EN ISO 6330:2021
(Main)Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing (ISO 6330:2021)
Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing (ISO 6330:2021)
1.1 This document specifies domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing. The procedures are applicable to textile fabrics, garments or other textile articles which are subjected to appropriate combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. This document also specifies the reference detergents and ballasts for the procedures.
1.2 Provision is made for
a) 16 different washing procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type A: horizontal axis, front-loading type,
b) 12 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type B: vertical axis, top-loading agitator type, and
c) 7 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type C: vertical axis, top-loading pulsator type.
1.3 Each washing procedure represents a single domestic wash.
1.4 This document also specifies six drying procedures: line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry, flat press, and tumble dry.
1.5 A complete test consists of a washing and drying procedure.
NOTE Use of different parameters (washing machine type, detergent type and type of tumble dryer) can affect test results for any test using this document.
Textilien - Nichtgewerbliche Wasch- und Trocknungsverfahren zur Prüfung von Textilien (ISO 6330:2021)
Dieses Dokument legt nichtgewerbliche Wasch und Trocknungsverfahren zur Prüfung von Textilien fest. Die Verfahren sind anzuwenden für textile Flächengebilde, Bekleidung oder andere Textilerzeugnisse, die geeigneten Kombinationen von nichtgewerblichen Wasch und Trocknungsverfahren ausgesetzt werden. Dieses Dokument legt auch Bezugswaschmittel und Beiladungen für die Verfahren fest.
1.2 Festlegungen werden getroffen für:
a) 16 verschiedene Waschverfahren, unter Verwendung der Bezugswaschmaschine Typ A: Frontlader-Waschmaschine mit horizontal umlaufender Trommel,
b) 12 Verfahren, unter Verwendung der von oben beschickten Bezugswaschmaschine Typ B, Wellenrad-Waschmaschine mit vertikal umlaufender Trommel, und
c) 7 Verfahren, unter Verwendung der von oben beschickten Bezugswaschmaschine Typ C, Pulsator-Waschmaschine mit vertikal umlaufender Trommel.
1.3 Jedes Waschverfahren stellt eine einzelne nichtgewerbliche Wäsche dar.
1.4 Dieses Dokument legt auch sechs Trocknungsverfahren fest: Trocknen auf der Leine, Trocknen auf der Leine aus dem tropfnassen Zustand, Trocknen im liegenden Zustand, Trocknen aus dem tropfnassen Zustand im Liegen, Flachbügelpressen, Trommeltrocknen.
1.5 Eine vollständige Prüfung besteht aus einem Wasch und Trocknungsverfahren.
ANMERKUNG Die Nutzung unterschiedlicher Parameter (Waschmaschinentyp, Waschmitteltyp und Typ des Trommeltrockners) kann die Prüfergebnisse bei Prüfungen unter Anwendung dieses Dokuments beeinflussen.
Textiles - Méthodes de lavage et de séchage domestiques en vue des essais des textiles (ISO 6330:2021)
1.1 Le présent document spécifie des méthodes de lavage et de séchage domestiques pour les essais des textiles. Ces méthodes sont applicables aux étoffes, vêtements ou autres articles textiles qui sont soumis à des combinaisons appropriées de méthodes de lavage et de séchage domestiques. Le présent document spécifie également les détergents de référence et les charges d'appoint pour ces méthodes.
1.2 Pour les essais, il est prévu:
a) 16 méthodes différentes de lavage utilisant la machine à laver de référence de type A, à axe horizontal et à chargement frontal;
b) 12 méthodes de lavage utilisant la machine à laver de référence de type B, à axe vertical et à chargement par le haut, avec agitateur;
c) 7 méthodes de lavage utilisant la machine à laver de référence de type C, à axe vertical et à chargement par le haut, avec pulsateur.
1.3 Chaque méthode de lavage correspond à un seul lavage domestique.
1.4 Le présent document définit également six modes de séchage: séchage sur fil, séchage sur fil par égouttage, séchage à plat, séchage à plat par égouttage, séchage à la presse et séchage en tambour.
1.5 Un essai complet correspond à une méthode de lavage plus un mode de séchage.
NOTE L'utilisation de paramètres différents (type de machine à laver, de détergent, de séchoir à tambour) peut avoir une incidence sur les résultats de tout essai effectué conformément au présent document.
Tekstilije - Gospodinjskii postopki pranja in sušenja za preskušanje tekstila (ISO 6330:2021)
1.1 Ta dokument določa gospodinjske postopke pranja in sušenja za preskušanje tekstila. Postopki se uporabljajo za tekstilne tkanine, oblačila ali druge tekstilne izdelke, ki so izpostavljeni ustreznim kombinacijam gospodinjskih postopkov pranja in sušenja. Ta dokument določa tudi referenčne detergente in obremenitve za postopke. 1.2 Opisanih je: a) 16 različnih pralnih postopkov na podlagi uporabe referenčnega pralnega stroja tipa A: vodoravna os, polnjenje od spredaj, b) 12 postopkov na podlagi uporabe referenčnega pralnega stroja tipa B: navpična os, polnjenje od zgoraj, mešalni tip, in c) 7 postopkov na podlagi uporabe referenčnega pralnega stroja tipa C: navpična os, polnjenje od zgoraj, pulzirajoči tip. 1.3 Vsak pralni postopek predstavlja posamezno gospodinjsko pranje. 1.4 Ta dokument določa tudi šest postopkov sušenja: sušenje na vrvi, sušenje na vrvi brez ožemanja, sušenje na ravni podlagi, sušenje na ravni podlagi brez ožemanja, stiskanje na ravni podlagi in sušenje v sušilnem stroju. 1.5 Celoten preskus sestavljata postopek pranja in sušenja. OPOMBA: Uporaba različnih parametrov (tip pralnega stroja, tip detergenta in tip sušilnega stroja) lahko vpliva na rezultate preskusov, ki se izvajajo na podlagi tega dokumenta.
