Costco Combined Regions - Adult Knit Protocol 1102 - 0 - May 10 2006

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COSTCO WHOLESALE - TEST PROTOCOL

Title: Adult Knit Tops & Bottoms (Combined Regions)

Protocol Number: 1102 0 DRAFT: 10 May 06

Protocol
Version
Description of Changes/Updates Approved by /
Date
1102 0 Initial Release Costco Combined Regions USA, Mexico, Canada, UK,
Taiwan, Korea & Japan

Section Title Requirement Page
A LABELING REGULATION 2
B FLAMMABILITY REGULATION 4
C LABELING COSTCO STANDARDS 5
D CA PROP 65 SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATION 5
E PLASTIC BAG WARNING COSTCO STANDARDS 6
F PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS COSTCO STANDARDS 7
G CONSTRUCTION / WORKMANSHIP COSTCO STANDARDS 8
H NON-YKK BRAND ZIPPERS COSTCO STANDARDS 9
I YKK BRAND ZIPPERS COSTCO STANDARDS 10
J DIMENSIONAL STABILITY COSTCO STANDARDS 11
K PERFORMANCE COSTCO STANDARDS 15
L OTHER COMPONENTS TEST COSTCO STANDARDS 19
M COLORFASTNESS TESTS COSTCO STANDARDS 20
N ANALYTICAL TESTS REGULATION 25
O ADDITIONAL TESTS COSTCO STANDARDS 26
P PRICING AND ADDITIONAL NOTE (HK) - 31
P PRICING AND ADDITIONAL NOTE (US) 32
Q ZIPPER REFERENCE CLASS CHART
FOR US, CANADA, MEXICO, KOREA &
TAIWAN
- 33
R ZIPPER REFERENCE CLASS CHART
FOR JAPAN
- 34
S ZIPPER REFERENCE CLASS CHART
FOR UK
- 35




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Section A LABELING - REGULATION

LABELING
USA
FTC 16 CFR 303
All
Samples
Label must be visible at point of sale, Per
FTC 16CFR 303

MEXICO
NOM-004-SCFI-1994
All
Samples
Visible at point of sale. Generic fiber name
must be in Spanish and permanently sewn
into each garment.
Reference NOM-004-SCFI-1994

CANADA
CTLA, TL & AR
All
Samples
Label must be visible at point of sale,
permanently attached and bilingual (English
and French).
(Refer to applicable sections of the Canadian
Textile Labeling Act and Textile Labeling and
Advertising Regulations).

TAIWAN & KOREA
FTC
All
Samples
FTC 16CFR 303

JAPAN
CLL / HGQLL
All
Samples
Care Labeling Law for Domestic Articles and
Household Goods Quality Labeling Law

Fiber
Content
Label
UK All
Samples
explanatory guidelines on the textile products
(Indications of Fiber Content) Regulations
1986

USA
FTC 16 CFR 423
All
Samples
Must be sewn in permanently to neck, waist
or side seam of garment, Per FTC 16 CFR
423.

MEXICO
NOM-004-SCFI-1994
All
Samples
Must be permanently sewn into each
garment. Care label must include all four of
the following:
Washing: including method, water
temperature and soap or detergent
Drying: including wringing or not, sun or
shade, hung or flat, dryer type and setting
Ironing: Iron setting or no ironing
Bleaching instructions: use or not of chloride
or other whiteners.
Written instructions in Spanish or symbols
that are indicated in NMX-A-24. If other
symbols are used, Spanish language must
also be included.

CANADA
CAN/CGSB-86.1
All
Samples
Label must remain legible and be
permanently attached in a reasonably
conspicuous area. Canadian, ASTM or ISO
care symbols may be used. Wording to
supplement symbols must be in English &
French. (Refer to National Standard of
Canada -Care Labeling of Textiles,
CAN/CGSB-86.1, latest version).

Care Label
TAIWAN & KOREA
FTC
All
Samples
or side seam of garment, Per FTC 16 CFR
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JAPAN
CLL / HGQLL
All
Samples
or side seam of garment, Per Care Labeling
Law for Domestic Articles and Household
Goods Quality Labeling Law

UK All
Samples
or side seam of garment

USA
FTC 19 CFR 134
All
Samples
Must Be Present Per FTC 19 CFR 134.11
MEXICO
NOM-004-SCFI-1994
All
Samples
Must be in Spanish and permanently sewn
into each garment.

CANADA
CTLA, TL & AR
All
Samples
May be disclosed per applicable Sections of
Canadian Textile Labeling Act and Textile
Labeling and Advertising Regulations.

TAIWAN & KOREA
FTC
All
Samples
Must Be Present Per FTC 19 CFR 134.11
JAPAN
HGQLL
All
Samples
Must Be Present Per Prevention of
Unjustifiable Premium and Misbranding
Articles / Household Goods Quality Labeling
Law

Country Of
Origin
UK All
Samples
Must Be Present
USA
FTC
All
Samples
Per FTC, must indicate an RN number, WPL
number, identification of Manufacturer,
Wholesaler, Importer or Retailer

MEXICO
NOM-004-SCFI-1994
All
Samples
Name and RFC# (Mexican tax ID) of the
manufacturer or importer, or commercial
brand must be permanently sewn into each
garment.

CANADA
CTLA
All
Samples
Dealer identity may be disclosed by
identifying the name & full postal address or
the identification Number referred to as CA
Number Textile labeling Act.

