Short description
1.1 This performance specification covers fabrics for woven blouses, dresses, dress shirts, and sport shirts. 1.2 This performance specification is not applicable to woven fabrics used for interlinings. 1.3 These requirements apply to the length and width directions for those properties where fabric direction is pertinent. 1.4 When a fabric requires special treatment, specific methods will be described as they are developed for that material, and such special tests will have precedence over these general requirements. 1.5 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test methods described in this performance specification . 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. 1.6 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.