FTTS-FA-007　Wrinkle Free Textiles

Cotton fabrics are soft, comfortable, and readily absorb perspiration, but 100% cotton winkles very easily, especially after laundering, and so must be ironed. However, many cotton fabrics are now made with a wrinkle-free process that keeps them flat and smooth even after laundering – no more ironing required. Easy care is a high priority for busy working people, and these fabrics can be worn every day without losing their wrinkle-free, smooth look. Regulations for Wrinkle-Free Fabrics forbid the presence of formaldehyde in fabric resin because formaldehyde could cause cancer and negative stimulation to nose, eyes and skin.

Taiwan technology for Wrinkle Free Textiles sustains a grade of at least 3.5 on a 5-point rating. The test method used is AATCC 143.

Scope

This criterion is applicable to the evaluation and testing of the smoothness appearance of texitle, apparel after repeated home laundering.

Performance specification

3.1 Smoothness Appearance after 5 washes

Grade

Classification

4.0≦SA≦5.0

Excellent

3.5≦SA＜4.0

Good

3.0≦SA＜3.5

Moderate

3.2 Crease Retention after 5 washes

Grade

Classification

CR＝5.0

Excellent

4.0≦CR＜5.0

Good

3.0≦CR＜4.0

Moderate

3.3 Smoothness Appearance after 5 washes

Grade

Classification

SS＝5.0

Excellent

4.0≦SS＜5.0

Good

3.0≦SS＜4.0

Moderate

3.4 Formaldehyde content

Grade

Formaldehyde content

Classification

1

ppm≦45

Excellent

2

45＜ppm＜75

Good

3

75＜ppm≦300

Moderate