NORM THOMPSON OUTFITTERS APPAREL QUALITY GUIDELINES

Sahalie Apparel Quality Guidelines

Updated 2009

NORM THOMPSON OUTFITTERS APPAREL QUALITY GUIDELINES

APPAREL QUALITY GUIDELINES

TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 4 Technical Design & Quality .................................................................................. 4 Technical Designers............................................................................................... 4 VENDOR REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................ 5 SAMPLE TAGS ................................................................................................................. 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION REQUESTS ...................................................................... 5 PRE-PRODUCTION SAMPLES ....................................................................................... 6 TOP-OF-PRODUCTION GARMENTS ............................................................................ 7 REQUIRED PROCESSES BEFORE SHIPPING .............................................................. 8 PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS................................................................................... 9 QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION OF PRODUCTION GOODS ............................... 9 SAHALIE APPAREL GUIDELINES.............................................................................. 10 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 10 MEASUREMENTS.......................................................................................................... 10 FABRICS ................................................................................................................ 10 COLOR ................................................................................................................ 10 CONSTRUCTION ........................................................................................................... 11 Stitching.................................................................................................. 11 Thread..................................................................................................... 11 Seams...................................................................................................... 11 Buttonholes............................................................................................. 11 Hems....................................................................................................... 12 Interfacing Facing................................................................................ 12 Pockets.................................................................................................... 12 Collars..................................................................................................... 12 Plackets................................................................................................... 12 Cuffs ....................................................................................................... 12 Rib, Binding............................................................................................ 13 Waistbands/Belt loops ............................................................................ 13 FINDINGS ................................................................................................................ 13 Zippers .................................................................................................... 13 Buttons.................................................................................................... 13 Belts/Buckles .......................................................................................... 14 Shoulder pads ......................................................................................... 14 Linings .................................................................................................... 14 ................................................................................................................ 14 PRESSING

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PRODUCT LABELING REQUIREMENTS ................................................................... 15 BRAND LABELS ........................................................................................................... 15 SIZE LABELS ................................................................................................................ 15 CARE & CONTENT LABELS........................................................................................ 15 Care Label Ruling................................................................................... 16 COUNTRY OF ORIGIN .................................................................................................. 17 LABEL PLACEMENT .................................................................................................... 17 SUSTAINABILITY RESOLUTION ............................................................................... 18 FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................ 19 SUSPTECT FABRICS ................................................................................................... 19 RAISED FIBER FABRICS ............................................................................................ 20 EXEMPTIONS ............................................................................................................. 20 APPAREL TESTING..................................................................................................... 21 BASIC QUALITY TESTING REQUIREMENTS ........................................................ 21 Woven Fabric ...................................................................................................... 21 Knit Fabric........................................................................................................... 21 Sweaters............................................................................................................... 22 TESTING METHODS AND STANDARDS................................................................... 23 NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol.................................................................. 23-26 TESTING LAB SUBMIT FORM ............................................................................... 27-28 ADDITIONAL TESTS SUBMIT FORM ........................................................................ 29 OTHER TESTS .......................................................................................................... 30-31 NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol (other tests).............................................. 30-31 TESTING LAB SUBMIT FORM (other tests) ........................................................... 32-33 APPENDIX ................................................................................................................ 34 READ AND COMPLY .................................................................................................... 35 SPECS. CARE & CONTENT SPECIFICATION SHEET .............................................. 36 GARMENT LABELS ...................................................................................................... 37 ASTM GUIDE ................................................................................................................ 38

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INTRODUCTION

The Sahalie Technical Design team establishes corporate quality guidelines and, together with the Merchandise Department, develops products of quality and value. Questions regarding quality guidelines should be directed to the appropriate Tech Design team member listed below via phone, fax, regular mail, or email.

