SIST EN ISO 105-X12:2016

• Abstract:

  ISO 105-X12:2016 specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds, including textile floor coverings and other pile fabrics, to rubbing off and staining other materials.; The method is applicable to textiles made from all kinds of fibres in the form of yarn or fabric, including textile floor coverings, whether dyed or printed.; Two tests may be made, one with a dry rubbing cloth and one with a wet rubbing cloth.

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 05-Apr-2016
• Publication Date: 16-Aug-2016
• ICS: 59.080.01 - Textiles in general
• Technical Committee: ITEK - Textile and textile products
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 08-Jul-2016
• Due Date: 12-Sep-2016
• Completion Date: 17-Aug-2016
• Ref Project: EN ISO 105-X12:2016 - Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part X12: Colour fastness to rubbing (ISO 105-X12:2016)

• Replaces: SIST EN ISO 105-X12:2002 - Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part X12: Color fastness to rubbing (ISO 105-X12:2001)
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2016
• Refers: SIST EN 13480-6:2012/A1:2017 - Metallic industrial piping - Part 6: Additional requirements for buried piping
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13569:2001 - Cabinet roller towels - Performance requirements and processing
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13138-2:2015 - Buoyant aids for swimming instruction - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods for buoyant aids to be held
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13537:2012 - Requirements for sleeping bags
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13536:2004 - Manufactured articles filled with feather and down - Requirements for clothing - Light use
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14215:2003 - Textile floor coverings - Classification of machine-made pile rugs and runners
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 340:2004 - Protective clothing - General requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 17353:2020+A1:2025 - Protective clothing - Enhanced visibility equipment for medium risk situations - Test methods and requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 15618:2023 - Rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Upholstery fabrics - Classification and methods of test
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14976:2006 - Textiles - Mattress ticking - Specifications and test methods
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 4862:2023 - Aerospace series - Rotorcraft constant wear lifejackets - Requirements, testing and marking
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13138-2:2007 - Buoyant aids for swimming instruction - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods for buoyant aids to be held
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13297:2007 - Textile floor coverings - Classification of needled pile floor coverings
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 15825:2012 - Textile floor coverings - Classification of machine-made rugs and runners without pile
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN ISO 105-X12:2016 establishes a standardized method for evaluating the colour fastness of textiles to rubbing. This European and International Standard applies to all types of textiles, including yarns, fabrics, textile floor coverings, and other pile fabrics, regardless of fibre type or whether the material is dyed or printed. The standard is essential for ensuring that coloured textiles do not bleed or stain other materials during use, particularly through friction in both dry and wet conditions.

This method, also referenced as ISO 105-X12:2016, is crucial for textile manufacturers, quality assurance professionals, and laboratories who must certify that textile products meet specific durability and colourfastness standards before entering global markets.

Key Topics

• Colour Fastness to Rubbing

  • Assesses the resistance of textile dyes to rubbing, both in dry and wet conditions.
  • Involves testing a specimen by rubbing with a standard cotton cloth to evaluate the extent of colour transfer.

• Applicability

  • Suitable for all textile products, including but not limited to woven, knitted, nonwoven fabrics, textile floor coverings, and yarns.
  • Applies to textiles of all fibre types and constructions, whether dyed or printed.

• Test Methods

  • Two primary tests: one using a dry rubbing cloth, the other using a wet rubbing cloth.
  • The standard describes specimen preparation, apparatus setup, conditioning, rubbing procedure, and evaluation criteria.

• Evaluation of Results

  • Staining of the rubbing cloth is assessed using a grey scale, as per ISO 105-A03.
  • Requires conditioning of specimens and rubbing cloth in a standardized atmosphere, referencing ISO 139.

• Test Reporting

  • Documentation includes test conditions, specimen orientation, percentage of soak (for wet tests), testing apparatus used, and numerical staining grades.

Applications

• Textile Quality Control

  • Used in-house or by third-party labs to verify that clothing, upholstery, carpets, and technical textiles meet customer and regulatory colour fastness criteria.
  • Essential for ensuring that textile products do not cause staining during manufacture, storage, or end use.

• Product Development and Certification

  • Integral in product design and development for selecting appropriate dyes and finishes, and for certifying new products prior to market launch.

• Compliance for International Trade

  • Meeting ISO 105-X12:2016 requirements is frequently mandated by buyers, retailers, or trade regulations, making compliance essential for export and international sales.

• Consumer Safety and Satisfaction

  • Reduces the risk of colour transfer onto other materials, helping maintain product appearance and long-term customer satisfaction.

Related Standards

• ISO 105 Series
  • ISO 105-A01: General principles of colour fastness testing.
  • ISO 105-A03: Grey scale for assessing staining.
  • ISO 105-F09: Specification for cotton rubbing cloth.
  • ISO 139: Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing textiles.
  • ISO 105-X16: Colour fastness to rubbing - Small areas (for situations where X12's method may not be suitable).

This suite of standards supports comprehensive evaluation of colour fastness properties, making SIST EN ISO 105-X12:2016 an important reference for textile testing, manufacturing, and trading organizations worldwide.

Keywords: colour fastness, textiles, rubbing test, textile standards, ISO 105-X12, dye fastness, textile testing, textile quality, SIST EN standards, textile floor coverings, staining, international textile compliance

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2016
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SIST EN ISO 105-X12:2002
Tekstilije - Preskušanje barvne obstojnosti - Del X12: Barvna obstojnost pri
drgnjenju (ISO 105-X12: 2016)
Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part X12: Colour fastness to rubbing (ISO 105-X12:
2016)
Textilien - Farbechtheitsprüfungen - Teil X12: Reibechtheit von Färbungen (ISO 105-
X12: 2016)
Textiles - Essais de solidité des teintures - Partie X12: Solidité des teintures au
frottement (ISO 105-X12: 2016)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 105-X12:2016
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 105-X12
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
June 2016
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 59.080.01 Supersedes EN ISO 105-X12:2002
English Version
Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part X12: Colour
fastness to rubbing (ISO 105-X12:2016)
Textiles - Essais de solidité des coloris - Partie X12: Textilien - Farbechtheitsprüfungen - Teil X12:
Solidité des coloris au frottement (ISO 105-X12:2016) Farbechtheit gegen Reiben (ISO 105-X12:2016)
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3

European foreword
This document (EN ISO 105-X12:2016) 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
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2016, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by December 2016.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 105-X12:2002.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 105-X12:2016 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 105-X12:2016 without any
modification.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 105-X12
Sixth edition
2016-06-01
Textiles — Tests for colour fastness —
Part X12:
Colour fastness to rubbing
Textiles — Essais de solidité des coloris —
Partie X12: Solidité des coloris au frottement
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ISO 105-X12:2016(E)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Principle . 1
4 Apparatus . 1
5 Test specimens. 2
6 Procedure. 3
6.1 General . 3
6.2 Dry rubbing . 3
6.3 Wet rubbing . 3
6.4 Drying . 3
7 Evaluation . 3
8 Test report . 3
Bibliography . 5
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