Test Protocols, Specifications, and Standard Requirements for Softlines:

Fabric, Garment, Accessories and Trims

May 2022

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 PROTOCOLS

Fabric (TBF) Garment (TBG)

Protocol Title Protocol Number Page Number Protocol Title Protocol Number Page Number

Knit Fabric TBF-01 3-5 Knit Garment TBG-01 38-39

Woven/Chambray Fabric TBF-02 6-8 Woven/Chambray Garment TBG-02 40-41
Denim Fabric TBF-03 9-11 Denim Garment TBG-03 42-43
Sweater/Shrug Knit Down TBF-04 12-14 Sweater/Shrug Garment TBG-04 44-45
Wrinkle Resistant Fabric TBF-05 15-16 Wrinkle Resistant Garment TBG-05 46-47
Outerwear Fabric TBF-06 17-20 Outerwear Garment TBG-06 48-50
Leather Aniline TBF-07 21 Leather Garment TBG-07 51-52
Leather Semi-Aniline TBFW-008 22 Garment Dyed/Washed (Knit/Woven) TBG-09 53-56
Leather Nubuck-Suede TBFW-009 23 Children’s Supplement TBG-10 57-58
Leather Pigment / Coated TBFW-010 24 Trims (TBT)
Swimsuit Fabric TBF-08 25-27 Protocol Title Protocol Number Page Number
Lining/Pocketing Fabric TBF-09 28-30 Buttons TBT-01 81
Yarn Fiber TBF-10 31 Buckle/Toggle/Etc. TBT-02 82
Down/Feather TBF-11 32 Beads/Sequins/Novelty Attachments TBT-03 83
Color Only Fabric (Knit/Woven) TBF-12 33-35 Snaps/Tacks/Rivets/Burrs/Hook and Eye TBT-04 84
Performance Claims Supplement TBF-13 36-37 Zippers/Zipper Tabs TBT-05 85-86
Accessories (TBA) Textile Trimmings (Bindings/Tapes/Ribbons) TBT-06 87-88
Protocol Title Protocol Number Page Number Drawstrings/Cords/Tapes TBT-07 89-90
Sock/Knee-highs TBA-01 59-60 Labels TBT-08 91-92
Pantyhose/Tights TBA-02 61-62 Screen Printing (Heat Transfers) TBT-09 93
Scarves/Pareo/Wraps TBA-03 63-64 Paper Trims (Hangtags/Disclaimers/Etc.) TBT-10 94
Cold Weather Accessories TBA-04 65-66
Hats (Fedora, Baseball Cap, Visor, Straw) TBA-05 67-68
Leather Gloves TBA-06 69-70
Color Only Accessories TBA-07 71-72
Intimates (Bra) TBA-08 73-75
Intimates (Panties) TBA-09 76-77 2
Fashion Face Mask TBA-10 78-80
 Knit Fabric TBF-01
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability additional charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed

Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative

• Development and Bulk Production: One color

must be tested in each stage, unless otherwise
specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI
technician
o Development: One color must be tested
Bulk: All colors are to be tested
• Certificates:
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
+/- 3% Blends
names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™,
Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima,
Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow
Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING

All Others After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
All Others After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Original: Data Only (Plaid, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
ASTM D 3882 (Original) After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew
AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash) All Others: 5% Maximum
Stripes, Plaid, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
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General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

 Knit Fabric TBF-01
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight (gm/m2) ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
• Report number of wales and number of
Thread Count ASTM D 3887 Within +/-5% From Original Claim
courses separately
< 180 g/m2 = 35 psi
Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 180-240 g/m2 = 40 psi • Lace and mesh not applicable
> 240 g/m2 = 50 psi

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Test Growth and Recovery at 60 seconds and

60 minutes.
Initial Stretch, 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- • Required in both courses and wales
Immediate 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Elastomeric Fiber:
Stretch and Recovery ASTM D2594
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% o Performance: >4%
Growth and Maximum Maximum Maximum o Comfort: <4%
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% o Mechanical: contains none
Minimum Minimum Minimum • Report all results as data only

ASTM D 3512 Grade 3.5 Maximum @ 30 Minutes • All colors

• Wool/Specialty Fibers
Pilling Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
• Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel
ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair, Alpaca
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions)
• All colors

COLORFASTNESS TESTING

All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
Pigment / Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum

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 Knit Fabric TBF-01
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach

Silks and Neon Colors:

• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum

Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum

• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

• Required on all solid whites

Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

OPTIONAL TESTING (AS REQUESTED)

Wrinkle Recovery of Fabrics* AATCC 128 Grade 4 Minimum • Initial only

Face: Grade 3.5 Minimum • Pile fabrics only

Pile Retention* ASTM D 4685
Back: Grade 3.5 Minimum • Before and after 1 cycle of proposed care

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 Woven/Chambray Fabric TBF-02
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability additional charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One
color must be tested in each stage, unless
otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI
technician
o Development: One color must be tested
Bulk: All colors are to be tested
• Certificates:
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 o Must be provided for claimed branded
+/- 3% Blends
fiber names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™,
Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that
requires certification (i.e. Merino, Pima,
Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135 Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
TS-006
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
ASTM D 3882 (Original)
Original: Data Only (Plaid, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
Skew AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning: 3% Maximum
Wash)
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General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory:

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

 Woven/Chambray Fabric TBF-02
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight (oz/yd2) ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
• Report number of ends and number of picks
Thread Count ASTM D 3775 Within +/-5% From Original Claim
separately
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 4-7 oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
For Tops, Dresses, and Lining:
20 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434
For All Bottoms and Jackets:
25 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation

• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Test Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Initial Elongation, 20% Minimum- 50% 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- 15% • Elastomeric fiber:
Immediate Maximum 30% Maximum Maximum o Performance: >4%
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107 o Comfort: <4%
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% o Mechanical: contains none
Growth and Maximum Maximum Maximum • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both directions
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Minimum Minimum Minimum Elongation as data only

ASTM D 4685, Initial and After One Face: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 300 Cycles • Pile fabrics only
Pile Retention*
Laundering’ Back: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 100 Cycles • Before and after 1 cycle of proposed care
Abrasion Resistance ASTM D4966 No Rupture at 10,000 Rubs • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk Exempt

ASTM D 3512 Grade 3.5 Minimum at 30 Minutes • All colors

Pilling • Wool/Specialty Fibers

Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) • Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel 7
ICI Pill Box-ISO 12945
Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair, Alpaca
• All colors
 Woven/Chambray Fabric TBF-02
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
Silks and Neon Colors:
AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
AFU • White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid

Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum

Resistance to Dye Transfer in Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Storage* Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Chambray only

CF to Ozone* AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Chambray only
OPTIONAL TESTING (AS REQUESTED)
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Wrinkle Recovery of Fabrics* AATCC 128 Grade 4 Minimum • Initial only
 Denim Fabric TBF-03
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability additional charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One
color must be tested in each stage,
unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI
technician
o Development: One color must be
tested Bulk: All colors are to be
tested
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Certificates:
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends o Must be provided for claimed
branded fiber names (i.e. Lycra®,
Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that
requires certification (i.e. Merino,
Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested
and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W) • Required on all Denim washes applied
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135
Fabrics with Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W) during the manufacturing process
• Required on all Denim washes applied
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
during the manufacturing process
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W) • Required on all Denim washes applied
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Fabrics with Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W) during the manufacturing process
ASTM D 3882 (Original) Original: Data Only (Plaid, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
Skew
AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash) After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
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pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing
 Denim Fabric TBF-03
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight (oz/yd2) ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight

Thread Count ASTM D 3775 Within +/-5% From Original Claim

• Report number of ends and number of
picks separately
Denim Bottoms and Jackets:
<4 oz/yd2 = 40 lbs.
4 -6.oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
6.1-8 oz/yd2 = 50 lbs.
• Required on all Denim washes applied
8.1-10 oz/yd2 = 60 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 during the manufacturing process
> 10 oz/yd2 = 70 lbs.
Denim Tops, Dresses, Chambray Tops and Bottoms:
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
4-7oz/yd2 = 35 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
Denim Bottom and Jackets:
<4 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
4-6.oz/yd2 = 3.5 lbs.
6.1-8 oz/yd2 = 4 lbs.
8.1-10 oz/yd2 = 6 lbs. • Required on all Denim washes applied
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424
> 10 oz/yd2 = 7 lbs. during the manufacturing process
Denim Tops, Dresses, Chambray Tops and Bottoms:
< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.
4-7oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
Denim Bottoms and Jackets:
<4 oz/yd2 =35 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
>4 oz/yd2 =40 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Required on all Denim washes applied
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434
Denim /Chambray Tops, Dresses: during the manufacturing process
20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
Chambray Bottoms: 25 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation

• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses

• Test Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Performance Comfort Mechanical
• Elastomeric fiber:
Initial Elongation, 20% Minimum- 50% 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- 15% o Performance: >4%
Immediate Maximum 30% Maximum Maximum o Comfort: <4%
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107
o Mechanical: contains none
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5%
Growth and • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both
Maximum Maximum Maximum
directions
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85%
Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail
Minimum Minimum Minimum 10
and Elongation as data only
 Denim Fabric TBF-03
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Required on all Denim washes applied
Abrasion Resistance ASTM D4966 No Rupture to 10,000 Rubs
during the manufacturing process
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
proposed care If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) • Required on all Denim washes applied
Indigos/Sulphur Black:
during the manufacturing process
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum

• Required on all Denim washes applied

CF to Ozone
AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle during the manufacturing process

• Required on all Denim washes applied

CF to Burnt Gas Fumes AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle
during the manufacturing process
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
knit

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 Sweater/Shrug Knit Down TBF-04
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must
be tested in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested Bulk: All
colors are to be tested
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™,
+/- 3% Blends
etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima,
Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow
Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135
Pointelle: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Pointelle; After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash) All Others: 5% Maximum
Stripes, Plaid, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum

General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

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 Sweater/Shrug Knit Down TBF-04
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Wool/Specialty Fibers
Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) • Specialty Fibers include Cashmere,
Pilling ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) Camel Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama,
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions) Mohair, Alpaca
• All colors
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum(Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Sweater/Shrug Knit Down TBF-04
OPTIONAL TESTING (AS REQUESTED)
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Shedding Propensity* IHTM 026 Actual Results • Data only

Snag Resistance * ASTM 5362 Actual Results • Data only

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 Wrinkle Resistant Fabric TBF-05
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be tested
in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: All colors are to be tested
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 • Certificates:
+/- 3% Blends
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires certification
(i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3
Launderings +/- 4% (L X W
ASTM D 3882 (Original) Original: Data Only (Plaid, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
Skew
AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash) After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning: 3% Maximum

General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

PHYSICAL TESTING

Weight (oz/yd2) ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight

Thread Count ASTM D 3775 Within +/-5% From Original Claim • Report number of ends and number of picks separately

< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.

Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.

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 Wrinkle Resistant Fabric TBF-05
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.

Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 4-7 oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
For Tops, Dresses, and Lining:
20 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434
For All Bottoms and Jackets:
25 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation

Pilling ASTM D 3512 Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 30 Min • All colors

• After 5, 10, 15 launderings

Wrinkle Fabric Smoothness AATCC 124 Grade 4 Minimum
• Pre and post-cure
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without
Suppressor)
CF to Laundering AATCC 135
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If Initial
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
fails
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Outerwear Fabric TBF-06
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No.
CANADA: Pass • Testing required
27.5
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative must
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Fabric with PVC/PU Coating, Coated Leather (Patent),
PFOS/PFOA* CEN/TS 15968 Max 1 ug/m^2 Maximum
Plasticized Components and Prints
All Others: Not in Excess of 90 ppm
Rainwear, PVC, Neoprene, and/or Other Plastic Materials: Not in Excess
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating * of 30 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
E1003-09)
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in Excess of 40
ppm
All Others: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
Rainwear, PVC, Neoprene, and/or Other Plastic Materials: Not in Excess
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-
Total Lead in Substrate * of 30 ppm
CH-E1002-08.3
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in Excess of 40
ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-
Not in Excess 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Coating * E1003-09)
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-
Total Cadmium in Substrate * Not in Excess 100 ppm
CH-E1002-08.3
All Others: Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP,
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather, Scrapable
DIDP, DINP, and DnHP)
Phthalates * CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that are readily
Rainwear containing PVC: Not in Excess of 0.06% /600 ppm (Sum of
accessible by the consumer
DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, and DnHP)

• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be tested

in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: All colors are to be tested
AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / +/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * • Certificates:
AATCC 89 +/- 3% Blends
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires certification
(i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots SOP

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 Outerwear Fabric TBF-06
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean
Cleaning Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
ASTM D 3882 (Original) Original: Data Only (Plaids, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
AATCC 179 Method After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew
1: Option 1 (After Knit: 5% Maximum
Wash) Woven: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing
PHYSICAL TESTING
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
ASTM D 3887(Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number of
Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775(Woven) courses/picks separately
< 180 g/m2 = 35 psi
Burst Strength
ASTM D 3786 180-240 g/m2 = 40 psi • Knits only- lace and mesh not applicable
> 240 g/m2 = 50 psi
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 4-7 oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 =15 lbs. @ 1/4” Seam Separation
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434 4-7 oz/yd2 = 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
Face: Grade 3.5 Minimum @300 Cycles • Pile fabrics only
Pile Retention* ASTM D 4685
Back: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 100 Cycles • Before and after 1 cycle of proposed care

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 Outerwear Fabric TBF-06
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
ASTM D3512 Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 30 Minutes • All colors
Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 • Wool/Specialty Fibers
Pilling Revolutions) • Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel Hair, Angora,
ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945
Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) Vicuna, Llama, Mohair, Alpaca
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions) • All colors
Water Resistance* AATCC 35 1 g. Maximum • N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics

Original State: 90 Rating Minimum

Water Repellency* AATCC 22 • N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics
After 1 Laundering and/or Dry Clean: 80 Rating Minimum
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye /Garment Dyes:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum Initial fails
Pigment/Indigo Dyes:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Water AATCC 107 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
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CF to Ozone* AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Denim, Chambray Solids, and Prints
 Outerwear Fabric TBF-06
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Denim, Chambray Solids, and Prints

Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum

Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Not required on solid whites or ivory
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum

OPTIONAL TESTING (AS REQUESTED)

Wind Resistance * ASTM D737 <3 cfm • Initial and after 10 launderings

Initial: Grade 5 Minimum

Oil Repellency * AATCC 118 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Initial: Grade 5 Minimum
Aqueous Liquid Repellency * AATCC 193 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Initial: Grade 4 Minimum
Soil Release * AATCC 130 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3.5 Minimum

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 Leather (Aniline) – Fabric TBF-07
REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

• High-risk samples: all colors tested at an

Flammability US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1
additional charge
Total Lead in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Formaldehyde EN ISO 17226-1:2008 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
PHYSICAL TESTING
Thickness (Millimeters) ASTM D 1813 Report Actual
General – 4.5 lbf Minimum
Tear Strength ASTM D 4704
Pants – 7 lbf Minimum
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional After 1 Professional Leather Clean
Professional Leather Clean
Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Dry Grade 3.5
CF to Crocking* ASTM D5053 • Test on back only if unlined
Wet Grade 3
Dry (50 cycles) Grade 3.5
CF to Veslic Rubbing EN ISO 11640:1998
Wet (20 cycles) Grade 3
Color Change Grade 3.5 • No significant loss of finish. No visual change. No
CF to Professional Leather Clean Professional Leather Clean Staining Grade 3 change in texture, handle, surface or overall
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 (Prints/Patterns) appearance of the sample
CF to Water Spotting * AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)

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 Leather (Semi-Aniline) – Fabric TBFW-008
REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk samples: all colors tested at an additional
Flammability US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1
charge
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Lead in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 300 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
Chromium VI 1907/2006/EC (REACH) / ISO 17075 Not in Excess of 3 ppm
PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Formaldehyde EN ISO 17226-1:2008 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
PHYSICAL TESTING
Thickness ASTM D 1813 Report Actual • Thickness (Millimeters)
General – 4.5 lbf Minimum
Tear Strength ASTM D 4704
Pants – 7 lbf Minimum
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional After 1 Professional Leather Clean
Professional Leather Clean
Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
Cold Crack Resistance * ASTM D 1912 No Finish Cracks @ 14° F (-10°C) • Applicable for Leathers with a coherent finish layer
Finish Adhesion * ASTM D 6183 1.14 lbf/in • Applicable for Leathers with a coherent finish layer
Flex Resistance * ASTM D 6182 No Finish Cracks after 15,000 Flexes • Applicable for Leathers with a coherent finish layer
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Dry Grade 3.5
CF to Crocking * ASTM D5053 • Test on back only if unlined
Wet Grade 3
Dry (50 cycles) Grade 3.5
CF to Veslic Rubbing EN ISO 11640:1998
Wet (20 cycles) Grade 3
Color Change Grade 3.5
CF to Professional Leather Clean Professional Leather Clean Staining Grade 3
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Water Spotting * AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)
OPTIONAL TESTING (REQUIRED IF APPLICABLE)
Finger Printing Various Consistent Leather Properties Across Lots and Suppliers

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 Leather (Suede/ Nubuck) – Fabric TBFW-009
REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk samples: all colors tested at an
Flammability US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1
additional charge
Total Lead in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
Chromium VI 1907/ 2006/EC (REACH) / ISO 17075 Not in Excess of 3 ppm
PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Formaldehyde EN ISO 17226-1:2008 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
PHYSICAL TESTING
Thickness (Millimeters) ASTM D 1813 Report Actual
General – 4.5 lbf Minimum
Tear strength ASTM D 4704
Pants –7 lbf Minimum
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional After 1 Professional Leather Clean
Professional Leather Clean
Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
Assessment of Fiber Shedding TM 227 Grade 4 (Very Light Shedding)
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Dry Grade 3.5
CF to Crocking ASTM D5053 • Test on back only if unlined
Wet Grade 3
Color Change Grade 3.5
CF to Professional Leather Clean Professional Leather Clean Staining Grade 3
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Water Spotting* AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)
OPTIONAL TESTING (REQUIRED IF APPLICABLE)
Finger Printing* Various Consistent Leather Properties Across Lots and Suppliers

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 Leather (Pigmented/Coated) – Fabric TBFW-010
REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk samples: all colors tested at an additional
Flammability US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1
charge
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
coating
Total Lead in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 300 ppm
coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Phthalates CPSC-CH-C1001-09.4 Not in Excess of 0.06% /600 ppm (sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP & DnHP) Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
that are readily accessible by the consumer
Chromium VI 1907/ 2006/EC (REACH) / ISO 17075 Not in Excess of 3 ppm
PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Formaldehyde EN ISO 17226-1:2008 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
PHYSICAL TESTING
Thickness (Millimeters) ASTM D 1813 Report Actual
General – 4.5 lbf Minimum
Tear Strength ASTM D 4704
Pants – 7 lbf Minimum
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional After 1 Professional Leather Clean
Professional Leather Clean
Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
Flex Resistance ASTM D 6182 No Finish Cracks after 15,000 Flexes
Cold Crack Resistance * ASTM D 1912 No Finish Cracks @ 14° F (-10°C)
Finish Adhesion * ASTM D 6183 1.14 lbf/in
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Dry Grade 3
CF to Crocking ASTM D5053 • Test on back only if unlined
Wet Grade 2.5
Color Change e 3.5
CF to Professional Leather Clean Professional Leather Clean Staining 3
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Water Spotting * AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)

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 Swimsuit Fabric TBF-08
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No.
CANADA: Pass • Testing required
27.5
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must
be tested in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™,
Thermolite™, etc.)
AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC +/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
89 +/- 3% Blends
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima,
Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow
Talbots SOP

PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
AATCC 158 / Commercial Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean
Dry Cleaning Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)

Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)

Original: Data Only (Plaids, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)

