ASTM D5432-12(2019)

Standard Performance Specification for Blanket Products for Institutional and Household Use

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 Upon mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier, woven products intended for this end use should meet all of the requirements listed in Table 1 of this specification.  
4.2 It is recognized that for purposes of fashion or aesthetics the ultimate consumer of articles made from these fabrics may find acceptable products that do not conform to all of the requirements in Table 1. Therefore, one or more of the requirements listed in Table 1 may be modified by mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier.  
4.2.1 In such cases, any references to the specification shall specify that: This product meets Specification D5432 except for the following characteristic(s).  
4.3 Where no prepurchase agreement has been reached between the purchaser and the supplier, and in case of controversy, the requirements listed in Table 1 are intended to be used as a guide only. As noted in 4.2, ultimate consumer demands dictate varying performance parameters for any particular style.  
4.4 The significance and use of particular properties and test methods are discussed in the appropriate sections of the specified test methods.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the evaluation of specific performance characteristics of importance in thermal woven, conventional woven, flocked, nonwoven, and knitted blanket products for use in institutional and household environments.  
1.2 This specification may be used by mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier to establish purchasing specification requirements.  
1.3 The requirements in Table 1 apply to the length and width directions for those properties where fabric direction is pertinent.  
1.4 This specification does not include requirements for electric blankets. Electric blankets are specified under UL 964 requirements dictated by the Underwriter's Laboratories.  
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 14-Jan-2019
• ICS: 97.160 - Home textiles. Linen
• Technical Committee: D13 - Textiles
• Drafting Committee: D13.63 - Home Furnishings

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D5432-12 - Standard Performance Specification for Blanket Products for Institutional and Household Use
• Effective Date: 15-Jan-2019
• Refers: ASTM D7023-06(2018) - Standard Terminology Relating to Home Furnishings
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2018
• Refers: ASTM D123-17 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2017
• Refers: ASTM D123-15b - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 15-Sep-2015
• Refers: ASTM D123-15a - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Refers: ASTM D2724-07(2015) - Standard Test Methods for Bonded, Fused, and Laminated Apparel Fabrics
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2015
• Refers: ASTM D6797-15 - Standard Test Method for Bursting Strength of Fabrics Constant-Rate-of-Extension (CRE) Ball Burst Test (Withdrawn 2024)
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2015
• Refers: ASTM D123-15 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2015
• Refers: ASTM D123-13a - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 15-Jun-2013
• Refers: ASTM D123-13ae1 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 15-Jun-2013
• Refers: ASTM D123-13 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 15-May-2013
• Refers: ASTM D7023-06(2012) - Standard Terminology Relating to Home Furnishings
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2012
• Refers: ASTM D123-12 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2012
• Refers: ASTM D123-12e1 - Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2012
• Refers: ASTM D6797-07(2011) - Standard Test Method for Bursting Strength of Fabrics Constant-Rate-of-Extension (CRE) Ball Burst Test
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2011

Overview

ASTM D5432-12(2019) establishes a standard performance specification for blanket products utilized in institutional and household environments. Developed by ASTM International, this textile standard outlines the minimum performance criteria for a range of blanket types, including thermal woven, conventional woven, flocked, nonwoven, and knitted products. The specification provides a mutual reference point for manufacturers, suppliers, and purchasers to ensure blanket products meet agreed-upon quality benchmarks and performance requirements.

This standard is not intended for electric blankets, which are covered under separate regulations (UL 964). It aims to support both technical and purchasing decisions for institutions and households by enhancing product consistency and consumer confidence in blanket performance.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability: Covers thermal woven, conventional woven, flocked, nonwoven, and knitted blankets for institutional and household use.
• Performance Characteristics: Specifies criteria such as breaking force, bursting strength, dimensional stability, colorfastness (including laundering and drycleaning), flammability, and post-laundering appearance.
• Testing Methods: References standardized test methods for evaluating properties:
  • ASTM and AATCC (colorfastness, dimensional change, strength, appearance)
  • Requirements tailored for both length and width directions where applicable.
• Purchaser-Supplier Agreements: Allows for modification of requirements by mutual agreement to cater to specific needs in fashion, aesthetics, or end-user preferences.
• Guidance for Disputes: When no prior agreement exists, the requirements serve as a reference guide in case of dispute.
• Exclusions: Does not cover electric blankets or prescribe safety practices associated with blanket use.

