Primark Apparel Test Manual V17 June 2021

APPAREL TESTING MANUAL
June 2021
Version 17
Compiled in partnership with Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Ltd

Contents
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
PTC01 – ADULTS WOVEN TOPS, BOTTOMS AND DRESSES (EXCEPT DENIM) ................................................................................... 6
PTC02 – CHILDREN’S WOVEN TOPS, BOTTOMS AND DRESSES (EXCEPT DENIM) ............................................................ 8
PTC03 – ADULTS DENIM WEAR .........................................................................................................................................................11
PTC04 – CHILDREN’S DENIM WEAR .................................................................................................................................................13
PTC05 – ADULTS OUTERWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED..............................................................................................................15
PTC06 – CHILDREN’S OUTERWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED......................................................................................................17
PTC07 – ADULTS JERSEYWEAR E.G. T-SHIRTS & POLO SHIRTS ............................................................................................21
PTC08 – CHILDREN’S JERSEYWEAR E.G. T-SHIRTS & POLO SHIRTS ....................................................................................23
PTC09 – ADULTS KNITTED LEISUREWEAR, FLEECE, LOOP-BACK, BRUSH-BACK & POLAR FLEECE .......................25
PTC10 – CHILDREN’S KNITTED LEISUREWEAR, FLEECE, LOOP-BACK, BRUSH-BACK & POLAR FLEECE ...............27
PTC11 – ADULTS KNITWEAR E.G. CARDIGANS, JUMPERS .......................................................................................................29
PTC12 – CHILDREN’S KNITWEAR E.G. CARDIGANS, JUMPERS ...............................................................................................30
PTC13 – ADULTS SWIMWEAR & BEACHWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ................................................................................32
PTC14 – CHILDREN’S SWIMWEAR & BEACHWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ........................................................................34
PTC15 – ADULTS PERFORMANCE WEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ............................................................................................37
PTC15A – CHILDRENS PERFORMANCE WEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ..................................................................................39
PTC16 – ADULTS NIGHTWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED...............................................................................................................42
PTC17 – CHILDREN’S NIGHTWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ......................................................................................................44
PTC18 – ADULTS UNDERWEAR & LINGERIE.................................................................................................................................47
PTC19 – CHILDREN’S UNDERWEAR .................................................................................................................................................50
PTC20 – ADULTS SOCKS & HOSIERY ................................................................................................................................................53
PTC21 – CHILDREN’S SOCKS & HOSIERY ................................................................................................................................ 55
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PTC22 – ADULTS COATED PRODUCTS E.G. PU, PVC, SUEDE EFFECT ...................................................................................57
PTC23 – CHILDREN’S COATED PRODUCTS E.G. PU, PVC, SUEDE EFFECT ...........................................................................59
PTC24 – ADULTS WOVEN & KNITTED LININGS, POCKETINGS & INTERLININGS ............................................................61
PTC25 – CHILDREN’S WOVEN & KNITTED LININGS, POCKETINGS & INTERLININGS ....................................................62
PTC26 – ADULTS TRIMS, FASTENING & ZIPPER..........................................................................................................................64
PTC27 – CHILDREN’S TRIMS, FASTENING & ZIPPER..................................................................................................................65
PTC28 – LEATHER & SUEDE PRODUCTS ........................................................................................................................................67
PTC29 – BABY BIBS, BLANKETS, HATS AND MITTENS .............................................................................................................68
PTC30 – DISGUISE COSTUMES & DRESS UP...................................................................................................................................70
PTC31 – ADULT TIES .............................................................................................................................................................................72
PTC32 – ADULT BARRIER MASKS .....................................................................................................................................................73
PTC33 – CHILDRENS BARRIER MASKS............................................................................................................................................75
PM01 – PRODUCT APPEARANCE AFTER MULTIPLE WASH ....................................................................................................80
PM02 - PRINT / MOTIF / FLOCK DURABILITY .............................................................................................................................82
PM03 – NAP STABILITY ........................................................................................................................................................................84
PM04 – DIMENSIONAL AND BRA WIRE CASING STABILITY ....................................................................................................85
PM05 – FIBRE SHEDDING / PILE LOSS ............................................................................................................................................86
(FIGURE 1) .................................................................................................................................................................................................87
(FIGURE 2) .................................................................................................................................................................................................88
(FIGURE 3) .................................................................................................................................................................................................88
PM06 – CHENILLE PILE LOSS ..............................................................................................................................................................89
PM07 – BACK POCKET APPLICATION STRENGTH ......................................................................................................................91
PM08 – BELT LOOP APPLICATION STRENGTH ............................................................................................................................93
PM22 – HEAT CONDUCTIVITY ON METAL TRIMS ............................................................................................................... 95

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PM23 – RESIDUAL ELONGATION.......................................................................................................................................................97
1. Scope .................................................................................................................................................... 99
2. Principle ............................................................................................................................................... 99
3. Equipment ............................................................................................................................................ 99
4. Conditioning ......................................................................................................................................... 99
5. Health & Safety .................................................................................................................................... 99
6. Preparation of test specimens/ materials ............................................................................................. 99
7. Test Procedure ................................................................................................................................... 100
8. Reporting of Results ........................................................................................................................... 100
TABLE OF CHANGE .............................................................................................................................................................................. 104

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Introduction
It is the supplier’s responsibility to ensure that they are fully aware of the content and requirements
of this manual. Product sold in Primark stores must at all times be safe and legal and consistently
meet the quality standards of this manual.
All products, including its associated packaging, supplied to Primark must fully comply with all
current and relevant United Kingdom, European and US legislation and regulations, quality
standards, including, where applicable, recognised industry Codes of Conduct.
Primark regularly update documents placed upon the portal, therefore it is essential that all
suppliers frequently check the information and ensure that they are familiar and up-to-date with all
relevant Primark policies, Primark’s compliance code of conduct and all Primark quality
requirements.
Primark’s 10 Golden Rules
1. All testing must be completed by one of Primark’s approved labs (Intertek, Bureau Veritas,
TUV Rheinland and TÜV SÜD)
2. Suppliers must complete full package testing through Primark’s testing portal. CPC’s and
PCC’s will only be issued once the sample has passed all Primark global compliance
requirements.
3. Suppliers must always select the correct testing package applicable to the product. If no
test package is available the supplier must test to global legal requirements. Please seek
guidance from one of Primark’s approved labs to verify what legal tests are required.
4. Learn to link correctly. Please refer and adhere to linking rules.
5. Product submitted for testing must be a true representation of production samples and
the gold sealed sample by Primark.
6. Supplier shall liaise with the lab to ensure the correct number of samples have been sent
for testing.
7. Critical path management is imperative. It is the supplier’s responsibility to ensure enough
time has been allowed for testing and possible retests prior to the handover date. Critical
path management is imperative.
8. Check the test request forms requests, test reports, declarations and certificates for
errors. “Check twice, upload once and do it right first time”
9. If technical support or portal assistance is required, always contact one Primark’s approved
labs.
10. Product must be are acceptable in all countries in which the product will be marketed. It is
the supplier’s responsibility to ensure products are safe, legal and fit for propose. Always
risk assess!
PLEASE NOTE: Hong Kong’s U.S. Exports to be Labelled “Made in China”.

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PTC01 – Adults Woven Tops, Bottoms and Dresses (except Denim)
Test Name Test Standard Requirements Comments
US Clothing 16. CFR 1610 Contains Rated as Class 1 Applicable to fabrics with a
Flammability Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or
Method 2.6oz/s/yd and made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Raised surface if made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Brushed Back Sweats
Fabrics with glitter, glue, mylar, foam etc require
testing.
The following are non-exempt fibres – Silk, Cotton,
Kapok, Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie,
Acetate, Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein,
Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre, Flurofibre,
Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polycarbanide,
Polyurethane, Vinyl, Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane,
Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper &
Lyocell
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C
after Multiple Wash Refer to method for appearance test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
requirements For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh
Assess dimensional stability after 1 @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
& 5 Washes
0 to - 3%
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose
Blends
Security of Attachment CEN/TR 16792:2014 70N All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps etc.
Annex B Test 5 of each component type and report results
individually
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition To be completed on all base material qualities once
Test to EU method but +/- 3% on blends per season.
report against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments for
requirements and must both the EU & US markets
use the 2 different
corrective moisture
calculations in order to
avoid potential incorrect
passes or failures. Must
use continue different
generic names according
to the test methods
Luxury Animal Fibres 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition There must be full traceability throughout the
+/- 3% on blends manufacturing process from farm to finished goods
Proof of claim required that can be provided by the supplier
Colour Fastness to AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 N/A for Silks, Wools & Elastane fibres
Chlorine Bleach
Colour Fastness to Non AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 N/A for Silks, Wools & Elastane fibres
Chlorine Bleach
Stability to Dry Commercial Process 0 to - 3% Items that are Dry Clean only
Cleaning 0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose
Blends
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 0 to - 3% 4N @ 40°C
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose Dry per Care Label
Blends
Medium For Woven Fabrics Only
Lightweight Heavyweight
101- Test in non-stretch direction only
≤100gms ≥200gms
199gms
Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2 Grab
120N 160N 200N
Method
Seam Strength BS EN ISO 13935 -2 For Woven Fabrics Only
100N 120N 140N
Test in non-stretch direction only
Seam Slippage BS EN ISO 13936 -1 For Woven Fabrics Only
80N 100N 120N

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Seam Open 6mm
3mm for contrast warp & weft threads
Tear Strength BS EN 13937 - 1 For Woven Fabrics Only
700cN 800cN 900cN Test in non-stretch direction only
Cellulosics & Cellulose blends
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 For Woven Fabrics Only
9kPa weight
15,000
10,000 rubs 20,000 rubs Shade Change not required on whites
rubs
Printed Fabrics – part of the print must be
present within the tested sample.
Shade Change @ 5000 Revs Grade 3/4 for Printed Fabrics
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Max 5% Unrecovered Elongation Fabrics containing elastane only
Method A 40N Load on Jeans, 30N Load on all other garment
types
Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Test in stretch direction only
Martindale Pilling BS EN ISO 12945 -2 2,000 revs Test after cleansing. Assess against original.
Grade ¾ Report assessment at 125, 500 & 1,000 cycles with
final assessment at 2,000 cycles
Spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their blends only
Accelerator AATCC 93 Weight Loss 15% Pile fabrics only
Visual Assessment ‘Negligible’ 3 mins Velvet @ 2000 R.P.M.
5 Mins Corduroy or Velour @ 2000 R.P.M.
Mass per Unit Area BS EN 12127 -5%/+5%

Nap Stability BS EN ISO 12947-4: (No b) @ 4,000 revs Raised and pile fabrics only
weight)
See PM03
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 A2S 40°C
Washing Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Neon/Fluorescent shades
Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Colour Fastness to Dry BS EN ISO 105 -D01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Items that are Dry Clean only
Cleaning N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Water Cross Stain: 4-5
Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Rubbing Wet: 3
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -B02 Grade 4 @ BWS4
Light
Print / Motif / Flock PM02 Change: 4 15 minutes @40°C
Durability Cross Stain: 4-5 Dry as per Care Label
Sight loss of print adhesion
acceptable
Slight delamination of print
acceptable
Slight print cracking acceptable
Slight loss of flocking acceptable
Easycare / Non Iron AATCC 124 or ISO 7769 Easycare Grade 3.5 Only required when Easy Care or Non Iron
Non Iron 4.0 properties are being claimed
Crease Resistant AATCC 128 Grade ¾ Only required when Crease Resistant properties are
Wrinkle Recovery being claimed

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PTC02 – Children’s Woven Tops, Bottoms and Dresses (except Denim)
Safety of children’s clothing.
Cords & drawstrings on EN 14682 Must Comply
children’s clothing
Security of Attachment EN 17394-2 Security of 90N
buttons. If the item fails after testing, it will All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps,
then be tested as a small part. If it fits felt additions etc.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
Security of attached cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
components to infants' item must be failed. EN71-1.
clothing (Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
exempt)
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3
Security of metal
mechanically applied
press fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4
Security of attachment
of all other components
US Clothing Flammability 16. CFR 1610 Contains Rated as Class 1 Applicable to fabrics with a
Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or
2.6oz/s/yd and made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Method
Brushed Back Sweats
testing.
Acetate, Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein, Triacetate,
Viscose, Chlorofibre, Flurofibre, Polyethylene,
Polypropylene, Polycarbanide, Polyurethane, Vinyl,
Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal
Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper & Lyocell
Sharp Edges Restrictions 16 CFR 1500. 49 Meets the standard Applies to children up to 8 years
Sharp Points Restrictions 16 CFR 1500. 48 Meets the standard Applies to children up to 8 years
Torque Test 0.45 Nm or a rotation of
EN71 part 1 180o both in a clockwise and No Small Parts - up to 3 years.
Torque & Tension
16 CFR 1500. 51 - 53 anticlockwise direction is achieved. No sharp points or edges - all ages.
Tension: 90N force for 10 seconds
Small Parts Restrictions 16 CFR 1501 For all decorative and functional Applies to children up to 3 years
items intended for children 36
months (3 years) of age. If the item
fails after use and abuse testing or
appearance after laundering
requirement, it will then be tested as
a small part. If it fits entirely within
the small parts cylinder in any
orientation (without being
compressed), then the item must be
failed.

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Children’s Drawcords in ASTM F 1816 – 2018 16 CFR 1120.3(b) Applies up to age 16 years
Upper Outerwear New York General Business Law §
391-B / Wisconsin Administrative
Code ATCP § 139
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC No tolerance for 100% composition Laboratory must list the labelling comments
20A +/- 3% on blends for both the EU & US markets
Test to EU method but
report against EU and US
requirements and must use
the 2 different corrective
moisture calculations in
order to avoid potential
incorrect passes or failures.
Must use continue different
generic names according to
the test methods
Luxury Animal Fibres 1007/2011 & AATCC No tolerance for 100% composition There must be full traceability throughout the
20A +/- 3% on blends manufacturing process from farm to finished
Proof of claim required goods that can be provided by the supplier
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method For products with care labels set at 30°C or
Multiple Wash Refer to method for appearance 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
requirements For products with care labels set at 50°C test
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
5 Washes
0 to - 3%
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose Blends
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process 0 to - 3% Items that are Dry Clean only
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose Blends Dry per Care Label
Colour Fastness to Chlorine AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane
Bleach fibres
Colour Fastness to Non AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane
Chlorine Bleach fibres
Light Heavyw
Medium
weight eight
101-199gms
<100gms >200gm
Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2 For Woven Fabrics Only
120N 160N 200N
Grab Method Test in non-stretch direction only
100N 120N 140N
80N 100N 120N
Seam Open 6mm
10,000 20,000 9kPa weight
15,000 rubs
rubs rubs Shade Change not required on whites
Shade Change @ 5000 Revs Grade 4
Method A 40N Load on Jeans, 30N Load on all other
garment types
Nap Stability BS EN ISO 12947-4: b) @ 4,000 revs Raised and pile fabrics only
(No weight) See PM03
Colour Fastness to Washing BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 A2S 40°C
Neon/Fluorescent shades N/A on white & cream fabrics
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-5

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Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colour Fastness to Light BS EN ISO 105 -B02 Grade 4 @ BWS4
Colour Fastness to Dry Cleaning BS EN ISO 105 -D01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Items that are Dry Clean only
N/A on white & cream fabrics
Print / Motif / Flock Durability PM02 Change: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 15 minutes @40°C
Sight loss of print adhesion Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable
Easycare / Non Iron AATCC 124 or ISO Easycare Grade 3.5 Only required when Easy Care or Non Iron
7769 Non Iron 4.0 properties are being claimed
Crease Resistant AATCC 128 Grade 3-4 Only required when Crease Resistant
Wrinkle Recovery properties are being claimed
Accelerotor AATCC 93 Weight Loss 15% Pile fabrics only

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PTC03 – Adults Denim Wear
Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and made
Method of non-exempt fibre(s)
Fabrics with glitter, glue, mylar, foam etc require testing.
The following are non-exempt fibres – Silk, Cotton, Kapok,
Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie, Acetate, Alginate,
Cupro, Modal, Protein, Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre,
Flurofibre, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polycarbanide,
Polyurethane, Vinyl, Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass Fibre,
Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper & Lyocell
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% Laboratory must list the labelling comments for both the
Test to EU method but report composition EU & US markets
against EU and US +/- 3% on blends
requirements and must use
moisture calculations in order
to avoid potential incorrect
passes or failures. Must use
continue different generic
names according to the test
methods
Annex B Test 5 of each component type. Report results
individually
Colour Fastness to Chlorine AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane fibres
Bleach
Colour Fastness to Non AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane fibres
Chlorine Bleach
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Dry per Care Label
Viscose Blends
Physical testing to be performed on washed Light Medium Heavy
weight 101gms to weight
panels*see footnote <100gm 199gms >200gm
Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2 Grab For Woven Fabrics Only
120N 160N 200N
Method Test in non-stretch direction only
100N 120N 140N
80N 100N 120N
Seam Open 6mm
Tear Strength BS EN 13937 – 1 For Woven Fabrics Only
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 – 2 For Woven Fabrics Only
10,000 15,000 20,000
9kPa weight
rubs rubs rubs
Residual Extension BS EN 14704 -1 No Max Required Record extensions on report
Method A Extension
Unrecovered Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Denim product ≤ 35% stretch, Fabrics containing elastane only
Method A maximum unrecovered after 1 40N Load on Jeans, 30N Load on all other garment types
minute ≤ 7%
at 5 cycles
Denim product >35% stretch,
maximum unrecovered after 1
minute ≤ 10% Test in stretch direction only
Denim product ≤ 35% stretch,
maximum unrecovered after
30 minutes ≤ 5%
Denim product >35% stretch,
maximum unrecovered after
30 minutes ≤ 8%

3 mins Velvet @ 2000 R.P.M.