CONTACT INFORMATION PHONE FAX ADDRESS 503-614-EXT. 503-614-4725 3188 NW Aloclek Drive Hillsboro, OR 97124

Technical Design & Quality NAME EXT. E-MAIL 4497 kcampbell@sahalie.com Kim Campbell Manager -Technical Design/Prod Quality

Technical Design NAME EXT. E-MAIL 4568 Sahalie Apparel lsami@sahalie.com Lucy Sami Product Technician

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VENDOR REQUIREMENTS

SAMPLE TAGS

following information:
a. b. c. d. e. f.

All sample garments must be received with sample tags applied by the vendor and include the Date Vendor name Vendor reference number Sahalie reference/product number Size Sample identification; i.e., 1st Prototype, 2nd Prototype, Pre-production Sample, Top of Production Sample, Photo Sample, etc. g. Color h. Fabric content, fabric reference # , article #, and notation if substitute or correct

ALL FIT SAMPLES are to be sent to the attention of Technical Design not to the buyer. Samples received untagged will be returned to the vendor for tagging.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION REQUESTS

a. Read and Comply Statement will be generated and faxed with first Purchase Order for each style (see Appendix page 30). 1) Care and content is required on all styles and should be submitted prior to due date. 2) Pre-production sample , if requested by Tech Designer. See page 5. 3) TOP garment One (1) required. See page 6. 4) Color swatches: New styles: Submit two (1) sets of fabric swatches of any additional colors purchased for that product not represented by TOP samples. Carryover styles: Submit one set of fabric swatches for new colors only. b. For apparel orders a blank specification sheet will be included (see Appendix page 30). 1) Line Goods: All applicable garment measurements and care/content information must be completed on all new styles. 2) Developed Goods: Complete only care/content information. Spec pack will be sent to you by Tech Design. 3) Carryover Styles: Submit one set of fabric swatches for new colors only.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION REQUESTS (continued) c. It is a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulation that catalog information regarding country of origin and fiber content must be consistent with the information on the product label. Care and content information submitted on the specification sheet must match that of actual product labeling. Inaccurate product information submitted will result in a chargeback of $300.00, plus cost of copy change. d. Fax/email the specification sheet(s) to the appropriate Technical Designer by the due date on the Read and Comply Statement or by date given in by Technical Designer. PLEASE NOTE: Your shipment will not be accepted at our distribution center until a Technical Design representative has received your specification sheet. Failure to supply specification sheets on time will result in a $450.00 surcharge per style, and delayed payment.

PRE-PRODUCTION SAMPLES a. One (1) pre-production sample is required upon request by Sahalie Technical Design. With this sample, the vendor is certifying that everything on and about the sample is correct including materials, construction, labeling and packaging. If pre-production sample is requested, written approval of the pre-production sample must be received by the vendor prior to cutting and sewing of the product. Tech Design will fax/email approval to you. Samples are to be sent to the attention of the appropriate Technical Designer. All samples must be received with sample tags per the stated guideline (see Sample Tags on page 4). Sample is reviewed for quality, construction, and specification compliance. Labeling All products must comply with Sahalie brand labels if requested. Refer to Section 4 Product Labeling Requirements (page 13) for more detail. Any changes required as a result of the review of the pre-production sample must be incorporated into the bulk production. Failure to supply the requested pre-production sample by the stated date will result in a $450.00 chargeback per style and possible rejection of bulk production.

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TOP-OF-PRODUCTION GARMENTS a. One (1) Top of Production (TOP) garment is required, as detailed on our Read and Comply Statement and Purchase Order. Also required are one (1) set of fabric swatches of any additional colors purchased for that product not represented by the production samples. TOP garments and swatches (if necessary) are to be received by the due date as specified on the Read and Comply Statement, or by date specified by the Technical Designer (based on production calendar). TOP garments should be sent to the attention of the appropriate Technical Designer. TOP garments are reviewed for quality and specification compliance. TOP garment (approved) will be retained as the inspection standard for the bulk order. Labeling All products need to comply with Sahalie brand labels if requested. Refer to Section 4 Product Labeling Requirements (page 13) for more detail. Packaging (hanging, folded, polybag, SKU sticker, etc.) should be as specified on the Purchase Order and representative of bulk shipment goods. b. If production of a carryover style moves to a new factory, or if style moves to a new yarn, has new content, etc., one (1) TOP garment samples are required. c. The Technical Designer will email/fax verification that TOP garments meet the production standard, within two working days of receipt.

