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1 Section 6 Labelling

2 Labelling Requirements Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-2

3 6.1.1 General Labelling Refer to AS/NZS 2392:1999 Textiles Labelling of clothing, household textiles and furnishings for a guide to preferred label positions. Where a permanent label may be impractical, eg: a reversible item, label information may be provided in other forms. Refer to the standards AS/NZS 2622:1996 Textile products Fibre content labelling and AS/NZS 1957:1998 Textiles Labelling including all Trade Practices Regulations and Consumer Protection Notice updates Brand Labelling Refer to specific brand Style Guides for requirements for layout and positioning for each brand. The Style Guides do not over rule mandatory requirements for labelling. Ensure all mandatory requirements are followed when labelling Country of Origin Labelling The Country of Origin labelling must be clearly legible. Woolworths preferred letter height is 3mm (Letter height to the shortest letter must not be less than 1.5mm). This information must be easily accessible at point of sale. The Country of Origin labelling must not mislead the consumer in any way. Ensure all Australian Customs requirements are met when labelling Children s Nightwear and Limited Daywear Labelling Children s nightwear and limited daywear must meet all requirements in the mandatory standard AS/NZS 1249:2003 Children s nightwear and limited daywear having reduced fire hazard including all Trade Practices Regulations updates and New Zealand Product Safety Standards Regulations updates. The minimum spacing between labels is 5mm with the neck or waist relaxed. The minimum distance of the fire warning label wording and the label seam is 1cm. The Woolworths children s nightwear and limited daywear vendor pack must be followed. Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-3

4 Size Labelling Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-4

5 6.2.1 Apparel and Accessory Size Labelling All apparel and most accessories require size labelling. Size labelling must be clearly legible and easily accessible at point of sale. Woolworths preferred minimum letter height is 2mm. To Fit body measurements may be required on the size label. Refer to Woolworths Size Labelling Charts for measurements and brand specific Style Guides for layout Children s Nightwear and Limited Daywear Labelling The Children s nightwear and limited daywear standard AS/NZS 1249:2003, refers to the standard AS 1182:1997 Size coding scheme for infants and children s clothing Underwear and outerwear, making this a mandatory standard for children s nightwear and limited daywear. The Woolworths children s nightwear and limited daywear vendor pack must be followed. Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-5

6 6.2.3 Size Labelling Charts Infants Size code Mass - kg Height - cm Chest - cm Waist - cm Age in months Prem Newborn 3 months 6 months 12 months 18 months 2 ½ years Children s 1 7 Size code Mass - kg Height - cm Chest - cm Waist - cm Age in months 18 months 2 ½ years Girl s 8 16 Size code Height - cm Chest - cm Waist - cm Note: The phrase To Fit Girls shall be stated on the label before the to fit measurements Boy s 8 16 Size code Height - cm Chest - cm Waist - cm Note: The phrase To Fit Boys shall be stated on the label before the to fit measurements Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-6

7 Women s 6 18 Size code Bust - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Women s S - XL Size code S M L XL Bust - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Women s Size code Bust - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Women s +S - +XL Size code +S +M +L +XL Bust - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-7

8 Men s XS / 30" - 2XL / 40" Size code XS / 30" S / 32" M / 34" L / 36" XL / 38" 2XL / 40" Chest - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Men s 3XL / 42" - 7XL / 50" Size code 3XL / 42" 4XL / 44" 5XL / 46" 6XL / 48" 7XL / 50" Chest - cm Waist - cm Hip - cm Headwear Age Group Newborn Infants Toddler Youth Women s Men s To Fit Head Circumference - cm or Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-8

9 Socks Children s Socks Sock Size Age Group 000 Newborn months months months years years years years Women s Socks Sock Size Men s Socks Sock Size (one size offer only) Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-9