TAIWAN & KOREA
FTC
All
Samples
Per FTC, must indicate an RN number, WPL
number, identification of Manufacturer,
Wholesaler, Importer or Retailer

RN Or WPL
Or Mfr
Name Or
CA Or RFC
Or PL
JAPAN
PL

All
Samples

PL is requested under Product Liability Law




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Section B FLAMMABILITY - REGULATION

FLAMMABILITY - for US, Mexico, Canada*, Taiwan, Korea, & Japan.
Others -
CPSC 16 /
CFR 1610 /
Costco
Wholesale
Mexico -
NMX-A-190-
1995
General Wearing Apparel

*Low Risk Fabrics:
Plain surface fabrics
weighing more than 2.6
oz/sq. yard
All fabrics (both plain
and raised surface)
regardless of weight,
made entirely of these
fibers or combination of
these fibers: acrylic
modacrylic, nylon,
olefin polyester, wool
Japan - JIS
L1091
Sec.8.1.1 A-1
Exempt

CPSC/CFR Requirement Of Class I only:
Raised Surface Fabrics 7 Seconds

Plain Surface Fabrics 3.5 Seconds

Costco Wholesale Requirement: No Timed
Surface Flash Allowed For Raised Surface
Fabrics, Item must meet a class 1

Others -
CPSC 16 /
CFR 1610 /
Costco
Wholesale
Mexico -
NMX-A-190-
1995
*High Risk fabrics: Plain
surface fabrics weighing
less than 2.6 oz/sq.yard
and raised surface fabrics
consisting of fibers not
listed in the low risk
category (example, cotton,
ramie, linen, rayon).

Exempt: Leather
Japan - JIS
L1091
Sec.8.1.1 A-1
Test All
Colors For
High Risk
Fabrics

FLAMMABILITY Canada* (in addition to US requirement)
General Textiles Products
- Garments for Adults

Product
Safety
Bureau Ref.
Manual, Book
5, Part B,
Method F01
(Re. ASTM D
1230)

Test All
Colors

Hazardous Products Act: Schedule l Part l
Item 4,
Banned in Canada if flame spread is:
---Plain Surface Fabrics : 3.5 Seconds or less
---Raised-Fiber Fabrics: 4 seconds or less
and exhibit ignition or fusion of their base
fibers.

Costco Wholesale Requirement: No Timed
Surface Flash Allowed For Raised Surface
Fabrics

FLAMMABILITY UK
General Textiles Products
- Flammability of textile
and sleepwear fabrics

U.K.
Sleepwear
Regulation
1952
SI 1952 No.
2043

BS5722/
BS5438
Test All
Colors

300mm trip thread in less than 25 seconds

600mm trip thread in less than 50 seconds




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Section C LABELING COSTCO STANDARDS

LABELING
US - All sewn-in labels must be in English
and Spanish, per Costco Wholesale
Mexico All sewn-in labels must be in
Spanish (NOM)
Canada All sewn-in labels must be in
English, Spanish and French.
Taiwan All sewn-in labels must be in
English and Chinese.
Korea All sewn-in labels must be in English
and Korean.
Japan All sewn-in labels must be in
Japanese.
Bilingual Labeling Visual Check All
Samples
UK- All sewn-in labels must be in English
Garment Size Visual Check All
Samples
Must be present and visible at top (inside) of
garment

Hang Tag Visual Check All
Samples
Must be present and list size. (UPC, and item
number per Costco wholesale). Report
placement and verify if placement meets
specifications.

Stickers Visual Check All
Samples
Report size and placement of all stickers on
garment. Report any adverse effects of
sticker removal.

Warning Label/Symbol Visual Check All
Samples
All Warning Label/Symbol must be in English,
clear and visible on the sewn-in label.

The Lab Will Only Verify The English Version And Confirm That Other Different Languages Are Present.

Section D CA PROP 65 SUPPLEMENTAL PROTOCOLS REGULATION

All samples must be reviewed against the requirements of California Proposition 65 to determine if
additional testing or labeling is required.



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Section E PLASTIC BAG WARNING COSTCO STANDARDS

Costco Plastic Bag Warning
Statement
Visual Check All
Samples
If Plastic Bags (Of Any Thickness) With A
Perimeter Of 5 Inches Or Greater (Measure
Bag Laid Flat Down) Are Used In Inner
Packaging, The Following Warning Statement
Must Be Printed On Both Sides Of Each Bag
In English, French and Spanish. For Asia
countries - Local Language in Chinese,
Korean or Japanese must be also included.

WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation,
keep this bag away from babies and children.
Do not use in cribs, beds, carriages or
playpens. This bag is not a toy. Discard bag
and any other packing materials immediately
after removing product. Do not re-use bag.

MISE EN GARDE : Pour viter tout risque de
suffocation, tenir ce sac hors de la porte des
bbs et des enfants. Ne pas utiliser dans les
berceaux, les lits, les carrosses ou les parcs.
Ce sac nest pas un jouet. Jeter ce sac ou
tout autre matriau demballage
immdiatement aprs avoir enlev les
produits. Ne pas r-utiliser ce sac.

ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar riesgo de
sofocacin, mantenga esta bolsa alejada de
bebes y nios. No use en cunas, camas,
carriolas o corralitos. Esta bolsa no es un
juguete. Tire la bolsa y los otros materiales
de empaque immdiatamente. No re-use esta
bolsa.