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Overview - EN ISO 6330:2021 (Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing)
EN ISO 6330:2021 defines standardized domestic washing and drying procedures used for textile testing. Published by CEN (identical to ISO 6330:2021), the standard specifies how to reproduce typical household laundering actions in the lab so that results (shrinkage, appearance change, colour fastness, dimensional stability, etc.) are comparable and repeatable across laboratories and test reports.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope: Procedures for textile fabrics, garments and other textile articles subjected to combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. The standard also specifies reference detergents and ballasts.
- Reference washing machine types:
- Type A: Horizontal axis, front-loading (16 washing procedures)
- Type B: Vertical axis, top-loading agitator (12 procedures)
- Type C: Vertical axis, top-loading pulsator (7 procedures)
- Drying procedures: Six defined methods - line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry, flat press and tumble dry.
- Ballasts and load control: Defined ballast types (Type I - 100% cotton, Type II - 50/50 cotton/polyester, Type III - 100% polyester, plus other ballast options), with rules for total wash load, specimen numbers and load-to-ballast ratios.
- Reference detergents and water: Specifies seven reference detergents and water quality parameters (hardness, inlet temperature, pressure).
- Apparatus and endpoints: Specifications for tumble dryer types (vented, condenser, large vented), electrically heated flat-bed press, and methods to determine endpoint moisture (time settings or automatic sensing).
- Reporting and annexes: Test report requirements and normative annexes detailing machine specifications, procedures, detergent compositions and ballast specifications.
Practical applications and users
- Manufacturers and product developers use EN ISO 6330 to validate garment and fabric performance under home-laundering conditions.
- Test laboratories and quality control teams adopt the standard to produce reproducible, accredited test data for shrinkage, color change, dimensional stability and appearance after washing/drying.
- Regulatory and compliance bodies, retail brands and textile R&D departments rely on the standard for material specifications, care labeling guidance and comparative benchmarking.
- Useful for material selection, design validation and claims substantiation (e.g., “machine washable”).
Related standards and notes
- EN ISO 6330 is often used alongside other textile standards (e.g., ISO methods for colour fastness, ISO tests for dimensional change).
- Note: Different parameters (machine type, detergent, dryer type) can affect test outcomes - maintain consistency with the chosen EN ISO 6330 procedure to ensure comparable results.
Keywords: EN ISO 6330, domestic washing and drying procedures, textile testing, reference detergents, washing machine types, tumble dry, ballast, textile standards.
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EN ISO 6330:2021 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing (ISO 6330:2021)". This standard covers: 1.1 This document specifies domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing. The procedures are applicable to textile fabrics, garments or other textile articles which are subjected to appropriate combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. This document also specifies the reference detergents and ballasts for the procedures. 1.2 Provision is made for a) 16 different washing procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type A: horizontal axis, front-loading type, b) 12 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type B: vertical axis, top-loading agitator type, and c) 7 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type C: vertical axis, top-loading pulsator type. 1.3 Each washing procedure represents a single domestic wash. 1.4 This document also specifies six drying procedures: line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry, flat press, and tumble dry. 1.5 A complete test consists of a washing and drying procedure. NOTE Use of different parameters (washing machine type, detergent type and type of tumble dryer) can affect test results for any test using this document.
1.1 This document specifies domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing. The procedures are applicable to textile fabrics, garments or other textile articles which are subjected to appropriate combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. This document also specifies the reference detergents and ballasts for the procedures. 1.2 Provision is made for a) 16 different washing procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type A: horizontal axis, front-loading type, b) 12 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type B: vertical axis, top-loading agitator type, and c) 7 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type C: vertical axis, top-loading pulsator type. 1.3 Each washing procedure represents a single domestic wash. 1.4 This document also specifies six drying procedures: line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry, flat press, and tumble dry. 1.5 A complete test consists of a washing and drying procedure. NOTE Use of different parameters (washing machine type, detergent type and type of tumble dryer) can affect test results for any test using this document.
