oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025
(Main)Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part C09: Colour fastness to domestic and commercial laundering - Oxidative bleach response using a non-phosphate reference detergent incorporating a low temperature bleach activator (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part C09: Colour fastness to domestic and commercial laundering - Oxidative bleach response using a non-phosphate reference detergent incorporating a low temperature bleach activator (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
This part of ISO 105 specifies a method for determining the consumer relevant shade change of textiles, of all kinds,
(excluding silk and wool) and in all forms, to domestic/commercial laundering procedures in which a bleach activator
(oxygen bleaching system) is used.
The colour fastness resulting from oxygen bleaching in this test provides an indication of the shade change behaviour
observed after multiple domestic/commercial launderings.
This part of ISO 105 is not applicable for the assessment of the dye staining of adjacent fabrics, where suitable
methods are described in ISO 105-A04.
This part of ISO 105 does not reflect the contribution of optical brighteners, which are present in some commercial
washing products, to shade change.
This part of ISO 105 specifies a procedure incorporating the use of ECE1) non-phosphate reference detergent,
sodium perborate tetrahydrate, and the bleach activator tetra-acetylethylenediamine (TAED). An alternative test
procedure using the AATCC 1993 zero phosphate reference detergent (without optical brightener), and incorporating
sodium perborate monohydrate and the bleach activator sodium nonanoyloxybenzene sulphonate (SNOBS) is
currently under development.
Textilien - Farbechtheitsprüfungen - Teil C09: Farbechtheit gegen oxidative Bleiche in der Haushaltswäsche und der gewerblichen Wäsche unter Verwendung eines phosphatfreien Testwaschmittels und eines bei niedrigen Temperaturen wirkenden Bleichaktivators (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Textiles - Essais de solidité des coloris - Partie C09: Solidité des coloris aux lavages domestiques et industriels - Blanchiment par oxydation utilisant un détergent de référence sans phosphate comprenant un activateur de blanchiment à basse température (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
La présente partie de l'ISO 105 spécifie une méthode pour déterminer, à l'attention des consommateurs, les
dégradations des teintes des textiles, quelle que soit leur nature ou leur forme (à l'exclusion de la soie et de la laine),
après les lavages domestiques et industriels utilisant un activateur de blanchiment (système de blanchiment à
l'oxygène).
La solidité des teintures obtenue après un blanchiment à l'oxygène selon l'essai décrit donne une indication du
comportement de la stabilité des teintes après des lavages domestiques/industriels multiples.
La présente partie de l'ISO 105 ne s'applique pas à l'évaluation du dégorgement des teintures sur les tissus témoins
pour laquelle il existe des méthodes appropriées décrites dans l'ISO 105-A04.
La présente partie de l'ISO 105 ne couvre pas l'effet des azurants optiques présents dans les produits de lavage du
commerce sur la dégradation des teintes.
La présente partie de l'ISO 105 spécifie une méthode utilisant du détergent de référence ECE1) sans phosphate, au
perborate de sodium tétrahydraté et à l'activateur de blanchiment tétra-acétyléthylènediamine (TAED). Une autre
méthode d'essai employant le détergent de référence sans phosphate AATCC 1993 (sans azurant optique), au
perborate de sodium monohydraté et à l'activateur de blanchiment nonanoyloxybenzène sulfonate de sodium
(SNOBS) est actuellement en cours de développement.
Tekstilije - Preskušanje barvne obstojnosti - Del C09: Barvna obstojnost pri gospodinjskem in komercialnem pranju - Reakcija oksidativnega beljenja pri uporabi nefosfatnega detergenta skupaj z nizko temperaturnim aktivatorjem beljenja (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 09-Oct-2025
- Technical Committee
- ITEK - Textile and textile products
- Current Stage
- 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 19-Jun-2025
- Due Date
- 06-Nov-2025
- Completion Date
- 09-Oct-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 05-Nov-2024
- Effective Date
- 05-Nov-2024
Overview
The oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025:2025 is a draft international standard developed by CEN under ISO/TC 38/SC 1, focusing on textiles and their colour fastness properties. This part of the ISO 105 series specifies a test method for assessing the colour fastness of textiles-excluding silk and wool-when subjected to domestic and commercial laundering processes involving oxidative bleaching. The standard is particularly relevant for textiles treated with oxygen-based bleaching systems using non-phosphate reference detergents combined with low-temperature bleach activators.
This method enables manufacturers, textile laboratories, and quality control professionals to evaluate the shade change of textiles after multiple laundering cycles. The information helps predict how textiles will perform in real-life washing scenarios with environmentally friendly detergents containing activated bleaches, supporting sustainable textile care practices.
Key Topics
1. Colour Fastness Testing to Oxidative Bleaching
- This standard specifies a reliable procedure for measuring the consumer-relevant shade change in textiles after laundering with detergents that include activated oxygen bleach.
