ISO 105-X18-2007 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 105‑X18:2007 — Textiles — Tests for colour fastness — Part X18: Test method for assessment of colour fastness of textile materials under specified conditions. This part of ISO 105 defines a laboratory procedure, apparatus and evaluation criteria used to determine how textile colours resist specified environmental, chemical or mechanical influences.

Abstract

ISO 105‑X18:2007 is one part of the ISO 105 series concerned with colour fastness testing of textile materials. It provides a standardized method to reproduce particular exposure or treatment conditions in the laboratory and to assess colour change or staining using a defined grey scale or other evaluation scales. The procedure is intended to support consistent quality control, product development and comparative testing across manufacturers and independent laboratories.

General information

• Status: Published (see note below on current status verification)
• Publication date: 2007
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• ICS / categories: 59.080 (Textiles — Testing)
• Edition / version: First edition, 2007
• Number of pages: Approximately 8–16 pages (typical for single-part test methods; verify exact page count from the publisher)

Scope

This standard specifies a controlled laboratory method for assessing the colour fastness of textile materials when exposed to the particular conditions described in Part X18. It defines the required test specimens, test apparatus, conditioning of samples, step‑by‑step procedure, criteria for evaluating results and the format for reporting. The scope is limited to the phenomena and exposures identified in Part X18 and is intended to be used in conjunction with the general provisions given in ISO 105‑A (general principles) and other relevant ISO 105 parts.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of test specimens and preparation requirements.
• Description of test apparatus and calibration/maintenance recommendations.
• Detailed, reproducible step‑by‑step test procedure and exposure conditions.
• Methods for assessing colour change and staining, including use of grey scales or other reference scales.
• Acceptable reporting format and required information for test reports.
• Guidance on interpretation of results and limits of applicability.

Typical use and users

ISO 105‑X18:2007 is typically used by textile and apparel manufacturers, independent textile testing laboratories, quality assurance and R&D teams, certification bodies and procurement specialists who need objective, repeatable data on how textile colours behave under the specific exposure covered by Part X18. It is used for product development, incoming quality control, supplier verification and comparative testing between materials or treatments.

Related standards

This part is one of many in the ISO 105 series (Tests for colour fastness). Users commonly apply it alongside ISO 105‑A (general principles and reporting), other ISO 105 parts addressing laundering, light, rubbing, perspiration and chemical exposures, and relevant national or industry test methods for complementary properties (for example, abrasion or dimensional change tests).

Keywords

textiles, colour fastness, ISO 105, test method, colour change, staining, test procedure, quality control, textile testing

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 105‑X18:2007 is a part of the ISO 105 series that defines a laboratory test method for assessing the colour fastness of textile materials under the specific conditions described in Part X18.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the selection and preparation of specimens, required apparatus, a reproducible test procedure, evaluation criteria for colour change and staining, and the recommended reporting format for results related to the exposure specified in Part X18.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Textile and apparel manufacturers, independent testing laboratories, quality assurance and R&D teams, certification bodies and procurement specialists use this standard for product evaluation, quality control and comparative testing.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The standard was published in 2007. Users should verify the current status (confirmed, revised or withdrawn) with the International Organization for Standardization or their national standards body before relying on it for formal certification or regulatory requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. ISO 105‑X18 is one part of the ISO 105 series, which contains numerous parts covering different exposures and test methods for colour fastness of textiles.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords include textiles, colour fastness, ISO 105, test method, colour change, staining, laboratory procedure and quality control.