ASTM D3994-95a - 10.1.2002
 
1. Scope

1.1 This performance specification covers woven fabrics for use in men's, women's and children's swimwear, composed of any textile fiber or mixture of textile fibers.

1.2 These requirements apply to the length and width directions for those properties where fabric direction is pertinent.

1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method described in this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D5034-21(2025)

Standard Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)

D7022-13

Standard Terminology Relating to Apparel

D2622-26

Standard Test Method for Sulfur in Petroleum Products by Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry

D2261-13(2024)

Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by the Tongue (Single Rip) Procedure (Constant-Rate-of-Extension Tensile Testing Machine)

D434-95

Standard Test Method for Resistance to Slippage of Yarns in Woven Fabrics Using a Standard Seam (Withdrawn 2004)

D123-23

Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles

D1424-25

Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Falling-Pendulum (Elmendorf-Type) Apparatus

D2905-97

Standard Practice for Statements on Number of Specimens for Textiles