AATCC-140-2006.pdf

AATCC Test Method 140-2006 Dye and Pigment Migration in a Pad-Dry Process: Evaluation of Developed in 1974 by AATCC Commit- 4. Safety Precautions compare the migration propensity of dyes tee RA87; reaffirmed 1976, 1977, 1980, and the effect on migration of different 2006; editorially revised and reaffirmed NOTE: These safety precautions are types of migration inhibitors, thickeners 1985, 1990, 2001; editorially revised for information purposes only. The pre- and electrolyte. 1987, 1991, 1998; revised 1992 (with cautions are ancillary to the testing proce- 5.3 The test method may be used to title change), 1996 (with title change). dures and are not intended to be all inclu- evaluate a pad liquor with which migra- Technically equivalent to ISO 105-Z06. sive. It is the user’s responsibility to use tion has been found on a continuous dye safe and proper techniques in handling range. The pad liquor composition may materials in this test method. Manufac- be modified by varying the amount or turers MUST be consulted for specific type of migration inhibitors and tested in details such as material safety data sheets the laboratory prior to the application on 1. Purpose and Scope and other manufacturer’s recommenda-