This standard is concerned with materials design and method of application of labels and name tapes for garments and other made-up textile articles. It also specifies the colour-fastness requirements of the markings on garment labels and name tapes when subjected to methods for washing, rubbing, dry cleaning, washing in the presence of sodium hypochlorite, and perspiration. Requirements are given for both general-purpose and heavy-duty products. Note 1: The term "labels" hereafter in this standard covers both labels and name tapes.