Crocking/ Rubbing

AATCC 8/116, AS 2001.4.3, BS EN ISO 105-X12, GB/T 3920

Dry: 4.0; Wet: 3.0; Dark Color: Dry: 3.0; Wet: 2.0 2 X A4

Colorfastness to Perspiration AATCC 15, AS 2001.4 E04, BS EN ISO 105-E04, GB/T 3922 CC: 4.0; CS: 3.0; SS: 4.5 A4

Colorfastness to Drycleaning AATCC 132, ISO 105-D01, GB/T 5711 CC: 4.0; CS: 3.0; SS: 4.5 A4 Colorfastness to Light AATCC 16, ISO 105 B02 ‡; GB/T 8427/14576 CC:4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Water AATCC 107, AS 2001.4 E01, BS EN ISO 105-E01, GB/T 5713 CC: 4.0; CS: 3.0; SS: 4.5 A4

Colorfastness to Chlorine Bleach TS-001, ISO 105-N01 CC:4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach TS-001, ISO 105-N02 CC:4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Chlorinated Pool Water AATCC 162, ISO 105-E03 CC:4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Seawater AATCC 106, BS EN ISO 105-E02 CC: 4.0; CS: 3.0; SS: 4.5 A4 Colorfastness to Ozone AATCC 109, ISO 105-G03 CC:4.0 A4 Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fume AATCC 23, ISO 105-G02 CC:4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Saliva (>36mon only) DIN 53160, LMBG 82.10, GB/T 18886 CC:4.0; CS: 4.0 A4

Colorfastness to Phenolic Yellowing ISO 105 X18 CC:4.0 A4

(**) CS in UK/EU is usually grade 4.5. ‡ For EU, test method uses blue wool standards to assess light fastness.

Remark: (*) The “requirement” shown in this document is an example of MTS recommended minimum requirement,

it is not designed for specific order, market or customer. It is suggested to consult your buyer before

submitting testing applications.

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Common Quality & Performance Testing for Apparel & Textile Products (Cont.)


Physical

Tensile Strength

ASTM D5034/D5035, AS 2001.2.3.2, EN ISO 13934-1/2, GB/T 3923.1/2, ISO 5081-1/-2

General Fabrics: <3.5 oz/sq.yard: Min 30lbs 3.5-5.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.35lbs >5.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.40lbs Denim Fabrics: <8.0 oz/sq yard: Min.50lbs 8.0-12.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.80lbs >12.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.100lbs Lining and Pocketing Fabrics: ≤3.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.20lbs >3.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.30lbs

13935-2: 1.5 metres Others:1 metre

Tearing Strength (Elmendorf) ASTM D1424 /D2261; AS 2001.2.8, EN ISO 13937-1, GB/T 3917.1

General Fabrics: <3.5 oz/sq.yard: Min 2.0lbs 3.5-5.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.2.5lbs >5.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.3.0lbs Denim Fabrics: <8.0 oz/sq yard: Min.4.0lbs 8.0-12.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.5.0lbs >12.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.6.0lbs Lining and Pocketing Fabrics: ≤3.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.1.5lbs >3.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.2.0lbs

1 metre

Bursting Strength ASTM D3786/D3786M-09, AS 2001.2.4, EN ISO 13938-1/-2, GB/T 7742.1

<3.5 oz/sq.yard: Min 30psi 3.5-8.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.45psi >8.0 oz/sq.yard: Min.55psi

1 metre

Seam Slippage/ Strength ASTM D434 / ASTM D1683 EN ISO 13935-1/-2, EN ISO 13936-1/-2

<5.0 oz/sq.yard 15.0lbs./in ≥5.0 oz/sq.yard 20.0lbs./in

1 metre

Adhesion/ Bonding Strength AATCC 136, EN ISO 2411 800 gf/cm 1 metre

Pilling Resistance (Elastomeric Pad)

ASTM D3514 Grade 3 1 metre

Pilling Resistance (Circular Locus) GB/T 4802-1 Grade 3 1 metre

Pilling Resistance (Random Tumbler)

ASTM D3512/D3512M-10el Grade 3 1 metre

Pilling/ Abrasion Resistance (ICI Pilling Box)

IWS 152, EN ISO 12945-1, GB/T 4802.3 Grade 3 1 metre

Pilling Resistance (Martindale Tester)