ASTM D 3882 (Original)
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1
Knit: 5% Maximum
(After Wash)
Woven: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing 25
 Swimsuit Fabric TBF-08
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
ASTM D 3887(Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number
Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775(Woven) of courses/picks separately
< 180 g/m2 = 35 psi
Burst Strength
ASTM D 3786 180-240 g/m2 = 40 psi • Knits only- lace and mesh not applicable
> 240 g/m2 = 50 psi
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.
Tear Strength
ASTM D 1424 4-7 oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 =15 lbs. @ 1/4” Seam Separation
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434 4-7 oz/yd2 = 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
• Knits and woven
Pilling ASTM D 3512 Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 30 Minutes
• All colors

Both Knits and Woven:

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Elastomeric Fiber:
4% or Greater <4% Elastomeric Containing No o Performance: >4%
Elastomeric Fiber Elastomeric Yarn o Comfort: <4%
Fiber o Mechanical: contains none
Knits:
Initial Stretch, • Measure Growth and Recovery using 60
ASTM D2594 (Knit) Immediate (Knits) seconds and 60 minutes
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107 (Woven) 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- • Required in both courses and wales.
Initial Elongation, 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Report all results as data only
Immediate Woven:
(Woven) • N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% • Measure Growth and Recovery after 30
Growth and Maximum. Maximum Maximum minutes
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both
Minimum Minimum Minimum directions
• Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Elongation as data only

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 Swimsuit Fabric TBF-08
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Indigos: proposed care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Medium/Dark Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
CF to Light AATCC 16 (Option 3), 20 AFU
Light/Neon Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3 Minimum
CF to Pool Water (Chlorinated) AATCC 162 Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Sea Water AATCC 106 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Water AATCC 107 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Lining/Pocket Fabric TBF-09
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be
tested in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
• Certificates:
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names
+/- 3% Blends
(i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized,
etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots
SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135
Fabrics with Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings
+/- 4% (L X W)
Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning
Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS- Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash
006 Fabrics with Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings
+/- 4% (L X W)
Original: Data Only (Plaid, Stripes and Directional Prints Only)
ASTM D 3882 (Original) After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Knit: 5% Maximum
Wash) Woven: 3% Maximum
Stripes, Plaids, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory 28
 Lining/Pocket Fabric TBF-09
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

ASTM D3512 Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 30 Minutes • All colors

• Wool/Specialty Fibers
Pilling Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
• Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel
ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair, Alpaca
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions)
• All colors
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)

ASTM D3887 (Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number of

Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775 (Woven) courses/picks separately
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
< 180 g/m2 = 35 psi
Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 180-240 g/m2 = 40 psi • Knits only- lace and mesh not applicable
> 240 g/m2 = 50 psi
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 1.5 lbs. Regardless of Weight • Woven only
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Woven only

Both Knits and Woven:

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Elastomeric Fiber:
4% or Greater <4% Elastomeric Containing No o Performance: >4%
Elastomeric Fiber Elastomeric Yarn o Comfort: <4%
Fiber o Mechanical: contains none
Knits:
ASTM D2594 (Knit) Initial Stretch, • Measure Growth and Recovery using 60 seconds
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107 (Woven) Immediate (Knits) and 60 minutes
20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- • Required in both courses and wales
Initial Elongation, 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Report all results as data only
Immediate Woven:
(Woven)
• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% • Measure Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Growth and Maximum. Maximum Maximum • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both directions
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Minimum Minimum Minimum 29
Elongation as data only
 Lining/Pocket Fabric TBF-09
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change: Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed
CF to Crocking
AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Indigos/Sulphur Black: care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage AATCC 163 (Option 2) Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Yarn Fiber TBF-10
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be
tested in each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development and Bulk: all colors are to be tested
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
+/- 0% Single Fiber names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™,
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima,
Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow
Talbots SOP
PHYSICAL TESTING
Fiber Diameter ASTM D2130 As Claimed, +/-5% from Contracted • Required for Wool and other Animal Specialty Fibers
Within +/-5% from original claim
Yarn Size (Count) ASTM D1907
Report number of ends and number of picks separately
ASTM D1423-02 Report the Average, Lowest/Highest and SD for Single/Plied Yarn in
Yarn Twist (Single/Plied Yarn)
ASTM D1422 TPM/TPI and Twist Ratio
Single Yarn Strength ASTM D2256-10e1 Report the Average, Lowest/Highest for Strength and Elongation
Yarn Irregularity • Boucle, tape, heavy gauge yarns exempt from testing
Uster Method Data Only
(Evenness/Thick and Thin/Neps)
• Only applicable for yarns containing 50% or more
Oil Content* IWS TM136 1.5% Maximum
Wool or Animal Hair
Wool Tops Mean Fiber Length* ASTM D1575 Report the Average for Each Tops Sample
ASTM D 1575: 100% Wool Fiber
ASTM D 1447: 100% Cashmere and 100%
Fiber Staple Length* Report Actual for Data Only
Cotton Fiber
ASTM D5103: Yarn (All Other Fibers)

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 Down/Feather TBF-11
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Down Cluster: 80% Minimum
Down Fiber: 10% Maximum
Feather: 10% Maximum
Down Content Analysis IDFB Testing Regulation Part 3
Damaged and Broken Feathers: 2% Maximum
Land Fowl Feathers and Fibers: 2% Maximum
Residue: 2% Maximum
Oxygen Number IDFB Testing Regulation Part 7 10 Maximum
Turbidity IDFB Testing Regulation Part 11-B 250 mm Minimum
Species Identification IDFB Testing Regulation Part 12 90% Minimum of Plumage is of that Species
PHYSICAL TESTING
• Report Garment Size, Gross Weight (g),
Weight Visual Report Actual Shell Weight (g), Total Net Filling Weight
(g), Net Filling Weight Percentage (%)

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 Color Only Fabric (Knit/Woven) TBF-12
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability additional charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved
+/- 0% Single Fiber CCMI technician
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends o Development: One color must be
tested
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 135 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)

Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning
Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
ASTM D3512 All Others: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 30 Minutes • All colors
• Sweaters and Shrugs
Pilling Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) • Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel
ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair,
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions) Alpaca
• All colors

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

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 Color Only Fabric (Knit/Woven) TBF-12
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
Both Knits and Woven:
Performance Comfort Mechanical • All colors
4% or Greater <4% Elastomeric Containing No • Elastomeric Fiber:
o Performance: >4%
Elastomeric Fiber Elastomeric Yarn
o Comfort: <4%
Fiber o Mechanical: contains none
Initial Stretch, Knits:
Immediate (Knits) • Measure Growth and Recovery using 60 seconds
ASTM D2594 (Knit) 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- and 60 minutes
Stretch and Recovery
ASTM D3107 (Woven) Initial Elongation, 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Required in both courses and wales.
Immediate • Report all results as data only
(Woven) Woven:
• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5%
• Measure Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Growth and Maximum. Maximum Maximum
• Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85%
directions
Minimum Minimum Minimum
Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Elongation as data only

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye/Garment Dyes:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Indigos/Sulphur Black: proposed care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum 34
 Color Only Fabric (Knit/Woven) TBF-12
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3) 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
Medium/Dark Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
AATCC 16 (Option 3), 20 AFU • Swimwear only
CF to Light* Light/Neon Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk and
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum linings only
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns) • Not required on solid whites or ivory
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
CF to Pool Water (Chlorinated)* AATCC 162 Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum • Swimwear Only
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Sea Water* AATCC 106 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum • Swimwear Only
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Water* AATCC 107 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum • Outerwear and Swimwear only
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Ozone* AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum at 1 cycle • Denim and Chambray only
CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum at 1 cycle • Denim and Chambray only
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum

OPTIONAL TESTING (AS REQUESTED)

• Test only if claimed
Water Resistance* AATCC 35 1 g. Maximum
• N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics

Original State: 90 Rating Minimum • Test only if claimed

Water Repellency* AATCC 22
After 1 Laundering and/or Dry Clean: 80 Rating Minimum • N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics

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 Performance Claims Supplement TBF-13

Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

• Initial and after 10 launderings
Absorbency * AATCC 79 ≤5 Seconds Maximum • Test side of fabric which will be in contact with skin
• Must also pass wicking test to substantiate marketing claim

Vertical Wicking of Textiles * AATCC 197, Option B 4 inches minimum after 30 Minutes • Initial and after 10 launderings

Moisture Vapor Transmission * AATCC E 96 Method B >600 g/m2 (24 hours) • Initial only

Original: 70% Minimum Evaporation After 30 Minutes

Evaporation/Drying Rate * AATCC 199 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After Laundering: 60% Minimum Evaporation After 30 Minutes
Temperature Change by Moisture-
In-House Test Method ≥2°C • Must test Thermal Retention as well when requesting this test
Absorbing*
Outerwear: 0.70 CLO Minimum
ASTM D1518, Option 1 Coat: 0.5 CLO Minimum
Thermal Resistance* • Initial only
ASTM D1518, Option 2 Jacket: 0.3 CLO Minimum
Sweatshirt: 0.2 CLO Minimum
Far Infrared Emission Rate >/= 0.80
Thermal Retention* FTTS-FA-010, V2 • Initial only
Temperature Rise>/=0.5°c
Determining the Temperature Rating of
ASTM F2732 Ranking Determined by Results • Initial only
Cold Weather Protective Clothing*

Original State: 90 Rating Minimum

Water Repellency* AATCC 22
After 1 Laundering and/or Dry Clean: 80 Rating Minimum

Water Resistance* AATCC 35 1 g. Maximum

Wind Resistance* ASTM D737 <3 cfm • Initial and after 10 launderings

Initial: Grade 5 Minimum

Aqueous Liquid Repellency * AATCC 193 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Initial: Grade 4 Minimum
Soil Release * AATCC 130 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Elongation: 90% Minimum/10 Lb. Load
Compression * ASTM D4964 Modulus: @ 30% 50% 70%, +/- 10% against Mill’s Specification • Initial only
Recovery: 90% Minimum/60 Seconds

Wrinkle Recovery of Fabrics* AATCC 128 Grade 4 Minimum • Initial only

Anti-Static (Cling Test) * AATCC 76 109~ 1012

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 Performance Claims Supplement TBF-13

Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

AATCC 100
Initial – 95% Minimum Reduction
(staphylococcus aureus and • Initial and after 20 launderings
After 20 Launderings –90% Minimum Reduction
Anti-Microbial Finish * klebsiella pneumonia)
ASTM E2149 Non-Leaching (E.
95% Minimum Reduction
Coli)
• Initial and after 20 launderings
Anti-Bacterial/Fungal * AATCC 30 (III) No Growth
• 2 weeks TAT
• Prints/foil: After 10 launderings. Must evaluate and record
AATCC TS-008 (Color/Print results after 3/5/10 launderings
Grade 4
Retention) • All others: After 20 launderings. Must evaluate and record
Fade Resistant* results after 5/10/15/20 launderings
Medium/Dark Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
AATCC 16 (Option 3) (CF to Light)
Light/Neon Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3 Minimum

AATCC 183 – Initial UPF > 40 / UVA Transmission < 5%

D6544 –After 40 HL, 100hrs Light
Fastness
• Test lightest color
Labeling per ASTM D6603 UV Protection Labeling • Initial and after 40 launderings
Ultraviolet Protection factor (UPF) * UPF Range Protection Category • Garments made of more than one fabric with different UPF
Swimwear: 100hrs Light Fastness 15-24 Good values must be labeled with lowest value
+ Chlorinated Pool Water
25-39 Very Good
40-50, 50+ Excellent
Labeling per ASTM D6603

Initial: >=100cd/(lx*m2)
After 5 washes: Shall Exceed 75 cd/(lx • m2) at One of the Two
Visibility – Retroreflective (Non-PPE) ANSISEA 107 • Measured at Observation Angle 12' and Entrance Angle 5°
Orientations and Shall be Not Less than 75 cd/(lx • m2) at the
Other Orientation

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 Knit Garment TBG-01
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must
represent First Quality product. No
‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
• Must be representative of BULK
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects
production unless otherwise agreed by
Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on
the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Required only for garments with surface
decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation
and reporting
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or Camel
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends Hair
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested
and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Original: Data Only
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC TS-004
All Others: 5% Maximum
Stripes, Plaid, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
PHYSICAL TESTING

< 100 g/m2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation

Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015 • All Seams Including Lining
>/= 100 g/m2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation

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 Knit Garment TBG-01
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Test Growth and Recovery at 60 seconds

and 60 minutes
Initial Stretch, 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- • Required in both courses and wales
Immediate 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Elastomeric Fiber:
Stretch and Recovery ASTM D2594
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% o Performance: >4%
Growth and Maximum Maximum Maximum o Comfort: <4%
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% o Mechanical: contains none
Minimum Minimum Minimum • Report all results as data only

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) proposed care If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
• Required on shell, lining and soft
Pigment/Indigo Dye;
trimmings
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum

ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE

Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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 Woven/Chambray Garment TBG-02
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must
represent First Quality product. No
‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
• Must be representative of BULK
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects
production unless otherwise agreed by
Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on
the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Required only for garments with surface
decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation
and reporting
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or Camel
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends Hair
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested
and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L
x W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L
x W)
Original: Data Only
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC TS-004
All Others: 5% Maximum
Stripes, Plaid, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

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 Woven/Chambray Garment TBG-02
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
For Tops, Dresses and Linings: 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683 • Shell and Lining
For All Bottoms and Jackets: 25 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation

• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses

Performance Comfort Mechanical • Test Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
• Elastomeric fiber:
Initial Elongation, 20% Minimum- 50% 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- 15% o Performance: >4%
Immediate Maximum 30% Maximum Maximum o Comfort: <4%
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% o Mechanical: contains none
Growth and Maximum Maximum Maximum • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% directions
Minimum Minimum Minimum • Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail
and Elongation as data only

• Pile fabrics only

Face: Grade 3.5 Minimum at 300 Cycles
Pile Retention* ASTM D 4685 • Before and after 1 cycle of proposed
Back: Grade 3.5 Minimum at 100 Cycles
care
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) proposed care If Initial fails
Indigos:
• Required on shell, lining and soft
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
trimmings
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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 Denim Garment TBG-03
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must
represent First Quality product. No
‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
• Must be representative of BULK
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects
production unless otherwise agreed by
Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on
the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING

• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected

Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed

Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative

• Required only for garments with surface
decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation
and reporting
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends Camel Hair
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested
and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Washes Without Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W) • Required on all washes performed
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
All Washes With Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W) during the manufacturing process
• Required on all washes performed
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
during the manufacturing process
All Washes Without Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W) • Required on all washes performed
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
All Washes With Stretch: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W) during the manufacturing process
Original: Data Only
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC TS-004
All Others: 5% Maximum
Stripes, Plaid, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

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 Denim Garment TBG-03
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

For Tops and Dresses: 20 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation • Required on all washes performed
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683
For Denim Bottoms and Jackets: 35 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation during the manufacturing process

• N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses

Performance Comfort Mechanical
• Test Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Initial Elongation, 20% Minimum- 50% 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- 15% • Elastomeric fiber:
Immediate Maximum 30% Maximum Maximum o Performance: >4%
o Comfort: <4%
Stretch and Recovery ASTM 3107 Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5%
Growth and o Mechanical: contains none
Maximum Maximum Maximum
Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both
Recovery
directions
Minimum Minimum Minimum
• Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail
and Elongation as data only

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Indigos/Sulphur Black: proposed care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft
Wet Grade 2 Minimum trimmings
Pigment Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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 Sweater/Shrug Garment TBG-04
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must
represent First Quality product. No
‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
• Must be representative of BULK
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects
production unless otherwise agreed by
Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on
the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Required only for garments with surface
decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation
and reporting
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or Camel
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends Hair
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested
and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Pointelle: After 3 Launderings: +/- 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 /Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Pointelle: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Original: Data Only
Skew AATCC TS-004 After 3 Laundering and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Not to exceed 3/4" (either right or left side)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

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 Sweater/Shrug Garment TBG-04
PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Wool/Specialty Fibers
Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) • Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel
Pilling ICI Pill Box- ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions) Hair, Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair,
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions) Alpaca
• All colors
< 100 g/m2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation
Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015 • All Seams Including Lining
>/= 100 g/m2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Dry Grade 4 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft
Pigment Dye: trimmings
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

Shedding Propensity * IHTM 026 Actual Results • Data only

Snag Resistance * ASTM 5362 Actual Results • Data only

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 Wrinkle Resistant Garment TBG-05
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must
represent First Quality product. No ‘Seconds’
are to be submitted
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects • Must be representative of BULK production
unless otherwise agreed by Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on the
test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Required only for garments with surface
decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation and
+/- 0% Single Fiber reporting
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends • Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must
follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
All Others: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L x W)
Original: Data Only
Skew AATCC TS-004
After 3 Launderings: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
PHYSICAL TESTING
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs.
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation
Fabric: Grade 4 Minimum
Wrinkle Fabric Smoothness AATCC 143 Seams: Grade 4 Minimum • After 5, 10, 15 launderings Pre and post-cure
Creases: Grade 4 Minimum
Fabric: Grade 4 Minimum
Seam Smoothness AATCC 143 Seams: Grade 4 Minimum • After 5, 10, 15 launderings Pre and post-cure
Creases: Grade 4 Minimum

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 Wrinkle Resistant Garment TBG-05
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) proposed care If Initial fails
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Required on shell, lining and soft
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
trimmings
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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 Outerwear Garment TBG-06
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must represent First
Quality product. No ‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects • Must be representative of BULK production unless
otherwise agreed by Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
All Others: 1ug/m^2 Maximum • Fabric with PVC/PU Coating, Coated Leather (patent),
PFOS/PFOA* CEN/TS 15968
Solid Articles (i.e. Plastic Tip/Aglet): 1mg/kg Maximum Plasticized Components/Prints
All Others: Not in excess of 90 ppm
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003- Rainwear, PVC, Neoprene, and/or Other Plastic Materials: Not in excess of 30
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating * • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
09) ppm
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in excess of 40 ppm
All Others: Not in excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH- Rainwear, PVC, Neoprene, and/or Other Plastic Materials: Not in excess of 30
Total Lead in Substrate *
E1002-08.3 ppm
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in excess of 40 ppm
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * Not in Excess 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
09)
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-
Total Cadmium in Substrate * Not in Excess 100 ppm
E1002-08.3
All Others: Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP,
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
DINP, and DnHP)
Phthalates * CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that
Rainwear containing PVC: Not in Excess of 0.06% /600 ppm (Sum of DEHP,
are readily accessible by the consumer
BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, and DnHP)
• Required only for garments with surface decoration
o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation and reporting
+/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or Camel Hair
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends • Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must follow Talbots
SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Machine Wash
TS-006 Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X
W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W) 48
 Outerwear Garment TBG-06
PERFORMANCE TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning
Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
Original: Data Only
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC TS-004 Knits: 5% Maximum
Woven: 3% Maximum
Stripes, Plaids, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
PHYSICAL TESTING
Shell: 25 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Woven only
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683
Lining: 20 lbs. @ 1/4" Seam Separation • Shell and lining
< 100 g/m2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation • Knits only
Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015
>/= 100 g/m2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation • All seam Including lining

Face: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 300 Cycles • Pile fabrics only

Pile Retention* ASTM D 4685
Back: Grade 3.5 Minimum @ 100 Cycles • Before and after 1 cycle of proposed care

Water Resistance* AATCC 35 1 g. Maximum • N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics

Original State: 90 Rating Minimum

Water Repellency* AATCC 22 • N/A on Wool and Specialty Fabrics
After 1 Laundering and/or Dry Clean: 80 Rating Minimum
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft
Pigment / Indigo Dye: trimmings
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds 49
Embellishment Durability* General Appearance No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
 Outerwear Garment TBG-06
OPTIONAL TESTING (BY REQUEST ONLY)
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Wind Resistance * (5ASTM
Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)
D737 <3 cfm • Initial and after 10 launderings
Initial: Grade 5 Minimum
Oil Repellency * AATCC 118 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Initial: Grade 5 Minimum
Aqueous Liquid Repellency* AATCC 193 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3 Minimum
Initial: Grade 4 Minimum
Soil Release * AATCC 130 • Initial and after 10 launderings
After 10 Launderings: Grade 3.5 Minimum