EN ISO 6330:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.01 - Textiles in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2022
Nadomešča:
SIST EN ISO 6330:2012
Tekstilije - Gospodinjskii postopki pranja in sušenja za preskušanje tekstila (ISO
6330:2021)
Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing (ISO 6330:2021)
Textilien - Nichtgewerbliche Wasch- und Trocknungsverfahren zur Prüfung von Textilien
(ISO 6330:2021)
Textiles - Méthodes de lavage et de séchage domestiques en vue des essais des
textiles (ISO 6330:2021)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 6330:2021
ICS:
59.080.01 Tekstilije na splošno Textiles in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 6330
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
December 2021
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 59.080.01 Supersedes EN ISO 6330:2012
English Version
Textiles - Domestic washing and drying procedures for
textile testing (ISO 6330:2021)
Textiles - Méthodes de lavage et de séchage Textilien - Nichtgewerbliche Wasch- und
domestiques en vue des essais des textiles (ISO Trocknungsverfahren zur Prüfung von Textilien (ISO
6330:2021) 6330:2021)
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European foreword . 3
European foreword
This document (EN ISO 6330:2021) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 38 "Textiles" in
collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 248 “Textiles and textile products” the secretariat of
which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
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withdrawn at the latest by June 2022.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 6330:2012.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards
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United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 6330:2021 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 6330:2021 without any modification.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 6330
Fourth edition
2021-11
Textiles — Domestic washing and
drying procedures for textile testing
Textiles — Méthodes de lavage et de séchage domestiques en vue des
essais des textiles
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ISO 6330:2021(E)
ISO 6330:2021(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction . vi
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 2
5 Apparatus and materials .3
5.1 Automatic washing machines . 3
5.1.1 Reference washing machine Type A — Horizontal axis, front-loading type . 3
5.1.2 Reference washing machine Type B — Vertical axis, top-loading agitator
type . 3
5.1.3 Reference washing machine Type C — Vertical Axis, top-loading pulsator
type . 3
5.2 Tumble dryers . 3
5.2.1 Type A1 tumble dryer — Vented . 3
5.2.2 Type A2 tumble dryer — Condenser . 3
5.2.3 Type A3 tumble dryer — Large vented . 3
5.3 Electrically (dry) heated flat-bed press. 3
5.4 Line drying . 3
5.5 Drying racks . 3
5.6 Ballasts . 3
5.6.1 Type I, 100 % cotton ballast . 3
5.6.2 Type II, 50 % cotton/50 % polyester ballast . 3
5.6.3 Type III, 100 % polyester ballast . 3
5.6.4 Other ballast . 4
6 Reagents . 4
6.1 Reference detergents . 4
6.1.1 Reference detergent 1 . 4
6.1.2 Reference detergent 2 . 4
6.1.3 Reference detergent 3 . 4
6.1.4 Reference detergent 4 . 4
6.1.5 Reference detergent 5 . 4
6.1.6 Reference detergent 6 . 5
6.1.7 Reference detergent 7 . 5
6.2 Water . 5
6.2.1 Water hardness . . 5
6.2.2 Water pressure . 5
6.2.3 Cold-water inlet temperature . 5
7 Conditioning and testing atmosphere. 5
8 Wash load . 5
8.1 Total wash load . 5
8.2 Number of specimens . 5
8.3 Selection of ballast . 6
8.4 Ratio of load to ballast . 6
9 Washing procedure .6
10 Drying procedure . 7
10.1 General . 7
10.2 Open-air dry . 7
10.2.1 General . 7
10.2.2 Procedure A — Line dry . 7
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10.2.3 Procedure B — Line drip dry . 7
10.2.4 Procedure C — Flat dry . 7
10.2.5 Procedure D — Flat drip dry . 8
10.3 Procedure E — Flat press . 8
10.4 Procedure F — Tumble dry . 8
10.4.1 General . 8
10.4.2 Endpoint moisture content by setting time . 8
10.4.3 Endpoint overdry state by setting time . 8
10.4.4 Endpoint moisture content by automatic tumble dryer sensing . 9
11 Domestic washing and drying procedure report. 9
Annex A (normative) Specification for reference washing machine Type A — Horizontal axis,
front-loading type .10
Annex B (normative) Specification for wash procedures for reference washing machine
Type A .13
Annex C (normative) Specification for machines and procedures for reference washing
machine Type B — Vertical axis, top-loading agitator type .18
Annex D (normative) Specification for reference washing machine Type C — Vertical axis,
top-loading pulsator type .19
Annex E (normative) Specification for washing procedures for reference washing machine
Type C .20
Annex F (normative) Specification for tumble dryers .21
Annex G (normative) Specifications for all ballast types used in washing .22
Annex H (normative) Nominal percentage composition for non-phosphate powder
reference detergent 1 .24
Annex I (normative) Nominal percentage composition for non-phosphate reference
detergent 2 .26
Annex J (normative) Nominal percentage composition for non-phosphate reference
detergent 3 .27
Annex K (normative) Nominal percentage composition for reference detergent 4 .28
Annex L (normative) Nominal percentage composition for reference detergent 6.29
Annex M (normative) Nominal percentage composition for reference detergent 7 .30
Annex N (normative) Distribution and mixing of reference detergent 2, 3, or 6 .31
Annex O (normative) Determination of cycle drying time for tumble dryers with a timer
device .33
Bibliography .36
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Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 38, Textiles, Subcommittee SC 2, Cleansing,
finishing and water resistance tests, in collaboration with the European Committee for Standardization
(CEN) Technical Committee CEN/TC 248, Textiles and textile products, in accordance with the Agreement
on technical cooperation between ISO and CEN (Vienna Agreement).
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition (ISO 6330:2012), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— a new terminology [wash load (3.11)] has been added for clarification;
— information on available detergents have been updated;
— information on ballasts have been clarified;
— acceptable devices have been updated;
— in Annex L, the reference detergent has been corrected as SDC reference detergent Type 4 (it was
incorrectly designated as IEC reference detergent A in ISO 6330:2000);
— annexes within the document have been harmonized.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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Introduction
This document is utilized by a broad range of textile quality and performance evaluations including
but not exclusive to: smoothness appearance, dimensional change, stain release, water resistance,
water repellence, colour fastness to domestic laundering, and care labelling that are prescribed in other
international and regional test method standards.