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Visual Assessment 5 Mins Corduroy or Velour @ 2000 R.P.M.
‘Negligible’
Back pocket application PM07 Lightweight <100gms 100% Cotton Only
strength 150N
Medium weight 101gms to
199gms 175N
Heavyweight >200gms
200N
Belt loop application PM08 Lightweight <100gms 150N 100% Cotton Only
strength Medium weight 101gms to
199gms 175N
Heavyweight >200gms
200N
Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Cross Stain: 4-5
Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 3-4 Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
– Denim Only Indigo & Black (Denim
only) colour ways Dry: 3
Wet: 2/3
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test at
Multiple Wash Refer to method for 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
appearance requirements For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh @
Assess appearance after 1 50°C Dry per Care Label
& 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh @
Assess dimensional 60°C Dry per Care Label
stability after 1 & 5
Washes
0 to - 3%
0 to - 5% for Viscose &
Viscose Blends
acceptable
Slight delamination of
print acceptable
Slight print cracking
acceptable
Slight loss of flocking
acceptable
Primark do not permit the use of Sandblasting. Alternatives to Sandblasting are:
i. Hand rubbing /hand-scraping
ii. Laser etching
*Only applies to those garments that have had a further washing treatment(eg stonewash)

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PTC04 – Children’s Denim wear
Security of Attachment EN 17394-2 Security of buttons. 90N
If the item fails after testing, it will then All attached bows, buttons,
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of be tested as a small part. If it fits pompoms snaps, felt additions etc.
attached components to entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and
infants' clothing cylinder in any orientation then the report results individually. Fail if
item must be failed. small part as per EN71-1.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security of (Non-grippable items and those
metal mechanically applied under 3 mm exempt)
press fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4 Security of

attachment of all other
components
Safety of children’s clothing. EN 14682 Must Comply

Cords & drawstrings on
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm
or 2.6oz/s/yd and made of non-exempt
fibre(s)
Raised surface if made of non-exempt
fibre(s)
Fabrics with glitter, glue, mylar, foam etc
require testing.
The following are non-exempt fibres –
Silk, Cotton, Kapok, Hemp, Linen, Flax,
Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie, Acetate,
Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein,
Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre,
Flurofibre, Polyethylene, Polypropylene,
Polycarbanide, Polyurethane, Vinyl,
Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass
Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre,
Paper & Lyocell
Torque & Tension
Small Parts Restrictions 16 CFR 1501 For all decorative and functional items Applies to children up to 3 years
intended for children 36 months (3 years) of
age. If the item fails after use and abuse
testing or appearance after laundering
requirement, it will then be tested as a small
part. If it fits entirely within the small parts
cylinder in any orientation (without being
compressed), then the item must be failed.
Upper Outerwear New York General Business Law § 391-B
/ Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP §
139
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C
Multiple Wash requirements or 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes Label
For products with care labels set at 50°C
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 test at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C
0 to - 3% test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition To be completed on all base
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends material qualities once per season.
against EU and US requirements and Laboratory must list the labelling
must use the 2 different corrective comments for both the EU & US
moisture calculations in order to markets
avoid potential incorrect passes or

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failures. Must use continue different
generic names according to the test
methods
Colour Fastness to Chlorine AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
Bleach Elastane fibres
Colour Fastness to Non AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
Chlorine Bleach Elastane fibres
Physical testing to be performed on washed panels*see Lightweight Medium Heavyweigh

footnote ≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
120N 160N 200N
Method Test in non-stretch direction only
For Woven Fabrics Only
Seam Strength BS EN ISO 13935 -2 100N 120N 140N
80N 100N 120N Seam Open 6mm
3mm for contrast warp & weft
threads
10,000 15,000 20,000 9kPa weight
rubs rubs rubs
Residual Extension BS EN 14704 -1 No Max Required Extension Record extensions on report

Method A
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Denim product ≤ 35% stretch,maximum Fabrics containing elastane only
Method A unrecovered after 1 minute ≤ 7% 40N Load on Jeans, 30N Load on all
Denim product >35% stretch, maximum other garment types at 5 cycles
unrecovered after 1 minute ≤ 10% Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Denim product ≤ 35% stretch, Test in stretch direction only
maximum unrecovered after 30
minutes ≤ 5%
Denim product >35% stretch, maximum
unrecovered after 30 minutes ≤ 8%
5 Mins Corduroy or Velour @ 2000
R.P.M.
Back pocket application PM07 Lightweight <100gms 150N 100% Cotton Only
strength Medium weight 101gms to 199gms
175N
Heavyweight >200gms 200N
Belt loop application strength PM08 Lightweight <100gms 150N 100% Cotton Only
Medium weight 101gms to 199gms
175N
Heavyweight >200gms 200N
Colour Fastness to Rubbing – BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 3-4 Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Denim Only Indigo & Black (Denim only) colour ways
Dry: 3 Wet: 2/3
Print / Motif / Flock Durability PM02 Change: 4 15 minutes @40°C

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Cross Stain: 4-5 Dry as per Care Label
Sight loss of print adhesion acceptable
Slight delamination of print acceptable
Primark do not permit the use of Sandblasting. Alternatives to Sandblasting are:
i. Hand rubbing /hand-scraping
ii. Laser etching
*Only applies to those garments that have had a further washing treatment(eg stonewash)
PTC05 – Adults Outerwear – Woven & Knitted

Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and
made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Method
Brushed Back Sweats
Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie, Acetate,
Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein, Triacetate, Viscose,
Chlorofibre, Flurofibre, Polyethylene, Polypropylene,
Polycarbanide, Polyurethane, Vinyl, Trivinyl, Elastodiene,
Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper &
Lyocell
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test
Multiple Wash requirements at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes
For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh
Assess dimensional stability after 1 &
5 Washes
@ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Woven For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh
0 to - 3% @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Knitted
0 to-5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
0 to -7% for Viscose & Viscose Blends
Annex B Test 5 of each component type. Report results
individually
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 Woven 0 to - 3% 4N @ 40°C
Knitted 0 to-5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process Woven 0 to - 3% Items that are Dry Clean only
Knitted 0 to-5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% To be completed on all base material qualities once
Test to EU method but composition per season.
report against EU and US +/- 3% on blends Laboratory must list the labelling comments for both
requirements and must use the EU & US markets

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the test methods
Luxury Animal Fibres 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% There must be full traceability throughout the
composition manufacturing process from farm to finished goods
+/- 3% on blends that can be provided by the supplier
Proof of claim required
Medium Heavy
Light weight
101g- weight
<100gms
199gms >200gm
120N 160N 200N Test in non-stretch direction only
Method
Martindale Pilling BS EN ISO 12945 -2 Woven 2,000 revs Test after cleansing. Assess against original.
Knitted 500 revs Report assessment at 125, 500 & 1,000 cycles with final
Grade 3-4 assessment at 2,000 cycles
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Woven Fabrics containing elastane only
Method A Max 5% Unrecovered Elongation Woven – 30N Load
Knitted Max 10% Unrecovered Knitted – 20N Load
Elongation Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Accelerator AATCC 93 Weight Loss 10% Pile fabrics only
Fibre Shedding PM05 Grade 4 or above Required on all articles that have pile or fur >3mm in
length
Surface Flash BS 4569 No Flash Required on all articles that have pile or fur >3mm in
Not required for testing if tested for length
US Clothing Flammability 16. CFR 1610
Nap Stability BS EN ISO 12947-4: (No b) @ 4,000 revs. Raised and pile fabrics only
weight)See PM03
Fibre Proof Properties BS 15586 No more than 6 fibres Only required on items that have synthetic wadding
penetration
Colour Fastness to Washing BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain:4-5 A2S 40°C
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain:4-5
Colour Fastness to Dry Cleaning BS EN ISO 105 -D01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Items that are Dry Clean only
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain:4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain:4-5
Sight loss of print adhesion acceptable Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
Waterproof Claims EN ISO 811 Waterproof Cleanse to Care Label
Hydrostatic Head >160cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped Only required when Waterproof properties are being
Seams before and one after cleanse
claimed
Water Repellent
>100cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped
Shower Resistant Claims BS EN ISO 4920 Grade 4-5 as received Cleanse to Care Label
Spray Rating Before & after one Grade 4 After one Cleanse Only required when Shower rResistant is being
cleanse claimed

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Wind Resistant Claims BS EN ISO 9237 Wind Resistant <20 litres/m2/sec Only required when Wind Resistant is being claimed
Air Permeability Windproof :<0.1 litres/m2/sec
Breathability Claims BS 7209 WVP Index >65% Only required when Breathable properties are being
Moisture Vapour Permeability (16 hours) claimed
Thermal Resistance BS 4745 Single plate Must meet Tog value being Only required when Thermal properties are being
Outerwear claimed claimed
Performance Specifications for ASTM D-4522: Oxygen Number: less than 10 Only required on Down and Feather filled products
Down and Feather Fillings for 1.1: “Requirements for Turbidity: greater than 300 mm
Textile Products fillings for industry products
such as wearing apparel,
sleeping bags, and
comforters.”
Turbidity IDFB 11
Oxygen Number IDFB 7
Hygiene and Cleanliness BS EN 12935: 2001 Oxygen Index result 20 to 50 - <20 OI
Specification conduct Microbiological
State EN 1884
To be conducted on untreated /
Feather and Down Oxygen BS EN 1162 (method) undyed feathers only
Index Number
Hygiene and Cleanliness BS EN 12935: 2001 Impurity indicator Limit of acceptability
Specification
Only test if OI result of BS EN Mesophil aerobic bacteria
Feather and Down EN 1884 (method) Less than 106 CFU/g
1162 is >20. count
Determination of
Testing to be stopped and failed Faecal Streptococci count Less than 102 CFU/g
microbiological state
if >50
(used as filler) & Marabou – Sulphite reducing
To be conducted on untreated / Less than 102 CFU/g
undyed clostridium count
undyed feathers only.
Hygiene and Cleanliness Absent in 20g
Presence of salmonella
Specification (cont.) feathers
PTC06 – Children’s Outerwear – Woven & Knitted

If the item fails after testing, it will then All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps,
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of be tested as a small part. If it fits entirely felt additions etc.
attached components to infants' within the EN71-1 small parts cylinder in Test 5 of each component type and report
clothing any orientation then the item must be results individually. Fail if small part as per
failed. EN71-1.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security of (Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
metal mechanically applied press exempt)
fasteners

components
Safety of children’s
clothing. Cords &
EN 14682 Must Comply
drawstrings on children’s
clothing
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd
and made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Brushed Back Sweats
testing.

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Torque Test 0.45 Nm or a rotation of 180o
EN71 part 1 both in a clockwise and anticlockwise No Small Parts - up to 3 years.
Torque & Tension
16 CFR 1500. 51 - 53 direction is achieved. No sharp points or edges - all ages.
Small Parts Restrictions 16 CFR 1501 For all decorative and functional items intended Applies to children up to 3 years
for children 36 months (3 years) of age. If the
item fails after use and abuse testing or
appearance after laundering requirement, it will
then be tested as a small part. If it fits entirely
within the small parts cylinder in any orientation
(without being compressed), then the item
must be failed.
Upper Outerwear New York General Business Law § 391-B /
Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP §
139
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance requirements For products with care labels set at 30°C or
after Multiple Wash Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test
Woven 0 to - 3%
at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry For products with care labels set at 60°C test
0 to -7% Tumble Dry at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition To be completed on all base material qualities
Test to EU method but report against +/- 3% on blends once per season.
EU and US requirements and must use Laboratory must list the labelling comments
the 2 different corrective moisture for both the EU & US markets
calculations in order to avoid
potential incorrect passes or failures.
Must use continue different generic
names according to the test methods
+/- 3% on blends manufacturing process from farm to finished
Colour Fastness to AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane

Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Medium Heavy
Light weight
101gms to weight
<100gms
199gms >200gm
Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2 Grab Method For Woven Fabrics Only
15,000 20,000 9kPa weight
10,000 rubs
Knitted 500 revs

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Grade 3-4 Report assessment at 125, 500 & 1,000 cycles with
final assessment at 2,000 cycles
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Woven Max 5% Unrecovered Elongation Fabrics containing elastane only
Method A Knitted Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Woven – 30N Load
Knitted – 20N Load
Fibre Shedding PM05 Grade 4 or above Required on all articles that have pile or fur >3mm in
length
Surface Flash BS 4569 No Flash. Not required for testing if tested Required on all articles that have pile or fur >3mm in
for US Clothing Flammability 16. CFR 1610 length
Nap Stability BS EN ISO 12947-4: (No weight) b) @ 4,000 revs. Raised and pile fabrics only
See PM03
Fibre Proof Properties BS 15586 No more than 6 fibres penetration Only required on items that have synthetic wadding
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 A2S 40°C
Washing Neon/Fluorescent shades N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3-4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Rubbing
Hydrostatic Head >160cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped Seams Only required when Waterproof properties
before and one after cleanse are being claimed
Water Repellent
>100cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped Seams
before and one after cleanse
Spray Rating Before & after one cleanse Grade 4 After one Cleanse Only required when Shower Resistant is being
claimed
Wind Resistant Claims BS EN ISO 9237 Wind Resistant <20 litres/m2/sec Only required when Wind Resistant is being
Air Permeability Windproof :<0.1 litres/m2/sec claimed
Breathability Claims BS 7209 WVP Index >65% Only required when Breathable properties are
Moisture Vapour (16 hours) being claimed
Permeability
Thermal Resistance BS 4745 Single plate Must meet Tog value being claimed Only required when Thermal properties are
Outerwear being claimed
Performance ASTM D-4522: Oxygen Number: less than 10 Only required on Down and Feather filled
Specifications for Down 1.1: “Requirements for fillings for Turbidity: greater than 300 mm products
and Feather Fillings for industry products such as wearing
apparel, sleeping bags, and
Textile Products comforters.”
Turbidity IDFB 11
Oxygen Number IDFB 7
Hygiene and Cleanliness BS EN 12935: 2001 Oxygen Index result 20 to 50 - conduct <20 OI
Specification Microbiological
State EN 1884
Feather and Down BS EN 1162 (method) To be conducted on untreated / undyed
Oxygen Index Number feathers only
BS EN 12935: 2001 Impurity
Hygiene and Cleanliness Only test if OI result of BS EN 1162 is >20. Limit of acceptability
indicator
Specification Testing to be stopped and failed if >50
Mesophil aerobic
Less than 106 CFU/g
bacteria count