This Must Be Printed On All Plastic Bags
Regardless Of The Costco Destination
Country For The Item

All 3 Languages Must Be In The Same Font
Size, With Equal Presentation

If The Plastic Bag Is Large, The Warnings
Should Be Printed In An Appropriate Font
Size Such That They Are Clearly Visible And
Readable. If Necessary, The Printing Should
Be Repeated Several Times On The Same
Bag

The Warning May Vary Somewhat In
Wording, The Lab Will Only Verify The
English Version And Confirm That Other
Warnings Of Different Languages Are
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Section F PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS COSTCO STANDARDS

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Others -
ASTM D3776
Mexico -
NMX-A-072-
2001-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L1096 sec.
8.4.2
Fabric Weight:
Oz/sq.yd and
Gms./sq.meter
UK- BS EN
12127
Average 3.0% Report average Claim:
Actual:
Actual garment weight
(Sweaters Only)
-
Lb/doz
All
Samples
Report individual result and compare to
specifications for each size.
+/- lb
Claim:
Actual:
Others -
ASTM D3887
Mexico -
NMX-A-134-
1995-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L1018
Thread Count
(Wales/Courses)
UK-
BS 5441
Avg. of 3 3.0% Report individual results and average Claim:
Actual:
Others -
ASTM D1059
Japan - JIS
L1018
Yarn Size

UK-
BS 5441
Avg. of 3 3.0%, as claimed Claim:
Actual:
Others -
ASTM
D1059/D1244
Japan JIS
L1018
Yarn Structure
UK- BS EN
ISO 2061
1 Sample As claimed for ply and twist of yarn
specifications
Claim:
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Others -
AATCC 20 /
ASTM D629 /
D1909
Mexico -
NMX-A-084-
1966
*Fiber Content
(Note: Fiber ID on
Cashmere is only
performed by direct request
from Costco Wholesale)
Japan - JIS
L1030-2
0% Single Fiber
Claimed single fiber: Test 1 color
3% Blends as per FTC guidelines.
Claimed blends: Test all colors
Heathers (regardless of claims) Test all
colors
Any variance found exceeding 5% from claim,
or between colors, test full protocol for each
color.
Claim:
Actual:
UK-
BS 4407

Verify Product Specification
(As per Costco / vendors
Spec Sheet)
Visual Check All
Samples
See Product Specification per claimed on the
product.
3% report failure

Section G CONSTRUCTION / WORKMANSHIP COSTCO STANDARDS

CONSTRUCTION /WORKMANSHIP
Workmanship Review ASTM F963
Costco
Wholesale
All
Samples
No sharp points, sharp edges, pinching,
scissoring, or lacerating

Defects ASTM 3990 All
Samples
No defects as identified in ASTM 3990
Visual Check All
Samples
Shall be free of impurities, contamination, dirt,
no stains, discoloration, mildew, uneven color

Sensory All
Samples
Odors: None objectionable or adverse
Visual Check All
Samples
Components: None missing, malformed,
fractured

Visual Check All
Samples
No poor sewing details, unfinished seams,
tears, holes or obvious weak points that could
develop into a defect

Visual Check All
Samples
Hand feel should not be different from
approval sample or fabric swatches

Zipper Type Visual Check All
Samples
Report FAILURE if not YKK brand, but
continue testing. Determine zipper
classification by filling in following sections

Definition of YKK zipper number: This is a specific product code assigned for each zipper style, and is always an alpha-
numeric code, such as 3CF, a chart showing all YKK zipper numbers is in the Costco Manual for apparel.
Definition of YKK Fastener class: This is a performance classification number (numeric only) which is assigned to YKK
zippers, to denote which performance standard a zipper should meet.
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Section H NON-YKK BRAND ZIPPERS COSTCO STANDARDS

Non-YKK Brand Zippers
Closed Chain Width
Measurement
Micrometer 1 Sample Using micrometer, report measurement of
zipper teeth to 1/32 of an inch

Zipper Tape Width
Measurement
Actual- ruler 1 Sample Using ruler, report to 1/16 of an inch
YKK Zipper Number
Equivalent
Visual Check All
Samples
See Product Specification for vendor claim on
the YKK zipper number that most closely
matches the Non-YKK zipper used in the
garment. Record number.
Number:
YKK Fastener Class
Equivalent
Visual Check All
Samples
See Product Specification for vendor claim on
the YKK Fastener Class that most closely
matches the Non-YKK zipper used in the
garment. Record number.

Use the results from the Closed Chain Width
and Zipper Tape Width measurement test to
determine the YKK Fastener Class that is
most appropriate for the zipper. If Fastener
Class 1-4, default to the most stringent
testing requirements.
Claim:

Actual:
Report YKK Fastener Class to be used for
testing.

Use the YKK Fastener Class chart to
determine which performance criteria should
be used in testing.
Class:



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Section I YKK BRAND ZIPPERS COSTCO STANDARDS

YKK Brand Zippers
YKK Zipper Number/ Class Actual 1 Sample Determine the YKK Fastener Class by
following these steps:
1. Look on back of slider head for YKK
zipper number (alpha-numeric)
2. Look on Product Specifications Sheet to
determine claimed (if any) YKK zipper
Number and / or YKK Fastener Class
3. If YKK Fastener Class cannot be
determined in steps 1 or 2, look on the
back of the slider head for the YKK
Fastener Class (single number-no
letters). This number should be used as
the YKK Fastener Class. If Fastener
Class 1-4, default to the most stringent
testing requirements.
4. IF the zipper is not marked with a YKK
Zipper Number or YKK Fastener Class,
and no information is available in the
Product Specification Sheet, the Zipper
should be measured. If Fastener Class
1-4, default to the most stringent testing
requirements.

Use the YKK Fastener Class chart to
determine which performance criteria should
be used in testing

Claimed YKK
Zipper #:

Claimed YKK
Fastener Class:

Actual Fastener
class:
Closed Chain Width
Measurement (Test Only In
Case of #4 above)
Micrometer 1 Sample Using micrometer, report measurement of
zipper teeth to 1/32 of an inch.