PLEASE NOTE: Your shipment will not be accepted at our Distribution Center until the Technical Designer has approved your TOP garments. Failure to supply the production garments by the due date will result in a $450.00 surcharge per style, and delayed payment to you.

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Required processes before shipment of products

Technical Design and Quality require the following important steps be followed, before A Top of Production garment is considered approved for production to ship. . 1- Testing for Quality and CPSIA be completed and submitted for approval by Technical Design/Product Quality Management. (see: Basic Testing Requirements) 2- CPSIA Certificate of Conformity be fully completed and submitted By email to - testrecords@ntobrands.com For more details on the Certificate of Conformity visit our vendor website http://vendor.nortom.com/ - US CPSIA Act 2008 Certificate of Conformity Submit Certificate of Conformity must also include a) Supporting test documents - or b) Statement on letterhead with explanation of exemption.
Note: Apparel Flammability Act 16 CFR 1610 - applies to all items of clothing, and fabrics used for clothing, whether for adults or children, for daywear or nightwear. Regulations: 16 CFR parts 1615 and 1616 govern the flammability of children's sleepwear.

3- TOP (top of production) with all points met listed in the above guidelines. 4- Receipt of TOP approval letter

Failure to comply will result in a $450.00 QC chargeback per style, per offense
1- Non submittal - CPSIA certificate of conformity and supporting documentation at time of Top of Production submit. 2- Top of Production product not arriving by specified date provided by Technical Design and/or on Purchase order (read and comply) Check with appropriate Technical Designer regarding due date. 3- Shipment of products to our warehouse without prior approval Products shipped before approval, may also be held at warehouse and i. additional charges may be incurred due to lost demand, until all issue and concerns are cleared. ii. Automatic charge of $450.00 will be given

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PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS a. Correct product labeling is required. Please refer to Section 4 Product Labeling Requirements (page 14). b. Garment folded or hanging as specified on the purchase order. c. If Sahalie labels are specified on the purchase order, there can be no vendor hangtag attached unless prior approval is obtained from Product Quality Management (PQM) d. No vendor solicitations allowed on garment (phone numbers, addresses, websites, etc.) with or without Sahalie labeling, unless prior approval is obtained from Product Quality Management (PQM) e. No price tags. f. One (1) extra button of each button size on garment to be included with garment.
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION OF PRODUCTION GOODS

a. All orders received at our distribution center require a quality inspection to assure consistent quality of all products. b. Inspection procedure adopted by our distribution center is the 4% Acceptable Quality Level (AQL), double sampling plan based upon the Military Standard 105D. It is the most widely used randomsampling inspection procedure among the large direct-mail companies. 4% AQL means no more than 4% of the shipment can be defective. Double sampling means if the amount inspected falls between accept/reject, another sample lot is pulled and inspected. c. If shipment fails the AQL inspection, goods will automatically be returned to the vendor for 100% inspection and replacement of goods. d. There are three levels of inspection under the AQL plan: normal, reduced, and tightened. Each shipment is documented, and a vendors status may be changed to reduced or increased inspection levels, based upon inspection of previous shipments. e. Inspection reports are available upon request. f. For further information or questions regarding the AQL process, please contact the appropriate Technical Designer.

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GENERAL These guidelines include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Color, fiber content, fabric and garment construction, and all parts, findings and features, are exactly as approved for Purchase Order by Merchants, and are representative of photo samples. b. No odors. c. All units of Purchase Order are consistent in quality of fabric, construction, and features. d. Vendor is responsible for physical testing that meets Sahalie requirements. Our standards follow American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) and ASTM International (ASTM) for product end-use. Refer to Section 6 Physical Testing (page 17).
MEASUREMENTS

a. Garment measurements must meet approved graded production specification sheets within tolerances listed on spec sheet. b. Corresponding garment pieces measure within " of each other (right and left sleeve, or right and left pant leg).
FABRICS