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Feather and Down EN 1884 (method) To be conducted on untreated / undyed Faecal
Determination of feathers only Streptococci Less than 102 CFU/g
microbiological state count
(used as filler) & Sulphite reducing
Less than 102 CFU/g
Marabou - undyed clostridium count
Presence of
Absent in 20g feathers
salmonella

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PTC07 – Adults Jerseywear e.g. T-Shirts & Polo Shirts
Method made of non-exempt fibre(s)
Lyocell
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test at 4N
after Multiple Wash requirements @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh @ 50°C
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh @ 60°C
0 to -5% Flat Dry Dry per Care Label
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Security of Attachment CEN/TR 16792:2014 70N All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps
Annex B etc. Test 5 of each component type and report
results individually
Colour Fastness to AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools & Elastane fibres
Chlorine Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 0 to -5% Flat Dry 4N @ 40°C
0 to -7% Tumble Dry Dry per Care Label
Test to EU method but +/- 3% on blends per season.
report against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments for both
the test methods
Spirality ISO 16322-2 Fabrics 5% max Circular knits only
ISO 16322-3 Garments Follow Dimensional Stability Procedure
Martindale Pilling BS EN ISO 12945 -2 500 revs Test after cleansing. Assess against original.
Grade 3-4 Report assessment for knitteds at 125 cycles, with
final assessment at 500 cycles
Method A 20N Load
Cross Stain: 4-5

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Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Rubbing Wet: 3

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PTC08 – Children’s Jerseywear e.g. T-Shirts & Polo Shirts
buttons. If the item fails after testing, it will then be All attached bows, buttons, pompoms
tested as a small part. If it fits entirely within snaps, felt additions etc.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 the EN71-1 small parts cylinder in any Test 5 of each component type and report
Security of attached orientation then the item must be failed. results individually. Fail if small part as per
components to infants' EN71-1.
clothing (Non-grippable items and those under 3
mm exempt)
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3
Security of metal
press fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4
Safety of children’s EN 14682 Must Comply

clothing. Cords &
drawstrings on
Flammability Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or
testing.
The following are non-exempt fibres – Silk,
Cotton, Kapok, Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca,
Coir, Ramie, Acetate, Alginate, Cupro, Modal,
Protein, Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre,
Polycarbanide, Polyurethane, Vinyl, Trivinyl,
Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre,
Metalised Fibre, Paper & Lyocell
Torque Test 0.45 Nm or a rotation
EN71 part 1 of 180o both in a clockwise and No Small Parts - up to 3 years.
Torque & Tension
intended for children 36 months (3
years) of age. If the item fails after use
and abuse testing or appearance after
laundering requirement, it will then be
tested as a small part. If it fits entirely
within the small parts cylinder in any
orientation (without being compressed),
then the item must be failed.
Code ATCP § 139
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition To be completed on all base material
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends qualities once per season.
against EU and US requirements Laboratory must list the labelling
and must use the 2 different comments for both the EU & US markets
corrective moisture calculations
in order to avoid potential
generic names according to the
test methods

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Luxury Animal Fibres 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition There must be full traceability throughout
+/- 3% on blends the manufacturing process from farm to
Proof of claim required finished goods that can be provided by the
supplier
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or
Multiple Wash requirements 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 For products with care labels set at 50°C
Washes test at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Assess dimensional stability after 1 For products with care labels set at 60°C
& 5 Washes test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
0 to -5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
0 to -7% for Viscose & Viscose
Blends
Bleach fibres
Blends
Grade 3-4 Spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their
blends only
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704 -1 Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Fabrics containing elastane only 20N Load
Method A Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Wet: 3
Print / Motif / Flock Durability PM02 Change: 4 15 minutes @40°C
Cross Stain: 4-5 Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable

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PTC09 – Adults Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back & Polar
Fleece
PTC09 – Adults Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back & Polar Fleece
Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and made
Method of non-exempt fibre(s) Raised surface if made of non-exempt
fibre(s) Brushed Back Sweats
Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie, Acetate, Alginate,
Cupro, Modal, Protein, Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre,
Flurofibre, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polycarbanide,
Polyurethane, Vinyl, Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass Fibre,
Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper & Lyocell
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test at
after Multiple Wash requirements 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh @
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes
For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh @
0 to -5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
60°C Dry per Care Label
individually
Chlorine Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition To be completed on all base material qualities once per
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends season.
against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments for both
methods
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process Knitted 0 to -5% Items that are Dry Clean only
0 to -7% for Viscose & Viscose blends
Grade 3-4 Report assessment for knitteds at 125 cycles, with final
assessment at 500 cycles
Applicable to all leisure fabrics except true fleece fabrications
(fleece finish on both right and wrong side). For brush/fleece
back - test right side only
Fibre Shedding PM05 Grade 4 or above Applicable for all brush-back, fleece-back and pile
fabrics under 10mm including those under 3mm

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PTC09 – Adults Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back & Polar Fleece
Rubbing Wet: 3
Print / Motif / Flock PM02 Change: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 15 minutes @40°C
Durability Sight loss of print adhesion acceptable Dry as per Care Label

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PTC10 – Children’s Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back &
Polar Fleece
PTC10 – Children’s Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back & Polar Fleece
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
of attached components to cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
infants' clothing item must be failed. EN71-1.
(Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security exempt)
of metal mechanically
applied press fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4 Security

of attachment of all other
components
Safety of children’s EN 14682 Must Comply

clothing. Cords &
clothing
Brushed Back Sweats
testing. The following are non-exempt fibres – Silk,
Cotton, Kapok, Hemp, Linen, Flax, Jute, Abaca, Coir,
Ramie, Acetate, Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein,
Lyocell
Torque & Tension
intended for children 36 months (3 years)
of age. If the item fails after use and abuse
requirement, it will then be tested as a
small part. If it fits entirely within the small
parts cylinder in any orientation (without
being compressed), then the item must be
failed.
Code ATCP § 139
against EU and US requirements Laboratory must list the labelling comments
and must use the 2 different for both the EU & US markets
incorrect passes or failures. Must
use continue different generic
methods

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PTC10 – Children’s Knitted Leisurewear, Fleece, Loop-back, Brush-back & Polar Fleece
supplier
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or
after Multiple Wash requirements 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
0 to -5% Flat Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Colour Fastness to AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
Colour Fastness to AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
Non Chlorine Bleach Elastane fibres
Report assessment for knitteds at 125 cycles, with
Grade 3-4 final assessment at 500 cycles
Applicable to all leisure fabrics except true fleece
fabrications (fleece finish on both right and wrong
side). For brush/fleece back - test right side only
Fibre Shedding PM05 Grade 4 or above Applicable for all brush-back, fleece-back and
pile fabrics under 10mm including those
under 3mm
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-
5
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Water Cross Stain: 4-5
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-
5
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Rubbing
Light

acceptable
acceptable
Thermal Properties BS4745 Must meet tog rating being Only required when Thermal properties
claimed are being claimed

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PTC11 – Adults Knitwear e.g. Cardigans, Jumpers
Method
Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper
& Lyocell
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C
Multiple Wash requirements test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test at
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test at
+2% to - 5% Flat Dry
+2% to - 7% Tumble Dry
6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Security of Attachment CEN/TR 16792:2014 Annex 70N All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps etc.
B Test 5 of each component type and report results
individually
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends once per season.
against EU and US requirements Laboratory must list the labelling comments for
and must use the 2 different both the EU & US markets
incorrect passes or failures. Must
use continue different generic
methods
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 +2% to - 5% Flat Dry 4N @ 40°C
+2% to - 7% Tumble Dry Dry per Care Label
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process +2% to - 5% Flat Dry Items that are Dry Clean only
Chenille Pile Loss PM06 Grade 4 or above
Wet: 3
Durability Sight loss of print adhesion Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable

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PTC12 – Children’s Knitwear e.g. Cardigans, Jumpers

buttons. If the item fails after testing, it will All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps, felt
then be tested as a small part. If it fits additions etc.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report results
Security of attached cylinder in any orientation then the individually. Fail if small part as per EN71-1.
components to infants' item must be failed. (Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
clothing exempt)
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3
Security of metal
mechanically applied press
fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4
Security of attachment of
all other components
clothing. Cords &
clothing
Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre, Paper
& Lyocell
Torque & Tension
intended for children 36 months (3 years)
of age. If the item fails after use and abuse
requirement, it will then be tested as a
small part. If it fits entirely within the small
parts cylinder in any orientation (without
being compressed), then the item must be
failed.
Code ATCP § 139
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C
after Multiple Wash requirements test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
+2% to - 5% Flat Dry

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Chlorine Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 +2% to - 5% Flat Dry 4N @ 40°C
+2% to - 7% Tumble Dry Dry per Care Label
against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments for
requirements and must use both the EU & US markets
methods
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process Knitted Items that are Dry Clean only
0 to -5%
Grade 3-4 Spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their blends only
Chenille Pile Loss PM06 Grade 4 or above
Rubbing Wet: 3
Durability Sight loss of print adhesion Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable

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PTC13 – Adults Swimwear & Beachwear – Woven & Knitted
Flammability Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and
Lyocell
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test
after Multiple Wash requirements at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 Washes @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Woven 0 to - 3% For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh
@ 60°C Dry per Care Label
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
individually
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends per season.
against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments for both
methods
Chlorine Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Medium
Light weight Heavy weight
101gms to
<100gms >200gm
199gms
Method
10,000 rubs
15,000 rubs 20,000 rubs 9kPa weight
Shade Change not required on whites
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704- 1: 2005 Weft knitted fabrics < 5% elastane 15N load
Method A 10% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & 30 5% - 11% elastane 20N load
minutes >11% elastane 25N load
Assess after 1 & 30 minutes

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Warp knitted fabrics only < 5% elastane 15N load
5% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & 30 5% - 11% elastane 20N load
minutes >11% elasatane 25N load
Woven fabrics 30N Load
5% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & 30 Assess after 1 & 30 minutes
minutes Test in stretch direction only
Salt Water Corrosion EN ISO 22775 Method 2 No corrosion after 24 hours Applicable to Metallic Trims only
Heat Conductivity PM22 Only applicable to swimwear items with metal Applicable to Metallic Trims only
components in contact with skin
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Water Neon/Fluorescent shades
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Rubbing
Light Change: 3 Neon/Fluorescent shades
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105: E03 Change: 4 Neon/Fluorescent shades 50mg/l Swimwear
Chlorinated Water Change: 3-4 20mg/l Beachwear
Colour Fastness to Sea BS EN ISO 105: E02 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Change: 3-4 Stain: 3-4 Cross Stain: 4-5
Phenolic Yellowing BS EN ISO X18 Change Grade 4 Applicable to white, pale & pastel shades
Applicable to fabrics and foam cups
When testing bra’s or cupped swimwear - test cups as a
composite. If sample fails, test
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PTC14 – Children’s Swimwear & Beachwear – Woven & Knitted

buttons. If the item fails after testing, it will then be All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps,
tested as a small part. If it fits entirely within felt additions etc.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 the EN71-1 small parts cylinder in any Test 5 of each component type and report
Security of attached orientation then the item must be failed. results individually. Fail if small part as per
components to infants' EN71-1.
clothing (Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
exempt)
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3
Security of metal
press fasteners
PD CEN/TS 17394‑4
clothing. Cords &
clothing
Requirements and Test Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd
Method and made of non-exempt fibre(s)
testing.
Torque Test 0.45 Nm or a rotation of 180o
EN71 part 1 both in a clockwise and anticlockwise No Small Parts - up to 3 years.
Torque & Tension
16 CFR 1500. 51 - 53 direction is achieved. No sharp points or edges - all ages.
Small Parts Restrictions 16 CFR 1501 For all decorative and functional items intended Applies to children up to 3 years
for children 36 months (3 years) of age. If the item
fails after use and abuse testing or appearance
after laundering requirement, it will then be tested
as a small part. If it fits entirely within the small
parts cylinder in any orientation (without being
compressed), then the item must be failed .
Upper Outerwear New York General Business Law § 391-B /
Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP § 139
Product Appearance PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C or
after Multiple Wash requirements 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care Label
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 Washes at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Woven 0 to - 3% For products with care labels set at 60°C test
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
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0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Test to EU method but +/- 3% on blends once per season.
report against EU and US Laboratory must list the labelling comments
requirements and must use for both the EU & US markets
the test methods
Medium Heavy
Light weight
101gms to weight
<100gms
199gms >200gm
Method
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 rubs 20,000 For Woven Fabrics Only
15,000 rubs 9kPa weight
rubs
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704- 1: 2005 Weft knitted fabrics < 5% elastane 15N load
Method A 10% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & 5% - 11% elastane 20N load
30 minutes >11% elasatane 25N load
Warp knitted fabrics only < 5% elastane 15N load
5% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & 5% - 11% elastane 20N load
30 minutes >11% elasatane 25N load
Woven fabrics 30N Load
5% Max Unrecovered Elongation after 1 & Assess after 1 & 30 minutes
30 minutes Test in stretch direction only
Salt Water Corrosion EN ISO 22775 No corrosion after 24 hours Applicable to Metallic Trims only
Method 2
Heat Conductivity PM22 Only applicable to swimwear items with Applicable to Metallic Trims only
metal components in contact with skin
Rubbing Wet: 3
Change: 3 Neon/Fluorescent shades
Colour Fastness to BS EN ISO 105: E03 Change: 4 50mg/l Swimwear
Chlorinated Water Neon/Fluorescent shades Change: 3 20mg/l Beachwear

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Colour Fastness to Sea BS EN ISO 105: E02 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
When testing bra’s or cupped swimwear - test
cups as a composite. If sample fails, test
Solar UV Protective EN13758-1 Primark insist fabrics must show a UPF of 40 Only required when Sun Protection properties
Properties – EN13758-2 or above to be labelled with sun protection are being claimed
Method of Tests promotions
for Apparel Fabrics &
Classification and
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PTC15 – Adults Performance wear – Woven & Knitted
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or
testing.
Woven 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Annex B etc. Test 5 of each component type and
report results individually
Bleach fibres
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Test to EU method but report against +/- 3% on blends qualities once per season.
EU and US requirements and must Laboratory must list the labelling comments
use the 2 different corrective for both the EU & US markets
moisture calculations in order to
methods
Lightweight Medium Heavyweigh
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 15,000 20,000 For Woven Fabrics Only
rubs rubs rubs 9kPa weight
Knitted 500 revs Report assessment for wovens at 125, 500 & 1,000
cycles with final assessment at 2,000 cycles