ASTM D4970, AS 2001.2.25, EN ISO 12945-2, GB/T 21196.2/4802.2

Grade 3 1 metre

Abrasion Resistance (Martindale Tester)

ASTM D4966, EN ISO 12927-2 3,000 cycles 1 metre

Abrasion Resistance (Taber) ASTM D3884 Slight Abrasion 1 metre

Abrasion Resistance (Pile Retention)

ASTM D4685, BS 4655 Grade 3 1 metre

Snagging (Mace Snag) ASTM D3939, BS PD 6527 Method 19 Grade 3 1 metre

Stretch & Recovery ASTM D3107 / D2594 / D4964 EN 14704-1

80% recovery @ 60 min. 1 metre

Button Impact ASTM D5171, BS 4162 max 10% 40 pcs Button

Snapping/ Unsapping MTS-S045 / ASTM D4846, CEN/TR 16792 Annex B

2.0 – 5.0 lbs 10 pcs snap

Zipper Strength ASTM D2061, EN 16732 Chain Crosswise Strength: 77lbs Separating Unit: 26.4lbs

10 pcs Zipper

Zipper Operability ASTM D2062, EN 16732 max 1.6lbs 3 pcs Zipper

Flex Resistance Footwear: ISO 5402, Apparel: ISO 7854 No Crack Evident /No Damage A4

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Common Quality & Performance Testing for Apparel & Textile Products (Cont.)


Functional Test

Water Vapour Permeability ASTM E96, BS 7209, ISO 11092 > 500 gr./sq m / 24 hours 0.5 metre

Water Resistance - Rain Test AATCC 35 Maximum 1g of water

penetration @2 ft/2 minute 1 metre

Water Repellency- Spray Test AATCC 22 / ISO 4920 / GB/T 4745 90 (ISO 4) 1 metre

Oil Repellency AATCC 118, EN ISO 14419

Original : 6 (Not wet by n-

decane)

After 3 laundering : 4 (Not wet

by n-tetradecane)

1 metre

Soil Resistance AATCC 130 Class 4.0 minimum 1 metre

Water Resistance - Hydrostatic Pressure

Test AATCC 127, ISO 811 >5,000 mm (UK: >1500mm) 1 metre

Antibacterial activity assessment of textile

materials AATCC 147, EN ISO 16187 No Growth 1 metre

Antifungal activity on textile AATCC 30, EN ISO 13629-2 No growth. 1 metre

Absorbency AATCC 79 Maximum 30 seconds 0.5 metre

Wrinkle resistance AATCC 143

Wrinkle Free Smoothness: Grade 4.0 minimum Pocket seam: Grade 4.0 minimum Seams: Grade 3.5 minimum

Garment: 2

pcs

Ultraviolet protection factor AATCC 183, EN ISO 13758-1/-2, Hats: BS 8466

Excellent UV Protection 0.5 metre

Air permeability ASTM D737, EN ISO 9237 Woven: > 20 cfm Knit: > 160 cfm 0.5 metre

Overview of the American Care Labeling System

Labels for clothing must have the below 5 elements of washing instructions in the following order:

1) Washing 2) Bleaching 3) Drying 4) Ironing 5) Professional textile care

Please refer to the following URL for a complete guide of labeling instructions:

https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-

rule#writing

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Machine Wash Cold Machine Wash Near Boil

Machine Wash Warm Hand Wash Cold

Machine Wash Hot Hand Wash Warm

Machine Wash Very Hot Do Not Wash

Machine Wash Extremely Hot Do Not Wring

Normal Cycle

Permanent Press Cycle

Washing

Delicate / Gentle Cycle

https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule#writing

https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule#writing

Overview of the American Care Labeling System (Cont.)

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Any Bleach When needed

Do Not Bleach

Tumble Dry Normal Line Dry / Hang to Dry

Tumble Dry High Tumble Dry Permanent Press

Tumble Dry Medium Tumble Dry Delicate / Gentle

Tumble Dry Low Drip Dry

Tumble Dry No Heat or Air Dry Flat

Do Not Tumble Dry Dry in the shade

Do Not Iron Cool Iron (Max. 110℃)

Warm Iron (Max. 150℃) Hot Iron (Max. 200℃)

