Textiles - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determine the burning behaviour

This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the burning behaviour of textiles for apparel - other than protective clothing - before and after cleansing, when tested using the surface ignition test in EN ISO 6941.

Textilien - Bekleidungstextilien - Detailliertes Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Brennverhaltens

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Brennverhaltens von Bekleidungstextilien,
außer von Schutzkleidung, vor und nach dem Reinigen unter Anwendung des Oberflächenzündtests nach
EN ISO 6941 fest.

Textiles - Etoffes pour vêtements - Procédure détaillée pour déterminer le comportement au feu

La présente norme européenne prescrit une méthode de détermination du comportement au feu des textiles pour vêtements (autres que des vêtements de protection) avant et après nettoyage, quand ils sont soumis à l'essai d’allumage par la surface décrit dans l'EN ISO 6941.

Tekstilije - Gorljivost - Oblačilne tekstilije - Podroben opis postopka za ugotavljanje gorljivosti oblačilnih tekstilij

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
06-Dec-2005
Withdrawal Date
29-Jun-2006
ICS
13.220.40 - Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products
 
61.020 - Clothes
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 248/SC 1/WG 3 - Apparel
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
13-Oct-2022
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 1103:2006 - Textiles - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determine the burning behaviour

Relations

Replaces
EN 1103:1995 - Textiles - Burning behaviour - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determine the burning behaviour of fabrics for apparel
Effective Date
22-Dec-2008

Overview

EN 1103:2005 is a European Standard developed by CEN that defines a detailed procedure for determining the burning behaviour of textiles used in apparel, excluding protective clothing. This standard focuses on testing fabrics both before and after cleansing, utilizing the surface ignition test outlined in EN ISO 6941. The primary objective is to assess fabric ignitability and flame spread under controlled conditions, providing manufacturers, retailers, and regulators with critical information about fire safety characteristics in textile apparel.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Purpose: Applies exclusively to textiles for everyday apparel, excluding any protective or flame-retardant specialties. It addresses burning behaviour before and after washing or dry cleaning to simulate real-life use.
  • Sample Preparation: Six test specimens are cut from fabric (three in the length and three in the width direction). Specimens must be conditioned under standardized temperature and humidity before testing to ensure consistency.
  • Cleansing Procedures: Specimens are washed or dry-cleaned according to defined ISO laundering procedures based on care labels. This ensures testing reflects realistic post-care fabric conditions.
  • Test Methodology: Based on EN ISO 6941 surface ignition test with modifications-propane gas flame applied for 10 seconds, specific marker threads monitored for flame spread, and pile fabrics shaken to remove loose fibers prior to testing.
  • Measurement and Reporting: Burning characteristics recorded include time to sever marker threads, occurrence of surface flash, after-flame times, and ignition of filter paper placed beneath specimens. All data must be included in the official test report with clear specimen identification and testing conditions.
  • Limitations: KNitted fabrics may pose repeatability challenges due to fabric sagging during testing, which can affect accurate flame distance control. Such instances require notation and potential modifications in mounting methods.

Applications

  • Textile and Apparel Industry: EN 1103:2005 provides manufacturers with a standard approach to evaluate and document the fire safety performance of woven and knitted fabrics intended for clothing, supporting safer material selection and product design.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensures apparel fabrics comply with fire behaviour expectations before market release, helping brands meet consumer safety requirements and regulatory expectations.
  • Research & Development: Facilitates development of new textile products with enhanced flame resistance by enabling comparative analysis of burning behaviour pre- and post-cleaning treatments.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Supports harmonized testing protocols across Europe, enabling consistent national implementation and enforcement of fabric burning behaviour standards to reduce fire hazards in everyday apparel.

Related Standards

  • EN ISO 6941:2003 - The foundational flame spread test method for vertically oriented textile specimens used as the basis for EN 1103 burning behaviour assessment.
  • EN ISO 6330:2000 - Domestic washing and drying procedures critical for specimen pre-conditioning in accordance with EN 1103 requirements.
  • EN ISO 3175 (Parts 2, 3, 4) - Professional dry-cleaning and wet-cleaning procedures providing cleansing protocols for flame testing fabrics labeled for dry-clean only care.

By adhering to EN 1103:2005, textile producers and apparel manufacturers ensure a standardized, reliable method for evaluating fabric ignition and flame spread-a vital component in fashion safety compliance and consumer protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 1103:2005 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Textiles - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determine the burning behaviour". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the burning behaviour of textiles for apparel - other than protective clothing - before and after cleansing, when tested using the surface ignition test in EN ISO 6941.

This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the burning behaviour of textiles for apparel - other than protective clothing - before and after cleansing, when tested using the surface ignition test in EN ISO 6941.

