SYMBOLS & OEKO-TEX ®
Oeko-Tex What does the label mean ? OEKO-TEX ® is the world ’ s leading and best known certification for textiles , leather and accessories that have been tested for harmful substances . If a textile article carries the STANDARD 100 label , you can be certain that every component of this article , i . e . every thread , button and other accessory , has been tested for harmful substances and that the article therefore is harmless in human ecological terms .
The test is conducted by independent OE- KO-TEX ® partner institutes . In the test they take into account numerous regulated and non-regulated substances , which may be harmful to human health . In many cases the limit values for the STANDARD 100 go beyond national and international requirements . More information on OE- KO-TEX ® official website : www . oeko-tex . com
Test criteria Examples of parameters that are included in the Oeko-Tex ® Standard 100 are prohibited azo dyes , carcinogenic and allergenic dyes , phthalates , formaldehyde , pesticides , heavy metals , certain organochlorine and organotin compounds , biologically active products , and flame retardant materials .
Four classes of products In order for the limits to be relevant for different types of products , there are four different types of product classes based on the certified product ’ s intended area of use :
Breathability The symbol shows that the fabric is windproof , waterproof and breathable . For optimum comfort at work , it is important that the body maintains an even temperature and remains dry . A shell garment lets the body breathe and lets out excess moisture that would otherwise have a cooling effect .
4-Way Stretch The symbol shows that the entire or most of the garment is made with 4-way stretch .
Layering In cold weather it is important to wear layers of clothing to keep warm . Practical layers you can add or take off are especially important when moving between warm and cold spaces .
1 . The first layer ( layer 1 ) should transport humidity out to the next layer . Ideally , technical underwear of man-made materials .
2 . The middle layer ( layer 2 ) should be insulating fleece , softshell or furry material . Jobman ’ s microfleece garments are extremely comfortable and ideal middle layers .
3 . The third layer ( layer 3 ) should be windproof and water repellent to protect you , but must be able to breathe and allow humidity from the first two layers to evaporate .
Dry-Tech™ The symbols mean that the clothing is moisture-wicking .
Product Class I – Products for children up to 3 years . Product Class II – Products that mostly come in direct contact with skin . Product Class III – Products which do not come in contact with the skin , or do so only to a small extent . Product Class IV – Furnishing and decorative materials .
PANELS
Panels The symbol shows that parts of the garment are made with 4-way stretch .
The Oeko-Tex ® brand A product may only be Oeko-Tex ® labelled or certified if all the components meet the requirements for the appropriate product category . The product must also belong under one certificate . STAND- ARD 100 by OEKO-TEX ® continuously adapts the requirements to the REACH legislation for relevant parameters . The certificate is valid for one year ( 12 months ) with a specific date . For information regarding certified articles www . jobman . se / en /
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