a. No fabric defects, including: holes, stains, weak spots, mispicks, knots, slubs, soil, or other flaws. b. No streaking, fade lines, heavy barr or foreign matter, unless characteristic of fabric type. c. No large or long slubs (inherent in some natural fabrics) to be found in front of garment, which detracts from garment appearance. d. No uneven print repeats, off-register prints, off-grain prints, or inconsistent print repeats. e. Stripes, plaids and directional prints must match at center front and center back +/- ",at side seams and armscye. f. Based on design, center of plaid/stripe is placed at center front and center back.
COLOR

a. Production colors must match approved lab dip or approved photo sample color. b. All garment components are from the same dye lot. c. Separates should be from the same dye lot or from approved dye lots within shade band pre-approved by the Technical Designer.

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CONSTRUCTION
Stitching

a. Required stitch length is 10-12 stitches per inch (SPI) and must be consistent throughout garment. Required stitch length for topstitching is 10-12 SPI, except heavyweight outerwear, which is 8-10 SPI. b. Stitch tension is balanced, so there are no puckers or thread loops. c. No broken or skipped stitches. d. Topstitching is consistently even and parallel from edge or from another line of topstitch. e. No needle cuts, chews, or thread jams. f. Bartacks or back-tacks at garment stress points. g. No conspicuous, overlapped stop-and-start stitching. h. No hand repairs or darning.
Thread

a. Thread color matches or complements ground color for all seams and topstitching unless another color is pre-approved. b. Thread color is consistent throughout garment. c. No monofilament thread on any part of garment or labels. d. Thread tails should be clipped and removed from garment. e. Fluff or texturized threads on loopers of swim and/or body wear.
Seams

a. Seam must be straight: no wavering, curling, puckering, or pleating. b. Minimum seam for overseam is " wovens, " for lockstitch. Minimum seam for overseam on knits is ". c. Seam edge is finished by serging or taping. d. No open unstitched seams. e. No seam grin due to loose tension or too large stitches. f. Seams match +/- ", where seams cross (i.e., inside leg seams at crotch seam, or armscye seams at side seam). g. No extraneous part of garment caught in seam. h. Shoulder seams on knits reinforced.
Buttonholes

a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h.

Buttonhole length = diameter + thickness of button. Spaced evenly, and correctly aligned to buttons +/- ". Thread matches ground color unless another color pre-approved. Buttonholes completely surrounded by buttonhole stitches, ends reinforced. No clipped buttonhole stitches. Reinforced with interfacing. Loose fabric yarns and buttonhole threads neatly trimmed. Aligned with fabric grain, crosswise or lengthwise as predetermined.

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CONSTRUCTION (continued)

Hems a. Hem is sewn after main seam (side, leg, sleeve) unless seam has slits. b. Sewn securely without puckering; no loose or skipped stitches. c. Should not rope. d. Hang evenly and straight. e. Width is consistent throughout garment. Interfacing Facing a. Interfacing must be of compatible weight for base goods. b. Interfacing must be durable to withstand recommended care. c. Fusible interfacing must be applied at correct temperature and pressure to remain fused for the life of the garment. d. Facing is clean-finished, serged edge or pre-approved edge finish. e. Facing is sufficiently secured to lie smooth inside garment.
Pockets

a. Lie flat against garment no pulling, gaping, or puckering. b. Pockets in correct placement on garment +/- " tolerance. c. Patch pockets aligned evenly with one another horizontally +/- " tolerance and vertically from CF +/" tolerance. d. Pocket/flap shape is symmetrical and uniform in size +/- ". e. Functional pockets are reinforced at stress points, such as top corners. f. Patch pockets, even edge-stitch. g. Pocket bags should use stitch type recommended for durability.
Collars

a. b. c. d. e.

Collar points/curves are uniform in size and shape +/- ". Under-collar does not roll to outside. Collar band fits smoothly to neck opening without excessive fullness or tucks in seams. Even stripes, plaids or patterns match on both collar points +/- ". Collar seam is enclosed within facing or binding.