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 Leather Garment TBG-07
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must represent First
Quality product. No ‘Seconds’ are to be submitted
Defects Visual Assessment No Visual Defects • Must be representative of BULK production unless
otherwise agreed by Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on the test report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP,
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that
DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
are readily accessible by the consumer
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
Formaldehyde* ISO 17226-1/2 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
1907/2006/EC (REACH) /
Chromium VI Not in Excess of 3 ppm
ISO 17075
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional After 1 Professional Leather Clean
Professional Leather Clean
Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level BS EN ISO 4045 4.5 - 7.5
PHYSICAL TESTING
Leather Thickness ASTM D 1813 Report Actual Value
General – 4.5 lbf Minimum
Tear Strength ASTM D 4704
Pants – 7 lbf Minimum
Assessment of Fiber Shedding * TM 227 Grade 4 Minimum (Very Light Shedding) • Suede and Nubuck
Zip Puller Attachment * ASTM D 2061 55 lbf. Minimum
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum
No significant loss of finish. No visual change. No change in
CF to Professional Leather Cleaning Professional Leather Clean Staining Grade 3 Minimum
texture, handle, surface or overall appearance
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking* ASTM D5053
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Applicable for Suede/Nubuck

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COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Dry (50 cycles) Grade 3.5 Minimum
• Applicable for aniline, semi-aniline,
CF to Veslic Rubbing * EN ISO 11640:1998 Wet (20 cycles) Grade 3 Minimum- Aniline, Semi-Aniline
pigmented/coated
Wet (80 cycles) Grade 3 Minimum- Pigmented/Coated
CF to Water Spotting * AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(1 Professional Leather Clean Cycle)

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 Garment Dyed/Washed (Knit/Woven) TBG-09
GARMENT QUALITY EVALUATION
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• All samples submitted for testing must represent
First Quality product. No ‘Seconds’ are to be
submitted
Defects (Shading Evaluation) Visual Assessment No Visual Defects • Must be representative of BULK production unless
otherwise agreed by Talbots
• Any visual defects must be reported on the test
report
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative.
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required

• Required only for garments with surface decoration

o Refer to Talbots SOP for evaluation and
reporting
AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC +/- 0% Single Fiber • Testing required for all Cashmere or Camel Hair
Fiber Analysis *
89 +/- 3% Blends • Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic, must follow
Talbots SOP

PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
AATCC 158 / Commercial Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean
Dry Cleaning Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)

Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)

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 Garment Dyed/Washed (Knit/Woven) TBG-09

PERFORMANCE TESTING, CONTINUED

Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Original: Data Only
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Skew AATCC TS-004 Knit: 5% Maximum
Woven: 3% Maximum
Stripes, Plaids, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum

General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

PHYSICAL TESTING
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
ASTM D3887 (Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number of
Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775 (Woven) courses/picks separately
< 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4-7 oz/yd2 = 35 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 45 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 = 2 lbs.
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 4-7 oz/yd2 = 2.5 lbs. • Woven only
> 7 oz/yd2 = 3 lbs.
< 180 g/m2 = 35 psi
• Lace and Mesh Not Applicable
Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 180-240 g/m2 = 40 psi
• Knit only
> 240 g/m2 = 50 psi

< 100 g/m2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation

Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015 • Knit: All Seams Including Lining
>/= 100 g/m2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation

For Tops, Dresses and Linings: 20 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation

Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683 • Woven: Shell and Lining
For All Bottoms and Jackets:25 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation

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 Garment Dyed/Washed (Knit/Woven) TBG-09
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Performance Comfort Mechanical Both Knits and Woven:

4% or Greater <4% Elastomeric Containing No • Elastomeric Fiber:
Elastomeric Fiber Elastomeric Yarn o Performance: >4%
o Comfort: <4%
Fiber
o Mechanical: contains none
Initial Stretch, Knits:
Immediate (Knits) • Measure Growth and Recovery using 60 seconds
ASTM D2594 (Knit) 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- and 60 minutes.
Stretch and Recovery
ASTM D3107 (Woven) Initial Elongation, 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Required in both courses and wales
Immediate • Report all results as data only
(Woven) Woven:
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% • N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses
Growth and Maximum. Maximum Maximum • Measure Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both directions
Minimum Minimum Minimum • Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Elongation as data only

ASTM D3512 Grade 3.5 @30 Minutes • All colors

• Wool/Specialty Fibers
Pilling Wool and Wool Blends: Grade 3.5 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
• Specialty Fibers include Cashmere, Camel Hair,
ICI Pilling Box – ISO 12945 Specialty Animal Fibers: Grade 3 After 2 Hours (7,200 Revolutions)
Angora, Vicuna, Llama, Mohair, Alpaca
All Others: Grade 3.5 After 4 Hours (14, 400 Revolutions)
• All colors

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Original and After 1 Cycle Proposed Care:
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
proposed care If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
• Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings

Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)

AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine

AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
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 Garment Dyed/Washed (Knit/Woven) TBG-09
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum

• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

• Required on all solid whites

Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
• Embellishments that are graspable
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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 Children’s Garment Supplement TBG-10
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Textile items
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability • All colors to be tested
CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: PASS • Testing required

All Others: 1ug/m^2 Maximum • Fabric with PVC/PU Coating, Coated Leather
PFOS/PFOA* CEN/TS 15968
Solid Articles (i.e. Plastic Tip/Aglet): 1mg/kg Maximum (patent), Plasticized Components/Prints

All Others: Not in excess of 90 ppm

Total Lead in Finish/Surface 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) • For all components with applied
Rainwear, PVC, Neoprene, and/or Other Plastic Materials: Not in excess of 30ppm
Coating* finish/surface coating
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in excess of 40ppm
All Others: Not in excess of 100ppm
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 PVC, Neoprene, and / or Other Plastic Materials: Not in excess of 30 ppm
Trim and Component Materials used for Rainwear: Not in excess of 40ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/surface • Plastics, coating, all prints, and painted
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 40 ppm
coating* surface
Total Cadmium in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 40 ppm
All Others: Not in excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, • For components of Faux Leather/Coated
CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 DnHP & DnOP) Leather, Scrapable Coatings/Prints and
Phthalates*
Rainwear: Not in excess of 0.06% /600 ppm (sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, Polymers/Rubbers that are readily accessible
DnHP & DnOP) by the consumer
• Qualitative, If Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If spot test is positive, then proceed to quantitative.
quantitative must be performed

Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative

Sharp Points/Edges 16 CFR 1500 48-49 Shall have no sharp points or edges
• Must not include any removable, liberated
components, or fragments of products after
Small Parts 16 CFR 1501 50-53 Shall Comply with Requirements
use and abuse that are small enough to fit
within the small parts cylinder
Tension: 15lbs for 10 seconds
Attachment Strength ASTM F963 8.8 / 8.9 • Graspable small parts
Torque: 4 in-lbs. for 10 seconds
Label/permanent markings must contain the following: information:
1. Talbots Issued FID# • Must be permanent for the life of the
2. Location and date of production of the product garment
Tracking Label Review for Children’s
USA - CPSIA 3. Detailed information on the manufacturing process (i.e. batch, run • Labels size and font must be Talbots
Product
number, lot or po#) approved
4. Any other information to facilitate ascertaining the specific source of • All information must be visible and legible
the product

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 Children’s Garment Supplement TBG-10
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

HEAD, HOOD AND NECK AREA

• Not allowed, functional or non-functional. • All Children’s Sizes 0-20
ANKLE OPENENING AND DRESS SWEEPS • Drawstrings definition:
• Not allowed, functional or non-functional. o A non-retractable cord, ribbon or tape of
WAIST AND BOTTOM/SWEEP OF TOPS any material to pull together parts of
Functional Drawstrings
CPSC’s Guidelines for Drawstrings, NY • Functional allowed at waist but must meet the following criteria: garments to provide for closure for hems,
Gen. Bus. Law Section 391.b (CONSOL • All drawstrings must be sewn at the back-waist midpoint and/or at the necklines, pants and cuffs, regardless of
2002), Wisconsin State Law ATCP 139 side seams of the garment whether they pass through a channel,
• Must not be open channel; must be fully enclosed. also known as draw cords
• No Toggles, Knots or other attachments at the free ends. • Aglets must be tested for Attachment
• Aglets are only allowed for size 4-16, and must be securely attached Strength and any applicable chemical testing.
Free ends cannot measure more than 3 inches out of the garment opening when the
waistband is fully extended.