10 Fibre Content Labelling Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-10

11 6.3.1 Fibre Content Labelling The Standard AS/NZS 2622:1996 Textile products Fibre content labelling, is mandatory in NSW under the NSW Fair Trading Regulation 2012 and therefore must be followed when labelling product for fibre content. This standard also refers to the Standard AS/NZS 2450:1994 Textiles Natural and man-made fibres Generic names. Please also refer to the New Zealand Consumer Information Standards Regulations update for fibre content, for New Zealand product. Generic fibre names must be used when labelling fibre content, as stated in AS/NZS 2450:1994 Textiles Natural and man-made fibres Generic names. Refer to the following table which contains additional information relating to fibre content labelling. Woolworths minimum letter height, to the shortest letter, when stating fibre content is 2mm. It is preferred that the fibre content is stated in uppercase. Fibre content labelling must be clearly legible and easily accessible at point of sale. Where a permanent label may be impractical, eg: a reversible item, label information may be provided in other forms. Refer to the standard AS/NZS 2622:1996 Textile products Fibre content including the New Zealand Consumer Information Standards Regulations update for fibre content, for New Zealand product. Fibre content labelling must not mislead the consumer in any way. Woolworths prefers not to use percentages when stating fibre content. When multiple fibres are listed, they must be listed in descending order of dominance by mass. Lining, fill, padding and pile shall be stated separately for fibre content. Panels of different fibre contents shall also be stated separately for fibre content. Where a fabric has a coating or is bonded, these layers must be listed separately for fibre content. Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-11

12 6.3.2 Natural Fibres Correct Term Possible Alternative Incorrect Examples Abaca or Manila Animal hair* Alpaca Angora Viscose from Bamboo Viscose derived from Bamboo Bamboo Camel Cashmere Coir Cotton Flax Guanaco Hemp Horsehair Jute Kapok Kenaf Llama Mohair Ramie Silk Sisal Tussah Silk Vicuna Wool Yak *Other than those listed in table Linen Rabbit, Hare, Goat Goat Coconut Jersey, Lawn, Denim Cannabis Goat Merino Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-12

13 6.3.3 Man-Made Fibres Correct Term Possible alternative Incorrect Examples Acetate Acrylic Alginate Aramid Chlorofibre Cupro Cuprammonium Rayon Rayon Elastane Elastodiene Fluorofibre Glass Fibre Lyocell Courtelle, Dralon Kevlar, Nomex Lycra, Spandex Teflon Fibreglass Tencel Metallic Metallic Fibre Lurex Modacrylic Modal Polynosic Rayon Nylon Polyamide Tactel Polycarbamide Polyester Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyurethane Protein Triacetate Trivinyl Vinylal Dacron, Coolmax, Microfibre PU Tricel Viscose Viscose Rayon Rayon If the man-made generic name is not listed above, it shall be specified as being 'artificial fibre' or 'man-made' fibre Leather and Other Correct Term Possible alternative Incorrect Examples Leather PVC Vinyl Rubber Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-13

14 Labelling Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-14

15 6.4.1 Labelling labelling must meet all requirements in the mandatory standard AS/NZS 1957:1998 Textiles Labelling including all Trade Practices Regulations and Consumer Protection Notice updates and New Zealand Consumer Information Standards Regulations update for care labelling, for New Zealand product. The care labelling must be clearly legible and easily accessible at point of sale. Where a permanent label may be impractical, eg: a reversible item, label information may be provided in other forms. Refer to the standard AS/NZS 1957:1998 Textiles Labelling including all Trade Practices Regulations and Consumer Protection Notice updates and New Zealand Consumer Information Standards Regulations update for care labelling, for New Zealand product. instructions must be attached to each separate piece or component of a set regardless whether the same care instructions apply. The care instructions chosen must be appropriate and adequate for the care of the item so it is not damaged when the consumer follows these instructions. instructions should not be over cautious eg: Dryclean Only on washable items. instructions shall be listed in the sequence of washing, bleaching, drying, ironing and drycleaning. If the item has a removable accessory that cannot be washed, the first line before the care instructions are given, must state: o Remove (item eg: belt) before wash Woolworths require that all washable items include a statement as the first line on the care instructions: o Wash before wear; or o Wash before use Woolworths recommends that Do not dryclean be used on the care instructions for children s apparel up to and including size 7, children s nightwear, swimwear for all ages, underwear for all ages, maternity feeding apparel, all items intended to be used on crockery and cutlery, bathroom manchester, nursery home textiles. Following is a list of Woolworths preferred care instructions. For specific items that are not covered in this list, please contact your Quality Specialist. Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-15