Do Not Dryclean Normal Cycle, Any Solvent

Normal Cycle, Gentle Solvent

Petroleum or Silicone Solvent OnlyMild Cycle, Any Solvent

Do Not Professional Wet CleanProfessional Wet Cleaning

Mild Process

Professional Wet Cleaning

Normal Process


Very Mild Process

Wet Clean

Mild Cycle, Gentle Solvent

Petroleum or Silicone Solvent Only

No Steam

Ironing

Dry Clean

Drying

Bleaching

Only Non–Chlorine Bleach When

needed

Overview of the European Care Labeling System

GINETEX symbols, the system used throughout Europe, cannot be used separately and shall refer to all

treatments in the order:

Washing

Bleaching

Drying

Ironing

Professional textile care

The care label symbols used can be found in EN ISO 3758. They are copyrighted and their use may incur

licensing fees in some EU countries.


http://www.ginetex.net/

Do Not Wash40℃ Wash Maximum

Hand Wash

30℃ Wash

Normal Washing Cycle

50℃ Wash


30℃ Wash

Mild Washing Cycle

50℃ Wash

Mild Washing Cycle

30℃ Wash

Very Mild Washing Cycle

60℃ Wash


40℃ Wash


60℃ Wash

Mild Washing Cycle

40℃ Wash

Mild Washing Cycle

70℃ Wash


40℃ Wash

Very Mild Washing Cycle

95℃ Wash


Washing

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Do Not Bleach

Only Oxygen / Non Chlorine Bleach

Allowed

Bleaching

Any Bleach Agent Allowed

http://www.ginetex.net/

Overview of the European Care Labeling System (Cont.)

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Do Not Tumble DryTumble Dry (Max 80℃)

Normal Temperature

Line DryingTumble Dry (Max 60℃)

Lower Temperature

Line Drying In the Shade Drip Line Drying

Drip Line Drying In the Shade Drip Flat Drying

Flat Drying

Flat Drying In the Shade

Do Not Iron Cool Iron (Max. 110℃)

Warm Iron (Max. 150℃) Hot Iron (Max. 200℃)

Do Not Professional Wet CleanProfessional Wet Cleaning

Mild Process


Normal Process


Very Mild Process

Do Not Dry Clean

Wet Clean

Drying

Ironing

Dry Clean

Drip Flat Drying In the Shade

Professional Dry Cleaning in Tetrachloroethene and all Solvents Listed for the Symbol F

Normal Process

Professional Dry Cleaning in Tetrachloroethene and all Solvents Listed for the Symbol F

Mild Process

Professional Dry Cleaning in Hydrocarbons (Distillation Temperature Between 150℃ and

210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃)

Normal Process


210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃)

Mild Process

Overview of the Canadian Care Labeling System

The standard (CAN/CGSB-86.1-2003), established in 2003, contains 5 symbols referring to care treatments for:

Washing

Bleaching

Drying

Ironing

Professional cleaning

The symbols are in black and white, replacing the previous edition's “traffic-light” colors of green, amber and red.


https://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/oca-bc.nsf/eng/ca02009.html

Do not wash

Wash in domestic or commercial

machine in water not exceeding 40℃

, at normal setting

Wash in commercial machine in

water not exceeding 95℃, at normal

setting


machine in water not exceeding

40℃, at permanent press setting

Wash in commercial machine in

water not exceeding 95℃, at

permanent press setting



40℃, at delicate/gentle setting



70℃, at normal setting

Wash gently by hand in water not

exceeding 40℃






















Wash gently by hand in water not

exceeding 30℃





machine at any temperature, at

normal setting

Washing

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https://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/oca-bc.nsf/eng/ca02009.html

Overview of the Canadian Care Labeling System (Cont.)

Use Any Bleach When Needed

Use Only Non-Chlorine Bleach When

Needed

Tumble dry any heat Do not tumble dry

Tumble dry at high heat (not

exceeding 75℃) at normal setting

Hang up the soaking wet article to

“drip” dry

Tumble dry at medium heat (not

exceeding 65 ℃) at normal setting

Do not dry (to be used with “do not

wash” symbol)

Tumble dry at medium heat (not

exceeding 65℃) at permanent press

setting

After extraction of excess water, dry

the article on a suitable flat surface

Tumble dry at low heat (not

exceeding 55 ℃) at permanent press

setting

After extraction of excess water, line

dry/hang to dry

Tumble dry at low heat (not

exceeding 55℃) at delicate cycle

Tumble dry no heat/air dry

Hot Iron (Max. 200℃) Warm Iron (Max. 150℃)

Cool Iron (Max. 110℃)

Do Not Iron or Press

Dry Clean, Normal Cycle Any Solvent

Except Trichloroethylene

Do Not Dry Clean

Dry Clean, Normal Cycle Petroleum

Solvent Only

Bleaching

Drying

Ironing

Dry Clean

Do Not Bleach

Dry in the shade (symbol added to

line dry, drip dry or dry flat)

Do Not Steam

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The latest mandatory standard covers requirements for care labelling for clothing and textiles and based on

Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1957:1998, Textiles—Care labelling.

