ASTM D4118-01 - 10.5.2001
 
1. Scope

1.1 This performance specification covers woven fabrics, composed of any textile fiber or mixture of textile fibers, to be used in the manufacture of women's coveralls, dungarees, overalls and shop coats.

1.2 This performance specification recognizes two levels of wearing severity relative to performance requirements for these fabrics.

1.3 This performance specification is not applicable to woven fabrics intended for use in the manufacture of industrial-protective clothing.

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

1.5 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

D123-23

Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles

D1424-25

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

D2261-13(2024)

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

D2262-83

Test Method for Tearing Strength of Woven Fabrics by the Tongue (Single Rip) Method (Constant-Rate-of-Traverse Tensile Testing Machine) (Withdrawn 1995)

D2724-19(2025)e1

Standard Test Method for Bond Strength of Bonded, Fused, and Laminated Apparel Fabrics (Includes all amendments and changes 11/17/2025).

D5034-21(2025)

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

D7022-13

Standard Terminology Relating to Apparel