This document is also used to evaluate not only the attributes of fabrics themselves but also the
performance of apparel, home products and other textile end-products. The selection of washing
and drying machines and their associated ballast types, detergents, and other drying options are
determined according to the international region in which the textile will be used by consumers.
NOTE Suitable machines, detergents and ballast are available commercially. If you need this information,
please contact the ISO TC 38/SC 2 Secretariat.
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Textiles — Domestic washing and drying procedures for
textile testing
1 Scope
1.1 This document specifies domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing. The
procedures are applicable to textile fabrics, garments or other textile articles which are subjected to
appropriate combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. This document also specifies
the reference detergents and ballasts for the procedures.
1.2 Provision is made for
a) 16 different washing procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type A:
horizontal axis, front-loading type,
b) 12 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type B: vertical axis, top-loading
agitator type, and
c) 7 procedures based on the use of the reference washing machine Type C: vertical axis, top-loading
pulsator type.
1.3 Each washing procedure represents a single domestic wash.
1.4 This document also specifies six drying procedures: line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry,
flat press, and tumble dry.
1.5 A complete test consists of a washing and drying procedure.
NOTE Use of different parameters (washing machine type, detergent type and type of tumble dryer) can
affect test results for any test using this document.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 139, Textiles — Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing
ISO 6059, Water quality — Determination of the sum of calcium and magnesium — EDTA titrimetric method
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at http:// www .electropedia .org/
ISO 6330:2021(E)
3.1
ambient condition
temperature and relative humidity in the test environment not differing from the typical indoor
condition or the typical outdoor condition in the region where the test is performed
3.2
ballast
textile fabric to be added to the specimen(s) under test in order to fill the mass required by the washing
procedure
3.3
tumbler moisture sensor
control unit in a tumble dryer capable of measuring the humidity of the load and ending the drying
operation at a predetermined residual moisture level
3.4
overdrying
prolonged drying operation where the load is dried until all remaining moisture in the load has been
removed
3.5
reference detergent
detergent with specified formulations to be used for testing purposes
3.6
reference washing machine
washing machine with defined engineering specifications to be used for testing purposes
3.7
washing procedure
cycle of the washing action including water supplying, washing, and repeated rinsing, spinning (3.8)
and water supplying and ended by spinning as predetermined on the washing machine
3.8
spinning
water-extracting process in the washing machine by which water is removed from the textiles by
centrifugal action as a part of the washing procedure (3.7)
3.9
still air
air not influenced by any natural wind or mechanical device giving it a forced flow
3.10
total air-dry load mass
mass the specimen under test and the ballast in a conditioned state following ISO 139
3.11
wash load
material to be processed, comprised of the ballast and specimen mixed together
4 Principle
A specimen is washed in an automatic washing machine and dried according to specified procedures.
ISO 6330:2021(E)
5 Apparatus and materials
5.1 Automatic washing machines
5.1.1 Reference washing machine Type A — Horizontal axis, front-loading type
The specification for reference washing machine Type A shall be in accordance with Annex A.
5.1.2 Reference washing machine Type B — Vertical axis, top-loading agitator type
The specification for reference washing machine Type B shall be in accordance with Annex C.
5.1.3 Reference washing machine Type C — Vertical Axis, top-loading pulsator type
The specification for reference washing machine Type C shall be in accordance with Annex D.
5.2 Tumble dryers
5.2.1 Type A1 tumble dryer — Vented
The specification for Type A1 tumble dryer shall be in accordance with Annex F.
5.2.2 Type A2 tumble dryer — Condenser
The specification for Type A2 tumble dryer shall be in accordance with Annex F.
5.2.3 Type A3 tumble dryer — Large vented
The specification for Type A3 tumble dryer shall be in accordance with Annex F.
5.3 Electrically (dry) heated flat-bed press
If this method of drying is used, the type of press shall be specified among the interested parties.
5.4 Line drying
For procedure for line drying, see 10.2.1; for line drip drying, see 10.2.2.
5.5 Drying racks
Use screen drying racks of approximately 16 mesh stainless steel or plastic for flat drying (see 10.2.3)
or flat drip drying (see 10.2.4).
5.6 Ballasts
5.6.1 Type I, 100 % cotton ballast
The nominal composition of 100 % Cotton ballast shall be in accordance with Annex G.
5.6.2 Type II, 50 % cotton/50 % polyester ballast
The nominal composition of 50 % cotton/50 % polyester ballast shall be in accordance with Annex G.
5.6.3 Type III, 100 % polyester ballast
The nominal composition of 100 % polyester ballast shall be in accordance with Annex G.
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5.6.4 Other ballast
Ballast associated with another product performance specification may be used if agreed upon between
interested parties. If used, include alternate ballasts in the test report.
6 Reagents
6.1 Reference detergents
NOTE Annex H uses the term “brightener”, Annexes I and L use the term “optical whitener”, and Annex K
uses the term “optical brightener”, both of which represent “optical brightener”.