Applications

Institutional Use:

• Hospitals, hotels, correctional facilities, and other institutions can utilize this standard to specify and evaluate blanket products for durability, safety, and consistent quality.
• Standardizes procurement, aiding bulk purchases and enabling straightforward vendor comparisons.

Household Use:

• Supports consumers and retailers in assessing product durability, color retention, and safety attributes, enhancing confidence in blanket selection.
• Provides manufacturers with clear benchmarks for marketing and product development.

Supply Chain Management:

• Manufacturers and suppliers can use the standard to align production processes with the performance needs of clients.
• Reduces misunderstandings and fosters transparent communication about product standards.

Quality Assurance and Testing:

• Testing laboratories and certification bodies reference ASTM D5432 requirements to validate compliance and issue product certifications, strengthening trust throughout the supply chain.

Related Standards

For comprehensive compliance and product evaluation, reference the following related standards:

• ASTM D4151 - Flammability of Blankets
• ASTM D5034 - Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)
• ASTM D3786, D6797 - Bursting Strength of Fabrics
• AATCC TM8, TM16.3, TM61, TM96, TM97, TM116, TM132, TM135 - Various tests for colorfastness, laundering, and dimensional changes
• UL 964 - Electrical Blanket Requirements (for products containing heating elements)
• ASTM D123, D2724, D7023 - Textile terminology, bond strength, and home furnishings references

Practical Value

Using ASTM D5432-12(2019) as a reference enables organizations and individuals to establish a common, internationally recognized baseline for blanket product quality. This facilitates improved product performance, consumer satisfaction, and streamlined procurement and manufacturing processes across the textile industry. Employing this standard in purchasing and quality assurance ensures that blanket products for institutional and household use are safe, reliable, and meet intended performance expectations.