Zipper Tape Width
Measurement (Test Only In
Case of #4 above)
Actual-ruler 1 Sample Using ruler, report to 1/16 of an inch.
Drawstrings Visual Check 1 Sample Must be finished at both ends. 8 inch cord
length maximum, on each side, when
garment is fully extended per Costco

Monofilament Thread Visual Check 1 Sample Note presence of any monofilament thread
Hook & Loop Fastener Visual Check 1 Sample Must have rounded edges to eliminate risk of
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Section J DIMENSIONAL STABILITY COSTCO STANDARDS

DIMENSIONAL STABILITY
Wash
Hand:
Machine
Wash:
Hot
(140
o
F):
Warm
(105
o
F):
Cold
(85
o
F):
Flat Dry: Line Dry: Tumble
Med:
Tumble
Low:
Shrinkage (3 Home
Launderings)

CVC=Chief Value Cotton
CVS=Chief Value Synthetic
3 of each
color

Test all
Fabrics
within a
garment, if
made of
different
fabrics
Maximum Shrinkage (W%xC%)
Maximum allowable growth is 3%
CVC CVS
All Machine Washable Items:
General Fabrics 5x5 4x4
Stretch Fabrics (with Spandex) 6x5 5x4
Fleece/Sherpa/French Terry 6x6 5x5
Rib/Waffle/Pique 7x6 5x5
Jersey/Interlock/Pointelle 6x5 5x5
Wool (Washable) 5x5
Silk (Washable) 6x6
1. Original (in.)
2. Washed/Dry
Cleaned (in.)
3. Shrinkage (%)
FABRIC
Others
AATCC TS-
006
Mexico -
NMX-158-
1999-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L1018 C/D &
JIS L0217
106
Shrinkage (Hand Wash)
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample All Hand Washable Items 3x3 1.
2.
3.
Others -
AATCC 158
Shrinkage (1 Dry
Cleaning)
Japan - JIS
1018 E
1 Sample All Dry Cleanable Items 2x2 1.
2.
3.
Others -
AATCC 135
Mexico -
NMX-158-
1999-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.54.4 (G)
Measured Length (fabric
benchmarks)
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample See shrinkage tolerances (above) 1.
2.
3.



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Others -
AATCC 135
Mexico -
NMX-158-
1999-INNTEX
Measured Width (fabric
benchmarks)
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.54.4 (G)
1 Sample See shrinkage tolerance (above) 1.
2.
3.
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330

GARMENTS
Tops:
3 Home Launderings Or 1
Dry Cleaning

Measure Critical Fit Areas

1.Original (in.)
2.Washed/Dry
Cleaned (in.)
3.Shrinkage
(%)

- Total Length (HPS) 1.
2.
3.
- Body Width (1 Below
Arm)
1.
2.
3.
- Arm Opening 1.
2.
3.
- Center Back Sleeve
Length
1.
2.
3.
- Neck Opening
Others -
AATCC 150
Or 158 for dry
cleaning

Mexico -
NMX-158-
1999-INNTEX

Japan - JIS
L0217 per
care label

UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample

See shrinkage tolerance (above)

1.
2.
3.



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Bottoms:
3 Home Launderings Or 1
Dry Cleaning
Measure Critical Fit Areas

1.Original (in.)
2.Washed/Dry
Cleaned (in.)
3.Shrinkage
(%)
- Outseam (from Top of
Waistband)
1.
2.
3..
- Inseam 1.
2.
3.
- Front Rise (Top of
Waistband)
1.
2.
3.
- Back Rise (Top of
Waistband)
1.
2.
3.
- Seat Width (8 From
Bottom of Waistband)
1.
2.
3.
- Waist circumference
Others -
AATCC 150
Or 158 for dry
cleaning

Mexico -
NMX-158-
1999-INNTEX

Japan - JIS
L0217 per
care label

UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample See shrinkage tolerance (above)

1.
2.
3.
Others - Per
Care Label
Japan - JIS
L0217
Appearance After 3 Home
Launderings Or 1 Dry
Cleaning
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample General Assessment, Surface Appearance
(Class 4.0 Minimum)

Spirality AATCC 179 1 Sample 5.0% Maximum
Seam Durability Visual Check 1 Sample No Raveling Or Open Seams After 3 Washes
Or 1 Dry Cleaning




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DIMENSIONAL STABILITY - CANADA REQUIREMENTS
Dimensional Change
After Refurbishments:

Domestic or
Commercial Laundering (5
cycles)
Commercial
Drycleanings (3 cycles)

CAN/CGSB
-4.2, Nos.
24
29.1 & 58
(Ref.
CAN/CGSB
-86.1-2003)
1 Sample All knitted textiles, excluding coated knitted
textiles & having both woven & knitted
components:

Maximum Dimensional Change, each
direction
--- Casual Wear (Including but not limited to
T-shirts, jogging suits, sweaters): 6%
--- Dresses, skirts, jackets, pants, coats,
blouses and dress shirts: 3 %

Appearance Retention After
Refurbishments

Per Care
Label & Ref.
CAN/CGSB
-86.1-2003
1 Sample Appearance Change After Specified Number
of Cycles: No appreciable change (i.e.
seam puckering due to differential shrinkage;
blistering, delamination or deterioration of
coated, bonded, laminated & fused fabrics;
staining of fusibles; fraying of seams;
deterioration of fasteners; performance of
textile or non-textile trim & others).




