Global Textile Standards & Testing Knowledge Hub
One-stop analysis of 50+ core international standards (such as EN, NFPA, BS, and ISO) to help you quickly match compliant fabrics.
Architecture, Furniture, and Transportation Interiors
Flame retardant regulations for hotel soft furnishings, public buildings, and aviation/marine interiors. BS 5852 NFPA 701 EN 13501-1 FAR 25.853 IMO FTP Code DIN 4102-B1 NF P92-503
Industrial and Personal Protective Safety（PPE）
Covers PPE fabric standards in the fields of petroleum, welding, electric power, and firefighting. NFPA 2112 EN ISO 11612 EN 1149-5 EN ISO 20471 EN 469
Textile Functionality and Physical Testing
Analysis of functional testing methods for antibacterial, abrasion resistance, colorfastness, and water repellency.
ISO 12947 ISO 105-B02 ASTM 2149 EN ISO 12945 AATCC TM203 ASTM D4966
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Oil & Gas
In environments where flash fires and combustible dust are constant threats, FR clothing is the last line of defense. These standards define the thermal protection performance (TPP) required to minimize burn injuries.
NFPA 2112 – Standard on Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire (USA/UL Certified)
EN ISO 11612 – Protective Clothing Against Heat and Flame (Europe/ISO Standard)
EN 1149-5 – Electrostatic Properties for Protective Clothing (Companion Standard)
Electrical Utility
Electrical work involves invisible but deadly risks like arc flashes. The standards below classify fabrics by Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV), ensuring workers are shielded from extreme heat energy and explosions.
NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (HRC/PPE Levels)
ASTM F1506 – Standard Specification for Arc Rated Clothing (USA)
IEC 61482-2 – Protective Clothing against the Thermal Hazards of an Electric Arc (Europe/Int’l)
Hospitality & Architecture
Public spaces demand strictly non-flammable interiors to prevent rapid fire spread. From blackout curtains to lobby sofas, these regulations cover flame propagation, smoke density, and toxicity requirements for contract projects.
NFPA 701 – Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films (USA)
BS 5852 – Flammability of Upholstered Seating (UK Crib 5)
EN 13501-1 – Fire Classification of Construction Products (EU)
BS 5867 / EN 13773 – Curtain Flammability Classifications Comparison
Transport & Marine
Whether at 30,000 feet or on the open sea, escape time is critical. These rigorous international codes (IMO/FAR) mandate self-extinguishing properties for all interior textiles to ensure passenger safety during evacuation.
IMO FTP Code – Fire Test Procedures for Marine Interiors (Part 7/8/9)
FAR 25.853 – Flammability Requirements for Aircraft Interiors (Vertical Burn)
UIC 564-2 – Fire Protection Regulations for Railway Vehicles
Healthcare
Healthcare textiles must balance hygiene with safety. Beyond flame retardancy for bedding, these standards evaluate antimicrobial efficacy and durability against industrial laundering to maintain a sterile environment.
AATCC 30 / TM203 – Antimicrobial & Antifungal Activity Assessment
BS 5815 – Fire Requirements for Bedding in Public Sectors (Hospitals)
Welding & Heavy Industry
Welders face unique hazards from molten metal splashes and radiant heat. These standards specify fabric requirements that prevent burn-through while ensuring high visibility in complex industrial settings.