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Knitted Knitted – 20N Load
Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Bursting strength BS EN ISO 13938-2 300kPa For Meshes only
Reflectivity Test BS EN ISO 20471 Compliance to the Standard Applicable to products with retro reflective
High Visibility Clothing - Test tape
Methods and Requirements
Perspiration Neon/Fluorescent shades
Wet: 3
Hydrostatic Head >160cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped Only required when Waterproof properties
Seams before and one after cleanse are being claimed
Water Repellent
Spray Rating Before & after one cleanse Grade 4 After one Cleanse Only required when Shower Resistant is
being claimed
Breathability Claims BS 7209 WVP Index >65% Only required when Breathable properties
Moisture Vapour (16 hours) are being claimed
Permeability
Water Vapor Transmission of ASTM E96-14 Greater or equal to 500 g / m² / 24 If claimed breathability or similar
Materials Procedure B - Water Method hours
Test original state only
Vertical wicking of textiles AATCC 197-11 Minimum 2.5 inches per 10 minutes If Claimed "Wicks Away Moisture" or Similar
Absorbency of textiles AATCC 79-10 Maximum 7 seconds Moisture Management test
Test both original and after 20
launderings
Anti Bacterial Claims AATCC 147 No Bacterial Growth Test Bacteria: Staphylococcus Aureus
Antibacterial Activity (ATCC6538)
Assessment of Textile Test face side of sample as received
Materials: Parallel Streak
Method

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PTC15A – Childrens Performance wear – Woven & Knitted
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of be tested as a small part. If it fits felt additions etc.
attached components to infants' entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
clothing cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
item must be failed. EN71-1.
metal mechanically applied exempt)
press fasteners

components

testing.
Torque & Tension
compressed), then the item must be failed .
139
Woven 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
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0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Test to EU method but report against +/- 3% on blends qualities once per season.
EU and US requirements and must Laboratory must list the labelling comments
use the 2 different corrective
for both the EU & US markets
methods
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 15,000 20,000 For Woven Fabrics Only
rubs rubs rubs 9kPa weight
Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Assess after 1 and 30 minutes
Bursting strength BS EN ISO 13938-2 300kPa For Meshes only
Reflectivity Test BS EN ISO 20471 Compliance to the Standard Applicable to products with retro reflective
High Visibility Clothing - Test tape
Methods and Requirements
Wet: 3
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>160cm/H2O Main Fabric and Taped Only required when Waterproof properties
Seams before and one after cleanse are being claimed
Water Repellent
Spray Rating Before & after one cleanse Grade 4 After one Cleanse Only required when Shower Resistant is
being claimed
Breathability Claims BS 7209 WVP Index >65% Only required when Breathable properties
Moisture Vapour (16 hours) are being claimed
Permeability
Water Vapor Transmission of ASTM E96-14 Greater or equal to 500 g / m² / 24 If claimed breathability or similar
Materials Procedure B - Water Method hours
Test original state only
Vertical wicking of textiles AATCC 197-11 Minimum 2.5 inches per 10 minutes If Claimed "Wicks Away Moisture" or Similar
Absorbency of textiles AATCC 79-10 Maximum 7 seconds Moisture Management test
Test both original and after 20
launderings
Method

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PTC16 – Adults Nightwear – Woven & Knitted
testing.
Washes
For products with care labels set at 60°C test
Woven 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
against EU and US requirements and Laboratory must list the labelling comments
must use the 2 different corrective for both the EU & US markets
methods
supplier
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
10,000 15,000 20,000
9kPa weight
rubs rubs rubs Shade Change not required on whites
Grade 3-4 cycles with final assessment at 2,000 cycles

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Fibre Shedding PM05 Grade 4 or above Only applicable for brushed back and pile
fabrics under 10mm

Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Test in stretch direction only
Bursting strength BS EN ISO 13938-2 Lace 175kPa For Lace & Mesh only
Bleach fibres
Colour Fastness to Water AATCC 107 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 At Technologist Request
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3-4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colourfastness to Perspiration BS EN ISO 105 -E04 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colourfastness to Perspiration AATCC15 : 2013 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 At Technologist Request
Colourfastness to Water AATCC 107 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5
Colourfastness to Hot BS EN ISO 105-X11 Dry - Grade 4 Not applicable to White/Cream Fabrics.
Pressing Damp – Grade 4 Applicable on all fabric bright/dark
Wet – Grade 4 colourways.
Results reviewed at 100/150/200 Applicable on all printed fabrics
degrees
Colourfastness to PVC BS EN ISO 105-X10 Dry 3/4 Applicable on all fabric bright/dark
Migration colourways.
Applicable on all printed fabrics.
Slip Resistance TM 144 Coefficient of Friction – 0.3 min Applicable for all product with Slip Resistance
Soles
Test using Calibrated Clay Tile on Dry & Wet
Surface

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PTC17 – Children’s Nightwear – Woven & Knitted
UK Nightwear Safety 1985 SI No 2043 Compliance Nightdresses, nightshirts and dressing gowns to be
Regulations BS 5722: 1984 of low flammability to BS 5722
BS 5438: 1976 All nightwear and cotton terry bathrobes shall be
properly labelled as follows:
Pyjamas:
KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE
Night Dresses, Dressing Gowns Bath Robes (not
cotton terry towelling) and similar garments:
KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE
LOW FLAMMABILITY TO BS 5722
Bath Robes made of cotton terry towelling only:
KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE
Burning behaviour of BS EN 14878: 2007 Pyjamas Class B minimum Applicable for children’s nightwear garments
children’s nightwear Bathrobes Class A not covered by BS 5722
attached components to entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
infants' clothing cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
press fasteners

components

Children’s Sleepwear CFR 1615 Covers US Sizes 0 to Average Char Length shall not exceed 17.8cm There are three stages of testing requirements:
Flammability 6X No individual specimen shall have a char 1) Fabric Production Unit that are FR treated are
The Regulation Contains the length of 25.4 +/- 0.5cm tested before and after 50 washes. Non – treated
Tightness of fit is a key issue. Tight Fit across fabrics are test before and after one laundering
test method and requirements the size ranges is delineated in CFR 1615/CFR 2) The second stage is done on prototype seams
and dimensions regarding 1616 and trims as described
Tightness of Fit If Tight Fit various labelling requirements 3) Garment Production Units are sampled in
The US CPSC Guide for and CFR 1610 applies where applicable re production.
Laboratory Testing of nightwear fibre type etc. Test Laboratories have to return fabric surviving
is also a key guide In addition for tight fit garments : testing to the supplier.
Lettuce edging must be <1/4”(6mm)
See CPSC regulation
Various Labelling requirements are required
on the product; hang tags and on packaging
Children’s Sleepwear CFR 1616 Covers US sizes 7 to See the above See the above
Flammability 14
The Regulation Contains the
test method and requirements
and dimensions regarding
Tightness of Fit
testing.
Acetate, Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein,
Lyocell

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Torque & Tension
139
Washes
For products with care labels set at 60°C test
Woven: 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
methods
supplier
0 to -7% Tumble Dry


≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
10,000 15,000 20,000
9kPa weight

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fabrics under 10mm

Max 10% Unrecovered Elongation Test in stretch direction only
Bursting strength BS EN ISO 13938-2 Lace 175kPa For Lace & Mesh only
Bleach fibres
Colour Fastness to Water AATCC 107 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 At Technologist Request
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 Wet: 3-4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colourfastness to BS EN ISO 105 -E04 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Colourfastness to AATCC15 : 2013 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 At Technologist request
Colourfastness to Water AATCC 107 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5
Colourfastness to Hot BS EN ISO 105-X11 Dry - Grade 4 Fabric and Cotton Lawn Not applicable to White/Cream Fabrics.
Pressing Damp – Grade 4 Applicable on all fabric bright/dark
Wet – Grade 4 colourways. Applicable on all printed fabrics
Results reviewed at 100/150/200
degrees
Colourfastness to PVC BS EN ISO 105-X10 Dry 3/4 Applicable on all fabric bright/dark
Migration colourways. Applicable on all printed fabrics.
Slip Resistance TM 144 Coefficient of Friction – 0.3 min Applicable for all product with Slip Resistance
Soles
Surface

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PTC18 – Adults Underwear & Lingerie
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and
Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass Fibre, Metal Fibre,
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For Bra’s only – test at 4H @40°C Dry per Care
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 Label
Woven 0 to - 3%
Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry For products with care labels set at 60°C test at
0 to -7% Tumble Dry 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
individually
against EU and US requirements and Laboratory must list the labelling comments for
must use the 2 different corrective both the EU & US markets.
failures. Must use continue different If lace /multiple fabrics used in product, the fibre
generic names according to the test composition of all fabrics must be tested and
methods listed on product labels as per EU & US
requirements.
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Any lingerie tape with adhesive must have a Toxicological Review to ensure the adhesive is safe
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Dimensional and Bra Wire PM04 Woven 0 to - 3% For Underwired Bra’s only
casing Stability 0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose Blends Test at 4H @40°C Dry per Care Label
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Bra wire casing No less than 6mm after
wash No distortion of wires
Puncture Resistance of Bra PM 26 Minimum Result of 26Kg
Casing
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method

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Seam Slippage BS EN ISO 13936 -1 For Woven Fabrics Only Test in non-stretch direction
80N 100N 120N only Seam Open 6mm
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 For Woven Fabrics Only
15,000 20,000 9kPa weight
rubs

Tear Strength BS EN 13937 - 1 700cN 800cN 900cN For Woven Fabrics Only
Bursting strength BS EN ISO 13938-2 175kPa For Lace & Mesh only
Dye Transfer in Storage AATCC 163 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 For all bra packages

Wet: 3
When testing bra’s or cupped swimwear - test cups as a
composite. If sample fails, test
Thermal Properties BS4745 Must meet tog rating being claimed Only required when Thermal properties are being
claimed
Knitted 500 revs Report assessment for wovens at 125, 500 & 1,000 cycles
Grade ¾ with final assessment at 2,000 cycles
Report assessment for knitteds at 125 cycles, with final
assessment at 500 cycles
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704- 1: 2005 Weft knitted fabrics Fabrics containing elastane
Method A 10% Max Unrecovered < 5% elastane 15N load
5% - 11% elastane 20N load
>11% elasatane 25N load
Warp knitted fabrics only Fabrics containing elastane

5% Max Unrecovered Elongation < 5% elastane 15N load
PM23 – Residual Elongation LACE ELASTICS
Lace Used on the Waist Below woven and knitted elastics must meet the
Briefs tested at 1.5kg Warp Extension 120-180% stretch required performance for extension and modulus
Warp Modulus 100-180g outlined under PM23 testing method
Modulus @ 40% Lace used on the leg opening
Warp extension 120-180% stretch BRAS
Warp modulus 100-180g Under arm and under band tested at 2.5kg
Full lace garment Shoulder straps tested at 3.6kg
Warp extension 120-180% stretch Bra wings tested at 3.6kg
Warp modulus minimum 180g
BRIEFS
BRA WINGS Tested at 1.5kg
Bra Wings tested at 3.6kg If the control level is created using multiple
Modulus @ 40% fabrics and layers, then the fabric must be SHAPEWEAR
tested as they are used in the garment. Tested at 3.6kg
Light Control i.e. normal bra
Warp & Weft extension minimum 100%
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Firm Control i.e. sports bra
Weft extension minimum 50%
Warp extension minimum 100%
Warp & Weft modulus minimum 550-700g
Shapewear tested at 3.6kg SHAPEWEAR

Modulus @ 40% If the control level is created using multiple
fabrics and layers, then the fabric must be
tested as they are used in the garment.
Light Control
Extension minimum 95%
Modulus 150-200g
Medium Control
Modulus 250-500g
Firm Control
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PTC19 – Children’s Underwear
press fasteners

components

testing.
Torque & Tension
/ Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP
§ 139
Washes
For products with care labels set at 60°C test at
Woven 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Bleach
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0 to -7% Tumble Dry
must use the 2 different corrective
both the EU & US markets
methods
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 For Woven Fabrics Only
15,000 20,000 9kPa weight
rubs
Grade 3-4 cycles with final assessment at 2,000 cycles
Residual Elongation BS EN 14704- 1: 2005 Warp and Weft knitted fabrics Fabrics containing elastane
Method A 10% Max Unrecovered Elongation < 5% elastane 15N load
Warp knitted fabrics only Fabrics containing elastane
5% Max Unrecovered Elongation < 5% elastane 15N load
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 Only applicable on Childrenswear
Wet: 3
When testing bra’s or cupped swimwear - test cups as
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Thermal Properties BS4745 Must meet tog rating being claimed Only required when Thermal properties are
being claimed

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PTC20 – Adults Socks & Hosiery
testing.
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C test at 5Nh
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C test at 6Nh
Leg & Foot Length 0 to -10% @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Stability to Washing for Socks BS EN ISO 6330:2012 Leg & Foot Length 0 to -10% 4N @ 40°C
Dry per Care Label
Must fit appropriate TS sock board
before & after wash
methods
supplier
Abrasion of Knitted Footwear BS EN 13770 A description of the appearance and Socks Only
garments – modified breakdown to be given with the Test Sole Only
Martindale number of rubs ie ‘Thinning’ or ‘Holing’
8,000 rubs for all compositions
fabrics under 10mm
Bleach fibres
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5
Colourfastness to PVC BS EN ISO 105-X10 Dry: 4 Not applicable to White/Cream fabrics.
Migration Applicable to all tight 200 denier and above.
Applicable on all coated fabrics
Colourfastness to Hot BS EN ISO 105-X11 Dry - Grade 4 Fabric Not applicable to White/Cream fabrics.
Pressing Damp – Grade 4 Applicable to all tight 200 denier and above
Wet – Grade 4
Results reviewed at 100/150/200
degrees

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Slip Resistance TM 144 Coefficient of Friction – 0.3 min Applicable to Slip Resistant Socks – Slipper
Socks
Surface
Thermal Resistance BS 4745 Two-plate method Must meet Tog value being claimed Only required when thermal properties are
being claimed
Method

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PTC21 – Children’s Socks & Hosiery
press fasteners

components

testing.
Torque & Tension
Upper Outerwear New York General Business Law § 391-
B / Wisconsin Administrative Code
ATCP § 139
Leg & Foot Length 0 to -10% 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Stability to Washing for Socks BS EN ISO 6330:2012 Leg & Foot Length 0 to -10% 4N @ 40°C
Must fit appropriate TS sock board Dry per Care Label
before & after wash
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methods
Stability to Washing for BS EN ISO 6330:2012 Must fit appropriate Hoseforma or 4N @ 40°C
Hosiery Volumetric Leg boards Dry per Care Label
Abrasion of Knitted Footwear BS EN 13770 A description of the appearance and Socks Only
garments – modified breakdown to be given with the Test Sole Only
Martindale number of rubs ie ‘Thinning’ or ‘Holing’
8,000 rubs for all compositions
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5
Wet: 3
Slip Resistance TM 144 Coefficient of Friction – 0.3 min Applicable to Slip Resistant Socks – Slipper
Socks
Surface
Thermal Resistance BS 4745 Two-plate method Must meet Tog value being claimed Only required when thermal properties are
being claimed
Method

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PTC22 – Adults Coated Products e.g. PU, PVC, Suede Effect
testing.
US Clothing Flammability – 16. CFR 1611 Contains The rate of burning shall not exceed 1.2 Applicable to PVC and similar plastics
Vinyl Plastic Film Requirements and Test Method in./sec as judged by the average of five
determinations lengthwise and five
determinations transverse to the
direction of processing
Security of Attachment CEN/TR 16792:2014 Annex B 70N All attached bows, buttons, pompoms snaps
etc. Test 5 of each component type and report
Washes
For products with care labels set at 60°C test at
Woven 0 to - 3%
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry Dry per Care Label
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
EU and US requirements and must Laboratory must list the labelling comments for
use the 2 different corrective both the EU & US markets
methods
Knitted 0 to -5%
Medium
Lightweigh Heavyweight
101-
t ≤100gms ≥200gms
199gms
Crumple flex BS EN ISO 7854 No breakdown of coating at 9,000
cycles
Abrasion resistance (TABER) ASTM D3884 Wear Rating 2
CS10 Wheels Shade change 3- 4
1000g load No Surface breakdown or removal of
100 rubs coating
See PM03

