Nanotechnologies - Evaluation of the antimicrobial performance of textiles containing manufactured nanomaterials

This document describes a method for evaluating the antimicrobial properties of textiles containing artificial (metal/metal oxide) nanomaterials (TCMNM), including...

This includes experimental procedures for testing the release of nanomaterials from textiles after washing and/or contact with artificial sweat, and the antibacterial, antifungal, and other properties of TCMNM.

Methods for evaluating odor-proof performance.

This document applies to textiles, fabrics, yarns, and fibers that use artificial nanomaterials in their production or processing.

This document does not apply to textiles with therapeutic applications, nor does it address environmental, health, and safety (EHS) issues related to TCMNM.

Furthermore, this document does not consider the release of nanomaterials from TCMNM due to aging, drying loss, and wear, although the above-mentioned factors...

The process is also considered to be an influencing factor in the release of nanomaterials.