Care instructions must include:

Washing

Bleaching

Drying method

Ironing method

Dry cleaning


https://www.productsafety.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/971636/fromItemId/971633#toc1

Overview of the Australian Care Labeling System

Washing

Washing temperature (cold, warm, hot, very hot, boil)

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https://www.productsafety.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/971636/fromItemId/971633#toc1

Overview of the Australian Care Labeling System (Cont.)

Do not dry clean

Dryclean in accordance with P but

with restricted water amount or

mechanical action or temperature

during cleaning or drying.

Dry cleaning in all solvents normally

used for dry cleaning

Dryclean in white spirit or

Trifluorotrichloroethane.

Dryclean in perchloroethylene, and

all solvents listed for the symbol F .

Dryclean in accordance with F but

with restricted water amount or

mechanical action or temperature

during cleaning or drying.

Bleaching

- Only non-chlorine bleach when needed

- Use non-chlorine bleach only

- Chlorine bleach should not be used

Dry Clean

- Dry cleanable

- Dry cleaning recommend

- Dry clean only

- Dry clean - no steam

- Do not dry clean

Ironing

- Do not iron

- Cool

- Warm

- Hot

- Steam

Drying method (may be tumble dried - cold/warm/hot, drip dry, dry flat, line dry)

Agitation

- Hand wash

- Short machine wash: shorter process than is normal. Agitation including rinsing can be reduced

- Gentle machine wash: low mechanical action (slow speed)

- Machine wash: normal washing process

Note: Washing temperature and agitation may be linked to form a concise phrase, e.g.: warm hand wash,

short machine wash warm, hot machine wash.

Drying

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Overview of the Chinese Care Labeling System

The standard of GB / T 8685-2008 provides information to avoid damage to the article during the textile care

process by utilizing graphics symbols in care labelling.

The graphic symbols should be presented in the following order:

Washing

Bleaching

Ironing

Drying

Professional textile care


http://www.eu-china-standards.cn/zobzen/chinesestandards/expertmanuals/ss/201311/P020150824616949512808.pdf

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Do Not Wash

不可水洗

40℃ Wash Maximum, Hand Wash

手洗, 最高洗涤温度40℃

30℃ Wash, Normal Washing Cycle

最高洗涤温度30℃, 常规程序



30℃ Wash, Mild Washing Cycle

最高洗涤温度30℃, 缓和程序



30℃ Wash, Very Mild Washing Cycle

最高洗涤温度30℃, 非常缓和程序




最高洗涤温度40℃, 常规工艺








最高洗涤温度40℃, 非常缓和程序




允许任何漂白剂

Do Not Bleach

不可漂白

Washing

Bleaching

Only Oxygen/Non-Chlorine Bleach

Allowed

仅允许氧漂/非氯漂

Remark: The English explanations for the Chinese care labeling system serve as a reference purpose only and they

must not considered as a complete translation of the Chinese explanations.



Overview of the Chinese Care Labeling System (Cont.)

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Line Drying

悬挂晾干

Tumble Dry (Max 80℃), Normal

Temperature

可使用翻转干燥, 常规温度,

排气口最高温度80℃

Line Drying In the Shade

在阴凉处悬挂晾干

Tumble Dry (Max 60℃), Lower

Temperature

可使用翻转干燥, 较低温度,

排气口最高温度60℃

Drip Line Drying

悬挂滴干

Do Not Tumble Dry

不可翻转干燥

Drip Line Drying In the Shade

在阴凉出悬挂滴干


在阴凉处平摊晾干

Flat Drying

平摊晾干

Drip Flat Drying

平摊滴干

Do Not Iron

不可熨烫


熨斗底板最高温度110℃

Warm Iron (Max. 150℃)


Hot Iron (Max. 200℃)


