ASTM D6544-21 PDF

Scope: 1.1 This practice covers standardized exposures to laundering, simulated sunlight, and chlorinated pool water to simulate two years of seasonal exposure for apparel textiles labeled as ultraviolet (UV)-protective. 1.2 This practice is used in conjunction with AATCC TM183 and Specification D6603 as they relate to testing and labeling of UV-protective textiles after two years of simulated seasonal use. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 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.

ASTM D6544-21 Referenced Document

ASTM D123 Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles*， 2023-09-14 Update
ASTM D3938 Standard Guide for Determining or Confirming Care Instructions for Apparel and Other Textile Consumer Products
ASTM D6603 Standard Specification for Labeling of UV-Protective Textiles
ASTM E122 Standard Practice for Calculating Sample Size to Estimate, With a Specified Tolerable Error, the Average for Characteristic of a Lot or Process

2021 ASTM D6544-21 Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) Transmission Testing
2012 ASTM D6544-12 Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) Transmission Testing
2011 ASTM D6544-11 Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) Transmission Testing
2000 ASTM D6544-00(2007) Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) Transmission Testing
2000 ASTM D6544-00 Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) Transmission Testing