- It uses non-phosphate reference detergents such as the ECE 1998 formulation containing TAED (tetra-acetylethylenediamine) or the AATCC 1993 detergent with SNOBS (sodium nonanoyloxybenzene sulfonate).
- The bleaching agents involved are either sodium percarbonate or sodium perborate tetrahydrate/monohydrate, with preference for the environmentally safer sodium percarbonate.
2. Scope of Textiles Covered
- Applicable for all types of textiles except silk and wool.
- Suitable for evaluating both domestic and commercial laundering conditions that incorporate oxygen-based bleach activators.
- Excludes tests on dye staining of adjacent fabrics, which are covered by other parts such as ISO 105-A04.
3. Test Conditions and Materials
- Washing tests simulate repeated machine laundering cycles at around 60 °C with controlled alkalinity and bleach concentration.
- Use of grade 3 water ensures consistent test conditions based on ISO 3696 specifications.
- The test can be assessed visually using the ISO standard grey scale (ISO 105-A02) or with colorimetric instruments according to ISO 105-J01.
4. Equipment
- Laundering machines with rotating stainless steel containers in a thermostatic water bath provide controlled mechanical action and temperature.
- Backing cloths and filter papers support the test specimens, especially for yarn samples.
Applications
- Textile Manufacturers: Ensure product resistance to commercial and household bleaching conditions, improving quality control and durability.
- Quality Testing Laboratories: Standardize colour fastness testing with internationally recognized methods, enabling accurate shade change assessments.
- Retail and Consumer Goods: Inform product labeling and care instructions based on objective testing of bleaching effects in laundering.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Support the use of phosphate-free detergents and eco-friendlier bleach activators without compromising textile quality.
- Research and Development: Facilitate development of new bleaching systems and detergent formulations optimized for textile care at low temperatures.
Related Standards
- ISO 105-A01: General principles of testing colour fastness in textiles.
- ISO 105-A02: Grey scale for assessing colour change-visual evaluation tool.
- ISO 105-A04: Tests for colour fastness to staining of adjacent fabrics.
- ISO 105-J01 / ISO 105-J03: Instrumental assessment and calculation of colour differences, supporting objective measurement.
- ISO 3696: Specification of water quality used in analytical testing, ensuring reproducibility.
- Previous edition ISO 105-C09:2001, now revised with inclusion of percarbonate as a bleaching agent and updated detergent systems.
Utilizing oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025:2025 ensures textile industry stakeholders maintain high standards for colour durability in textiles exposed to oxidative bleach laundering, enhancing consumer satisfaction, safety, and environmental compliance. This standard is essential for advancing testing protocols in line with modern detergent formulations and sustainability goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part C09: Colour fastness to domestic and commercial laundering - Oxidative bleach response using a non-phosphate reference detergent incorporating a low temperature bleach activator (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)". This standard covers: This part of ISO 105 specifies a method for determining the consumer relevant shade change of textiles, of all kinds, (excluding silk and wool) and in all forms, to domestic/commercial laundering procedures in which a bleach activator (oxygen bleaching system) is used. The colour fastness resulting from oxygen bleaching in this test provides an indication of the shade change behaviour observed after multiple domestic/commercial launderings. This part of ISO 105 is not applicable for the assessment of the dye staining of adjacent fabrics, where suitable methods are described in ISO 105-A04. This part of ISO 105 does not reflect the contribution of optical brighteners, which are present in some commercial washing products, to shade change. This part of ISO 105 specifies a procedure incorporating the use of ECE1) non-phosphate reference detergent, sodium perborate tetrahydrate, and the bleach activator tetra-acetylethylenediamine (TAED). An alternative test procedure using the AATCC 1993 zero phosphate reference detergent (without optical brightener), and incorporating sodium perborate monohydrate and the bleach activator sodium nonanoyloxybenzene sulphonate (SNOBS) is currently under development.
This part of ISO 105 specifies a method for determining the consumer relevant shade change of textiles, of all kinds, (excluding silk and wool) and in all forms, to domestic/commercial laundering procedures in which a bleach activator (oxygen bleaching system) is used. The colour fastness resulting from oxygen bleaching in this test provides an indication of the shade change behaviour observed after multiple domestic/commercial launderings. This part of ISO 105 is not applicable for the assessment of the dye staining of adjacent fabrics, where suitable methods are described in ISO 105-A04. This part of ISO 105 does not reflect the contribution of optical brighteners, which are present in some commercial washing products, to shade change. This part of ISO 105 specifies a procedure incorporating the use of ECE1) non-phosphate reference detergent, sodium perborate tetrahydrate, and the bleach activator tetra-acetylethylenediamine (TAED). An alternative test procedure using the AATCC 1993 zero phosphate reference detergent (without optical brightener), and incorporating sodium perborate monohydrate and the bleach activator sodium nonanoyloxybenzene sulphonate (SNOBS) is currently under development.
oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025 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.
oSIST prEN ISO 105-C09:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN ISO 105-C09:2003/A1:2007, SIST EN ISO 105-C09:2003. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2025
Tekstilije - Preskušanje barvne obstojnosti - Del C09: Barvna obstojnost pri
gospodinjskem in komercialnem pranju - Reakcija oksidativnega beljenja pri
uporabi nefosfatnega detergenta skupaj z nizko temperaturnim aktivatorjem
beljenja (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Textiles - Tests for colour fastness - Part C09: Colour fastness to domestic and
commercial laundering - Oxidative bleach response using a non-phosphate reference
detergent incorporating a low temperature bleach activator (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Textilien - Farbechtheitsprüfungen - Teil C09: Farbechtheit gegen oxidative Bleiche in
der Haushaltswäsche und der gewerblichen Wäsche unter Verwendung eines
phosphatfreien Testwaschmittels und eines bei niedrigen Temperaturen wirkenden
Bleichaktivators (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Textiles - Essais de solidité des coloris - Partie C09: Solidité des coloris aux lavages
domestiques et industriels - Blanchiment par oxydation utilisant un détergent de
référence sans phosphate comprenant un activateur de blanchiment à basse
température (ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 105-C09
ICS:
59.080.01 Tekstilije na splošno Textiles in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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commercial laundering — Oxidative
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phosphate reference detergent
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Partie C09: Solidité des teintures aux lavages domestiques et
industriels — Blanchiment par oxydation utilisant un détergent
de référence sans phosphate comprenant un activateur de
blanchiment à basse température
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Textiles — Tests for colour
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Colour fastness to domestic and
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bleach response using a non-
phosphate reference detergent
incorporating a low temperature
bleach activator
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Partie C09: Solidité des teintures aux lavages domestiques et
industriels — Blanchiment par oxydation utilisant un détergent
de référence sans phosphate comprenant un activateur de
blanchiment à basse température
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 2
5 Reagents and materials . 2
5.1 Reference detergent .2
5.2 Grade 3 water .2
5.3 Grey scale or spectrophotometer .3
5.4 Filter papers .3
5.5 Polypropylene backing cloth .3
6 Apparatus . 3
6.1 Laundering device .3
6.2 Balance .3
6.3 Stirrer .3
7 Test specimen . 3
8 Procedure . 3
9 Test report . 3
Annex A (normative) ECE non-phosphate reference detergent / TAED procedure . 5
Annex B (normative) AATCC 1993 Standard Reference Detergent/SNOBS procedure . 7
Bibliography . 9
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ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025(en)
Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 38, Textiles, Subcommittee SC 1, Tests for
coloured textiles and colorants.
ISO 105 was previously published in thirteen “parts”, each designated by a letter (e.g., “Part A”), with
publication dates between 1978 and 1985. Each part contained a series of “sections”, each designated by the
respective part letter and by a two-digit serial number (e.g. “Section A02”). These sections are now being
republished as separate documents, themselves designated “parts” but retaining their earlier alphanumeric
designations. A complete list of these parts is given in ISO 105-A01.
Annex A forms a normative part of this part of ISO 105.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 105-C09:2001), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— Percarbonate has been included as bleaching agent;
— the amendment has been incorporated;
— the document was updated editorially;
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Introduction
The test method in this section of ISO 105 is intended to reflect the effect of multicycle laundering using an
activated bleach detergent by domestic and commercial laundering procedures. The washes are carried out in
a similar manner to the ISO 105-C06 tests using an activated oxygen bleach and reference detergent at 60 °C.
A paper describing the development of this method has been published in the Journal of the Society of Dyers
& Colourists, Vol. 112, No.10, Oct. 1996, p. 287-292.
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DRAFT International Standard ISO/DIS 105-C09:2025(en)
Textiles — Tests for colour fastness —
Part C09:
Colour fastness to domestic and commercial laundering —
Oxidative bleach response using a non-phosphate reference
detergent incorporating a low temperature bleach activator
1 Scope
This document specifies a method for determining the consumer relevant shade change of textiles, of all
kinds, (excluding silk and wool) and in all forms, to domestic/commercial laundering procedures in which a
bleach activator (oxygen bleaching system) is used. The colour fastness resulting from oxygen bleaching in
this test provides an indication of the shade change behaviour observed after multiple domestic/commercial
launderings.
This document is not applicable for the assessment of the dye staining of adjacent fabrics, where suitable
methods are described in ISO 105-A04.
1)
This document specifies a procedure incorporating the use of ECE non-phosphate reference
detergent, sodium perb
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