• All Children’s Sizes 0-20

BACK NECK, LONG SLEEVES AND LEG OPENINGS • Must be tested for Attachment Strength
• Not Allowed • Mock Drawstring definition:
FRONT NECK AND SHORT SLEEVES: o A cord, ribbon tape of any material with
• Must be permanently sewn to the garment two loose hanging ends applied to the
• Free ends no more than 3” long when untied exterior of a garment for decorative
General Product Safety Directive
Decorative Cords: WAIST AREA: purposes and no portion of the material
2006/C171/04
Sashes/ Ties/Ribbons • Must be permanently sewn to the garment channeled
EN 14682:2004
• Maximum length 14.0” from midpoint and when tied does not hang below the • Sash definition:
hem of the garment o Scarf like band commonly used in the
For all Functional/Semi Functional Sashes/ Ties/Ribbons waist area below chest and above knee
Ends must be clean finished. No Toggles, Knots or other attachments at the free with a width minimum of 1.25” or
ends. greater
Less than 1.25” may be considered a tie
BACK AREA
• No tacked or fixed Bows allowed
All other Bows must be permanently secured and non-functional
Meeting the following tail End length requirement: • All Children’s Sizes 0-20
Tacked/Fixed Bows CPSC (Length Restriction) Guidelines
• 1” at Neck/Head Area, Cuff/Sleeve Opening below elbow, Leg Opening Must be tested for attachment strength
below knee
3” at Chest, Shoulder, Cuff/Sleeve Opening above elbow, Waist (below chest, above
knee), Leg Opening at or above knee
ASTM D4846 (Snapping) Minimum 2.0lbs
Operability (Snaps)*
AATCC/AST TS 013 (Unsnapping) Maximum 8.0 bs
Completed by lab and accompanied by Test Report if results PASS for CPSIA and Must have Fabric Test report with required
Certificate of Compliance (COC) USA - CPSIA
regulatory testing Children’s Fabric Testing

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 Sock/Knee-highs TBA-01

REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING

Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
coating
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP,
Phthalates * CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
• Polyester/Spandex Blends only
Bisphenol A Content * Solvent Extraction followed by HPLC No Detection (Detection Limit: 1 ppm)
• If testing is required – one color only
• Bulk Production: One color must be tested unless
otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI
technician
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
• Metallic: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots
SOP
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 • Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
+/- 3% Blends
reported
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™,
Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima,
Mercerized, etc.)
PERFORMANCE TESTING
• Foot length, foot width, cuff length, cuff width, sock
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Deviation in Inches (+/- 5%)
length
• Foot length, foot width, cuff length, cuff width, sock
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning Deviation in Inches (+/- 5%)
length
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 Deviation in Inches (+/- 5%)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
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pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5
 Sock/Knee-highs TBA-01
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum proposed care If Initial fails
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
PHYSICAL TESTING
Report Actual Weight of One Whole
Product Weight (gm) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
Sock
Sock: 50 psi
Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 • Toe seam only
Knee-Highs: 20 psi
Dress/Casual Sock: No Yarn Breakage After 250 Cycles (or Stop at Failure)
Abrasion Resistance ASTM D 3886 (Modified)
Sport/Active: No Yarn Breakage After 400 Cycles (or Stop at Failure)
Skid Resistance* ASTM F609-79 0.40 Minimum • Slipper socks
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Pantyhose/Tights TBA-02
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Bulk Production: One color must be tested unless otherwise
specified
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
+/- 3% Blends
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires certification
(i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots SOP

PERFORMANCE TESTING
• Report the following points of measurements:
Dimensional Stability to Laundering ITM-060 / ITM-065 + / - 5% o Waistband Width (mm), Thigh band Width (mm) Crotch
Length x Width (mm) Toe (Sandal foot vs. Reinforced)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5
PHYSICAL TESTING

Product Weight (gm) Report Actual As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight

Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 50 psi

Reinforced: 20 psi • Panty and toe
Burst Strength of Seams* ASTM D 3786 Not Reinforced: 15 PSI

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum, Wet
Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If Initial
Dry Grade 4 Minimum, Wet fails
Grade 2.5 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum
Staining Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5
Minimum (Prints/Patterns) 61
 Pantyhose/Tights TBA-02
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Scarves/Pareo/Wraps TBA-03
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative must be
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be tested in each
stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
+/- 0% Single Fiber o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 +/- 3% Blends • Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e. Lycra®,
Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires certification (i.e.
Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)

Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning
Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)

Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Knit: 5% Maximum
Skew ATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash)
Woven: 3% Maximum
Stripes, Plaids, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5

PHYSICAL TESTING
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
ASTM D3887 (Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number of courses/picks
Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775 (Woven) separately
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 Scarves/Pareo/Wraps TBA-03
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning White, Ivory and Pastels:
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
CF to Ozone* AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum at 1 Cycle • Denim and Chambray only
CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum at 1 Cycle • Denim and Chambray only
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU Grade 3.5 Minimum

Color Change Grade 4 Minimum

AATCC 15 -1997 • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* Staining Grade 4 Minimum
(8 Multi-Fiber Swatch No. 49) • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

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 Cold Weather Textile Accessories TBA-04
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 / ISO 17226 (Leather) Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Development and Bulk Production: One color must be tested in
each stage, unless otherwise specified
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 • Certificates:
+/- 3% Blends
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires certification
(i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized, etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean
AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Professional Leather Knit: After 1 Professional Leather Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
Professional Leather
Cleaning* Woven: After 1 Professional Leather Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5

PHYSICAL TESTING
Product Weight (gm) ASTM D 3776 Option C As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight

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 Cold Weather Textile Accessories TBA-04
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning White, Ivory, and Pastels:
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach and Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If Initial
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): fails
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4. Minimum
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk and linings only
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE
Operability shall function as intended 10 times • Gloves with touch-screen fingertip(s)
Functionality * Actual Use
Must be able to navigate phones with touch screens • Indicate if any difficulty

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 Hats (Fedora, Baseball Cap, Visor, Straw) TBA-05
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Bulk Production: One color to be tested if claimed and/or
required by FTC
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 • Certificates:
+/- 3% Blends
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized,
etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering* AATCC 150 • Required If submitted with care
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)
• Required If submitted with care
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean* AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash* AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 • Required If submitted with care
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance * Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean*
Commercial Dry Cleaning White, Ivory and Pastels:
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach*
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 Hats (Fedora, Baseball Cap, Visor, Straw) TBA-05
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If Initial
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): fails
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk and linings/sweatbands
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining Grade 4 Minimum only
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns) • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• Linings/sweatbands only
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage AATCC 163 (Option 2) • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Leather Gloves TBA-06
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk samples: all colors tested at an additional
Flammability * US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
charge

Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating

CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate Not in Excess of 300 ppm
08.3
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP,
Phthalates * CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that
DnHP and DnOP)
are readily accessible by the consumer
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 300 ppm
All Others: 1ug/m^2 Maximum • Fabric with PVC/PU Coating, Coated Leather (Patent),
PFOS/PFOA* CEN/TS 15968
Solid Articles (i.e. Plastic Tip/Aglet): 1mg/kg Maximum Plasticized Components and Prints
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde * Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative quantitative must be performed (Applicable to
Textile)
Formaldehyde ISO 17226-1/2 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative (Leathers)
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
Nickel Release testing
1907/2006/EC (REACH) /
Chromium VI Not in Excess of 3 ppm
ISO 17075
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Professional
Professional Leather Clean After 1 Professional Leather Clean +/- 3% (L X W)
Leather Clean
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level BS EN ISO 4045 4.5 - 7.5
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum
CF to Professional Leather Clean Professional Leather Clean Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

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COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Dry Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking ASTM D5053
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Test back only if unlined
Dry (50 cycles) Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet (20 cycles) Grade 3 Minimum- Aniline, Semi-Aniline
CF to Veslic Rubbing ISO 11640:1998 • Applicable for Aniline, Semi-Aniline, Pigmented/Coated
Wet (80 cycles) Grade 3 Minimum- Pigmented/Coated

Color Change Grade 4 Minimum

• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk and linings only
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

OPTIONAL TESTING (BY REQUEST ONLY)

Resistance to Corrosion ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal Components

CF to Water Spotting * AATCC 104: 2010 Grade 3 (With No Residual Halo)

Thickness (Millimeters) * ASTM D 1813 Report Actual

General – 4.5 lbf Minimum

Tear Strength * ASTM D 4704
Pants – 7 lbf Minimum

Cold Crack Resistance * ASTM D 1912 No Finish Cracks @ 14° F (-10°C)

Finish Adhesion * ASTM D 6183 1.14 lbf/in

Flex Resistance * ASTM D 6182 No Finish Cracks after 15,000 Flexes

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REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Camel Hair and Cashmere:
+/- 0% Single Fiber o Must be tested by an approved CCMI technician
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89
+/- 3% Blends o Development: One color must be tested
o Bulk: all colors are to be tested
PERFORMANCE TESTING

Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)

Knit: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning
Woven: After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 2% (L X W)

Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)

Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)

pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 – 7.5

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye:
Color Change Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine

AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum For care label verification only
Bleach

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COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Indigos: Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU Grade 3.5 Minimum
Medium/Dark Colors:20 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
AATCC 16 (Option 3) • Swimwear only
CF to Light* Light/Neon Colors: 20 AFU: Grade 3 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk and linings only
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15 Staining Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns) • Required for all Intimates (Bra, Panties)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
CF to Pool Water (Chlorinated)* AATCC 162 Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum • Swimwear Only
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Sea Water* AATCC 106 Staining Grade 3 Minimum • Swimwear Only
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
CF to Water* AATCC 107 • Outerwear and Swimwear only
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum
(Prints/Patterns)
CF to Ozone* AATCC 109 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Denim and Chambray only
CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • Denim and Chambray only
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability charge
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Bulk Production: One color must be tested in each
stage, unless otherwise specified
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber
names (i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™,
Thermolite™, etc.)
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
+/- 3% Blends
certification (i.e. Pima, Supima, Mercerized,
etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and
reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow
Talbots SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit/Lace: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Knit/Lace: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 150 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
After 3 Launderings and / or 1 Dry Cleaning:
Knit: 5% Maximum
Skew AATCC 179 Method 1: Option 1 (After Wash)
Woven: 3% Maximum
Stripes, Plaids, Directional Prints: 3% Maximum
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing

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PHYSICAL TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Weight
ASTM D 3776 (Option C) As claimed, +/-5% From Contracted Weight
(Knit- gm/m2 – Woven - oz/yd2)
ASTM D3887 (Knit) • Report number of wales/ends and number of
Thread Count Within +/-5% From Original Claim
ASTM D 3775 (Woven) courses/picks separately
< 2.5 oz/yd2 = 15 lbs.
2.5.- 4 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs.
Tensile Strength ASTM D 5034 4.- 6 oz/yd2 = 30 lbs. • Woven only
> 6 oz/yd2 = 40 lbs.
Lining: 2 oz/yd2 = 20 lbs.
< 2.5 oz/yd2 = 1.5 lbs.
2.5.- 4 oz/yd2 = 2.0 lbs.
Tear Strength ASTM D 1424 4.- 6 oz/yd2 = 3.0 lbs. • Woven only
> 6 oz/yd2 = 4.0 lbs.
Lining: 2 oz/yd2 = 2.0 lbs.
< 4 oz/yd2 = 15 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation
Yarn Slippage ASTM D 434 4 – 6 oz/yd2 = 20 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation
> 6 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs. at 1/4" Seam Separation
< 3 oz/yd2 = 35 psi
Burst Strength ASTM D 3786 > 3 oz/yd2 = 50 psi • Knits only
Lace and Mesh = 20 psi
< 4 oz/yd2 = 15 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683 4 -6 oz/yd2 = 20 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation • Woven only
> 6 oz/yd2 = 25 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation
< 3 oz/yd2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation
Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015 • Knits only
> 3 oz/yd2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation

Performance Comfort Mechanical Both Knits and Woven:

4% or Greater <4% Elastomeric Containing No • Elastomeric Fiber:
Elastomeric Fiber Elastomeric Yarn o Performance: >4%
o Comfort: <4%
Fiber
o Mechanical: contains none
Initial Stretch, Knits:
Immediate (Knits) • Measure Growth and Recovery using 60 seconds and
ASTM D2594 (Knits) 20% Minimum- 15% Minimum- 10% Minimum- 60 minutes.
Stretch and Recovery
ASTM 3107 (Woven) Initial Elongation, 50% Maximum 30% Maximum 15% Maximum • Required in both courses and wales
Immediate • Report all results as data only
(Woven) Woven:
Growth: 5% Growth: 5% Growth: 5% • N/A for Tops, Jackets and Dresses
Growth and Maximum. Maximum Maximum • Measure Growth and Recovery after 30 minutes
Recovery Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% Recovery: 85% • Bi-Stretch fabric must be tested in both directions
Minimum Minimum Minimum • Report Growth and Recovery as pass/fail and
Elongation as data only 74
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PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Pilling ASTM D 3512 Grade 3.5 Maximum @ 30 Minutes • All colors

Original and After 3 Launderings:

Heat Seal Evaluation Visual
No Color Loss, No Cracking, No Peeling. Text (If Present) Must Be Legible

Strap Breakage: 15 lb. Minimum • All strap types

ASTM D5034
Strap Attachment Fabric Rupture: 15 lb. Minimum • All strap types
Knit/Woven Elastic
Component Breakage: 10 lb. Minimum • All strap types

Resistance to Corrosion* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Exposed metal components only

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
CF to Laundering AATCC 135 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach
Silks and Neon Colors:
• Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Light* AATCC 16 (Option 3), 5 AFU and 10 AFU 5 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
• White, black and navy colors exempt
10 AFU: Grade 3.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
• Required on all solid whites
Phenolic Yellowing* Courtaulds Method Grade 3.5 Minimum
• N/A for prints, stripes and plaid
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Polyester and/or
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
• Not required on solid whites or ivory

CF to Burnt Gas Fumes* AATCC 23 Grade 4 Minimum @ 1 cycle • White and Light Color Pads and Foam Only 75
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REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Bulk Production: One color must be tested in each stage,
unless otherwise specified
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names
(i.e. Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis* AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
+/- 3% Blends
certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized,
etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots
SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit/Lace: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Knit/Lace: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash AATCC 150 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-006 Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/- 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 4.5 - 7.5 • N/A Development testing
PHYSICAL TESTING
<4 oz./yd2- 15 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation
Seam Slippage ASTM D 1683 4-6 oz./yd2- 20 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation • Woven only
> 6 oz./yd2- 25 lbs. @1/4” Seam Separation
< 3 oz/yd2 = 5 lbs. and/or 35% Elongation
Seam Stretchability AATCC / ASTM TS-015
> 3 oz/yd2 = 7 lbs. and/or 50% Elongation • Knit only
Original and After 3 Launderings:
Heat Seal Evaluation Visual No Color Loss, No Cracking, No Peeling. Text (If Present) Must Be
Legible

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COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care If
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): Initial fails
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
CF to Laundering AATCC 135 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine

AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum • For care label verification only
Bleach

Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum

• Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• Chief value or greater than 35% Polyester and/or Nylon
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2) • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory

ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE

Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds
Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 • Embellishments that are graspable components only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs. for 10
Seconds
General Appearance
Embellishment Durability* No Visual Change or Detachment of Embellishments • Non-graspable components only
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles)

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REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/ surface coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3/ CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3
Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/ Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/ surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3/ CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather, Scrapable
Not in Excess of 0.1%/ 1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP,
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-E1001-09.4 Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that are readily
DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
accessible by the consumer
• Metal Components with Prolonged
Nickel Spot Test* Spot Method Pass
Direct Skin Contact Only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require Nickel Release
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/CM²/Week.
test
US: 16 CFR1610 US: Class 1 • High-risk fabrics: all colors tested at an additional charge
Flammability
CANADA: CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: Pass • Testing Required
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then quantitative
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• Certificates:
o Must be provided for claimed branded fiber names (i.e.
Lycra®, Tencel™, T400™, Thermolite™, etc.)
o Must be provided for any fiber that requires
+/- 0% Single Fiber
Fiber Analysis * AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A / AATCC 89 certification (i.e. Merino, Pima, Supima, Mercerized,
+/- 3% Blends
etc.)
• Mercerization: If claimed must be tested and reported
• Metallic Fiber: If contains Metallic; must follow Talbots
SOP
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3
Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3
Launderings +/- 4% (L X W)

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PERFORMANCE TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Knit: After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W)
Pointelle, Pique, and Terry: After 3 Launderings +/ 6% (L X W)
Woven: After 3 Launderings +/- 3% (L X W)
AATCC 135 (Modified) AATCC/ASTM TS-
Dimensional Stability to Hand Wash Fabric with Stretch and Jacquard/Novelties: After 3 Launderings +/-
006
4% (L X W)
Chief Value or Greater than 35% Rayon, Viscose: After 3 Launderings
+/- 4% (L X W)
General Appearance Visual Assessment Satisfactory
pH Level AATCC 81 pH 4.5 - 7.5
PHYSICAL TESTING
Strength Properties at Joining Area / Band
ASTM D1683 (Mod.) 15 lbs. Minimum
Area
Breathability Assessment ISO 9237 > 96 l/M2/Sec Under 100Pa • Initial and after 3 washes
COLORFASTESS TESTING, CONTINUED
All Others:
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering AATCC 150
Pigment Dye /Garment Dyes:
Color Change: Grade 3 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
Dark Colors (Black/Navy): • Not required on solid whites or ivory
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum care If Initial fails
Pigment Dye /Garment Dyes:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Water AATCC 107 Staining: Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

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PERFORMANCE CLAIM TESTING (ONLY APPLICABLE IF CLAIMED)

Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles

Initial – 95% Reduction Minimum
AATCC 100 (Staphylococcus Aureus and
Anti-Microbial* After 20 Launderings – 90% • Initial and after 20 launderings
Klebsiella Pneumonia)
Reduction Minimum

Wicking * AATCC 197, Option B Minimum 2.5 Inches at 10 Minutes • Initial and after 3 launderings

Knit: > 0.130 w/cm2

Cooling * FTTS-FA-019 • Initial and after 3 launderings
Woven: > 0.170 w/cm2

Quick Dry * AATCC 199 (Mod.) 65% Evaporation After 30 Minutes • Initial and after 3 launderings

ADDITIONAL TESTING WHEN APPLICABLE

Beads, Sequins and Rhinestones: 4 lbs. for 10 Seconds

Fringe and Tassels: 5 lbs. for 10 Seconds
Attachment Strength* 16 CFR 1500 • Embellishments that are Graspable Components Only
Textile Fragile Trims (Excludes Belt Loops and Labels): 15 lbs.
for 10 Seconds

General Appearance No Visual Change or Detachment of • Non-Graspable Components Only

Embellishment Durability*
(5 Washes or 3 Dry Clean Cycles) Embellishments • After 5 Launderings

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REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in excess of 90 ppm
coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate* Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
08.3
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in excess of 100 ppm
coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate * CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, DnHP and
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 micrograms/cm²/week.
Nickel Release testing
1907/2006/EC (REACH) /
Chromium VI* Not in Excess of 3 ppm • Leather only
ISO 17075
PHYSICAL TESTING
Resistance to Corrosion* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal Components
Impact Resistance ITM-007 No Cracks, Chips or Breakage • Novelty shell button only

Requirement by Line Size:

Shank/2and4 <20: 17 lbs.
holes plastic 20 to 25: 20 lbs.
Button Center Pull Test BS 4162 and wooden 26 to 36: 25 lbs.
buttons >37: 30 lbs.
Shell Buttons 15 lbs.
Horn Buttons 18 lbs.

CARE LABELING
General Appearance- Durability to
Visual No Peeling, Cracking, Paint Loss, Color Transfer • 5 launderings & 1 dry cleaning
Laundering and Dry Cleaning
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
CF to Heat AATCC 133 Grade 4 Minimum • Plastics 81
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REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* Not in Excess of 90 ppm
coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate* Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
08.3
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 75 ppm
coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate * CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, DnHP and
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
Nickel Release testing
1907/2006/EC (REACH) /
Chromium VI* Not in Excess of 3 ppm • Leather only
ISO 17075
PHYSICAL TESTING
Resistance to Corrosion and Tarnishing* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal components
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
PERFORMANCE TESTING
General Appearance- Durability to
Visual No Peeling, Cracking, Paint Loss, Color Transfer • 5 launderings & 1 dry cleaning
Laundering and Dry Cleaning

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 Beads/Sequins/Novelty Attachments TBT-03
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate* Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
08.3
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 75 ppm
coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate * CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, DnHP and
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
Nickel Release testing
1907/2006/EC (REACH) /
Chromium VI* Not in Excess of 3 ppm • Leather only
ISO 17075
PHYSICAL TESTING
Resistance to Corrosion* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal components
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
PERFORMANCE TESTING
General Appearance- Durability to
Visual No Chipping, Cracking, Paint Loss, Color Transfer • 5 launderings and 1 dry cleaning
Laundering and Dry Cleaning

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 Snaps/Tacks/Rivets/Burrs/Hook and Eye TBT-04
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate* Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
08.3
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 100 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate * CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP,
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that are
DnHP and DnOP)
readily accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full Nickel
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
Release testing
PHYSICAL TESTING
Resistance to Corrosion* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal components
Attachment Strength ASTM F963 15 lbs. for 10 Seconds