Plackets

a. Top and bottom plackets should be equal when buttoned +/- ". b. Inside edge of placket is clean-finished, serged or bound. c. Placket width should be consistently even +/- ".
Cuffs

a. Cuff seam and cuff edges are in alignment when buttoned +/- ". b. Inside-cuff does not roll to outside. c. Inside-cuff edge clean-finished, serged or bound.

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CONSTRUCTION (continued)

Rib, Binding a. Should be compatible to garment and its recommended care, including: colorfastness, durability and shrinkage. b. Stretch ratio should be compatible to garment fabric. c. Neck finish seam is set at left shoulder or center back. d. Sleeve finish seam is set at underarm seam. e. Bottom finish seam is set at left side seam. f. Binding ends are clean-finished. g. Binding splices should not fall on garment front. Waistbands/Belt loops a. Waistband width is of consistent width +/- ". b. Inside waistband edge is clean-finished, bound or serged. c. No puckers at waistband seam. d. No missing, crooked or incorrectly placed belt loops. e. Belt loop securely attached to garment. f. Belt loop construction must enclose raw edges.
FINDINGS

Zippers a. Equivalent in strength to the base fabric and product end use. b. Locking slider, secure pull-tab and bottom stops. c. Teeth and tape match pre-approved color. d. Garment construction should not interfere with zipper operation. e. Should lie flat after construction. f. Zipper tape is enclosed within facing or binding. g. YKK strongly recommended. Buttons a. Button style, quality and color as pre-approved sample. b. Placed evenly and aligned properly on garment. c. Sewn and tacked securely with no loose threads. d. Colorfast and durable to recommended care. e. Consistent color and shape among all garment buttons. f. Placement markings are not visible. g. No sharp edges or noticeable flaws. h. Shanked button when fabric thickness dictates need. i. Button placement reinforced with interfacing

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CONSTRUCTION (continued)

Belts/Buckles a. Buckles and grommets should not have any sharp, burred edges. b. For self-fabric belts, fabric should completely cover belting and buckle. c. Self-fabric belt cut from same dye lot as garment. Shoulder pads a. Sufficiently tacked to avoid twisting or shifting from wear or care. b. Shoulder pad fabric should be compatible to garment fabric. c. If attached by hook & loop fasteners, loops should be on garment, hooks should be on pads. d. Exposed shoulder pads covered with self-fabric or fabric compatible to garment.
Linings

a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h.

Color and content pre-approved by Merchants and Tech Design. Must withstand recommended garment care. Seams securely stitched and reinforced at stress points. Hang straight in the garment without pulling or excessive puckering. Do not hang below garment shell. Lining and shell fabric have similar shrinkage rates within acceptable tolerance. Opaque to prevent show-through of construction details. Jacket lining is tacked at underarm seams.

PRESSING

a. b. c. d.

No scorch, burn, shine, press marks, or color changes due to over-pressing. Garment properly pressed, unless fabric type warrants otherwise. No heat-set creases due to improper pressing. Garment must cool to room temperature prior to measuring for final inspection and packaging, to prevent condensation in bag.

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PRODUCT LABELING REQUIREMENTS

BRAND LABELS PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION . Check with PQM for specifics on Labels. For contact list see Technical Design and Quality

SIZE LABELS PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION . Check with PQM for specifics on Labels. For contact list see Technical Design and Quality

CARE & CONTENT LABELS

PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION . Check with PQM for specifics on Labels. For contact list see Technical Design and Quality

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) All care & content labels must be in compliance with current FTC requirements. For further information regarding fiber content and care labels, contact: Federal Trade Commission 6th & Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20580 Phone: 202-326-2996 www.ftc.gov. - Business Guidance, Textile/wool/fur apparel.