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Section K PERFORMANCE COSTCO STANDARDS

PERFORMANCE
Class 4.0 Minimum after 100 Cycles

Class 4.0 min. after 18000 rev. (5 hrs)
Pilling Resistance Others
ASTM D4970

Mexico -
NMX-A-177-
1995-INNTEX

Japan - JIS
L1076 sec.
6.1 Method A

UK- BS EN
ISO 12945-1

Avg. of 3
Class 4.0 min. after 10800 rev. (3 hrs)

Others -
ASTM D3512
Mod. For
Fleece

Mexico -
NMX-A-177-
1995-INNTEX

Japan - JIS
L1076 Mod.
For Fleece
Fleece or Sherpa fabric:
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Bursting Strength:
Others -
ASTM D3786

Mexico -
NMX-A-216-
1996-INNTEX

Avg. Of 5 30 psi Minimum. Report average

- All Lace Fabrics
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.17.1

UK- BS EN
ISO 13938-2

200 kpa (min.) Report Average




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Others -
ASTM D3786

Mexico -
NMX-A-216-
1996-INNTEX

Avg. Of 5 40 psi Minimum. Report average for body,
lining and pocket.

- <3.5oz/sq.yard
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.17.1

UK- BS EN
ISO 13938-2

275 kpa (min.) Report Average

Others -
ASTM D3786

Mexico -
NMX-A-216-
1996-INNTEX

Avg. Of 5 45 psi Minimum for Cashmere or Cashmere
blends

55 psi Minimum all other fibers. Report
average for body, lining and pocket.
- 3.5oz 8oz./sq.yard
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.17.1

UK- BS EN
ISO 13938-2

310 kpa Minimum for Cashmere or Cashmere
blends

375 kpa Minimum all other fibers. Report

Others -
ASTM D3786

Mexico -
NMX-A-216-
1996-INNTEX

Avg. Of 5 45 psi Minimum for Cashmere or Cashmere
blends

65 psi Minimum all other fibers. Report
- >8oz/sq.yard
Japan - JIS
L1018 sec.
8.17.1

UK- BS EN
ISO 13938-2

310 kpa Minimum for Cashmere or Cashmere
blends

450 kpa Minimum all other fibers. Report

Stretch and Recovery (Spandex and Spandex blend Fabrics Only)
Others -
ASTM D2594
Japan Ref.
JIS L1018
sec. 8.15.2
Method B
Length
UK- BS 4952
Avg. Of 3
<5% Spandex content requires a minimum of
85% recovery @ 60 min.

5% Spandex content requires a minimum of
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Others -
ASTM D2594
Width
Japan Ref.
JIS L1018
sec. 8.15.2
Method B
Avg. Of 3 <5% Spandex content requires a minimum of
5% Spandex content requires a minimum of

UK- BS 4952
Seam Stretchability AATCC TS-
015
All
Samples
Fabrics <3.5 oz/sq.yard = Minimum 30%
Elongation or 6.0lb load

Fabrics3.5 oz/sq.yard = Minimum 50%
Elongation or 7.0lb load
Elongation:

Load:
Pocket Reinforcement
Strength
AATCC TS-
010
All
Samples
Non-functional (decorative) on Tops-
Minimum 5.0 lbs
Functional Tops (i.e. work shirt) Minimum
10.0 lbs.
Bottoms Dresses & Robes Minimum 10.0
lbs
Report actual and average result.
Define Failure; Seam Failure: SF, Fabric
Failure: FF, Seam Thread Breakage: STB

Others -
ASTM 1683
(Mod.)
Side Slits Or Reinforced
Stress Points
UK- BS EN
ISO 13935-2
(Mod.)
All
Samples
Minimum 10.0 lbs

Zippers:
Others -
ASTM D2061
Sect. 14.1
Japan - JIS
S3015sec.6.3
Crosswise Strength

(Laternal Strength)
UK- BS 3084
1 Sample See reference chart
Others -
ASTM
D2061;30.3
Japan - JIS
S3015
Sec. 6.6
Separating Unit Crosswise
Strength

(Laternal Strength of open
end attachment)
UK- BS 3084
Single Element Strength

ASTM
D2061:14.2
Single Element Slippage

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Others -
ASTM D2061
Sect. 87.1
Japan - JIS
S3015
Sec. 6.10
Slider Lock Hold
UK- BS 3084
Others
ASTM D2061
Sect. 68.1
Japan JIS
S3015
Sec. 6.8
Tab Pull-Off Strength

UK- BS 3084
Tab Twist Off Strength,
Standard Pull Tab

ASTM 2061
sec. 58
Tab Twist Off Strength,
Decorative Pull Tab
ASTM 2061
sec. 58
Operability Others -
ASTM D2062
Sect. 6
Others -
ASTM D2061
Sect. 22.2
Japan - JIS
S3015
sec.6.4
Top Stop
UK- BS 3084
Others -
ASTM D2061
Sect. 22.5
Japan - JIS
S3015
Sec. 6.5
Bottom Stop

(Closed-End)
UK- BS 3084
Open-end fastener box UK-
BS 3084

Reciprocating Test UK-
BS 3084
1 Sample

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Section L OTHER COMPONENTS TEST COSTCO STANDARDS

OTHER COMPONENTS
Others - Ref.
ASTM
D5171
Impact Resistance on All
Hardware (Only test
Buttons That Are Claimed
As Non-breakable Or
Buttons For Items With
Kirkland Signature Or
Hathaway Labels)
UK- BS
4162
20 Samples 100% of sampling size shall pass with no
chipping, fractures, or breakage (67mm
height)

Others
ASTM
D7142
Snap Attachment Strength
(Report Ultimate Failure
and Nature of Failure)
UK
EN 71-1
All Samples Minimum 15.0 lbs/10 seconds on any one,
test all and report results for each individual
snap

Snaps
(Snapping/Unsnapping)
ASTM
D4846
All Samples Minimum 2.0 5.0 lbs. Maximum on any one,
snap

Others
ASTM
D7142
Button Attachment Strength
(Report Ultimate Failure
and Nature of Failure)
UK
EN 71-1
All Samples All buttons with more than 3 buttonholes must
be cross stitched. Minimum 15.0lbs./10
seconds on any one, test all and report
results for each individual button.