6.1.1 Reference detergent 1
Reference detergent 1 is a non-phosphate powder detergent without enzymes and is available both
with and without optical brightener. [Other designations are 1993 AATCC standard reference detergent
without optical brightener (WOB) and 1993 AATCC standard reference detergent with optical
brightener.]
Reference detergent 1 may only be used in machine Type B.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 1 shall be in accordance with Annex H.
6.1.2 Reference detergent 2
Reference detergent 2 is a non-phosphate powder detergent with optical brightener and with enzymes.
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(Another designation is IEC reference detergent A .)
Reference detergent 2 may be used in both machine Type A and Type B.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 2 shall be in accordance with Annex I.
Distribution and mixing shall be in accordance with Annex N.
6.1.3 Reference detergent 3
Reference detergent 3 is a non-phosphate powder detergent without optical brightener and without
enzymes. (Another designation is ECE reference detergent 98.)
Reference detergent 3 may be used in both machine Type A and Type B.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 3 shall be in accordance with Annex J.
Distribution and mixing shall be in accordance with Annex N.
6.1.4 Reference detergent 4
Reference detergent 4 is a non-phosphate powder detergent with optical brightener and with enzymes.
[Another designation is JIS K 3371 (Category 1).] Reference detergent 4 can only be used in washing
machine Type C.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 4 shall be in accordance with Annex K.
6.1.5 Reference detergent 5
Reference detergent 5 was a non-phosphate liquid detergent available from AATCC. It is no longer
commercially available. In order to maintain continuity through the rest of the document and eliminate
confusion in the markets, subsequent references will maintain their original names (i.e. Reference
Detergent 6 will continue to be known as Reference Detergent 6).
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6.1.6 Reference detergent 6
Reference detergent 6 is a non-phosphate powder detergent with optical brightener and without
enzymes.
Reference detergent 6 may be used in machine Type A.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 6 shall be in accordance with Annex L.
Distribution and mixing shall be in accordance with Annex N.
6.1.7 Reference detergent 7
Reference detergent 7 is a liquid detergent for wool/silk material for mild/delicate washing process.
This detergent can be suitable for materials that are typically labelled as delicate or hand wash.
The nominal composition of reference detergent 7 shall be in accordance with Annex M.
6.2 Water
6.2.1 Water hardness
Water hardness shall be a maximum of 3,0 mmol/l expressed as calcium carbonate, in accordance with
ISO 6059.
Alternative water hardness can be applicable with a consent among the interested parties. In this case,
water hardness shall be reported.
6.2.2 Water pressure
The laboratory water supply pressure at the inlet to the reference washing machine shall be higher
than 150 kPa.
6.2.3 Cold-water inlet temperature
The water temperature at the inlet to the reference washing machines shall be no more than 25 °C.
When the measurement is carried out with a water temperature that differs from the limit, the supply
temperature shall be reported.
7 Conditioning and testing atmosphere
The conditioning atmosphere used for textile specimens shall be in accordance with ISO 139.
8 Wash load
8.1 Total wash load
The total air-dry load mass (i.e. specimen plus appropriate ballast, see 5.6 and 8.3) shall be (2,0 ± 0,2) kg
for all types of reference washing machines.
In the case of testing a whole garment, report the total load mass if it is more than 2,2 kg.
8.2 Number of specimens
The number of specimens to be subjected to the washing and drying procedures specified in this
document shall be determined by the purpose for which the material is being tested.
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8.3 Selection of ballast
For specimens with 51 % or more of cellulosic fibres, the cotton ballast, Type I shall be used (see 5.6.1),
unless otherwise agreed upon by interested parties. For specimens with 51 % or more of synthetic
fibres, the polyester ballast, Type III shall be used (see 5.6.3), unless otherwise agreed upon by
interested parties. For specimens that are made of other fibres or blends, either the polyester/cotton
ballast, Type II or the polyester ballast, Type III may be used (see 5.6.2 and 5.6.3), unless otherwise
agreed upon by interested parties. In all cases the ballast type shall be reported.
A ballast associated with another product performance specification that references procedures in this
document shall be used so long as it is agreed upon between interested parties and is reported.
8.4 Ratio of load to ballast
If dimensional stability is being determined, not more than half of the wash load shall consist of
specimens being tested.
In the case of testing a whole garment, report the ratio of load to ballast if it is more than 1/1.
9 Washing procedure
9.1 Select the washing procedure to be used from those stated in Annex B for a type A reference
washing machine, from Annex C for a type B reference washing machine, or from Annex D for a type C
reference washing machine.
9.2 Weigh the (individual) specimens, made-up articles, or garments before washing. If required add
ballast to meet the required load mass (see 8.1). The specimen and the ballast shall be evenly mixed
before it is loaded into the reference machine.
9.3 Place the material to be washed in the washing machine (see 5.1.1 to 5.1.3).
a) In reference washing machines Type A, add (20 ± 1) g of the reference detergent 2, 3 or 6 directly
into the dispenser. For delicate items or wool, use (47 ± 1) g of reference detergent 7 in the dispenser.
b) In reference washing machines Type B fill the machine with water at the selected temperature, then
add (66 ± 1) g of reference detergent 1 or if reference detergent 2 or 3 is used, add the appropriate
amount to provide good running suds having a height of not more than (3,0 ± 0,5) cm at the end of
the washing cycle.
c) In reference machines Type C, fill the machine with water at the selected temperature, then add
1,33 g/l of reference detergent 4 directly into the dispenser.
d) See Table 1 for a summary of the reference detergent dosage.