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PTC23 – Children’s Coated Products e.g. PU, PVC, Suede Effect
If the item fails after testing, it will then All attached bows, buttons,
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of be tested as a small part. If it fits pompoms snaps, felt additions etc.
attached components to infants' entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and
clothing cylinder in any orientation then the report results individually. Fail if
item must be failed. small part as per EN71-1.
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security of (Non-grippable items and those
metal mechanically applied under 3 mm exempt)
press fasteners

components

Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than 88gsm
or 2.6oz/s/yd and made of non-exempt
fibre(s)
Raised surface if made of non-exempt
fibre(s)
require testing.
The following are non-exempt fibres –
Silk, Cotton, Kapok, Hemp, Linen, Flax,
Jute, Abaca, Coir, Ramie, Acetate,
Alginate, Cupro, Modal, Protein,
Triacetate, Viscose, Chlorofibre,
US Clothing Flammability Flurofibre, Polyethylene, Polypropylene,
(cont.) Polycarbanide, Polyurethane, Vinyl,
Trivinyl, Elastodiene, Elastane, Glass
Fibre, Metal Fibre, Metalised Fibre,
Paper & Lyocell
US Clothing Flammability – 16. CFR 1611 Contains The rate of burning shall not exceed 1.2 Applicable to PVC and similar
Vinyl Plastic Film Requirements and Test Method in./sec as judged by the average of five plastics
determinations transverse to the direction of
processing
Torque & Tension
ATCP § 139
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method for appearance For products with care labels set at 30°C
Multiple Wash requirements or 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C Dry per Care
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes Label
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 For products with care labels set at 50°C
Washes test at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Woven 0 to - 3% For products with care labels set at 60°C
Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label

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0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Colour Fastness to Non AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
Test to EU method but report against +/- 3% on blends material qualities once per season.
EU and US requirements and must Laboratory must list the labelling
use the 2 different corrective comments for both the EU & US
markets
methods
Knitted 0 to -5% Flat Dry Dry per Care Label
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Medium
Lightweigh Heavyweight
101-
t ≤100gms ≥200gms
199gms
100N 120N 140N
3mm for contrast warp & weft
threads
Crumple flex BS EN ISO 7854 No breakdown of coating at 9,000
cycles
Abrasion resistance (TABER) ASTM D3884 Wear Rating 2
CS10 Wheels Shade change 3- 4
1000g load No Surface breakdown or removal of
100 rubs coating
See PM03
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PTC24 – Adults Woven & Knitted Linings, Pocketings & Interlinings
PTC24 – Adults Woven & Knitted Linings, Pocketings & Interlinings
testing.
US Clothing Flammability – 16. CFR 1611 Contains The rate of burning shall not exceed 1.2 Applicable to PVC and similar plastics
Vinyl Plastic Film Requirements and Test Method in./sec as judged by the average of five
processing
Bleach fibres
Wet: 3
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Knitted 0 to -5%
Medium
Light weight Heavy weight
101-
<100gms >200gms
199gms
Tensile Strength BS EN ISO 13934 -2 Grab Method For Woven Fabrics Only
Seam Slippage BS EN ISO 13936 -1 For Woven Fabrics Only Test in non-stretch direction
80N 100N 120N only Seam Open 6mm
Martindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947 - 2 10,000 15,000 20,000 For Woven Fabrics Only 9kPa weight
EU and US requirements and must use Laboratory must list the labelling comments
the 2 different corrective moisture
calculations in order to avoid potential
incorrect passes or failures. Must use
continue different generic names
according to the test methods
Colour Fastness to Washing BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5

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PTC25 – Children’s Woven & Knitted Linings, Pocketings & Interlinings
press fasteners

components
testing.
Torque & Tension
139
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method

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9kPa weight
10,000 15,000 20,000
rubs rubs rubs

methods
Bleach fibres

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PTC26 – Adults Trims, Fastening & Zipper
PTC26 – Adults Trims, Fastening & Zipper
Method
testing.
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
and must use the 2 different both the EU & US markets.
corrective moisture calculations in
order to avoid potential incorrect
Zip Fasteners BS EN 16732 Compliance with physical performance as appropriate
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-5 Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Zipper
Neon/Fluorescent shades Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-5 Zipper
Wet: 3 Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Zipper

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PTC27 – Children’s Trims, Fastening & Zipper
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
attached components to cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
infants' clothing item must be failed. EN71-1.
(Non-grippable items and those under 3 mm
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security of exempt)
metal mechanically applied
press fasteners

components
Method
testing.
Torque & Tension
ATCP § 139
0 to - 5% for Viscose & Viscose Dry per Care Label
Blends
0 to -7% Tumble Dry
Blends
Bleach
Chlorine Bleach
Zip Fasteners BS EN 16732 Compliance with physical performance
(as appropriate)
Colour Fastness to Washing BS EN ISO 105 -C06 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 A2S 40°C N/A on white & cream fabrics

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Change: 3 Stain: 3 Cross Stain: 4-5 Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Zipper
Cross Stain: 4-5 Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Neon/Fluorescent shades Zipper
Change: 3 Stain: 3
Cross Stain: 4-5
Wet: 3 Test all Textile parts of the Trim, Fastener or
Zipper
Peel Strength BS EN 12242 Min 0.8 N/mm After 5 washes
Touch and close fasteners Apply for Velcro Only
and must use the 2 different both the EU & US markets
corrective moisture calculations in
order to avoid potential incorrect

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PTC28 – Leather & Suede Products
PTC28 – Leather & Suede Products
require testing.
Stability to Dry Cleaning Commercial Process Woven Items that are Dry Clean only
0 to - 3%
Peel bond BS EN ISO 2411 35N/50mm
Baumann tear strength ISO 3377 - 2. >100N
Leather: Determination of BS EN ISO 22288 Not worse than slight damage after
Flex Resistance - Vamp Flex 500,000 flexing cycles
Colour fastness to Water BS EN ISO 11642: 1998 Grade 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Fastness to Rubbing – Veslic BS EN ISO 11640:1998 Dry: 50 cycles Grade 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Wet: 20 cycles Grade 2-3
Colour Fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 & Wet: 3 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Leather verification Lab Method See Primark Technologist

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PTC29 – Baby Bibs, Blankets, Hats and Mittens
If the item fails after testing, it will then All attached bows, buttons, pompoms
PD CEN/TS 17394‑1 Security of be tested as a small part. If it fits snaps, felt additions etc.
attached components to infants' entirely within the EN71-1 small parts Test 5 of each component type and report
clothing cylinder in any orientation then the results individually. Fail if small part as per
PD CEN/TS 17394‑3 Security of (Non-grippable items and those under 3
metal mechanically applied mm exempt)
press fasteners

components

testing.
Torque & Tension
ATCP § 139
Assess appearance after 1 & 5 Washes For products with care labels set at 50°C
Assess dimensional stability after 1 & 5 test at 5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label
Washes For products with care labels set at 60°C
0 to -3%
0 to -5% Viscose and Viscose blends
test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Bleach fibres
Stability to Washing BS EN ISO 6330:2012 0 to -3% 4N @ 40°C

0 to -5% Viscose and Viscose blends Dry per Care Label

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≤100gms 101-199gms t ≥200gms
Method
10,000 9kPa weight
15,000 20,000
rubs Shade Change not required on whites
rubs rubs

Knitted 500 revs Report assessment for wovens at 125, 500
Grade 3-4 & 1,000 cycles with final assessment at
2,000 cycles
Report assessment for knitteds at 125
cycles, with final assessment at 500 cycles
Spun synthetics, wool, acrylic and their
blends only
Colour Fastness to Water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 Cross Stain: 4-5 Only applicable on Childrenswear
Colour Fastness to Saliva DIN V 53160-1 Change Grade 4
Crumb Catcher Bibs must be tested to the relevant Food Contact Performance Standard in the Home Manual
against EU and US requirements Laboratory must list the labelling
and must use the 2 different comments for both the EU & US markets
test methods

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supplier
PTC30 – Disguise Costumes & Dress Up

*Final product testing must be done on Children’s products to gain a CPC or shipments will be blocked.
Test to EU method but report against EU and +/- 3% on blends qualities once per season.
US requirements and must use the 2 different
corrective moisture calculations in order to
avoid potential incorrect passes or failures.
Must use continue different generic names
Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC Must Comply
Toy Safety Assessment Article XVIII Must Comply
Physical & mechanical EN 71-1 Must Comply
Flammability Test EN 71-2 Must Comply To be labelled sponge clean only
Flammability BRC Modified EN71-2 Test Must Comply
Flammability EN71-2 Must Comply
CE Mark 2009/48/EC Must Comply
Toy Labeling 2009/48/EC Must Comply
Migration of certain EN 71-3 Must Comply
elements
EU Security of Attachment Sequins were classed as non grippable so 90N Testing only applicable for ‘babies and infants’
on children’s clothing instead of trying to pull off please perform a which is up to 3 years of age
wash test in a Durawash (twin tub type
washing machine) and tested against BS 7907
CPSIA Tracking Label CPSIA 103 Must comply
Physical & mechanical ASTM F963 Must Comply
Flammability ASTM F963 Must Comply
CPSIA Tracking Label CPSIA Section 103 Must comply
Country of Origin 19 CFR 134 / Can. Customs Tariff, c. 535 / Must Comply
Trade Practices Act 1974
Fair Packaging and Labeling F.P. & L. Act Must comply -Manufacturer, Packer, or Distributor’s Name &
Act / (16 CFR 500) Address (City, State & ZIP Code)
Uniform Packaging and / NIST Uniform Laws and Regulations -Product Identification
Labeling Regulations Handbook 130 -Net quantity of contents shall be expressed in
terms of weight or mass, measure, numerical
count, or combination so as to give accurate
information to facilitate consumer comparison
(U.S. and metric units).
Drawstrings / Ties on children 16 CFR 1120 Must Comply
upper outerwear
Stuffed Toy PA / MA / OH Stuffed Toy Law Must Comply for PA/MA/OH PA:
Shall meet the requirements Tolerances of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Regulation for Stuffed Toys
Shall meet the Stuffed Toy Law label requirements
MA/OH:
Shall meet the Stuffed Toy Law label requirements
US Clothing Flammability 16. CFR 1610 Contains Requirements Rated as Class 1 Tested before and after cleaning. Base fabric or
and Test Method garment can be tested. Flat Fabrics of any fibre
type exempted above 88gsm. Synthetic fibres and
wool exemptions not permitted.
US Clothing Flammability – 16. CFR 1611 Contains Requirements The rate of burning shall not exceed 1.2 Applicable to PVC and similar plastics
Vinyl Plastic Film and Test Method in./sec as judged by the average of five
processing
Pile retention PM05 4 Test on all pile over 3mm

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*Final product testing must be done on Children’s products to gain a CPC or shipments will be blocked.
Allergizing Dispersed Dye DIN 54231 For Germany Market Only
Colorfastness to Saliva and DIN 53160 For Germany Market Only
Perspiration
Print durability PM02 Change:4 Cross stain: 4-5 Sight loss of print 15 minutes @ 40OC
acceptable. No delamination or print cracking Dry as per care label
or loss of flocking

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PTC31 – Adult ties
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends material qualities once per season.
against EU and US requirements and Laboratory must list the labelling
comments for both the EU & US
markets
methods
Luxury Animal Fibres 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% composition There must be full traceability
+/- 3% on blends throughout the manufacturing
Proof of claim required process from farm to finished
goods that can be provided by the
supplier
Colour fastness to Rubbing BS EN ISO 105 X12 Dry: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Wet: 3-4 For products with Textile
components only
All products which are deemed to have play value, have novelty value or child appealing must comply to The European Toy Safety Directive – EN 71
parts 1, 2 and 3 and the Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety –ASTM F963

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PTC32 – ADULT BARRIER MASKS

Compliance
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency EN 14683, Annex B >90% as received and after 5 Must Comply
(BFE) washes
Particular Filtration Efficiency EN 13274-7 Sections 6 and 7 >70% for 3 micrometers as Must Comply
OR received and after 5 washes
ISO 16890
Differential Pressure EN14683, Annex C ≤70Pa/cm2 as received and after Must Comply
OR 5 washes
Air Permeability
EN ISO 9237 Min 96l/s/m2 as received and
after 5 washes
Visual Inspection AFNOR S76-001 Must Comply
CEN CWA17553
Dimensional Sizing AFNOR S76-001 Must Comply
CEN CWA17553
Head Harness Security AFNOR S76-001 5 cycles of putting on and off
CEN CWA17553 with at least 3 different head
morphologies
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% To be completed on all base
composition material qualities once per
Test to EU method but report +/- 3% on blends season.
against EU and US requirements Laboratory must list the
and must use the 2 different labelling comments for both the
corrective moisture calculations EU & US markets
test methods
Safety of children’s clothing. EN 14682 Must Comply Only applicable for children’s
Cords & drawstrings on barrier mask
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than
88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and made
of non-exempt fibre(s)
Primark Mandatory
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care
Multiple Wash Refer to method for Label
appearance requirements
Assess appearance after 1 & 5
Washes
0 to - 3%
Blends
Print / Motif / Flock Durability PM02 Change: 4 15 minutes @ 60°C
Cross Stain: 4/5 Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable
Colour fastness to rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Wet: 3-4
Colour fastness to water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Cross Stain: 4/5
Change: 3 Stain: 3-4
Cross Stain: 4/5
Colour Fastness to Perspiration BS EN ISO 105 -E04 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Cross Stain: 4/5

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Cross Stain: 4/5

Colour Fastness to Non-Chlorine AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
• Product must be tested and compliance with Primark PCM01 Chemical Testing Package.

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PTC33 – CHILDRENS BARRIER MASKS

Compliance
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency EN 14683, Annex B >90% as received and after 5 Must Comply
(BFE) washes
Particular Filtration Efficiency EN 13274-7 Sections 6 and 7 >70% for 3 micrometers as Must Comply
OR received and after 5 washes
ISO 16890
Differential Pressure EN14683, Annex C ≤70Pa/cm2 as received and after Must Comply
OR 5 washes
Air Permeability
EN ISO 9237 Min 96l/s/m2 as received and
after 5 washes
Visual Inspection AFNOR S76-001 Must Comply
CEN CWA17553
Dimensional Sizing AFNOR S76-001 Must Comply
CEN CWA17553
Head Harness Security AFNOR S76-001 5 cycles of putting on and off Must Comply
CEN CWA17553 with at least 3 different head
morphologies
Fibre Composition 1007/2011 & AATCC 20A No tolerance for 100% To be completed on all base
Test to EU method but report composition material qualities once per
against EU and US requirements +/- 3% on blends season.
and must use the 2 different Laboratory must list the
corrective moisture calculations labelling comments for both the
in order to avoid potential EU & US markets
test methods
Safety of children’s clothing. EN 14682 Must Comply Only applicable for children’s
Cords & drawstrings barrier mask
Requirements and Test Method Plain surface weighing less than
88gsm or 2.6oz/s/yd and made
of non-exempt fibre(s)
Primark Mandatory
Product Appearance after PM01 Refer to method test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care
Multiple Wash Refer to method for Label
appearance requirements
Assess appearance after 1 & 5
Washes
0 to - 3%
Blends
Print / Motif / Flock Durability PM02 Change: 4 15 minutes @ 60°C

Cross Stain: 4/5 Dry as per Care Label
acceptable
acceptable
Security of Attachment on CEN/TR 16792:2014 Annex B 70N Test 5 of each component type
straps and report results individually
Colour fastness to rubbing BS EN ISO 105 -X12 Dry: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Wet: 3-4
Colour fastness to water BS EN ISO 105 -E01 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Cross Stain: 4/5

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Cross Stain: 4/5
Colour Fastness to Perspiration BS EN ISO 105 -E04 Change: 4 Stain: 4 N/A on white & cream fabrics
Cross Stain: 4/5
Cross Stain: 4/5
Colour Fastness to Non-Chlorine AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Not applicable for Silks, Wools &
• Product must be tested and compliance with Primark PCM01 Chemical Testing Package which must
include a screening test for Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC).