Standards Content (Sample)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D5432 −12 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Performance Specification for
Blanket Products for Institutional and Household Use
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5432; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Textiles (Withdrawn 2008)
D3786 Test Method for Bursting Strength of Textile
1.1 This specification covers the evaluation of specific
Fabrics—Diaphragm Bursting Strength Tester Method
performance characteristics of importance in thermal woven,
D4151 Test Method for Flammability of Blankets
conventional woven, flocked, nonwoven, and knitted blanket
D5034 TestMethodforBreakingStrengthandElongationof
products for use in institutional and household environments.
Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)
1.2 This specification may be used by mutual agreement
D6797 Test Method for Bursting Strength of Fabrics
between the purchaser and the supplier to establish purchasing
Constant-Rate-of-Extension (CRE) Ball Burst Test
specification requirements.
D7023 Terminology Relating to Home Furnishings
2.2 AATCC Standards:
1.3 The requirements in Table 1 apply to the length and
width directions for those properties where fabric direction is TM8 Colorfastness to Crocking: Crockmeter Method
TM16.3 Colorfastness to Light: Xenon-Arc
pertinent.
TM61 Colorfastness to Laundering: Accelerated
1.4 This specification does not include requirements for
TM96 Dimensional Changes in Commercial Laundering of
electric blankets. Electric blankets are specified under UL 964
Woven and Knitted Fabrics Except Wool
requirements dictated by the Underwriter’s Laboratories.
TM97 Extractable Content of Textiles
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
TM116 Colorfastness to Crocking: Rotary Vertical Crock-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
meter Method
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
TM132 Colorfastness to Drycleaning
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
TM135 Dimensional Changes of Fabrics after Home Laun-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
dering
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
EP1 Gray Scale for Color Change
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
EP2 Gray Scale for Staining
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
EP8 9-Step Chromatic Transference Scale
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- 5
2.3 UL Standard:
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
UL 964 Electrically Heating Bedding
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
NOTE 1—Reference to test methods in this specification give only the
pertinent part of the designation ofASTM,AATCC, or other test methods.
2. Referenced Documents
The current edition of each test method shall prevail.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
3. Terminology
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D2724 Test Method for Bond Strength of Bonded, Fused, 3.1 Definitions:
and Laminated Apparel Fabrics
3.1.1 For all terminology related to Home Furnishings see
D2905 Practice for Statements on Number of Specimens for Terminology D7023.
3.1.2 The following terms are relevant to this standard:
blanket, for bedding.
1 3.1.3 For definitions of all other textile terms see Terminol-
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on
Textiles and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.63 on Home ogy D123.
Furnishings.
Current edition approved Jan. 15, 2019. Published February 2019. Originally
approved in 1993. Last previous edition approved in 2012 as D5432 - 12. DOI: The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
10.1520/D5432-12R19. www.astm.org.
2 4
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM (AATCC), P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Available from Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road,
the ASTM website. Northbrook, IL 60062-0296.
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D5432 − 12 (2019)
TABLE 1 Specification Requirements
5. Sampling
Requirements
5.1 Acceptance Testing Lot—Unless there is prior
Characteristic
Knits/Flock Woven/Nonwoven Section
agreement, consider as a lot for acceptance testing all material
Breaking Force (CRT . . . 89 N (20 lbf) min 7.1.1
of a single item as a single shipment.
A
method)
each direction
5.2 Lot Samples and Laboratory Samples—For acceptance
Bursting force, 345 kpa (50 psi) min 7.1.2
A testing, take lot samples and laboratory samples as directed in
(ball burst)
Dimensional change: each of the applicable test methods.
After 5 launderings 7.2.1
5.3 Specimens—Take the number of specimens directed in
each direction
Wool (50 % or more) ±6.0 % max ±6.0 % max
each of the applicable test methods. Perform the tests on the
Cotton ±5.0 % max ±5.0 % max
product as it reaches the customer. Any “partially finished” or
All others ±3.5 % max ±3.5 % max
“post-finish” fabrics should be processed in accordance with
After 3 drycleanings 7.2.3
each direction
the fabric manufacturer’s instructions.
All fabrics ±3.5 % max ±3.5 % max
B
Colorfastness: 5.4 If the applicable test method does not specify the
Laundering: 7.3.1
number of specimens, use the procedures in Practice D2905 to
C C
Shade Change Grade 4 min Grade 4 min
D D determinethenumberofspecimensperlaboratorysampleunit.
Staining Grade 3 min Grade 3 min
Drycleaning 7.3.2
5.4.1 Use a reliable estimate of the variability of individual
C C
Shade Change Grade 4 min Grade 4 min
observations on similar materials in the user’s laboratory,
Crocking: 7.3.3
D,E D,E
5.4.2 A95 % probability level, and
Dry Grade 4 min Grade 4 min
D,E D,E
Wet Grade 3 min Grade 3 min
5.4.3 An allowable difference of 5 % of the average be-
C C
Light (20 Step 4 min Step 4 min 7.3.4
tween the test results on laboratory sampling units and the
A
AFU) )
average for the laboratory sampling unit. The average for a
Flammability Class I Class I 7.4
F F
Laundered Acceptable Acceptable 7.5.1
laboratory sampling unit is the average that would be obtained
Appearance
by applying the test method to all of the potential specimens
A
There is more than one standard method that can be used to measure breaking
from that laboratory sampling unit.
force, bursting force, and lightfastness. These methods cannot be used inter-
changeably since there may be no overall correlation between them (see Notes
2-6, and 8).
6. Specification Requirements
B
Grade for color change and color transfer is based on a numerical scale of 5 for
negligible or no color change or color transfer to 1 for severe color change or color 6.1 Fabrics—The properties of fabrics for institutional and
transfer. The numerical rating in Table 1 or higher is acceptable.
household conventional woven, thermal woven, flocked,
C
AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change.
D nonwoven, and knitted blankets shall conform to the specifi-
AATCC Gray Scale for Staining.
E
AATCC 9-Step Chromatic Transference Scale.
cation requireme
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