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Table 1 — Dosage of the reference detergents
Reference washing machines
Reference detergents
Type A Type B Type C
1 — (66 ± 1) g —
2 (20 ± 1) g Appropriate —
3 (20 ± 1) g Appropriate —
4 — — 1,33 g/l
5 — —
6 (20 ± 1) g — —
7 (47 ± 1) g
9.4 After the washing procedure has been completed, remove the specimen(s) carefully, ensuring that
they are neither stretched nor distorted, and dry according to one of the drying procedures described
in Clause 10.
10 Drying procedure
10.1 General
At the end of the selected washing procedure, immediately remove the material and follow the selected
drying procedures A to F.
10.2 Open-air dry
10.2.1 General
For drip drying, the washing procedure shall be finished without the final spinning, and material
samples shall be removed.
10.2.2 Procedure A — Line dry
Remove the specimen from the washing machine and hang each hydro-extracted specimen unfolded to
avoid distortion. Suspend the specimen being tested from a line, in still air under ambient conditions.
The warp or wale direction of the material specimen shall be vertical. Made-up articles shall be
suspended in the direction of use.
For subsequent testing, the drying may be carried out in a conditioned atmosphere according to ISO 139.
10.2.3 Procedure B — Line drip dry
Follow the procedure in 10.2.2 using the programs 3HD or 4HD in order to perform drip dry (e.g.
without extracting the water).
For subsequent testing, the drying may be carried out in a conditioned atmosphere according to ISO 139.
10.2.4 Procedure C — Flat dry
Remove the specimen from the machine and spread out each hydro-extracted specimen on a horizontal
screen drying rack (see 5.5) or perforated surface; remove the wrinkles by hand without stretching or
distorting. Allow the specimen to dry in still air in ambient conditions.
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For subsequent testing, the drying may be carried out in a conditioned atmosphere according to ISO 139.
10.2.5 Procedure D — Flat drip dry
Follow the procedure in 10.2.4 using the programs 3HD or 4HD in order to perform drip dry (e.g.
without extracting the water).
For subsequent testing, the drying may be carried out in a conditioned atmosphere according to ISO 139.
10.3 Procedure E — Flat press
Remove the specimen from the washing machine and place the specimen on the flat bed of the press
(see 5.3). Smooth out heavy wrinkles by hand and lower the head of the press, which shall be set at a
temperature suitable for the specimen to be pressed, for one or more short periods as required to dry
the specimen. Record the temperature and pressure used.
10.4 Procedure F — Tumble dry
10.4.1 General
At the end of the selected washing procedure, immediately remove the load and place the specimens
and the ballast in the tumble dryer (see 5.2). Tumble dry the load as specified in 10.4.2, 10.4.3, or 10.4.4.
For the machines specified in 5.2, ensure that the temperature of the exhaust from the drum is set at
a minimum temperature of 40 °C and not exceeding 80 °C for normal temperature and 60 °C for low
temperature.
10.4.2 Endpoint moisture content by setting time
To determine the optimum cycle time for drying, tumble dry the load at a suitable heat setting for the
calculated test cycle time as determined by the method described in Annex O.
At the end of the calculated test cycle time according to Annex O, the final moisture shall be equivalent
to the moisture content of the conditioned textile.
For both normal temperature and low temperature, cycle time needs to be determined for each ballast
type.
Operate the dryer until the load is dry and continue tumbling for 5 min with the heat turned off. Remove
the specimen immediately.
If measuring the specimen temperature during tumble drying is required, plastic ribbons (thermolabels)
that indicate the temperature shall be affixed to the specimen. These thermolabels shall be capable of
measuring in the temperature range 40 °C to 90 °C.
10.4.3 Endpoint overdry state by setting time
Overdrying is characterized by drying to a final moisture level below the conditioned state.
In relation to the textile composition, the following values of the final moisture shall be applied:
— −2 % for textile made of synthetic materials compared with the conditioned specimen mass;
— −5 % for textile made of cellulosic materials compared with the conditioned specimen mass;
— for textile made of other fibres and blends, refer to appropriate resources for final moisture.
In order to find out the influence of the overdrying on material properties, the specific property (e.g.
dimensional change) of the textile material under testing should be determined before and after the
overdrying stage.
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Proceed to further dry the load until the determined final moisture is reached.
Continue tumbling for 5 min with the heat turned off and then remove the specimen immediately.
10.4.4 Endpoint moisture content by automatic tumble dryer sensing
Tumble dry the load at a suitable heat setting until the final moisture measured by the tumbler moisture
sensor reaches the agreed moisture content, according to Table 2.
Continue tumbling for at least 5 min with the heat turned off and then remove the specimen immediately.
The tumble dryer cycle should be agreed between the interested parties; otherwise the tumble dryer
cycle 1 should be applied.