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APPAREL
IN HOUSE TEST METHODS

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In House Test Method List
Beauty Acc.
Accessories
Footwear
Cosmetic
Electrical
Health &
Apparel
Nursery
Home
Toys
In House Test Method
PM0 Product Appearance after Multiple Wash

x x
1
PM0 Print / Motif / Flock Durability
x x x
2
PM0 Nap Stability
x
3
PM0 Dimensional and Bra Wire Casing Stability
x
4
PM0 Fibre Shedding / Pile loss
x x
5
PM0 Chenille Pile Loss
x
6
PM0 Back pocket application strength – Denim
x
7 jeans
PM0 Belt loop application strength – Denim jeans
x
8
PM1 Opening force of mechanical part
x
0
PM1 Durability test (open & close for 500 cycles)
x
1
PM1 Repeat manual inversion test
x
2
PM1 Flexing Resistance of Band
x
3
PM1 Strength of Strap / Handle attachment
x
4
PM1 Telescopic Handle Loading
x
5
PM1 Telescopic Handle Durability
x
6
PM1 Rolling / Castor Durability
x
7
PM1 Stability Test
x
8
PM1 Wood / PVC Staining x
9
PM2 Tarnish Test (all coated products) x
0
PM2 Burning Evaluation of Candle Holders
1
PM2 Heat Conductivity x
2
PM2 Residual Elongation x
3

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Beauty Acc.
Accessories
Footwear
Cosmetic
Electrical
Health &
Apparel
Nursery
Home
Toys
In House Test Method
PM2 Effects of hand washing x

4
PM2 Effects of freezing and thawing cycle x
5
PM2 Puncture Resistance of Bra Wire Casing x
6

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PM01 – Product Appearance after Multiple Wash
1. Purpose:
• To assess garments for any changes after multiple washing
• Minimum of two original garments must be submitted in their finished state.
▪ Use one for the test and the other for comparison
2. Method:
2.1 Attach a 10x4cm piece of multi-fibre strip type DW to the item to be washed.
2.2 Select appropriate programme in the Wascator.
2.2.1 Use IEC(A) Detergent, Sodium Perborate Tetrahydrate + TAED and Polyester
Makeweights (300 x 300 mm ± 30 mm, 35 ± 3 g) as detailed in BS EN ISO 6330:2012.
2.3 Assess against original sample under D65 artificial daylight - as per Verivide cabinet using
the below table after 1 & 5 washes.
2.4 Assess dimensional stability of Product after 1st and 5th wash using wash care program listed
in Performance Requirement.
2.5 If the product is dry clean only, follow the above process using a commercial dry clean.
2.6 Report using the following template.
Insure all components, including interlinings are assessed.
Assessment Satisfactory Unsatisfactory

Colour change/loss using grey scale 3-4 or better Less than 3-4
assessment (BS EN ISO 105 A02)
A If OBA is present, assess sample using
Fluorescent Suppressor and report Suppressed
grade also.
Cross staining i.e. colour transfer on to 4-5 Less than 4
component parts and multi-fibre strip (BS EN Contrast colours & trim results Contrast colours & trim results
ISO 105 A03) must be highlighted clearly in the must be highlighted clearly in the
report report
Acetate - 4 Acetate – 3-4 or less
B Cotton - 4 Cotton – 3-4 or less
Nylon - 4 Nylon – 3-4 or less
Acrylic - 4 Acrylic -– 3-4 or less
Polyester - 4 Polyester – 3-4 or less
Wool - 4 Wool – 3-4 or less
C Fraying of fabric and trims Not frayed Frayed
D Detachment of fastenings & trims Not detached Detached
E Spirality/twisting of seams. Calculate spirality. Less than 5% More than 5%
Grinning/opening of seams. Measure seam 2mm or less More than 2mm
F
opening
Pilling or Fuzzing of surface fibres. Assess 3-4 or better Less than 3-4
G degree of pilling/fuzzing using BS EN ISO
12945-2 grades
Pile loss or flattening of pile. Assess using grey 4 or better Less than 4
scales. GRADING
5 - NO CHANGE - No change in appearance
H 4 - EGLIGIBLE - No obvious loss of individual pile tufts and/or
slight negligible narrowing of the cord wale.
3 - SLIGHT - Limited small areas of pile loss and/or slight
narrowing of the cord wale.

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2 - SIGNIFICANT - Considerable pile loss and/or significant
narrowing of the cord wale.
1 - DISTINCT - Extreme pile loss causing half or more of the
base cloth to be visible and/or distinct narrowing of the cord
wale.
Corrosion/damage/sharp edges to trim No corrosion/damage Corrosion/damage/sharp
J
including chipping, scratching of coatings edges
Delamination of fused components No delamination or bubbling Delamination or bubbling
K
Photo required of failure
Free running and operation of zip fastener. Slide free and operable end Poor function – report if the
L
stops/closures zip stops whilst closing
Differential shrinkage, distortion, wrinkling and No changes Changes observed
M
twisting of fabric applications and seams. Photo required of failure
Unravelling/breaks in stitching No changes Loose, damaged or broken
N threads
Filling moved within casing No changes Changes observed – unfilled
O
area’s observed
Fibre migration No changes Changes observed – filling
P visible on outer
Other observed changes None observed Changes observed
Q
List any changes observed

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PM02 - Print / Motif / Flock Durability
1.0 PURPOSE
To define the procedure for measuring the durability of a print on a fabric after washing.
1.1 Introduction/Principle
Printed or flock fabrics are subjected to a prolonged wash in Hoovermatic twin-tub, Durawash or
Dynawash machine to determine the loss of print or flock effect. The washed piece is compared
with an original and any change expressed as a shade change using grey scales.
1.2 Scope
To assess the durability of prints and flock on woven and knitted textiles.
2.0 DEFINITIONS
2.1 Grey Scales as defined in ISO 105: A02.
2.2 Makeweight, fabric pieces used to give correct wash load.
2.3 D65 artificial daylight - as per Verivide cabinet.
3.0 EQUIPMENT
▪ Hoover Twin-Tub, Roaches Durawash or Heals Dynawash.
▪ Polyester Makeweights (300 x 300 mm ± 30 mm, 35 ± 3 g).
▪ ECE detergent (phosphate type)
▪ Sodium perborate tetrahydrate
▪ Balance.
▪ Thermometer.
▪ Timer/Clock with Minutes and Seconds.
▪ Grey Scales ISO 105: A02.
▪ Verivide Cabinet with D65 Artificial Daylight.
▪ Overlocking and Lock Stitch Sewing Machines.
4.0 PROCEDURE
4.1 Conditioning and Testing Atmosphere
No special conditions are required.
4.2 Test Specimens
4.2.1 Woven - Cut a square containing the print of flock, a minimum of 300 x 300 mm and
overlock the edges. If the sample is small e.g. Motifs or Latex type, sew onto a 300 x 300
piece of cotton fabric or Tea Towel.
4.2.2 Knitted - Cut a specimen 300 x 600 mm containing the print or flock with the long side
parallel to the courses and fold in half with the fold along a wale line. Overlock the sample
to form a bag with one open end, overlock the raw edges of the open end to prevent
unravelling. For small prints or Latex type, support the sample by sewing onto a piece of
cotton fabric minimum size 300 x 300 mm.
4.2.3 Garments - if complete garments are available wash whole.
4.3 Method
4.3.1 Fill the washing machine to the water line (40 litres).
4.3.2 Heat the water to the required temperature ± 2°C. (Check temperature with an
independent thermometer).
4.3.3 Add 160g ECE Detergent (with phosphate) (4g/L) and 40 g Sodium Perborate (1g/L) to the
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4.3.4 Weigh the specimen or garment and make up to a total of 1 Kg with makeweights.
Specimens should not exceed half the total load.
4.3.5 Place the load in the prepared machine and set to wash for 15 minutes.
4.3.6 At the end of 15 minutes, remove the specimen from the machine and rinse once in water
at 40C and once in cold water to ensure removal of detergent. Spin to extract the excess
water.
4.3.7 Dry as per care label
4.3.8 When dry assess the specimens against the original piece under D65 artificial daylight
using grey scales A02.
Note: The wash solution should be changed at regular intervals due to the degradation of the Sodium Perborate or if
discoloured by dye.
5.0 EXPRESSION OF RESULTS/CALCULATIONS

No special units used.
Ratings are as per ISO 105: A02.
6.0 Report using the following template.
Insure all components, including interlinings are assessed. Include photographs of failures in the test report.

Colour change/loss using grey scale
assessment (BS EN ISO 105 A02) 4 or better Less than 4
A If OBA is present, assess sample using
Fluorescent Suppressor and report If different print colours exhibit different degrees of shade
Suppressed grade also. change, quote individually
Cross staining i.e. colour transfer on to
B 4-5 Less than 4
component parts
C Report any loss of print adhesion Slight or No Change Moderate or Severe
D Report any cracking Slight or No Change Moderate or Severe
E Report any delamination Slight or No Change Moderate or Severe
F Report any loss of flocking Slight or No Change Moderate or Severe
G Other observed changes For record only, not pass/fail

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PM03 – Nap Stability
Additional information for Nap Stability
• Without adding any weight to the spindle, run the machine for 1,000 revolutions.
• Without removing the specimen from the holder, assess each specimen every 1,000
revolutions as follows:
a. No change in appearance – continue with the test for a further 1,000 revolutions.
b. Change in appearance without the base fabric visible – continue with the test for a
further 1,000 revolutions.
c. Threadbare appearance with the base fabric visible (complete loss of nap) - End the
test at this point and record the number of revolutions required to reach this stage.
• Continue the test, assessing the specimens at 1,000 intervals until the end point is reached
at 4,000 revolutions.

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PM04 – Dimensional and Bra Wire Casing Stability
1) PRINCIPLE
1.1 To determine the dimensional stability of under wired bras and corsets and the stability and
strength of the wire casings, by giving the bra or corset a garment cleanse. The bra or corset
under wire casing is then assessed for shrinkage and the bra or corset under wires are
assessed for distortion.
2) APPARATUS, REAGENTS and CONSUMABLES

2.1 Wascator washing machine
2.2 Polyester Make-weights
2.3 IEC Detergent
2.4 Sodium Perborate
2.5 TAED
2.6 Drying Racks
2.7 Domestic Tumble Dryer
3) SPECIMENS
2 bra sizes should be tested. A small cup and a large cup.
4) SPECIMEN PREPARATION
4.1 Prepare the samples for a Dimensional Stability test according to the Marking and Measuring
standard BS EN ISO: 3759.
4.2 Push the bra wire to one end of the casing and at the other end measure the gap between
the end of the wire and the end of the casing. Record this measurement on both cups of each
bra.
5 TEST PROCEDURE
5.1 Weigh the test specimens and make up to 2kg wash load using make-weights.
5.2 Select a Simulated hand wash as per BS EN ISO 6330:2012 on the Wascator washing machine.
Add 38.5g of IEC detergent, 10g of Sodium perborate and 1.5g of TAED in a pre-dissolved
liquor to the washing machine and run for one cycle.
5.3 Flat dry the specimen.
6 DIMENSIONAL CHANGE
6.1 After washing and drying, condition the sample and calculate from the original dimensions,
the differences in dimensional change as a percentage.
6.2 Assess the casing for any holes punched through by the bra wires
6.3 If the wires have not punched through, .then repeat the procedure as stated in 4.2.
6.4 Assess the bra wires for any distortion.
7 REPORT
7.1 Report the results for each bra size separately.
7.2 Report any dimensional changes that have occurred.
7.3 Report if the bra wire has punched through. If it has, it will not be necessary to report the
distance from the end of the bra wire casing.
7.4 Report the distance in mm from the end of the bra wire to the end of the casing for each bra
cup before and after washing
7.5 Report if the bra wires have become distorted.
7.6 Report any other changes that have occurred

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PM05 – Fibre Shedding / Pile loss
1. Purpose:
The purpose is to determine the level of pile that is removed from the surface of a pile fabric whereby loose
fibre is removed using pressure sensitive tape and a constant rate of extension (CRE) machine. Only applicable
to fabric with pile or raised surface longer than 3mm.
2. Application:
This method to textile material.
3. Required equipment and accessories:
3.1 Equipment:
- CRE machine with gauge length 50mm±1mm and rate of extension 500±10mm/min.
- Clamping device full face jaws (25 mm × 40 mm minimum)
-Pressure Sensitive Tape Ref 3M.853 (25mm wide)
-1kg cylindrical weight (30mm to 50mm wide to ensuring contact is consistant over the whole test area).
-Calibrated Steel Ruler.
-Card template measuring 210mm x 150mm with a rectangular hole cut in the centre measuring 100mm x
50mm.
-Card strips measuring 50mm x 80mm with a pen line marked 10mm in from the shorter edge. -Overlocker
4.3 Preparation of Samples
4.3.1 One specimen with the dimensions of a minimum of 100mm x 120mm, note that the longer length must
be in the direction parralel to the lay of the pile, then overlock all sides of the sample to prevent loose
pile loss.
5. Procedure
5.1 Condition the specimens for a minimum of four hours at 65% ± 2% relative humidity and at a
temperature of 20°C ± 2°C..
5.2 Choose the relevant test method within the CRE machine’s software with the pamameters stated
in 3.1 above.
5.3 Lay card template on the sample
5.4 Cut a 100mm strip of pressure sensitive tape and apply to the 10mm line on the card strip, apply
the remaining tape to the pile surface through the hole in the template centrally along the
specimen.
5.5 Press lightly into position and roll the 1kg cylindrical weight smoothly once up and down over the
test area. Do not press down excessively when rolling the cylinder. (See Figure 1).

