ASTM_D_1230_-_22a.pdf

Designation:D123022aStandard Test Method forFlammability of Apparel Textiles1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D1230;the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1.Scope1.1 This test method covers the evaluation of the flamma-bility of textile fabrics as they reach the consumer for apparel.This test method sets forth a classification system for appareltextiles and identifies textiles which have burning characteris-tics that make them unsuitable for use in clothing,by using asthe ignition source a 26-gauge hypodermic needle.1.1.1 This test method shall be used for the flammability ofspecific categories of tight fitting childrens sleepwear inaccordance with 16 CFR 1615 and 16 CFR 1616 which areaccessed by the test procedure in 16 CFR 1610(or ASTMD1230 equivalent).1.1.2 This test method shall not be used for the evaluation ofthe flammability of textiles used in childrens sleepwear,towhich 16 CFR 1615 and 16 CFR 1616 apply.These items areaddressed in Test Method D6545.1.1.3 This test method shall not be used for the evaluation ofthe flammability of decorative fabrics or of textiles notintended for use as apparel.Suitable test methods for suchapplications include Test Method D6413/D6413M or NFPA701.1.1.4 This test method shall not be used for the evaluation ofthe flammability of protective clothing,such as those worn byindividuals in the fire service or in other occupations whereexposure to heat,flame,or electric arc is likely.Suitable testmethods for such applications have been developed by ASTMCommittee F23,on Personal Protective Clothing and Equip-ment.1.2 This test method is used to measure and describe theresponse of materials,products,or assemblies to heat and flameunder controlled conditions,but does not by itself incorporateall factors required for fire hazard or fire risk assessment of thematerials,products,or assemblies under actual fire conditions.1.3 Fire testing is inherently hazardous.Adequate safe-guards for personnel and property shall be employed inconducting these tests.NOTE1This test method is not identical to 16 CFR Part 1610,Flammability of Clothing Textiles.Consumer Product Safety Commissionregulations require that clothing fabrics introduced into commerce meetthe requirements of 16 CFR Part 1610.1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded asstandard.The values given in parentheses after SI units areprovided for information only and are not considered standard.1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns,if any,associated with its use.It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety,health,and environmental practices and deter-mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-ization established in the Decision on Principles for theDevelopment of International Standards,Guides and Recom-mendations issued by the World Trade Organization TechnicalBarriers to Trade(TBT)Committee.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D123 Terminology Relating to TextilesD3136 Terminology Relating to Care Labeling for Apparel,Textile,Home Furnishing,and Leather ProductsD4391 Terminology Relating to The Burning Behavior ofTextilesD6413/D6413M Test Method for Flame Resistance of Tex-tiles(Vertical Test)D6545 Test Method for Flammability of Textiles Used inChildrens SleepwearE176 Terminology of Fire Standards2.2 AATCC Test Method:3AATCC Manual of International Test Methods and Proce-duresLP 1 Home Laundering:Machine WashingM11 Glossary of AATCC Standard Terminology1This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 on Textilesand is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.52 on Flammability.Current edition approved July 1,2022.Published August 2022.Originallyapproved in 1952.Last previous edition approved in 2022 as D123022.DOI:10.1520/D1230-22A.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists(AATCC),P.O.Box 12215,Research Triangle Park,NC 27709-2215,http:/www.aatcc.org.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United StatesThis international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for theDevelopment of International Standards,Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade(TBT)Committee