What is ISO 22744-1 Compliance Testing?

What types of chemical tests are there for textiles, and how are they performed?

The main focus of textile quality testing is chemical analysis. Here, JJR introduces ISO 22744-1: What is it, and do textiles need ISO 22744-1 testing?

What is ISO 22744-1?

ISO 22744 deals with the determination of organotin compounds in textiles and textile products.

ISO 22744-1 is the first part of the multi-part ISO 22744 series and discusses derivatization methods using gas chromatography.

ISO 22744-1 specifies testing methods for the identification and quantification of organotin compounds.

ISO 22744-1 applies to all types of textile product materials.

Who should use ISO 22744-1?

- Textile and textile product manufacturers

- Quality control personnel

Why use ISO 22744-1?

Organotin compounds are substances in which tin is directly bonded to different organic groups. Mono-, di-, or tri-substituted organotin compounds are commonly used in the apparel and footwear industries.

Gas chromatography is a modern technique that separates and quantifies vaporized compounds using an inert carrier gas.

ISO 22744-1 provides the guidance needed to test organotin content in textiles, including:

- Principles

- Reagents

- Equipment and materials

- Sample preparation

- Test procedures

ISO 22744-1 helps ensure the safety and quality of textile products.