EN 1103:2005 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.220.40 - Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products; 61.020 - Clothes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 1103:2005 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1103:1995. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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Standards Content (Sample)


2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Textilien - Bekleidungstextilien - Detailliertes Verfahren zur Bestimmung des BrennverhaltensTextiles - Etoffes pour vetements - Procédure détaillée pour déterminer le comportement au feuTextiles - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determine the burning behaviour61.0202EODþLODClothes13.220.40Sposobnost vžiga in obnašanje materialov in proizvodov pri gorenjuIgnitability and burning behaviour of materials and productsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1103:2005SIST EN 1103:2006en,fr,de01-marec-2006SIST EN 1103:2006SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 1103December 2005ICS 13.220.40; 61.020Supersedes EN 1103:1995
English VersionTextiles - Fabrics for apparel - Detailed procedure to determinethe burning behaviourTextiles - Tissus pour habillement - Procédure détailléepour la détermination du comportement à la flammeTextilien - Bekleidungstextilien - Detailliertes Verfahren zurBestimmung des BrennverhaltensThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 28 October 2005.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2005 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 1103:2005: ESIST EN 1103:2006

EN ISO 6941. 2 Normative references The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this European Standard. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN ISO 3175-2, Textiles — Dry-cleaning and finishing — Part 2: Procedure for tetrachloroethene (ISO 3175-2:1998) EN ISO 3175-3, Textiles — Professional care, drycleaning and wetcleaning of fabrics and garments — Part 3: Procedure for testing performance when cleaning and finishing using hydrocarbon solvent (ISO 3175-3:2003) EN ISO 3175-4, Textiles — Professional care, drycleaning and wetcleaning of fabrics and garments — Part 4: Procedure for testing performan
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SIST EN 1103:2006 표준은 의류용 섬유의 연소 성질을 평가하기 위한 구체적인 절차를 명시하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 범위는 보호복을 제외한 의류용 직물의 연소 행동을 검사하는 데 중점을 두고 있으며, EN ISO 6941에 명시된 표면 점화 시험을 통해서 평가됩니다. 이 표준의 강점은 연소 행동 평가가 직물의 세척 전후에 수행될 수 있다는 점에서, 사용자 안전을 위한 실질적인 기초 자료를 제공한다는 것입니다. 또한, 여러 종류의 섬유에 대한 일정한 테스트 절차를 제공함으로써, 제조업체와 소비자 모두에게 일관된 정보와 신뢰를 부여하고 있습니다. 이는 소비자의 선택에 있어 중요한 요소로 작용합니다. SIST EN 1103:2006 표준은 의류 산업에서의 연소 안전성을 제고하는 데 상당히 중요한 역할을 합니다. 특히, 소비자의 안전을 고려할 때 매우 관련성이 높으며, 가정 및 상업 환경에서 발생할 수 있는 화재 위험을 최소화하는 데 기여합니다. 이와 같은 표준은 지속 가능한 패션과 안전한 생산을 위한 기초를 마련하는 데 필수적입니다.

SIST EN 1103:2006 は、衣料用織物の燃焼挙動を評価するための詳細な手続きを定めた重要な標準であり、特に保護服を除く衣料品に適用されます。この標準は、EN ISO 6941 に基づく表面点火試験を用いて、クリーニング前後の燃焼挙動を決定する手続きを明確にしています。 この標準の強みは、燃焼試験に関する明確なガイドラインを提供している点です。具体的には、試験の実施方法、条件、及び評価基準が詳細に記されており、適用性が高いことが挙げられます。さらに、テキスタイル業界における安全性の向上を目指す企業にとって、この標準は不可欠な参考となるでしょう。 また、EN 1103:2005 により、製品の燃焼挙動を科学的に評価することが可能となり、消費者の安全を守る一助となるため、業界全体にとっての関連性も高いと言えます。これによって、企業は自社製品の遵守状況を評価し、必要な改良を加えるための基準を得ることができるのです。 総じて、SIST EN 1103:2006 は、衣料用織物の燃焼挙動に関する研究や製品開発において不可欠な標準であり、販売側と消費者の双方にとって非常に重要な基準となります。

The standard EN 1103:2005 provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the burning behaviour of textiles for apparel, specifically focusing on non-protective clothing. This standard is crucial for manufacturers and consumers alike, as it establishes a detailed procedure to evaluate how fabrics react to fire, with implications for safety and compliance within the textile industry. One of the key strengths of this standard is its emphasis on providing test results both pre- and post-cleansing, which ensures that the fabric's fire resistance is assessed in a state that reflects real-world conditions. This dual evaluation offers a more accurate picture of a textile’s performance, allowing manufacturers to make informed decisions regarding fabric use in apparel design. The testing method specified, the surface ignition test outlined in EN ISO 6941, is widely recognized and employed, ensuring that results are consistent and reliable across different materials. Additionally, the relevance of EN 1103:2005 cannot be overstated in today's market, where consumer safety is paramount and regulatory compliance is essential. With increasing awareness of fire hazards and the potential risks associated with textile materials, this standard plays a critical role in guiding manufacturers to produce safer apparel. By adhering to the detailed procedures laid out in this document, companies can enhance their products' safety profile, thereby improving consumer trust and potentially expanding market reach. In summary, EN 1103:2005 stands as a vital standard within the textile industry, providing essential guidelines for assessing the burning behaviour of textiles for apparel. Its rigorous methodology and focus on practical applications make it a significant resource for manufacturers aiming to uphold safety standards in their products.