Others -
ASTM
D7142
Small Parts Attachment
Strength (i.e. Bows,
Ribbons, Rivets. Etc)
UK
EN 71-1
All Samples Minimum 15.0lbs./10 seconds on any one,
component

Others -
AATCC 81
Mexico -
NMX-A-098-
1967
*pH level (On Garment
Washed Items Only)
Japan - JIS
L1018
1 Sample Range 6-8
UK- ISO
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Section M COLORFASTNESS TESTS COSTCO STANDARDS

COLORFASTNESS
3 Home Launderings Or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Others - Per
Care Label
Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, No. 29.1
&
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
- Color Change
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
1 Sample Class 4.0 Minimum
Per Care
Label
- Self-Staining
Japan - JIS
L0217
Accelerated Laundering:
Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 46 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844 BS
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 C06

1 Sample

Class 4.0 Minimum

Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 47 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844

- Self-Staining
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Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 47 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844
- Color Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 C06
1 Sample Class 3.0 Minimum Acetate:
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
Acrylic:
Wool:
Others -
AATCC 16E
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-31
1 Sample General fabrics
-Class 4.0 @ 20 fading units Minimum

Pool or beach cover up
- Class 4.0 @ 40 fading units
Minimum

Pool or beach cover up (Neon Color)
- Class 4.0 @ 20 fading units Minimum

Silk fabrics
- Class 4.0 @10 fading units Minimum
Japan - JIS
L0842
Carbon arc
Lamp
- Light
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 B02

Requirement:

Actual:

Crocking:
CROCKING
Others -
AATCC 8
Mexico -
NMX-A-073-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-No. 22
Japan - JIS
L0849 Type
II
- Dry
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 X12
1-Test In
Original
Stage, If
Fail, Test
After One
Wash
General fabrics Class 4.0 Minimum
Pigment Dye Class 3.0 Minimum

Brushed/Napped/Raised/Leather Material
Class 3.0 Minimum
Requirement:

Original:

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Others -
AATCC 8
Mexico -
NMX-A-073-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-No. 22
Japan - JIS
L0849 Type
II
Wet
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 X12
1-Test In
Original
Stage, If
Fail, Test
After One
Wash
Class 2.0 Minimum
Requirement:

Original:

After One Wash:
Others -
AATCC TS-
001
Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, Nos. 55
& 58 and
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0856
- Chlorine Bleach
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 N01
Others -
AATCC TS-
001
- Non-Chlorine Bleach
Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, Nos. 55
& 58 and
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Others -
AATCC 109
- *Ozone (Indigo and White
Only)
Japan - JIS
L0855
1 Sample Class 4.0 Minimum @ 1 Cycle
- *Gas Fading (Indigo and
White Only)
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Static Wetting
Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-070-
1999-
INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01
Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-070-
1999-
INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Color Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
Acrylic:
Wool:
Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-70-
1999-
INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Self Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01

Perspiration:
Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-
INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0848
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
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Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-
INNTEX
- Color Staining
Japan - JIS
L0848
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
Acrylic:
Wool:
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E04

Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-
INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0848
- Self Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E04




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Section N ANALYTICAL TESTS REGULATION

ANALYTICAL
*Lead In Surface Coating ASTM
E1613/E1645
1 Sample Not in excess of 0.060% Pb by weight
(CPSC 16 CFR 1303)

Formaldehyde
(Qualitative /Spot Test)
AATCC 94

1 Sample Negative
Others - JIS L
1041/Law 112
*Formaldehyde
(Quantitative)
(Only Perform If Spot Test
Is Positive)
UK-
ISO 14184-1
1 Sample < 75 ppm
*Azo Dye Analysis UK-
EN 14362-1/2
ISO/TS
17234
1 Sample EU Directive : 2002/61/EC &
UK Statutory Instrument 2003 No. 3310.
< 30 ppm Each amine

*Nickel Release on Metal
Accessories
UK-
EN 1811/ EN
12472
2 metal
sample
EU Directive: 94/27/EC
< 0.5 g/sq cm /week

*Cadmium Content (on
PVC parts or print only)
UK
EN 1122
1 Ample EU Directive : 91/338/EEC & Environmental
Protection Regulation 93 No 1643
< 100 ppm (= 0.01 %)




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Section O ADDITIONAL TESTS COSTCO STANDARDS

Additional Test for different colors in the same style
3 Home Launderings Or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Others - Per
Care Label
Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, No. 29.1
&
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
- Color Change
UK-
BS EN ISO
6330
Per Care
Label
- Self-Staining
Japan - JIS
L0217

Accelerated Laundering:
Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 46 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 C06
Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 47 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844
- Self-Staining
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Others -
AATCC 61
Mexico -
NMX-A-074-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2-
No. 47 &
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0844
- Color Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 C06
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
Acrylic:
Wool:

Others -
AATCC 16E
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-31
1 Sample General fabrics
-Class 4.0 @ 20 fading units Minimum
Pool or beach cover up
- Class 4.0 @ 40 fading units
Minimum