EN ISO 11611 – Protective Clothing for Welding and Allied Processes
EN ISO 20471 – High Visibility Clothing (Fluorescent/Reflective)
Section 1: Interior & Architecture FR
|
No. |
Standard |
Description |
Refined Field |
Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
01 |
UK flammability test for upholstered seating (Includes Crib 5 high-hazard source). |
Upholstered furniture |
UK | |
|
02 |
European assessment of ignitability of upholstered furniture (Part 1 Cigarette / Part 2 Match). |
Upholstered furniture |
EU | |
|
03 |
Requirements, Test Procedure and Apparatus for Testing the Smolder Resistance of Materials Used in Upholstered Furniture (2013). |
Upholstered furniture |
USA | |
|
04 |
UK specification for resistance to ignition of mattresses, mattress pads, divans, and bed bases. |
Bedding |
UK | |
|
05 |
UK fire requirements for bedding, sheets, and pillows in public sectors (Hospitals/Schools). |
Bedding |
UK | |
|
06 |
UK methods of test for the ignitability of bedcovers and pillows (Includes Source 7 flame). |
Bedding |
UK | |
|
07 |
Standard methods of fire tests for flame propagation of textiles and films. |
Curtains |
USA | |
|
08 |
UK flammability requirements for curtains, drapes, and window blinds (Type C is the highest level). |
Curtains |
UK | |
|
09 |
European classification scheme for the burning behaviour of curtains and drapes. |
Curtains |
EU | |
|
10 |
Canadian standard method for flame tests of flame-resistant fabrics and films. |
Curtains |
Canada | |
|
11 |
California fire regulations for stage curtains, tents, and decorative materials. |
Curtains |
USA (CA) | |
|
12 |
Russian fire safety standard for decorative fabrics. |
Curtains |
Russia | |
|
13 |
French electrical burner test for flexible materials (M1 indicates difficult to ignite). |
Decoration |
France | |
|
14 |
German fire behaviour of building materials and elements (B1 indicates difficult to ignite). |
Decoration |
Germany | |
|
15 |
Italian fire reaction classification for combustible materials. |
Decoration |
Italy | |
|
16 |
Japanese testing method for flammability of textiles and decorative materials. |
Decoration |
Japan | |
|
17 |
European fire classification of construction products and building elements (Euroclass A1-F). |
Construction |
EU | |
|
18 |
A specification for flame-resistant materials used in camping tentage. |
Outdoor |
Int’l/USA | |
|
19 |
International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures (Curtains/Furniture/Bedding). |
Marine |
Int’l (IMO) | |
|
20 |
FAA flammability requirements for aircraft seat cushions and interior materials. |
Aviation |
USA (FAA) | |
|
21 |
Regulations relating to fire protection and firefighting measures in passenger-carrying railway vehicles. |
Railway |
Int’l (EU) | |
|
22 |
Standard for the flammability of children’s sleepwear (Sizes 0-6X / 7-14). |
Sleepwear |
USA |
Section 2: Workwear & PPE Safety
|
No. |
Standard |
Description |
Refined Field |
Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
01 |
Protective clothing for firefighters — Performance requirements for protective clothing for firefighting (Level 1/2). |
Firefighting |
EU | |
|
02 |
Protective clothing — Electrostatic properties — Part 5: Material performance and design requirements. |
Anti-static |
EU | |
|
03 |
Protective clothing for use in welding and allied processes (Class 1/2). |
Welding |
EU | |
|
04 |
Protective clothing — Clothing to protect against heat and flame (Codes A-F). |
Heat & Flame |
EU | |
|
05 |
Protective clothing — Protection against flame — Limited flame spread materials (Index 1/2/3). |
Limited FR |
EU | |
|
06 |
Standard on Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Short-Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire (Flash Fire). |
Flash Fire |
USA |
Section 3: Textile Functionality and Physical Testing
|
No. |
Standard |
Description |
Refined Field |
Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
01 |
Standard test method for abrasion resistance of textile fabrics (Martindale Method). |
Abrasion |
USA | |
|
02 |
Determination of the abrasion resistance of fabrics by the Martindale method (Specimen breakdown). |
Abrasion |
Int’l | |
|
03 |
Determination of fabric propensity to surface fuzzing and to pilling (Pilling box method). |
Pilling |
Int’l | |
|
04 |
Testing methods for woven and knitted fabrics (Comprehensive physical testing). |
Physical |
Japan | |
|
05 |
Used to comprehensively evaluate the color fastness of textiles under rubbing, washing, and light exposure, fully reflecting their color stability and durability in real-world use conditions. |
Color Fastness |
Int’l | |
|
06 |
Used to comprehensively evaluate the antimicrobial and antibacterial performance of textiles, reflecting their resistance to microbial growth and effectiveness under real-world use conditions. |
Antimicrobial |
USA | |
|
07 |
Textile fabrics — Determination of resistance to surface wetting (Spray test). |
Water Repellent |
Int’l | |
|
08 |
Testing method for curtain blackout (light-blocking) properties. |
Blackout |
Japan |