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CARE & CONTENT LABELS (Continued) a. Care label is permanently affixed at a conspicuous place on garment and legible throughout useful life of the product. b. Labels are required to be written in English. Additionally, international languages and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) symbols may be used (see Appendix). c. Identification of fiber by generic name and percentages and by weight of each constituent fiber must be listed in descending order of predominance. Fibers of less than five percent should be disclosed as other fiber(s). Exception: Wool or recycled wool must always be disclosed by name and percentage weight, even if it is less than five percent of the product. d. Textile labels must identify either the company name or Registered Identification Number (RN). Please note: It is an FTC requirement that catalog information (mail order advertising) regarding a products country of origin, fiber content and care information match the actual product labeling. Submitting accurate information on your spec. sheet will help to ensure compliance with this requirement.

Care Label Ruling

Instructions are required for regular care under ordinary use of product. Care instructions must include the following: Method of washing and temperature. Method of drying and temperature. Bleaching type of bleach or no bleach (need tests to support statement on bleach care). Ironing and temperature if needed. Warnings if any part of care procedure would damage product or others cleaned with it, then label must contain warning. Dry cleaning if product warrants this care, due to damage of garment if washed. When using the statement Dry-Clean Only Testing is required to support this care.

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COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Products are required to show country of origin. Imported products must identify the country where they were manufactured. Products made in USA of USA materials must be labeled Made in U.S.A. Products manufactured in part in the USA and in part abroad must identify both aspects. Products made in USA of imported materials must be labeled to show manufacturing that takes place in the USA, as well as the imported component. Example: Made in Sri Lanka, finished in U.S.A. Products made in the USA with imported materials must identify this, but label does not have to include country of origin of imported materials. Example: Made in U.S.A. of imported fabric.

Please note: It is an FTC requirement that catalog information (mail order advertising) regarding a products country of origin, fiber content and care information match the actual product labeling. Submitting accurate information on your spec. sheet will help to ensure this requirement.

LABEL PLACEMENT In a garment with a neck, a label disclosing the country of origin must be visible. On garments without a neck, required information must appear on conspicuous and readily accessible label(s) on the inside or outside of the product. U.S. Customs service has country of origin labeling requirements separate from those under the FTC Textile and Wool Acts and Rules. For more information, refer to www.customs.ustreas.gov.

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V. SUSTAINABILITY RESOLUTION NOTE: Sahalie Outfitters is a member of the Business for Social Responsibility, and supports activities of the BSR organization. As a participating member, Sahalie asks all suppliers to become aware of substances that are harmful either to the environment or to humans, and ensure Sahalie that use of these products will be curtailed to designated limits or less. A list of these substances follows. Further information may be found online at www.bsr.org/rsl. Azo dyes Disperse dyes Flame retardants Formaldehyde Pentachlorophenol (PCP) Organotins Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) Phthalates Nickel Other metals; including antimony, arsenic, barium, total chromium & selenium Mercury Cadmium Lead Chromium VI Asbestos Dioxins and Furans Pesticides

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VI. FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS

All apparel must comply with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Regulation CFR1610 for flammability. The only exemptions to this regulation are hats, gloves and shoes. Although most fabrics burn, the CPSC identifies in the regulation, those fabrics which, due to their burning characteristics, will not fail to meet this regulation. These fabrics are categorized as EXEMPT. The regulation also identifies those fabrics that are categorized as SUSPECT, and therefore not exempt. Leather and suede are not considered to be suspect fabrics however suede, due to its raised surface, must be tested for flammability. Smooth leather products do not need to be tested for flammability. Sahalie requires that all SUSPECT fabrics be tested prior to shipping and that all such fabrics be classified as Class 1. The following list provides fabric types that are EXEMPT and SUSPECT.

