A colourfastness result is tied to an exposure and method. When the concern involves a different contact condition, another result may be needed.
Intertek includes perspiration among the exposure conditions considered in colourfastness testing. Colorfastness Testing.
Describe the concern
For a handled textile product, explain the intended use and relevant contact question to the testing specialist. Do not select a method only because a report for another exposure is already available.

Read the evidence narrowly
Identify the specimen, method and applicable acceptance criteria. No universal passing grade or product-life promise is proposed here. The value of the report depends on whether it addresses the actual material and question under review.

Source reviewed 25 October 2026. Interpretation and original diagrams: PLUSHIP / Qunhe. Examples are illustrative.
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