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(Figure 1)
5.6 Remove the template then clamp the bottom of the fabric into the lower jaws of the tensile testing
machine and clamp 60mm of the cardboard lip into the top jaws.
5.7 Set the tensile testing machine in motion at a speed of 500mm/min. The tape will begin to be removed
from the fabric; continue until the tape is completely removed.
5.8 The test must then be manually stopped - *Take care when tape has been fully peeled away from the
specimen as you will have to manually stop the test and catch the card strip before it falls ot the floor and
potentially picks up dirt/fibres*
*Note that the card strip faces downwards but needs to be pulled back on itself.. (See Figure 2)*

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(Figure 2)
5.9 Mount the tape onto white or black card according to the colour of the pile and assess the amount of fibre
stuck to the tape. (For dark coloured fabrics, use white card and vice-versa). (See Figure 3).
(Figure 3)
5.10 Repeat steps 5.4 – 5.9 a further 2 time on the same test area of the sample so you have 3 samples in
total.
6. Evaluation
6.1 Visually grade using the below:

The level of fibre shedding grades Visual reference guide for Slight, Moderate and Severe
None - Grade 5
Slight - Grade 4
Moderate - Grade 3
Significant - Grade 2
Severe – Grade 1
Pass level is Grade 4 and above
7. Report
7.1 The test report should contain the following information:- Test Name:
Fibre shedding
- Sample Description
- Grade for all 3 samples: e.g. “Moderate Shedding”

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PM06 – Chenille Pile Loss
1.0 Purpose
To assess the loss of pile and appearance of the fabric.
2.0 Apparatus
2.1 Martindale abrasion machine ( as specified in BS EN ISO 12947-1)

2.2 Neoprene rubber
2.3 Ponep P42528 from Messmer
2.4 Stiff brush
3.0 Conditioning and Testing Atmosphere

After bone drying, specimens shall be tested after conditioning in the standard atmosphere for
testing, i.e. a relative humidity of 65 ± 2% and a temperature of 20 ± 2°C for 16 hours.
4.0 Test Specimens

4.1 Samples are tested in original and washed conditions
4.2 Cut 3 specimens for each condition. The diameter of the test specimens shall be 150mm
(preferably using cutting dies)
4.3 Overlock the edges of each specimen.
4.4 Dry the specimens in an oven at 105C for 4 hours, condition in a relative humidity atmosphere
of 65 ± 4% and a temperature of 20 ± 2°C for 16 hours.
4.5 Weigh the conditioned specimens (to 1g accuracy) and record the weight
5.0 Procedure
5.1 Mount the specimens on to the base of the Martindale test beds, over standard felt.
5.2 In the abrasion head, mount a piece of the rubber 38mm in diameter. Do not insert any foam
behind the rubber. Place the abrasion heads over the test beds with the spindles.
5.3 Set the machine for 100 cycles
5.4 Examine the specimens for any pile loss or balding after removing any residual fluff with a soft
brush. Record any visual effects observed.
5.5 Continue rubbing the specimens, examining at 100 cycle intervals until a total of 1000 cycles
has been completed, recording any observations.
5.6 Bone dry the tested specimens at 105+/-3ºC for a minimum of 4 hours
5.7 After bone drying, the specimens shall be conditioned in a relative humidity atmosphere of 65
± 4% and a temperature of 20 ± 2°C for 16 hours.
5.8 Weigh the conditioned specimens (to 1g accuracy) and record the weight
6.0 Grading Appearance and Recording

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6.1 Determine the weight and percentage of pile loss using the weights recorded in 4.5 and 5.8
6.2 Determine the mass per unit area of the original fabric (this is useful in evaluating the pile loss
comparatively)
6.3 In addition to the observations made during the test, view the samples
• Over an illuminated table (transmitted light) to assess degree of balding
• Using a pilling assessment unit (reflected light) to assess surface change
Using the descriptions:
None – Grade 5
Slight Loss – Grade 4
Moderate Loss – Grade 3
Significant Loss – Grade 2
Complete/Sever Loss – Grade 1
6.4 Mount the specimens between two pieces of card in such a way that they can be placed over
an illuminated Surface for viewing pile loss
7.0 Report
7.1 The pile loss in percentage & Weight (information to help validate above visual assessment)
7.2 Mass per unit area
7.3 The visual assessment for both transmitted and reflected light after 1000 cycles
7.4 Any significant observations made at 100 cycles examination intervals
Comment if pile loss is in localized areas or any other observations such are pile coming off in hands/clothes
with general handling of product:

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PM07 – Back pocket application strength
1.0 Purpose
Determine the load at which damage is caused to the back pocket area of denim jeans for assessment
against specification.
2.0 Apparatus
▪ Constant-rate-of-extension tensile testing machine (CRE)
▪ Clamps/Jaws, suitable for the CRE equipment, for securing the test specimen.
▪ Dimensions: Front clamps/jaws 25x25mm, Back clamps/jaws 25x25mm (25x50mm
maximum).
▪ A means of conditioning the specimens prior to test.BS EN ISO 139:2005 Textiles –
Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing:
▪ Standard atmosphere: 20.0°C 65%RH
▪ Template for specimen preparation: 50mm height x 120mm width with a central
hole for location.
3.0 TEST SAMPLES

▪ Prepare the quantity of specimens available / required using the template described
above with the central hole located over the top corner of the pocket and the long
direction parallel with the weft threads of the main jean fabric.
▪ Mark a horizontal line 12.5mm from the pocket corner to enable consistent sample
test placement.
4.0 TEST PROCEDURE
a) Condition the specimens for a minimum of 4 hours
b) Set the CRE on a programme to determine force & elongation. (BS 13934-1 is suitable)
Programme settings:
Gauge Length: 40mm
X Head Speed: 100mm/min (pre-set by the programme)
Load: 150N
c) Mount the test specimen with the side edge of the top and bottom front (25 x
25mm) jaws on the marked location line, corner of pocked will be central to the test
area. One jaw will secure two layers of fabric, the main jean fabric and pocket; the
second jaw will secure main jean fabric only. Run CRE programme
5.0 Report
The load applied to cause damage, fabric breakdown / tear, to the test area.
Type of damage i.e. Breakdown at pocket application, jaw or ‘other’ location.

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Fig 1
Sample preparation options: Location

line
Pocket edge:
Fig 2
WARP
Specimen Mounting.
W
E
F
T
Load application

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PM08 – Belt loop application strength
1.0 Purpose
Determine the load at which damage is caused to the belt loops of denim jeans for assessment
against specification. The back loops are primarily subjected to stress during normal wear.
2.0 Apparatus
▪ Constant-rate-of-extension tensile testing machine (CRE)
▪ Clamps/Jaws, suitable for the CRE equipment, for securing the test specimen.
o Dimensions: Front clamps/jaws 25x25mm, Back clamps/jaws 25x25mm
(25x50mm maximum).
▪ A means of conditioning the specimens prior to test.BS EN ISO 139:2005 Textiles –
Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing.
o Standard atmosphere: 20.0°C 65%RH
3.0 TEST SAMPLES
Select and prepare the quantity of specimens available / required.

Cut the belt loop close to the application point either at the top or bottom whichever is to be tested
i.e. the strength of application to the waistband or to the main body of the jean.
4.0 TEST PROCEDURE
a. Condition the specimens for a minimum of 4 hours.

b. Set the CRE on a programme to determine force & elongation. (BS 13934-1 is suitable)
i. Programme settings:
Gauge Length: 40mm (variable due to belt loop length)
X Head Speed: 100mm/min (pre-set by the programme)
Load: 150N
c. Mount the test specimen with the cut end of the belt loop in the top jaw and a point
just below the attached belt loop in the bottom jaw. Run CRE programme
5.0 Report
The load applied to cause belt loop detachment failure, fabric breakdown / tear.
Type of damage i.e. Breakdown at belt loop attachment, surrounding fabric, or jaw.

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Fig 1
Sample preparation options: Waist
Band
Common belt loop positions
Fig 2
Specimen Mounting.
Testing bottom application
Load application
Fig 3
Specimen Mounting.
Testing waistband application
Load application

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PM22 – Heat Conductivity on metal trims
Safety
Care should be taken and good laboratory practice adhered to at all times.
1.0 Definition
To record the temperature on trims used on swim wear. The test procedure may also be applied to
other solid materials.
2.0 Equipment
▪ Infrared heat lamp

▪ Alcohol-in-glass thermometer
▪ Recording thermometer with thermocouples
▪ Infrared hand-held thermometer
▪ Air block (or other building material block to simulate natural rock surface)
▪ Blue or white tack
▪ Timer
▪ Marker pen
▪ Draught free area
3.0 Test Procedure
3.1 Place the air block from draughts, opening doors and windows etc.
3.2 Place stick thermometer held in retort stand, approximately 10mm away from block..
3.3 Fix test piece to air block by either balancing directly onto it or by using a tiny amount of tack
to ensure it stays in place.
3.4 Mark on the test piece the point that the temperature will be taken
3.5 Switch on the lamp, and heat until the glass thermometer reaches the desired temperature.
The normal specified temperature is 40°C & 65°C, but other temperatures may be specified
as required by the client.
3.6 When the desired temperature is reached, apply the test sample to the block and start the
timer. A time of 30 minutes is normally specified but other times may be used as specified
by the client
3.7 Fix test piece securely to the breeze block as determined in 3.3 above.
3.8 After the specified time, shield the sample from the infrared heat lamp and record the
temperature of the sample the block and the thermometer.
3.9 Continue to heat the sample, recording the temperature every 30 minutes up to a total of 2
hours, or the maximum duration specified by the client.
Interpretation of results
The results are for information only. There is no PASS or FAIL criteria for this test.

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4.0 Results
The following results were recorded:
IR Heat source at 40°C
Time (mins)
Thermo Block
30
60
90
120
IR Heat source at 65°C

Time (mins)
Thermo Block
30
60
90
120
Using this arrangement the XXXXXX were exposed for a total duration of XXXX hours and XXXX minutes, with
measurements taken periodically using a contact thermocouple.
END OF REPORT

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PM23 – Residual Elongation
1. Use constant rate extension tester Instron, Zuick or Hounsfield
2. Cycle speed 500mm/min
3. Load 1.5kg (unless otherwise stated)
4. Sample size cut 150mm by 50mm
5. Set Jaws to give test area 100 mm x 50 mm
6. If the lace or elastic is less than 50mm wide then use actual finished width
7. Modulus figure to be taken at 40% stretch
8. Stretch to be taken at 1.5kg load
9. Results quoted as average of three cycles
Elastics
End Use Width Extension (%) Modulus (gm)

Underarm and <8mm 125-175 100-190
Underband on bras 8.1-10mm 125-175 150-250
(tested at 2.5kg) 10.1-12mm 125-175 180-290
12.1-14mm 125-175 230-380
14.1-16mm 125-175 250-430
16.1-18mm 125-175 300-540
& >18mm
Shoulder straps on bras <8mm 60-80 400-800
(tested at 3.6kg) 8.1-10mm 60-80 450-1000
10.1-13mm 60-80 600-1200
13.1-16mm 60-80 750-1400
16.1-19mm 60-80 900-1600
19.1-23mm 60-80 1600-3200
23.1-26mm 60-80 1800-3400
& >26
Briefs – narrow elastic Widths <30mm 120-180 100-150
(tested at 1.5kg)
Other wide elastic >30mm 105-135 550-750
(tested at 2.5kg)

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Lace
End Use Extension (%) Modulus (gm)

Briefs Warp stretch lace used 120-180 100-180
(tested at 1.5kg) on waist
Warp stretch lace used 120-180 100-180
on leg opening
Complete lace garment 120-180 Minimum 180
Bra Wings If the control level is created through the use of multiple fabrics and layers then
(tested at 3.6kg) the fabrics must be tested as they are used in the garment
Light Control Weft Strength 100 200-300
Warp Strength 100 200-300
Firm Control Weft Strength 50 550-750
i.e. sports bra Warp Strength 100 550-750
Control Fabrics If the control level is created through the use of multiple fabrics and layers then
(tested at 3.6kg) the fabrics must be tested as they are used in the garment
Shapewear Light Control 95 150-250
Medium Control 95 250-500
Firm Control 95 500-750

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PM26 Puncture Resistance of Bra Wire Casing
1. Scope
1.1 This In-House Test Method describes the method of test in order to determine the
puncture strength of bra wire casing fabric when supplied in its finished tubular form.
2. Principle
2.1 Test specimens are prepared and tested as specified within this test method in order to
achieve a performance assessment of the product/fabric as described within the scope.
3. Equipment
3.1 A constant rate of traverse tensile testing instrument that meets the following
requirements
3.2 Load cell with appropriate load cell capacity that would fall within 10 – 90% of the
applied force
3.3 100mm per minute constant rate of traverse.
3.4 Pneumatically operated sample jaw with a pair of rubber jaw faces that give an area of
contact when closed together of 75mm x 25mm.
3.5 Bra wire jaw assembly designed to hold a prong in such a way that (3.7) can be met.
3.6 Standard prong (See Annex A)
3.7 Initial separation between the pneumatic jaw faces and tip of the prong of 100mm.
3.8 Metal ruler with mm graduations
3.9 Scissors
4. Conditioning
4.1 The sample is conditioned in the standard condition of temperature of 20±2°C and the
relative humidity 65±4% for a minimum of 4 hours
5. Health & Safety

5.1 As recommended by your H&S officer
6. Preparation of test specimens/ materials

6.1 Five specimens of bra casing fabric, 300mm long.
6.2 If in tubular form, slit the reverse of the casing (One layer) down the centre to the
midway point ensuring the face is not damaged.
6.3 Cut away approximately 30mm of reverse casing at this point. See Annex B for
specimen diagram.
1. NB: Face is referring to the side of the specimen in contact with the skin.

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2. WET TEST (if specified) soak the fabric specimens in a relaxed (open) state for 15 minutes in
distilled water at 20°C. Blot off excess moisture with a paper towel and test whilst wet.
Conditioning is not required if testing wet.
7. Test Procedure
7.1 Ensure that the testing equipment is set up exactly as described under ‘Apparatus’
above and calibrated according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
7.2 Position the specimen so that the area on the reverse side, which has been cut away, is
over the end of the prong and the prong is in contact with the back side of the face .
7.3 Secure the two ends of the specimen in the pneumatic jaw reverse sides together. The
specimen should be positioned centrally and vertically ensuring that no tension is
applied.
7.4 Set the machine in motion and measure the load required to penetrate through the
face area of the specimen. (See Annex C)
7.5 Repeat this procedure for the remaining four specimens.
7.6 If a specimen slips through the jaws, it should be discarded, and a fresh specimen
tested. This usually occurs because the specimen has been mounted incorrectly, or the
jaws were incorrectly tightened.
8. Reporting of Results
8.1 Report the range of results.
8.2 Report the average result to the nearest 0.5kg.
9. Requirements/Guidelines
9.1 Minimum 26 Kg

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Annex A
1. Standard Prong specification.
Diameter at point: 2.6mm

Protruding Length: 15mm
The radium of the tip and the adjacent diameter is polished to 0.1mm Ra (micrometers Roughness
average.
Annex B
Diagram of specimen after preparation

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Annex C
Specimen mounted in jaws after test has been performed. The prong has penetrated through the face of
the bra wire casing.