ASTM D4846 Adults: 2 lbs. Minimum and 5.0 lbs. Maximum

Operability (Snaps) *
AATCC/AST TS 013 Children: 2 lbs. Minimum and 8.0 lbs. Maximum

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
PERFORMANCE TESTING
General Appearance- Durability to
Visual No Chipping, Cracking, Paint Loss, Color Transfer • 5 launderings and 1 dry cleaning
Laundering and Dry Cleaning

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 Zippers/Zipper Tabs TBT-05
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• For all components with applied
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
finish/surface coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-
Total Lead in Substrate* Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
08.3
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
• For all components with applied
Total Cadmium in Finish/Surface Coating * 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 75 ppm
finish/surface coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate * CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated
Leather, Scrapable Coatings/Prints and
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
Polymers/Rubbers that are readily
accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only

• Any sample which fails Spot test will

Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
require full Nickel Release testing

PHYSICAL TESTING
Resistance to Corrosion* ASTM B 117 G85 (Modified) No Evidence of Corrosion or Visual Change • Metal components
Operability (Open/Close) ASTM D 2062 As Per Table Below
Zipper Strength ASTM D 2061 As Per Table Below

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 Zippers/Zipper Tabs TBT-05
PHYSICAL TESTING, CONTINUED
Zipper Size 1-2 3-4 5-7 (A) 5-7 (B ) 8-9 10
Chain Crosswise Strength (lbs. Min.)
Brass/Nickel 66 121.0 132 143 165.0 165.0
Aluminum 52.8 77.0 77.0 88.0 110.0 132
Plastic 52.8 59.4 77.0 77.0 110.0 132
Element Pull (lbs. Min.)
Brass/Nickel 6.6 12.1 13.2 17.6 24.2 24.2
Aluminum 5.3 7.7 7.7 11.0 16.5 16.5
Plastic 5.3 5.5 9.9 9.9 17.6 19.8
Slider Tab Pull (lbs. Min.)
Brass/Nickel 22 22 33 44 66 66
Aluminum 22 22 39.6 44 66 66
Plastic 22 22 39.6 39.6 44 66
Top Stop Strength (lbs. Min.)
Brass/Nickel 15.4 19.8 22 28.6 39.6 39.6
Aluminum 15.4 17.6 22 22 22 22
Plastic 17.6 17.6 22 26.4 44 44
Bottom Stop Strength (lbs. Min.)
Brass/Nickel 8.4 17.6 17.6 22 33 33
Aluminum 7.7 12.1 15.4 15.4 22 22
Plastic 11.0 11.0 19.8 22 22 22
Operability (lbs. Max.)
Brass/Nickel 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2 2
Aluminum 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2 2
Plastic 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2 2

COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 /
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum
Commercial Dry Cleaning
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach
PERFORMANCE TESTING
General Appearance- Durability to
Visual No Chipping, Cracking, Paint Loss, Color Transfer • 5 launderings and 1 dry cleaning
Laundering and Dry Cleaning

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 Textile Trimmings (Bindings/Tapes/Ribbons) TBT-06
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Textile items
US: 16 CFR 1610 US: Class 1
Flammability • All colors to be tested
CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: PASS • Testing required
All Others: 1ug/m^2 Maximum • Fabric with PVC/PU Coating, Coated Leather (Patent),
PFOS/PFOA* CEN/TS 15968
Solid Articles (i.e. Plastic Tip/Aglet): 1mg/kg Maximum Plasticized Components and Prints
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
• For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Cadmium in Finish/surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 75 ppm
coating
Total Cadmium in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP,
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
DIDP, DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
Chromium VI* 1907/2006/EC (REACH) / ISO 17075 Not in Excess of 3 ppm • Leather only
PERFORMANCE TESTING
General Appearance- Durability to Laundering and
Visual No Visual Change • 5 launderings and 1 dry cleaning
Dry Cleaning
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor) • 5 launderings and 1 dry cleaning
Cleaning
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dark Colors (Black/Navy):
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of proposed care
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) Dry Grade 4 Minimum
If Initial fails
Wet Grade 2.5 Minimum
• Required on shell, lining and soft trimmings
Pigment/ Indigo Dyes:
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum

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 Textile Trimmings (Bindings/Tapes/Ribbons) TBT-06
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
Color Change Grade 4
Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration* AATCC 15
Staining Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites/ivory
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
• If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum

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 Drawstrings/Cords/Tapes TBT-07
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Textile items
ASTM D1230 US: Class 1
Flammability • All colors to be tested
CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.5 CANADA: PASS • Testing required
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
General: Not in Excess of 100 ppm
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Plastic: Not in Excess of 200 ppm
Electroplated: Not in Excess of 500 ppm
Total Cadmium in Finish/surface
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 75 ppm • For all components with applied finish/surface coating
Coating*
Total Cadmium in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP,
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers that
DIDP, DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
are readily accessible by the consumer
• Metal components only
Nickel Spot Test* PD CR 12471 Pass
• Prolonged direct skin contacts only
• Any sample which fails Spot test will require full Nickel
Nickel Release* EN 1811/ EN 12472 Not in Excess of 0.5 Micrograms/Cm²/Week.
Release testing
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dimensional Stability to Laundering AATCC 150 After 3 Launderings +/- 5% (L X W) • No fraying, raveling or puckering
Dimensional Stability to Dry Clean AATCC 158 / Commercial Dry Cleaning After 1 Dry Cleaning +/- 3% (L X W) • No fraying, raveling or puckering
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning Pigment Dye /Garment Dyes:
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine
AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum
Bleach

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 Drawstrings/Cords/Tapes TBT-07
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
• Not required on solid whites or ivory
Dry Grade 4 Minimum
• Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
Wet Grade 3 Minimum
CF to Crocking AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints) proposed care If Initial fails
Pigment/Indigo Dye:
• Required on shell, lining and soft
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
trimmings
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum • Chief value or greater than 35% Silk
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15
Staining Grade 3 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • If contains Polyester and/or Nylon
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage* AATCC 163 (Option 2)
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory

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 Labels TBT-08
REGULATORY TESTING and PRODUCT SAFETY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
then quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
• For all components with applied
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating* 16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003-09) Not in Excess of 90 ppm
finish/surface coating
Total Lead in Substrate* CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess of 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm (Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, Leather, Scrapable Coatings/Prints and
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3
DnHP and DnOP) Polymers/Rubbers that are readily
accessible by the consumer
APPEARANCE TESTING
Heat Transfer Label
Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5 and 15 launderings
General Appearance After Laundering / Durability
Printed Label
Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5 and 15 launderings
General Appearance After Laundering / Durability
Screen Printed Label
Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5 and 15 launderings
General Appearance After Laundering / Durability
Integrated with Care Label - Heat
Transfer Label General Appearance Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5, 15 and 30 launderings
After Laundering
Integrated with Care Label - Printed Label
Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5, 15 and 30 launderings
General Appearance After Laundering / Durability

Integrated with Care Label - Screen Printed Label Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, Without Peeling, Cracking • Original, 5, 15 and 30 launderings

Woven Label Visual Assessment Text Must Be Legible, No Adverse Effect • Up to 30 launderings
COLORFASTNESS TESTING

CF to Chlorine Bleach & Non-Chlorine Bleach AATCC/ASTM TS-001 Grade 4 Minimum

All Others:
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
AATCC 135 / AATCC 158 / Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)
CF to Laundering/Dry Clean
Commercial Dry Cleaning White, Ivory, and Pastels:
Color Change Grade 3.5 Minimum (With or Without Suppressor)
Staining Grade 3 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Prints/Patterns)

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 Labels TBT-08
COLORFASTNESS TESTING, CONTINUED
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
All Others:
Dry Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Wet Grade 3 Minimum Sample must be tested after 1 cycle of
AATCC 8/AATCC 116 (Prints)
CF to Crocking Dark Colors / Pigment/Indigo Dyes proposed care If Initial fails
Dry Grade 3.5 Minimum
Wet Grade 2 Minimum
Color Change Grade 4 Minimum
CF to Perspiration AATCC 15 Staining Grade 4 Minimum
Self-Staining Grade 4.5 Minimum (Print/Patterns)
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • Required on all labels
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum

CF to Heat AATCC 133 Color Change: Grade 4.5 minimum

• Dry only
Staining: Grade 4.5 minimum

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 Screen Printing (Heat Transfers) TBT-09
REGULATORY TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
• Qualitative, if Formaldehyde is detected then
Formaldehyde Spot Method If Spot Test is Positive, then Proceed to Quantitative
quantitative must be performed
Formaldehyde* JIS L1041 Not in Excess of 75 ppm • Quantitative
16 CFR Part 1303 (CPSC-CH-E1003- • For all components with applied finish/surface
Total Lead in Finish/Surface Coating Not in Excess of 90 ppm
09) coating
CPSC-CH-E1001-08.3/CPSC-CH-
Total Lead in Substrate* Not in Excess of 100 ppm
E1002-08.3
Total Cadmium in Substrate CPSC-CH-E1002-08.3 Not in Excess 100 ppm
• For components of Faux Leather/Coated Leather,
Not in Excess of 0.1% /1000 ppm
Phthalates* CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3 Scrapable Coatings/Prints and Polymers/Rubbers
(Sum of DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIDP, DINP, DnHP and DnOP)
that are readily accessible by the consumer
APPEARANCE TESTING
Screen Printed General Appearance After No Color Loss, Cracking, Peeling If Label Text Must be
Visual Assessment • After original, 5 and 15 launderings
Laundering Legible

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 Paper Trims (Hangtags/Disclaimers/Etc.) TBT-10
COLORFASTNESS TESTING
Test Property Test Method Talbots, Inc. Standard/Requirement Test Principles
CF to Crocking AATCC 8 / AATCC 116 (Prints) Grade 4.5 • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Color Change: Grade 4 Minimum
Resistance to Dye Transfer in Storage AATCC 163 (Option 2) Color Staining: Grade 4 Minimum • Not required on solid whites or ivory
Cross Staining/Self Staining: Grade 4.5 Minimum

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