Table 2 — Final moisture content
Tumble dryer cycle Materials Final moisture content of load
%
1 Dry cotton 0 ± 3
2 Synthetics and blends 2 ± 3
3 Iron dry cotton 12 ± 3
11 Domestic washing and drying procedure report
The applied domestic washing and drying procedure shall be reported in any test report referring to
ISO 6330 and shall contain the following information:
a) date of test
b) a reference to this document, i.e. ISO 6330:2021;
c) the atmosphere used for conditioning according to ISO 139;
d) the type of reference washing machine and washing procedure used;
e) the drying procedure used and the type of machine, if applicable; or if flat pressed according to
Procedure E, the temperature and pressure used;
f) the type of detergent used; if optical brightener, sodium perborate or percarbonate are used, this
shall be reported;
g) details of any deviation from the specified procedures;
h) the type of bal
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EN ISO 6330:2021は、テキスタイルの試験における家庭用洗濯および乾燥手順を規定した標準文書です。この標準は、テキスタイル生地、衣類、またはその他のテキスタイル製品に適用され、適切な家庭用洗濯および乾燥手順の組み合わせを受けることが求められます。 この文書は、16種類の洗濯手順を定めており、そのうちの1つは基準洗濯機タイプA（横型、前面ロード型）を使用したものです。また、基準洗濯機タイプB（縦型、上部ロード攪拌型）に基づく12種類、基準洗濯機タイプC（縦型、上部ロード脈動型）に基づく7種類の手順も含まれています。各洗濯手順は、1回の家庭用洗濯を表しています。 さらに、EN ISO 6330:2021は、洗濯後の乾燥手順も6種類指定しており、ライン乾燥、ライン滴下乾燥、平らに乾かす、平らに滴下乾燥、平らにプレス、およびタンブル乾燥があります。完全な試験は、洗濯手順と乾燥手順の組み合わせで構成されています。 この標準の強みは、洗濯機の種類や洗剤の種類、およびタンブル乾燥機の種類によって試験結果が影響を受けることを考慮している点にあります。これにより、テキスタイルの性能評価の信頼性が向上し、多様な家庭用状況をシミュレーションできることが、この標準の重要性を一層高めています。 EN ISO 6330:2021は、繊維業界における品質管理や製品開発に対しても大きな影響を持ち、グローバルな市場での競争力を高めるための基盤を提供しています。家庭用洗濯および乾燥手順の標準化は、製品の一貫性と消費者の信頼性を強化する上で不可欠です。
La norme EN ISO 6330:2021 présente un cadre crucial pour les procédures de lavage et de séchage domestiques, spécifiquement conçues pour les tests textiles. La portée de cette norme est bien définie, englobant les tissus textiles, les vêtements et d'autres articles textiles qui subissent des procédures de lavage et de séchage domestiques appropriées. Cela garantit que les résultats des tests soient représentatifs des conditions auxquelles ces textiles seront réellement soumis dans un environnement domestique. Parmi ses points forts, la norme précise 16 procédures de lavage utilisant la machine à laver de type A, 12 procédures pour le type B, et 7 pour le type C. Cette variété permet une grande flexibilité dans les tests, en tenant compte des différents appareils et pratiques de lavage communs dans les ménages. En fournissant des directives claires pour chaque type de machine à laver, la norme EN ISO 6330:2021 assure une uniformité qui est essentielle pour obtenir des résultats comparables entre les tests. De plus, la norme intègre une spécification pour six procédures de séchage, incluant le séchage à l'air, le séchage à plat et le séchage en tambour. Cela enrichit non seulement le processus de test, mais aussi la pertinence des résultats obtenus concernant les conditions réelles d'utilisation. L’inclusion de différents paramètres tels que le type de machine à laver et de détergent est également un atout, car cela souligne l'importance de considérer ces facteurs pour l’exactitude des tests. En somme, la norme EN ISO 6330:2021 est non seulement pertinente pour les tests textiles modernes, mais elle constitue aussi un outil indispensable pour les chercheurs, fabricants et laboratoires cherchant à établir des normes de qualité élevées dans le secteur du textile.
Die Norm EN ISO 6330:2021 bietet eine umfassende Grundlage für die Prüfung von Textilien durch standardisierte Wasch- und Trocknungsverfahren. Mit ihrem klar definierten Anwendungsbereich legt sie die Verfahren für textile Stoffe, Bekleidung und andere textile Artikel fest, die den entsprechenden Kombinationen von Haushaltwasch- und Trocknungsverfahren unterzogen werden. Dies gewährleistet einen einheitlichen Testansatz, der in der Textilindustrie von großer Bedeutung ist. Die Norm enthält 16 verschiedene Waschverfahren für die Referenzwaschmaschine Typ A (horizontal, frontladend), 12 Verfahren für die Typ B (vertikal, topladend mit Rührwerk) und 7 Verfahren für die Typ C (vertikal, topladend mit Pulsator). Die Vielfalt der Waschmaschinen berücksichtigt verschiedene Haushaltsbedingungen und ermöglicht dadurch eine realitätsnahe Simulation der Pflege von Textilien zu Hause. Jedes Waschverfahren stellt eine einzelne Haushaltswäsche dar, was die Relevanz der Norm für die Praxis der Textilpflege unterstreicht. Darüber hinaus umfasst das Dokument auch sechs Trocknungsverfahren: Lufttrocknen, tropfenlassen, flach trocknen, flach tropfenlassen, flach pressen und tumbler trocknen. Diese umfangreiche Palette an Trocknungsverfahren erweitert die Anwendbarkeit der Norm und stellt sicher, dass alle Aspekte des Textilpflegeszyklus abgedeckt werden. Die Angabe von Referenzdetergenzien und Ballasten für die Verfahren ist ein weiteres starkes Element der Norm. Diese Spezifizierungen tragen dazu bei, die Konsistenz und Verlässlichkeit der Testergebnisse zu erhöhen und bieten den Vertretern der Industrie eine klare Richtlinie zur Durchführung von Textilprüfungen. Ein herausragendes Merkmal der EN ISO 6330:2021 ist die Berücksichtigung verschiedener Parameter, wie Waschmaschinentyp, Detergentien und die Art des Trockners, die die Testergebnisse beeinflussen können. Dieser Hinweis fördert ein tiefes Verständnis der Testbedingungen und deren Einfluss auf die Ergebnisse, was für Akteure in der Textil- und Bekleidungsindustrie von wesentlicher Bedeutung ist. Insgesamt stellt die EN ISO 6330:2021 eine relevante, robuste und praxisorientierte Norm dar, die sowohl Herstellern als auch Konsumenten wertvolle Informationen für die Beurteilung und Pflege von Textilien bietet.
