Consumer Guide to Care Symbols

What is the primary reason manufacturers or importers need to provide care instructions for textile products?

• To comply with international shipping regulations

• To ensure product durability

• According to the care label rule, to provide an accurate care instruction

• To make the products more aesthetically pleasing

Which organization developed a system of care symbols that could be used internationally to replace written instructions on labels?

• ISO

• ASTM

• ANSI

• WTO

Why is one set of standardized care labels cheaper in the global market?

• Because it simplifies the manufacturing process

• Because it reduces the need for translations

• Because it is easier to design

• Because it is cheaper than separate sets of care labels for each market

What temperature range corresponds to the ASTM symbol with three dots for washing textiles?

• 65-85°F

• 105°F

• 120°F

• 140°F

According to the ASTM Symbol System, what does the symbol with four dots represent?

• Cold

• Lukewarm

• Warm

• Hot

Which of the following properties is NOT related to appearance retention?

• Fabric wrinkling

• Puckering along seams

• Loss of crease sharpness

• Soil and Stain Release

What type of fabrics often have wrinkling problems due to their fiber content?

• Polyester and nylon

• Cotton, flax, or rayon

• Knitted fabrics

• Tight plain-weave fabrics

Which type of fabric structure is known for the poorest appearance retention?

• Knitted fabrics

• Fabrics with thermoplastic synthetic fibers

• Tight plain-weave fabrics

• Fabrics that are soft and flexible

Compared to tight plain-weave fabrics, knitted fabrics generally have:

• Poorer smoothness retention

• Better smoothness retention

• More rigidity

• Higher likelihood of wrinkling

On which type of fabrics are wrinkles most noticeable?

• Fabrics with busy prints

• Solid colored fabrics

• Pile fabrics

• Surface-effect fabrics