Pool or beach cover up (Neon Color)
- Class 4.0 @ 20 fading units Minimum

Silk fabrics
- Class 4.0 @10 fading units Minimum
Requirement:

Actual:
- Light
Japan - JIS
L0842
Carbon arc
Lamp
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 B02

Crocking:
Others -
AATCC 8
Mexico -
NMX-A-073-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-No. 22
Japan - JIS
L0849 Type
II
- Dry
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 X12
1-Test In
Original
Stage, If
Fail, Test
After One
Wash
Class 3.0 Minimum
Requirement:

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Others -
AATCC 8
Mexico -
NMX-A-073-
1995-
INNTEX
Canada -
CAN/CGSB-
4.2-No. 22
Japan - JIS
L0849 Type
II
- Wet
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 X12
1-Test In
Original
Stage, If
Fail, Test
After One
Wash
Class 2.0 Minimum
Requirement:

Original:

After One Wash:

Others -
AATCC TS-
001

Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, Nos. 55
& 58 and
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Japan - JIS
L0856
- Chlorine Bleach

UK- BS EN
ISO 105 N01
Others -
AATCC TS-
001

- Non-Chlorine Bleach
Canada -
CAN/CGSB
4.2, Nos. 55
& 58 and
CAN/CGSB-
86.1-2003
Others -
AATCC 109
- *Ozone (Indigo and White
Only)
Japan - JIS
L0855
1 Sample Class 4.0 Minimum @ 1 Cycle
- *Gas Fading (Indigo and
White Only)

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Static Wetting
Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-70-
1999-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01
Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-70-
1999-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Color Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
Acrylic:
Wool:

Others -
AATCC 107
Mexico -
NMX-A-70-
1999-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0846
- Self Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E01
Perspiration:
Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0848
- Color Change
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E04
Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-INNTEX
Canada -
CGSB-4.2,
No. 23
Japan - JIS
L0848
- Color Staining
UK- BS EN
ISO 105 E04
Cotton:
Nylon:
Polyester:
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Others -
AATCC 15
Mexico -
NMX-A-065-
1995-INNTEX
Japan - JIS
L0848
- Self Staining
UK- BS EN
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Section P PRICING AND ADDITIONAL NOTE

*Additional Charge For This Test
** It is suggested number of samples required for complete testing only. It may various depended on the actual samples and no. of tests that
required for testing. Please consult your nearest laboratory for details.
+ Minimum samples required 3 garments in largest size per color & 4 yards x full width per color.
++ Test method indicated are for all countries unless as specified.

SGS HK Lab Charges

**No. of Sample Required:
No. Of Samples Required For Complete Testing: 3 + Pcs
No. Of Working Days For Complete Testing: 7 Days

Price Information:
SGS HK Lab Charges per test country: US / Mexico/ Canada Japan/ Korea / Taiwan/UK
Basic Package Price (one color/material)
Per country
USD 260.00 220.00
SGS HK Lab Charges for multiply countries
1
: US / Korea / Taiwan/ Canada
Basic Package Price (per color/material) USD 260.00 + 30.00 per additional country

+ Additional Package Price (per each additional
color/material)
USD 55.00 55.00
* Additional Charges:
Fiber ID:
- Chemical (per Fiber after 1
st
)
- Microscopic (1
st
Fiber)
- Microscopic (For 2 Natural Cellulosic
Blends)
- Microscopic (Each additional Fiber)

USD

13.00
80.00
115.00

25.00

13.00
80.00
115.00

25.00
pH Value (per additional color/material) USD 15.00 15.00
Color Fastness (per additional color/material)
- To Ozone

USD

20.00

20.00
- To Gas Fading USD 25.00 25.00
Flammability UK only (per additional
color/material)
- With Treatment
- Without Treatment

USD
USD

-
-

50.00
130.00
Flammability CFR 1610 (per additional
color/material)
USD 30.00 30.00
Rain Test (per additional color/material) USD 36.00 36.00
Spray Test (per additional color/material) USD 12.00 12.00
Stoll Flex Abrasion (per additional color/material) USD 15.00 15.00
Pile Retention (per additional color/material) USD 20.00 20.00
Lead in Surface Coating (per coating) USD 25.00 25.00
Azo Dye (per additional color/material) USD - 50.00
Nickel Release on Metal (per additional
color/material)
USD - 85.00
Cadmium Content PVC (per additional
color/material)
USD - 25.00
Formaldehyde (Quantitative) USD 38.00 38.00

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Section P PRICING AND ADDITIONAL NOTE

*Additional Charge For This Test
** It is suggested number of samples required for complete testing only. It may various depended on the actual samples and no. of tests that
required for testing. Please consult your nearest laboratory for details.
+ Minimum samples required 3 garments in largest size per color & 4 yards x full width per color.
++ Test method indicated are for all countries unless as specified.