EN ISO 6330:2021 표준 문서는 섬유 테스트를 위한 가정 세탁 및 건조 절차를 정의하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 주요 범위는 섬유 원단, 의류 또는 기타 섬유 제품이 가정에서 적절한 세탁 및 건조 절차의 조합에 의해 시험되는 경우에 적합합니다. 이 표준은 또한 절차에 필요한 기준 세제와 밸러스트를 명시하고 있어, 테스트의 일관성을 제공하는데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 다양한 세탁 절차를 포괄하고 있다는 점입니다. 먼저, 기준 세탁기 Type A(수평 축, 전면 로드형)에 기반한 16가지 세탁 절차가 제공됩니다. 그리고 기준 세탁기 Type B(수직 축, 상단 로드형 애자이터)에 기반한 12가지 절차, 마지막으로 기준 세탁기 Type C(수직 축, 상단 로드형 펄세이터)에 기반한 7가지 절차까지 포함되어 있습니다. 이러한 다양성은 다양한 세탁 환경에서의 테스트를 가능하게 하여, 실제 사용 조건을 더욱 충실히 반영합니다. 또한, 이 문서는 여섯 가지 건조 절차를 명시하고 있습니다. 이는 선선다리기, 자연 건조, 평평하게 건조하기, 평평하게 물기를 빼기, 평평하게 눌러주기, 그리고 회전 건조를 포함합니다. 이러한 다양한 건조 방법은 섬유에 대한 다양한 건조 조건을 테스트하고 비교할 수 있게 해주어, 소비자에게 보다 신뢰할 수 있는 제품 정보를 제공합니다. EN ISO 6330:2021 표준은 세탁기 종류, 세제 종류 및 탈수기 종류와 같은 다양한 파라미터가 테스트 결과에 영향을 미칠 수 있음을 명시하고 있어, 균일한 테스트 결과를 위한 중요한 기준을 제시합니다. 이러한 요소들은 섬유 제품의 품질 평가에 있어 매우 중요하며, 현장 테스트 결과의 신뢰성을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 결과적으로, EN ISO 6330:2021 표준은 섬유 테스트 분야에서 필수적이며, 가정 세탁 및 건조 절차의 표준화를 통해 산업 전반에 걸쳐 일관성과 신뢰를 증진하는데 중대한 역할을 하고 있습니다. 특히 소비자와 제조업체 간에 신뢰를 구축할 수 있는 기준을 제공하는 점에서 큰 의미가 있습니다.
The EN ISO 6330:2021 standard provides a comprehensive framework for domestic washing and drying procedures specifically designed for textile testing. Its primary scope focuses on various textile materials, including fabrics, garments, and other textile articles, ensuring that these items undergo a reliable assessment through standardized domestic washing and drying processes. One of the significant strengths of this document is its meticulous classification of 16 distinct washing procedures utilizing the reference washing machine Type A, which is a horizontal axis and front-loading type. Additionally, the standard includes 12 procedures for Type B machines (vertical axis, top-loading agitator type) and 7 procedures for Type C machines (vertical axis, top-loading pulsator type). This extensive variety of washing procedures allows for a broad applicability across different textile items, accommodating diverse washing mechanisms that consumers may utilize in their homes. Furthermore, the standard incorporates six drying procedures-line dry, line drip dry, flat dry, flat drip dry, flat press, and tumble dry-thus providing a complete testing framework that encompasses both washing and drying aspects. The specification of reference detergents and ballasts adds to the robustness of the testing process, ensuring that results are reproducible and reliable across different testing scenarios. The EN ISO 6330:2021 is particularly relevant for manufacturers and retailers in the textile industry, as it establishes a consistent methodology for testing textiles under conditions that simulate actual domestic use. This relevance not only assists in quality assurance and product development but also aids in compliance with industry standards, thereby facilitating market acceptance. However, it is essential to note that the standard acknowledges the influence of varying parameters-such as the type of washing machine, detergent used, and type of tumble dryer-on the testing results. This consideration highlights the complexity of textile testing and the need for consistency in applying the standard to achieve accurate and comparable results. In conclusion, the EN ISO 6330:2021 standard is a pivotal document that enhances the testing process for textiles through its structured approach to domestic washing and drying procedures, ensuring both relevance and strength in the field of textile evaluation.
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