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Table of Change
Version Details of Change Date of Change Authorised by
Wash instruction for Garment Appearance after Multiple Wash
PM01 test changed from Wash as per Care Label to;- For washable
products;-
1 For products with care labels set at 30°C or 40°C test at 4N @ 40°C 25th Feb 2015 Janette Cox
Dry per Care Label. For products with care labels set at 50°C test at
5Nh @ 50°C Dry per Care Label. For products with care labels set at
60°C test at 6Nh @ 60°C Dry per Care Label
Adult Lingerie Table - In Phthalates section, reference to bra gel
2 29th Jun 2015 Nicola Twist
inserts added and TRA required for any lingerie tape
PM01 - Garment Appearance after Multiple Wash - Now includes
2 measurements after 1st wash and name changed to Product 29th Jun 2015 Nicola Twist
Appearance Assessment after Multiple Wash
2 Extension and Modulus test removed from the manual 29th Jun 2015 Nicola Twist
Residual Extension requirements and loads changed for Swimwear
3 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
and Lingerie
3 Tear strength requirements now include cellulosic blends 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
Following US tests added to Performance wear Promotional Claims
table
Water Vapor Transmission of Materials Vertical wicking of textiles
Absorbency of textiles
Anti Bacterial Claims - Antibacterial Activity Assessment of Textile
Materials: Parallel Streak Method
3 Feather and Down tests added to Outerwear Specs 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Mass per Unit Area removed from True Knitwear tables 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
Additional information added on how to perform Security of
Attachment
Seam Slippage requirements reduced by 20N each and comments
added for contrast warp & weft threads
3 Denim – physical testing to be performed on washed panel 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Tear Strength requirement reduced by 100cN each 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Information added on how to report Pilling 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Residual Extension – now test in direction of elastane only 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Children’s spec now combined 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 Cycles added for Crumple Flex Method 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
Spirality – Method C added and comments added about following
Wash Procedure
Salt Water Corrosion test – requirements changed to No Corrosion
after 24 hours
3 PM01 - for Bra’s now to be tested a 4H 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
3 PM04 – now to be tested at 4H 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
New tables added;-
3 Leather & Suede Products 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
Baby Bibs, Blankets, Hats, Mittens & Muslin Cloths
3 PM02 – method of drying changed and assessment table changed 5th Oct 2015 Mark Pennington
Residual Elongation requirements for knitted fabrics changed to
10%
PTA14 & PTA15 - Additional testing comments added to 16 CFR
3 5th Oct 2015 Heather Ball
1610
Amendments made to Torque and Tension and Small Parts
3 5th Oct 2015 Heather Ball
Restrictions tests
4 PTC22 & PTC23 – Taber abrasion requirements added 18th Feb 2016 Heather Ball
PTC18 – new instruction added for Residual Elongation - >11%
4 18th Feb 2016 Heather Ball
elastane 25N load
Requirements for Short Chain Chlorinated Paraffin (SCCP) Content
now changed to Not Detected to match the RSL manual

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4 Information added into Introduction on Composite Testing 18th Feb 2016 Heather Ball
Test name changed for Sun Protection test and method number
changed to EN13758-2 – originally a typo
4 New IHTM added for Heat Conductivity 18th Feb 2016 Heather Ball
PM02 - Print Durability – requirement in method changed to
mirror that of requirements in test packages
Additional comments added for testing bra cups for phenolic
4 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
yellowing
Phthalate test removed from all adult test packages and
requirements amended to mirror RSL manual
4 Fastness to Saliva requirement changed to 4 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
4 PTC09 & PTC12 - Dry Cleaning requirements added to 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
4 Formaldehyde requirements updated to mirror RSM 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
4 Print Durability requirements amended 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
PTC20 – Appearance assessment requirement removed from
Dimensional Stability test
4 Spray Rating method updated 3rd Mar 2016 Heather Ball
4 PTC41 – Adult ties – new table added to manual 3rd Mar 2016 Hannah Williamson
Phthalates for REACH Annex XVII requirement amended to include
0.1% by mass
PTC30 EN71-2 BRC method replaced with EN71-2
5 5th May 2016 Hannah Williamson
PTC18 >11% elasatane 25N load added
5 PTC20 – Remove dimensional stability to washing from hosiery 14th June 2016 Ashley Morgan
PTC28 – SCCP updated in line with new regulations Ashley Morgan
5 14th June 2016
5 EU Security of Attachment on children’s clothing 5th July 2016 Ashley Morgan
5 US Security of Attachment on children’s clothing 5th July 2016 Ashley Morgan
5 Added Moisture Regain comment to all fibre composition 28th July 2016 Ashley Morgan
5 CE marking comment added to the manual introduction page 23rd September Hannah Williamson
5 Added Grade 3 for Neon/Fluorescent shades 4th October 2016 Ashley Morgan
PTC 13 & PTC 14 – Updated Heat Conductivity test from ‘When
Ashley Morgan
6 requested by technologist’ too ‘Only applicable to swimwear items 20th December 2016
with metal components in contact with skin’
PTC01,02,05,06,09 and 010 include brush backed sweats in CFR Ashley Morgan/Asif
6 7th March 2017
1610 Shah
PTC09 & PTC010 - add thermal requirement Ashley Morgan/Asif
6 7th March 2017
Shah
PTC027 - Peel strength Touch and close fasteners Ashley Morgan/Asif
6 8th March 2017
Shah
PM01 - Update to IEC(A) and include TAED Ashley Morgan/Asif
6 8th March 2017
Shah
PTC028 - Chromium VI Test method updated to include ageing Ashley Morgan/Asif
6 8th March 2017
Shah
6 PM23 – Method added to manual and PTC18 and PTC20 8th March 2017 Ashley Morgan
PTC 17 – Clarification on tight fit and lettuce edge garments Ashley Morgan/Asif
7 27 March 2017
following CPSC information/interpretation. Shah
7 Added PVC Migration 04th April 2017 Ashley Morgan
7 Remove PVC Migration 10th July 2017 Ashley Morgan
8 PM05 - References to picture grading removed 31st Jul 2017 Carly Macey
All Packages – Mass per unit area negative tolerance removed.
8 3rd Aug 2017 Eimear Hawker
Low weight fabrics not accepted.
9 Changed headings to US/EU Compliance and Mandatory 31st August 2017 Mark Pennington.
Added Fiber composition and formaldehyde to PT10 (accidentally
9 20th September 2017 Mark Pennington.
removed in last update)
Moved Adults security of attachment from EU Compliance to
9 20th September 2017 Mark Pennington.
Mandatory
10 EN71-2 BRC flammability added for costumes 19Oct2017 Mark Pennington.

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BS 7907 changed to CEN/TR 16792 for security of attachment in all
10 19Oct2017 Carly Macey
relevant packages
10 PTC03 and PTC04 footnote added for wash panels .PM01 added 6th Nov 2017 Carly Macey
10 Residual elongation widths clarified. 6th Nov 2017 Carly Macey
PM05 typos rectified/reporting clarified with reference picture
10 6th Nov 2017 Carly Macey
added.
Wording added to children’s test packages about final product
10 6th Nov 2017 Carly Macey
testing
10 PM02 Print durability section added for other observations 6th Nov 2017 Carly Macey
10 Colourway test package added to Introduction 6th Nov2017 Carly Macey
PTC18 wording clarified to remove ‘children’s products only’ for
10 7th Feb 2017 Nirosha Witana
water wash.
Detox commitment the APEO/AP, PFCs and extra Phthalates Carly Macey/Charlotte
11 9th Feb 2018
added throughout the test packages. Pumford
PTC29 Stability to wash shrinkage amended to 10-12% Emily Brocklebank /
11 9th May 2018
Helen Colebourn
PTC29 Stability requirements aligned with PM01 Emily Brocklebank /
11 22nd June 2018
Helen Colebourn
PTC29 Muslin Cloths moved to Nursery Manual Hannah Williamson/
12 18th Sept 2018
Helen Colebourn
PCT03/PCT04 Residual Elongation and Extension updated Jasmine Lauer/ Helen
12 9th Oct 2018
Colebourn
All tables Mass per unit area amended to -5%/+5% tolerance Jasmine Lauer/ Helen
12 9th Oct 2018
Colebourn
PCT29 Security of attachment – labels added Rachel Lindsay/Helen
12 29/10/18
Colebourn
APs and APEOS all tables: amend to Hannah Williamson/
12 Applicable to all fabric types. Test only main material/base fabric. 2/11/18 Katie Savage /Helen
Trims do not need to be tested. Colebourn
PTC03 and PTC06 Colourfastness to chlorine bleach added Service Provider
12 2/11/18
Partnership Notes
PTC07 Wet Rub requirement reduced to grade 3 to be in line with Service Provider
12 2/11/18
other packages Partnership Notes
APs and APEOS removed from composite testing at beginning of Service Provider
12 2/11/18
manual Partnership Notes
12 PTC07/PTC08 removed clause test leggings only 15/11/18 Helen Colebourn
Spirality updated to be ISO 16322-2 for fabrics and ISO 16322-3 for Helen Colebourn
12 garments 14/1/19 following meeting
notes 9/1/19
Residual Elongation Method updated PTC03 & PTC04 Eimear Hawker/Hannah
12 15/2/19
Williamson
Antimicrobial testing when claimed added to socks Notes from meeting
12 15/2/19
held 12/2/19
Zip standard updated to BS EN 16732 throughout Notes from meeting
12 15/2/19
held 12/2/19
13 Chemical requirements removed and added to Chemical Manual 17/6/19 Hannah Williamson
13 New Instruction and Golden Rules Added 17/6/19 Hannah Williamson
PM23 Strap strength aligned to be 3.5kg and missing wide elastic
13 requirement added to testing table
8/11/19 Alison Chance
14 PTC18 Tear Strength comments updated to match all other tables 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 PTC05 Added Stability to Dry Cleaning 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
PM05 added to Leisurewear, nightwear and socks tables. Only applicable
14 for brushed back or pile fabrics under 10mm
15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 Colourfastness to Light, delete N/A white and cream for nightwear 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 Colourfastness to Dye Transfer in Storage added to bra packages 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
PTC16&17 Nightwear to include C/F to perspiration, extended US method
14 for C/F to water, C/F to vinyl rubbing and C/F to hot pressing. Wet rub to 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
be minimum 3-4.

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14 PTC05/PTC06 /PTC15 BS 20811 changed to EN ISO 811 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 All childrenswear tables ASTM F 1816 updated to 2018 version 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 Standardise Comments/Requirements of Residual Elongation 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 Weights for Lightweight Medium weight and heavy weight fabrics updated 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 PTC18 Added requirements for non-functional lace 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 PM23 Added shapewear tables 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
14 Torque and Tension aligned with Toy Manual 15/6/20 SP Meeting 10/6
PTC32 and PTC33 Barrier masks added Hannah Williamson/
14 24/6/20
Helen Colebourn
PTC01 Martindale Abrasion Shade change amended to 3/4 for printed
14 fabrics. Comments updated for printed fabric requirements
02/09/20 Georgina Knox
PTC03/04 Martindale abrasion Shade change removed for 5000 revs and
14 02/09/20 Georgina Knox
removal of wording to white and cream fabrics
PTC32 and PTC33 Barrier masks BFE, PFE and Differential Pressure to be
14 5/11/20 Emily Brocklehurst
tested after 5 washes
PLEASE NOTE: Hong Kong’s U.S. Exports to be Labelled “Made in
15 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
China”. Added to Introduction
PTC 16&17 CF to Hot Pressing add to requirements ‘Dry - Grade 4 Fabric
and Cotton Lawn’. Amend Comments to read ‘Not applicable to
15 White/Cream Fabrics. Applicable on all fabric bright/dark colourways.
2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
Applicable on all printed fabrics
PTC 16&17 CF to PVC Migration amend comments box to read ‘Applicable
15 on all fabric bright/dark colourways. Applicable on all printed fabrics. 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
15 All Kidswear Packages- Updated methods for security of attachment 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
CF to Light – removed N/A White and cream from all packages
15 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
PTC20 - CF to PVC Migration – amend Comments to read ‘Not applicable to
White/Cream fabrics. Applicable to all tight 200 denier and above.
15 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
Applicable on all coated fabrics
PTC20 - Add CF to Hot Pressing requirements as PTC16 & 17. Comments to

15 read ‘Not applicable to White/Cream fabrics. Applicable to all tight 200 2/2/21 SP Meeting 20/1/21
denier and above.
15 All childrens products Security of attachment to be on all ages 13/4/21 Helen Colebourn BV
16 pH and Formaldehyde testing removed as covered in Chemicals Manual 20/4/21 SP Meeting 15/4/21
17 Spirality Standardized at 5% 8/6/21 Georgie Knox 6/6/21
17 PTC09/PTC10 Pilling statement amended 8/6/21 Georgie Knox 6/6/21
17 PTC09/PTC10 Amend wording for fibre shed 8/6/21 Georgie Knox 6/6/21
17 Luxury Animal Fibre requirement added to all applicable packages 22/6/21 Georgie Knox

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APPAREL TESTING MANUAL

Compiled in partnership with Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Ltd

PTC03 – ADULTS DENIM WEAR .........................................................................................................................................................11

PTC04 – CHILDREN’S DENIM WEAR .................................................................................................................................................13

PTC05 – ADULTS OUTERWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED..............................................................................................................15

PTC06 – CHILDREN’S OUTERWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED......................................................................................................17

PTC07 – ADULTS JERSEYWEAR E.G. T-SHIRTS & POLO SHIRTS ............................................................................................21

PTC08 – CHILDREN’S JERSEYWEAR E.G. T-SHIRTS & POLO SHIRTS ....................................................................................23

PTC11 – ADULTS KNITWEAR E.G. CARDIGANS, JUMPERS .......................................................................................................29

PTC12 – CHILDREN’S KNITWEAR E.G. CARDIGANS, JUMPERS ...............................................................................................30

PTC13 – ADULTS SWIMWEAR & BEACHWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ................................................................................32

PTC14 – CHILDREN’S SWIMWEAR & BEACHWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ........................................................................34

PTC15 – ADULTS PERFORMANCE WEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ............................................................................................37

PTC15A – CHILDRENS PERFORMANCE WEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ..................................................................................39

PTC16 – ADULTS NIGHTWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED...............................................................................................................42

PTC17 – CHILDREN’S NIGHTWEAR – WOVEN & KNITTED ......................................................................................................44

PTC18 – ADULTS UNDERWEAR & LINGERIE.................................................................................................................................47

PTC19 – CHILDREN’S UNDERWEAR .................................................................................................................................................50

PTC20 – ADULTS SOCKS & HOSIERY ................................................................................................................................................53

PTC21 – CHILDREN’S SOCKS & HOSIERY ................................................................................................................................ 55

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PTC26 – ADULTS TRIMS, FASTENING & ZIPPER..........................................................................................................................64

PTC27 – CHILDREN’S TRIMS, FASTENING & ZIPPER..................................................................................................................65

PTC28 – LEATHER & SUEDE PRODUCTS ........................................................................................................................................67

PTC29 – BABY BIBS, BLANKETS, HATS AND MITTENS .............................................................................................................68

PTC30 – DISGUISE COSTUMES & DRESS UP...................................................................................................................................70

PTC31 – ADULT TIES .............................................................................................................................................................................72

PTC32 – ADULT BARRIER MASKS .....................................................................................................................................................73

PTC33 – CHILDRENS BARRIER MASKS............................................................................................................................................75

PM01 – PRODUCT APPEARANCE AFTER MULTIPLE WASH ....................................................................................................80

PM02 - PRINT / MOTIF / FLOCK DURABILITY .............................................................................................................................82

PM03 – NAP STABILITY ........................................................................................................................................................................84

PM04 – DIMENSIONAL AND BRA WIRE CASING STABILITY ....................................................................................................85

PM05 – FIBRE SHEDDING / PILE LOSS ............................................................................................................................................86

PM06 – CHENILLE PILE LOSS ..............................................................................................................................................................89

PM07 – BACK POCKET APPLICATION STRENGTH ......................................................................................................................91

PM08 – BELT LOOP APPLICATION STRENGTH ............................................................................................................................93

PM22 – HEAT CONDUCTIVITY ON METAL TRIMS ............................................................................................................... 95

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5. Health & Safety .................................................................................................................................... 99

6. Preparation of test specimens/ materials ............................................................................................. 99

7. Test Procedure ................................................................................................................................... 100

8. Reporting of Results ........................................................................................................................... 100

TABLE OF CHANGE .............................................................................................................................................................................. 104

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Primark’s 10 Golden Rules

PLEASE NOTE: Hong Kong’s U.S. Exports to be Labelled “Made in China”.

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Mass per Unit Area BS EN 12127 -5%/+5%

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Accelerotor AATCC 93 Weight Loss 15% Pile fabrics only

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PD CEN/TS 17394‑4 Security of

Safety of children’s clothing. EN 14682 Must Comply

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Physical testing to be performed on washed panels*see Lightweight Medium Heavyweigh

Residual Extension BS EN 14704 -1 No Max Required Extension Record extensions on report

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PTC05 – Adults Outerwear – Woven & Knitted