Professional Wet Cleaning, Normal

Process

专业湿洗, 常规湿洗

Professional Wet Cleaning, Mild

Process

专业湿洗, 缓和湿洗

Professional Wet Cleaning, Very Mild

Process

专业湿洗, 非常缓和湿洗

Drying

Wet Clean

Ironing

Dry Clean

Do Not Dry Clean

不可干洗


在阴凉处平摊滴干

Professional Dry Cleaning in Tetrachloroethene and all Solvents Listed for the Symbol F,

Normal Process

使用四氯乙烯和符号F代表的所有溶剂的专业干洗, 常规干洗


Mild Process

使用四氯乙烯和符号F代表的所有溶剂的专业干洗, 缓和干洗


210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃), Normal Process

使用碳氢化合物溶剂（蒸馏温度在150℃~210℃之间，闪点为38℃~70℃）的专业干洗,

常规干洗


210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃), Mild Process

使用碳氢化合物溶剂（蒸馏温度在150℃~210℃之间，闪点为38℃~70℃）的专业干洗,

缓和干洗

Overview of the Japanese Care Labeling System

The new Japanese care labeling system “JIS L 0001 : 2014”, replacing the existing “JIS L 0217: 1995”, has

been approved by the Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) and it will be effective from December 1, 2016.

This new care labeling standard is to harmonize the ISO International care labeling system that is widely

adopted by European countries.


http://www.caa.go.jp/hinpyo/pdf_data/150331_kouhyoubun.pdf

Page 17

Do Not Wash

家庭での洗濯禁止

40℃ Wash Maximum, Hand Wash

液温は40℃を限度とし, 手洗い,

ができる


液温は30℃を限度とし, 洗濯機,

で洗濯ができる





液温は30℃を限度とし,洗濯機,

で弱い洗濯ができる






で非常に弱い洗濯ができる


















で非常に弱い洗濯ができる




Washing

Do Not Bleach

塩素系及び酸素系漂白剤の,

使用禁止

Only Oxygen / Non Chlorine Bleach

Allowed

酸素系漂白剤の使用はできる, が,

塩素系漂白剤は使用禁止

Bleaching


塩素系及び酸素系の漂白剤を,

使用して漂白ができる

Remark: The English explanations for the Japanese care labeling system serve as a reference purpose only and they must

not considered as a complete translation of the Japanese explanations.

http://www.caa.go.jp/hinpyo/pdf_data/150331_kouhyoubun.pdf

Overview of the Japanese Care Labeling System (Cont.)

Page 18

Do Not Tumble Dry

タンブル乾燥禁止

Tumble Dry (Max 80℃), Normal

Temperature

タンブル乾燥ができる（排気温度

上限80℃）

Line Drying

つり干しがよい

Tumble Dry (Max 60℃), Lower

Temperature

低い温度でのタンブル乾燥,

ができる（排気温度上限60℃）

Line Drying In the Shade

日陰のつり干しがよい

Drip Line Drying

ぬれつり干しがよい

Drip Line Drying In the Shade

日陰のぬれつり干しがよい

Drip Flat Drying

ぬれ平干しがよい

Flat Drying

平干しがよい


日陰の平干しがよい

Do Not Iron

アイロン仕上げ禁止


底面温度110℃を限度とし,

てアイロン仕上げができる

Warm Iron (Max. 150℃)



Hot Iron (Max. 200℃)



Do Not Professional Wet Clean

ウエットクリーニング禁止

Professional Wet Cleaning, Mild

Process

弱い操作によるウエットクリーニ

ングができる

Professional Wet Cleaning, Normal

Process

ウエットクリーニングができる

Professional Wet Cleaning, Very Mild

Process

非常に弱い操作によるウ,

エットクリーニングができる


Mild Process

パークロロエチレン及び石, 油系溶剤による弱いドライク, リーニングができる

Wet Clean

Ironing

Dry Clean

Do Not Dry Clean

ドライクリーニング禁止


210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃), Normal Process

石油系溶剤によるドライク, リーニングができる


210℃, Flash Point Between 38℃ and 70℃), Mild Process

石油系溶剤による弱いドラ, イクリーニングができる

Professional Dry Cleaning in Tetrachloroethene and all Solvents Listed for the Symbol F ,

Normal Process

パークロロエチレン及び石, 油系溶剤によるドライクリー, ニングができる

Drying


日陰のぬれ平干しがよい

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