TEXTILE TESTING

AND QUALITY
CONTROL
End-Term Jury

Submitted to
Mr. Shakeel Iqbal

Submitted by
Tripti Keshan
MFM/19/101
Importance of fabric care
label and care instructions
and detailed elaboration on
European fabric care
labeling system
CARE LABELS
Care labels provide guidelines to consumers about
apparel care, and the best cleaning procedures to
be used for a particular combination of fabric,
thread decoration and construction techniques.
Following the instructions on the care labels is an
assurance that the appearance and fit of the
garment will be maintained after repeated cleaning
treatments.
Importance of fabric care label

Labels in clothes and other textile articles play a huge role in the buying
decision of a consumer.
The after use and maintenance is vital to push their decision forward or
backward to buy.
The care labeling functions as a guideline to washing and caring
For some, the convenience of dry cleaning might be a reason to pick up a
certain garment, while some might prefer machine wash more economic
It also serves as guidelines to consumers for increasing the life of a
product and can prevent them from causing damage of a garment.
It hels in maintaining thecondition and serviceability of the
garments and other products.
The creation of a garment or a textile article adds to the intricacy
of caring procedures.It is not possible to add all details to
strengthen the life of a product; hence it is only fair on the part of
the suppliers to help customers with care labeling to guide them.
The care label, or garment tag, includes information about the
material of the product, making it essential for consumer
decisions.

Don’t Get Conned

Synthetic materials are often passed off as the real thing – a care label will
tell you whether those “leather” boots are genuine or merely man-made
material. They can also help you determine whether you are paying a fair
price for something.

Be Informed
Certain fabrics like polyester may set off allergies, while others, such as
cotton, are considered hypoallergenic and are much less likely to set off a
reaction.
Find the Perfect Fit
The material also determines whether a garment is
appropriate for a particular situation. A wool sweater provides
warmth, whereas a cotton sweater is breathable and less
suitable for cold weather. Fabrics like lycra are stretchy and
cling to the body, whereas others like satin are inflexible and
provide a structured look.

Longer Life
Knowing the material of a fabric enables proper washing care, allowing the
article to maintain its structure and out-of-the-box look for a considerable
length of time.
Washing instructions are an equally important part of a care label.

Keep It Nice
Fabrics sometimes react adversely to heat. To avoid shrinking your favorite
sweater, burning your silk shirt, or stretching out your wool pants, look to the care
label. It will tell you the proper temperature of water, air, and iron to apply to your
garment.
Avoid Expense
Reading the care instructions before purchasing a garment can help you avoid
items that are expensive to maintain. A label that reads “Dry Clean Only” means
just that, and it can cost a considerable amount to keep it clean.
Do Less Work
Care labels also include important time-saving information. Non-iron shirts
and machine washable garments require less time and effort.
Lastly, and most importantly, a clothing tag will tell
you about the manufacturing process of the
garment, allowing the consumer to easily support
local and eco-friendly products.
EUROPEAN CARE LABELING SYSTEM

A correct care label for European countries is

required to consist of atleast four and
sometimes five symbols in the following
sequence:
1) Washing
2) Bleaching
3) Ironing
4) Dry-Cleaning
5) Drying
 WASHING SYMBOLS
Maximum temperature 95°C
Maximum temperature 40°C
Mechanical action normal
Mechanical action normal
Rinsing normal
Rinsing normal
Spinning normal
Spinning normal

Maximum temperature 40°C

Maximum temperature 95°C
Mechanical action reduced
Mechanical action reduced
Rinsing at gradually decreasing
Rinsing at gradually decreasing
temperature
temperature
Spinning reduced
Spinning reduced
Maximum temperature 40°C Maximum temperature 60°C

Mechanical action much reduced Mechanical action reduced

Rinsing normal Rinsing at gradually decreasing

Spinning normal temperature

Do not wring by hand Spinning reduced

Maximum temperature 70°C Maximum temperature 30°C

Mechanical action normal Mechanical action much reduced

Rinsing normal Rinsing normal

Spinning normal Spinning reduced

Maximum temperature 60°C Maximum temperature 50°C

Mechanical action normal Mechanical action reduced

Rinsing normal Rinsing at gradually decreasing

Spinning normal temperature

Spinning reduced
Hand wash only

Do not machine wash Machine wash

Maximum temperature 40°C Warm water

Handle with care

Do not wash
Machine wash
Be cautious when treating in
Hot water
wet stage

Machine wash

Cold water
BLEACHING SYMBOLS

Do not use chlorine-based bleach

Chlorine-based bleaching allowed.

Only cold and dilute solution.

IRONING SYMBOLS
Iron at a maximum sole-plate
Iron at a maximum sole-plate
temperature of 110°C
temperature of 200°C
Steam-ironing may be risky

Do not iron
Iron at a maximum sole-plate
Steaming and steam treatments are
temperature of 150°C
not allowed
DRY CLEANING SYMBOLS
Dry-cleaning in the solvents listed in the
Dry-cleaning in all solvents normally

previous paragraph. Strict limitations on

used for dry-cleaning - this includes

the addition of water and / or

all solvents listed for the symbol P,

mechanical action and / or temperature

plus trichloroethylene and 1,1, 1-

during cleaning and / or drying

trichloroethane

No self-service cleaning allowed

Dry-cleaning in tetrachloroethylene, Dry-cleaning in trifluorotrichloroethane, white

monofluorotrichloro methane and all spirit (distillation temperature between 150°C

solvents listed for the symbol F and 210°C, flash point 38°C to 60°C)

Normal cleansing procedures without Normal cleansing procedures without

restrictions restrictions.
Dry-cleaning in the solvents listed in the previous

paragraph. Strict limitations on the addition of

water and / or mechanical action and / or

temperature during cleaning and / or drying

No self-service cleaning allowed

Do not dry-clean

No stain removal with solvents

 DRYING SYMBOLS
Tumble dry possible

Drying at lower temperature setting

Tumble dry possible

Normal drying cycle

Do not tumble dry

REFERENCES
https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-read-a-clothing-label-
to-make-your-stuff-last-longer/

https://www.dutchlabelshop.com/en_us/blog/why-are-care-
labels-important/

https://www.craftyarncouncil.com/standards/care-symbols

https://www.fibre2fashion.com/industry-article/6939/care-
labeling-in-apparels-and-textiles