ISO 105-E07:2010
(Main)Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part E07: Colour fastness to spotting: Water
Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part E07: Colour fastness to spotting: Water
ISO 105-E07:2010 specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to spotting by water.
Textiles — Essais de solidité des coloris — Partie E07: Solidité des coloris à la goutte d'eau
L'ISO 105-E07:2010 spécifie une méthode pour la détermination de la solidité à la goutte d'eau des coloris sur les textiles de toute nature, à tous leurs stades de transformation.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 12-Apr-2010
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 38/SC 1 - Tests for coloured textiles and colorants
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 38/SC 1 - Tests for coloured textiles and colorants
- Current Stage
- 9020 - International Standard under periodical review
- Start Date
- 15-Oct-2025
- Completion Date
- 15-Oct-2025
Relations
- Consolidates
ISO/TR 12031:2000 - Micrographics - Inspection of silver-gelatin microforms for evidence of deterioration - Effective Date
- 06-Jun-2022
- Effective Date
- 18-Dec-2008
Overview
ISO 105-E07:2010 is an internationally recognized standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It specifies a precise method for evaluating the colour fastness to spotting by water on textiles of all types and forms. This standard is essential for assessing how resistant textile colors are when exposed to water droplets, a common cause of spotting that can affect the appearance and quality of fabric products.
The standard applies to all textile materials and ensures consistent, repeatable testing procedures enabling manufacturers, quality control labs, and textile researchers to verify color durability under water spotting conditions.
Key Topics
Scope
Defines a method to determine the resistance of textile colors to water spots by applying water droplets and assessing color changes.Test Principle
Water drops are applied to textile specimens using a glass rod, and color change is evaluated both shortly after application and post drying, using standardized assessment tools.Testing Apparatus
- Pipette or dropper for water application
- Glass rod with a rounded end for working water into the specimen
- Grey scale for assessing color change (ISO 105-A02 compliant)
- Spectrophotometer or colorimeter for instrumental color measurement (ISO 105-A05 compliant)
Test Reagents
Uses Grade 3 water meeting ISO 3696 specifications to ensure consistency in water quality during testing.Specimen Preparation
Textiles can be tested in fabric, yarn (knitted into fabric or formed as a wick), or loose fiber form, each with specified dimensions.Test Procedure
Water is applied to the specimen forming a 20 mm spot, worked in with a glass rod, and color changes are assessed after 2 minutes and after air drying at room temperature.Result Reporting
Results include grey scale ratings and/or instrumental color measurements, sample identification, reference to the ISO 105-E07:2010 standard, and any procedural deviations.
Practical Applications
ISO 105-E07:2010 is highly relevant for professionals in:
Textile Manufacturing
Ensuring fabrics meet quality benchmarks for resistance to spotting by water, essential for clothing, upholstery, and home textiles.Quality Control Laboratories
Providing a standardized testing method to verify batch conformity and color durability against water exposure.Product Development
Evaluating new dyes, colorants, and fabric finishes to improve stain and spot resistance, leading to enhanced textile performance and consumer satisfaction.Certification and Compliance
Supporting evidence-based claims about product quality concerning water spotting fastness in compliance with industry requirements.
Related Standards
ISO 105-A02: Grey scale for assessing change in colour – sets the visual evaluation scale used for color fastness rating in ISO 105-E07.
ISO 105-A05: Instrumental assessment of change in colour – describes standardized instrumental methods such as spectrophotometry for quantifying color changes.
ISO 3696: Water for analytical laboratory use – specifies the water quality (Grade 3) employed in the testing process to maintain reproducibility.
ISO 105-A01: General principles of testing textiles for colour fastness – outlines foundational concepts relevant to all colour fastness testing parts, including E07.
ISO 105-J01 and ISO 105-J03: Provide guidance on measurement and calculation of colour differences critical to accurate assessment of test outcomes.
By adhering to ISO 105-E07:2010, textile producers and testing entities can ensure reliable and objective evaluation of colour fastness to water spotting, enhancing product quality and supporting international trade compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 105-E07:2010 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part E07: Colour fastness to spotting: Water". This standard covers: ISO 105-E07:2010 specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to spotting by water.
ISO 105-E07:2010 specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to spotting by water.
ISO 105-E07:2010 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.01 - Textiles in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 105-E07:2010 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO/TR 12031:2000, ISO 105-E07:1989. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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STANDARD 105-E07
Fourth edition
2010-04-15
Textiles — Tests for colour fastness —
Part E07:
Colour fastness to spotting: Water
Textiles — Essais de solidité des coloris —
Partie E07: Solidité des coloris à la goutte d'eau
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ISO 105-E07 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 38, Textiles, Subcommittee SC 1, Tests for
coloured textiles and colorants.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition (ISO 105-E07:1989), of which Clauses 2 and 5 have
been technically revised and instrumental measurement added to the appropriate clauses. It also incorporates
ISO 105-E07:1989/Cor.1:2002.
ISO 105 consists of many parts designated by a part letter and a two-digit serial number (e.g. A01), under the
general title Textiles — Tests for colour fastness. A complete list of these parts is given in ISO 105-A01.
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INTERNATIONALE 105-E07
Quatrième édition
2010-04-15
Textiles — Essais de solidité des
coloris —
Partie E07:
Solidité des coloris à la goutte d'eau
Textiles — Tests for colour fastness —
Part E07: Colour fastness to spotting: Water
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L'ISO 105-E07 a été élaborée par le comité technique ISO/TC 38, Textiles, sous-comité SC 1, Essais des
textiles colorés et des colorants.
Cette quatrième édition annule et remplace la troisième édition (ISO 105-E07:1989), dont l'Article 2 et
l'Article 5 ont fait l'objet d'une révision technique et à laquelle l'évaluation instrumentale a été ajoutée dans les
articles appropriés. Elle incorpore également l'ISO 105-E07:1989/Cor.1:2002.
L'ISO 105 comprend plusieurs parties désignées par une lettre et un numéro de série à deux chiffres (par
exemple A01), présentées sous le titre général Textiles — Essais de solidité des coloris. Une liste complète
de ces parties est donnée dans l'ISO 105-A01.
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