SGS US Lab Charges

**No. of Sample Required:
No. Of Samples Required For Complete Testing: 3 + Pcs
No. Of Working Days For Complete Testing: 7 Days

Price Information:
SGS US Lab Charges per test country: US / Mexico/ Canada Japan/ Korea / Taiwan/UK
Basic Package Price (one color/material)
Per country
USD 390.00 390.00
SGS US Lab Charges for multiply countries
1
: US / Korea / Taiwan/ Canada
Basic Package Price (per color/material) USD 390.00 + 30.00 per additional country

+ Additional Package Price (per each additional
color/material)
USD 77.00 77.00
* Additional Charges:
Fiber ID:
- Chemical (per Fiber after 1
st
)
- Microscopic (1
st
Fiber)
- Microscopic (For 2 Natural Cellulosic
Blends)
- Microscopic (Each additional Fiber)

USD

19.00
112.00
161.00

35.00

19.00
112.00
161.00

35.00
pH Value (per additional color/material) USD 22.00 22.00
Color Fastness (per additional color/material)
- To Ozone

USD

30.00

30.00
- To Gas Fading USD 38.00 38.00
Flammability UK only (per additional
color/material)
- With Treatment
- Without Treatment

USD
USD

-
-

70.00
182.00
Flammability CFR 1610 (per additional
color/material)
USD 42.00 42.00
Rain Test (per additional color/material) USD 51.00 51.00
Spray Test (per additional color/material) USD 17.00 17.00
Stoll Flex Abrasion (per additional color/material) USD 23.00 23.00
Pile Retention (per additional color/material) USD 30.00 30.00
Lead in Surface Coating (per coating) USD 60.00 60.00
Azo Dye (per additional color/material) USD - 70.00
Nickel Release on Metal (per additional
color/material)
USD - 119.00
Cadmium Content PVC (per additional
color/material)
USD - 35.00
Formaldehyde (Quantitative) USD 70.00 70.00

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Section Q Zipper Reference Class Chart For US, Mexico, Canada, Korea & Taiwan

Zipper Sizes
Test Items Zipper Characteristics
L LM M MH H
Brass, Zinc & Copper-nickel-
zinc
60 80 130 210 275
Aluminum 55 75 120 175 250
Plastic 60 75 100 130 160
Chain Crosswise Strength
(lb)
Continuous element 85 175 175 250 270

Metal 15 25 25 50 50
Plastic 10 20 20 35 35
Top Stop Strength (lb)

Metal 15 25 25 50 50
Plastic 10 20 20 35 35
Bottom Stop Strength (lb)
(close-end)

zinc
20 30 30 75 90
Aluminum 20 30 30 75 90
Plastic 20 25 25 50 65
Separate Unit Crosswise
Strength (lb)

zinc
9 11 12 24 40
Aluminum 7 9 9 20 30
Single Element Strength (lb)
Plastic 6 10 12 20 20

zinc
6 9 10 17 17
Aluminum 6 7 10 13 13
Single Element Slippage (lb)
Plastic 6 9 10 17 17

Tab Pull-out Strength (lb) 25 35 35 50 50

Tab Twist Off Strength, Standard Pull
Tab (lb)
1.5 4 4 6 6

Slider Lock Holding Strength (lb) 3 5 7 7 10

Metal 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.5 4.5
Plastic 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.5
Operability (lb)
Continuous element 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.5
Remarks:
Width (inches)
Closed Chain
Fastener Size Minimum Maximum
Full Width
of Tape
(inches)
L Light 0.125 0.180
LM Light Medium 0.180 0.310
0.035
M Median 0.180 0.310 0.040
MH Median Heavy 0.310 0.390 0.050
H - Heavy 0.320 0.500 0.060




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Section R Zipper Reference Class Chart For Japan

Classification
Performance
UL L M MH H UH
For other than cotton & knit tape 15 20 30 35 50 70
Separate
element
For cotton & knit tape 10 15 20 25 30 ---
For other than cotton & knit tape 20 25 45 55 60 ---
Chain
Crosswise
Strength (kgf)
Continuous
element
For cotton & knit tape 15 20 20 30 35 ---
Top Stop Holding Strength (kgf) 4 5 7 10 12 20
Separate element 1.5 3 5 8 10 15
Bottom Stop Holding Strength
(kgf)
Continuous element 3 5 7 12 15 ---
Separate element 5 7 8 12 15 30
Separating Unit Crosswise
Strength (kgf)
Continuous element --- 5 8 12 15 ---
Sliding Resistance (kgf) 0.5 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 ---
Separate element 1.5 2.5 4.0 6.0 8.0 ---
Slider Locking Strength (kgf)
Continuous element 1.0 1.0 3.0 5.0 6.0 ---

Classification Symbol Chain Width
Ultra-light weight grade UL 2.5 and over to 4.0 excl.
Light weight grade L 4.0 and over to 5.5 excl.
Medium weight grade M 5.5 and over to 7 excl.
Medium heavy weight grade MH 7.0 and over to 8.5 excl.
Heavy weight grade H 8.5 and over to 12.0 excl.
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Section S Zipper Reference Class Chart For UK
Performance code Test
No.
Appendix Test Description Units
A B C D E
1 B Puller attachment test (min.) N 70 80 200 250 300
2 C Closed-end test (min.) N 35 60 80 100 140
3 D Top-stop test (min.) N 50 70 90 110 130
4 E Open-end fastener box test (min.) N 40 70 90 120 150
5 F
Reciprocating test: minimum
cycles without failure
Cycles 500 500 500 500 500
6 G Laternal strength test (min.) N 150 200 250 370 470
7 H
Laternal strength of open end
attachment test (min.)
N 40 70 90 120 160
8 J Slider locking test (min) N 10 15 25 40 60

Performance code
A B C D E
1
Dresses

X X
2
Knitwear

X X X
3 Light leather goods X X
4
Shirts, Jeans/
Trousers
X X
5
Upholstery

X X
6 Foundatioon garments X
7 Coats and jackets X X
8
Overalls

X
9 Luggage

X X X
10 Slippers

X
11 Sleeping bags

X X
12 Light weight and inner
tents
X X
13 Footwear

X X
14 Leather garment

X
15 Ski clothes

X
16 Wet suits

X
17 Awnings and fame
tents
X

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