16 6.4.2 s WWC01-A Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend Recommended WWC01-B Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend WWC02-A Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend WWC02-B WWC03 WWC04 Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend Cotton or cotton blend, polyester or polyester blend DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-16

17 WWC05-A Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Linen or Linen blend Recommended HOT IRON WWC05-B Linen or Linen blend HOT IRON WWC06-A Linen or Linen blend HOT IRON WWC06-B WWC07 WWC08 Linen or Linen blend Linen or Linen blend Linen or Linen blend HOT IRON HOT IRON DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT HOT IRON DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-17

18 WWC09-A Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk Recommended WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH WWC09-B Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH WWC10-A Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH WWC10-B Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH WWC11 Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC12 Nylon or nylon blend, washable silk WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-18

19 WWC13-A Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Viscose or viscose blend Recommended COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH WWC13-B Viscose or viscose blend COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH WWC14-A Viscose or viscose blend COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH WWC14-B Viscose or viscose blend COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH WWC15 Viscose or viscose blend COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC16 Viscose or viscose blend COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH UNDER CLOTH DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-19

20 WWC17-A WWC17-B WWC18-A WWC18-B Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend Recommended WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-20

21 WWC19 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend Recommended WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC20 Acrylic or acrylic blend, washable wool or washable wool blend WARM GENTLE MACHINE WASH REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC21-A All fibres - specialised knitwear COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE WWC21-B All fibres - specialised knitwear COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-21

22 WWC22-A WWC22-B WWC23 WWC24 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type All fibres - specialised knitted items All fibres - specialised knitted items All fibres - specialised knitwear All fibres - specialised knitted items Recommended COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG REDUCED SPIN PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP DRY FLAT IN SHADE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-22

23 WWC25-A WWC25-B WWC26-A WWC26-B WWC27 WWC28 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics All fibres excluding PVC and polyurethane - coated fabrics Recommended COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE COLD GENTLE HAND WASH ON REVERSE Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-23

24 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Recommended DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR WWC29-A Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING WWC29-B Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Label 2 DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-24

25 WWC30-A Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Label 2 Recommended DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE WWC30-B Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-25

26 WWC31 WWC32 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Label 2 Denim - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Label 2 Recommended DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING DESIGNED TO FADE WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS AND MAY CONTINUE TO FADE WITH WASHING Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-26

27 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Recommended Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR WWC33-A Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR WWC33-B Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-27

28 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Recommended Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE WWC34-A Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE WWC34-B Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-28

29 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 Recommended WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC35 Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE WEAR THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Flannelette - NOTE: two care labels are required Label 1 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT WWC36 Label 2 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BEFORE USE THIS GARMENT IS WASHED SEPARATELY FOR THE FIRST FEW WASHES TO REMOVE ANY EXCESS DYE. THIS COLOUR MAY RUB OFF ON TO LIGHT COLOURED SURFACES OR UNDERGARMENTS Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-29

30 WWC37 WWC38 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Non washable items Washable PVC and Polyurethane Coated apparel and items Recommended DO NOT WASH WIPE CLEAN WITH A DAMP CLOTH DO NOT IRON COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH DO NOT WRING DRY WITHOUT DELAY DO NOT IRON WWC39 Formal lined and padded jackets and suits, handmade and/or silk ties DRY CLEAN ONLY DO NOT WASH PRESS USING DAMP CLOTH IF REQUIRED Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-30

31 WWC40 Fibre Content / Fabrication / Garment Type Reusable Swim Nappies PVC or Polyurethane coated lining Recommended COLD GENTLE MACHINE WASH DO NOT SOAK DRY INSIDE OUT DRY WITHOUT DELAY DO NOT IRON SOME COLOURS MAY FADE IN SUNLIGHT AND CHLORINATED WATER DO NOT LEAVE ROLLED UP WET IF SOILED, EMPTY CONTENTS INTO TOILET PRIOR TO WASHING WWC41 Swimwear LIGHT COLOURS MAY BECOME TRANSPARENT WHEN WET SOME COLOURS MAY FADE IN SUNLIGHT AND CHLORINATED WATER RINSE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE DO NOT LEAVE ROLLED UP WET WWC42 Swimwear DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT LIGHT COLOURS MAY BECOME TRANSPARENT WHEN WET SOME COLOURS MAY FADE IN SUNLIGHT AND CHLORINATED WATER RINSE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE DO NOT LEAVE ROLLED UP WET Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-31

