Dimensional Stability (shrinkage) Tests
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No. |
Test Parameters |
Testing Standards |
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1. |
Dimensional Stability to washing |
AATCC 150 AATCC 135 ISO 6330 BS EN ISO 6330 IS 1299 a) One Wash b) Each Additional Wash |
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2. |
Dimensional Stability after immersion in water (Shrinkage after Cold Water Immersion) |
ISO 7771 AATCC 99 IS 2977 |
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3. |
Dimensional Stability after exposure to heat |
ISO 9866-2 AATCC 117 IS 12170 |
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4. |
Appearance after Laundering (Durable Press Rating) |
a) Smoothness Appearance AATCC 124 ISO 7768 b) Crease Retention AATCC 88C ISO 7769 |
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5. |
Spirality / Skewing of Fabrics & Garments |
AATCC 179 ASTM D 3882 ISO 16322-2 i) Including One Wash ii)
When performed together with iii) Each Additional Wash |
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6. |
Care Label Verification |
In-house Method |