32 6.4.3 Fabric or Garment Specific Add On or Adjustment The following table is to be used for certain fabric or garment types, where additional or changes to the care instructions are required. Fabric or Garment Type Add On or Adjustment WWS01 Cheesecloth DO NOT IRON WWS02 Crinkle Finish TWIST IN DIRECTION OF CRINKLE DRY IN TWISTED STATE DO NOT IRON WWS03 Fluorescent DESIGNED TO FADE DRY WITHOUT DELAY DRY IN SHADE WWS04 Overdye, Fading as a Feature DESIGNED TO FADE DRY WITHOUT DELAY DRY IN SHADE WWS05 Permanent Pleats IRON WITH PLEATS IN PLACE WWS06 Lace WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG WWS07 WWS08 Rib, Interlock, Waffle and Knitted Viscose Intimates and Hosiery PULL TO SHAPE WHILE DAMP WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG WWS09 Bathroom Manchester WWS10 Children s Apparel and Accessories up to and including size 7 WWS11 Children s Sleepwear WWS12 Items Intended for Use on Crockery and Cutlery Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-32

33 WWS13 Fabric or Garment Type Maternity Feeding Apparel Add On or Adjustment WWS14 Nursery Home Textiles WWS15 WWS16 WWS17 WWS18 Scarves and Washable Ties Swimwear with Elastane Swimwear without Elastane including Boardshorts Towels WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG LIGHT COLOURS MAY BECOME TRANSPARENT WHEN WET SOME COLOURS MAY FADE IN SUNLIGHT AND CHLORINATED WATER RINSE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE DO NOT LEAVE ROLLED UP WET LIGHT COLOURS MAY BECOME TRANSPARENT WHEN WET SOME COLOURS MAY FADE IN SUNLIGHT AND CHLORINATED WATER RINSE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE DO NOT LEAVE ROLLED UP WET USE OF FABRIC SOFTENERS IS NOT RECOMMENDED MAY BE TUMBLE DRIED WARM WWS19 Washable Hats WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-33

34 6.4.4 Add On or Adjustment The following table is to be used where additional or changes to the care instructions are required. WWA01 Add On or Adjustment REMOVE BELT BEFORE WASH WWA02 REMOVE BROOCH BEFORE WASH WWA03 REMOVE TRIM BEFORE WASH WWA04 DESIGNED TO FADE WWA05 TURN INSIDE OUT BEFORE WASHING WWA06 WASH IN LAUNDRY BAG WWA07 GENTLE MACHINE WASH WWA08 COLD MACHINE WASH WWA09 HAND WASH ONLY WWA10 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE WEAR WWA11 WASH SEPARATELY BEFORE USE WWA12 DO NOT SOAK WWA13 DO NOT SPOT CLEAN WWA14 CLEAN MATCHED SEPARATES TOGETHER WWA15 DO NOT WRING WWA16 DRY IN SHADE Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-34

35 Add On or Adjustment WWA17 DRIP DRY WWA18 DRY ON HANGER WWA19 IRON ON REVERSE WWA20 IRON UNDER CLOTH WWA21 WWA22 WWA23 WWA24 WWA25 WWA26 WWA27 REMOVE THE TERM DO NOT IRON EMBELLISHMENT AND ADD DO NOT IRON PRINT REMOVE PADDED CUPS BEFORE WASHING WWA28 DO NOT RUB WWA29 WIPE CLEAN WITH A DRY CLOTH WWA30 DRY AWAY FROM DIRECT HEAT WWA31 DRY WITHOUT DELAY WWA32 DO NOT STORE WET WWA33 DO NOT IRON Version 2.1 March 2015 S6-35

EU legislation: Labelling of textile products (including garments)

EU legislation: Labelling of textile products (including garments) Introduction If you export textile products intended to be sold on the EU market (for production or at the retail stage), you have to