SUSPECT FABRICS
Lightweight Fabrics: Fabrics weighing less than 2.6 ounces per square yard composed of cotton, rayon, ramie, acetate or silk fibers. This includes, but is not limited to: Cellophane or Chiffon Cheese Cloth Crepe de Chine Crinoline Gauze Georgette Lace Lawn Leno Weave Light Weight Momme Cloth Lingerie Batiste Metallic Moss Crepe Net Ninon Organdy Swiss Marquisette Tissue Faille Crepe Tissue Gingham Tobacco Cloth Tulle Veiling Voile

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SUSPECT FABRICS (continued)

Raised Fiber Surface Fabrics

Fabrics, which have raised fiber, yarns such as pile, tufting or nap of cotton or rayon fibers, or blends containing these fibers. This includes but is not limited to: Chenille Flannel Fleece Terry Flocked Weaves French Terry Sherpa

Exemptions
The CPSC exempts certain fabrics from the flammability testing requirements. Following is a list of these exemptions: Plain surface fabrics which weigh 2.6 ounces per square yard or more, regardless of their fiber content. All fabrics (both plain and raised fiber surface) made completely from any of the following fibers or entirely from combinations of the following fibers: Acrylic Nylon Polyester Modacrylic Olefin Wool

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VII. APPAREL TESTING

Basic Quality Testing Requirements WOVEN FABRIC Description Method

Fibre Composition AATCC 20/20A Yarn Count ASTM D1059 Thread / Stitch Count ASTM D3775 / D3887 Fabric Weight ASTM D3776 Seam Strength ASTM D1683 Dimensional Stability to Washing / AATCC 135 / 150 or Commercial DryCommercial Dry-cleaning cleaning Appearance After Washing / Subjective Assessment Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Washing and/or AATCC 61 / 132 Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Chlorine Bleach AATCC TS-001 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach Colorfastness to Crocking AATCC 8 Flammability test US CPSC 16 CFR Part 1610 / 1630 /1631 / ASTM D4151

KNIT FABRIC Description Method

Fibre Composition AATCC 20/20A Yarn Count ASTM D1059 Thread / Stitch Count ASTM D3775 / D3887 Fabric Weight ASTM D3776 Dimensional Stability to Washing / AATCC 135 / 150 or Commercial DryCommercial Dry-cleaning cleaning Appearance After Washing / Subjective Assessment Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Washing and/or AATCC 61 / 132 Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Chlorine Bleach AATCC TS-001 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach Colorfastness to Crocking AATCC 8 Flammability test US CPSC 16 CFR Part 1610 / 1630 /1631 / ASTM D4151

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Basic Quality Testing Requirements (continued) SWEATERS

Description

Method

Fibre Composition AATCC 20/20A Yarn Count ASTM D1059 Thread / Stitch Count ASTM D3775 / D3887 Garment Weight ASTM D3776 Dimensional Stability to Washing / AATCC 135 / 150 or Commercial DryCommercial Dry-cleaning cleaning Appearance After Washing / Subjective Assessment Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Washing and/or AATCC 61 / 132 Commercial Dry-cleaning Colorfastness to Chlorine Bleach AATCC TS-001 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach Colorfastness to Crocking AATCC 8 Flammability test US CPSC 16 CFR Part 1610 / 1630 /1631 / ASTM D4151

Test packages with reduced prices are available, o See: Testing Submit Form NTO Laboratory Testing Form (Apparel & Home Textiles) o Questions on test packages please; contact Technical Designers For contact list see Technical Design and Quality

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VIII. TESTING METHODS AND STANDARDS

NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol (Apparel & Home Textiles)
Protocol Item#

Description Method Guidance

AATCC 20/20A ASTM D1059 Test one color per fabrication. - Sweater only. - Test one color per fabrication. Test one color per fabrication. Report mm for silk fabric. - Woven only. - Test one color per fabrication.

Requirement
No tolerance for single fiber; +/-3% for blends +/-5% (lab shows also + or -% besides result after comparing the declared) +/-5% (lab shows also + or -% besides result after comparing the declared) +/-5% (lab shows also + or -% besides result after comparing the declared)
Fabric > 3 oz/sq Fabric < 3 oz/sq yd yd & Strength & Strength e.g. moss crepe, silk, georgette

Fibre 1 Composition Yarn Count 2

Thread / Stitch ASTM D3775 / 3 Count D3887 Fabric Weight ASTM 4 (Garment Wt. D3776 / for Sweater) D3887 5 Seam Strength ASTM D1683

Style

Woven outerwear (shell/lining) Tops, flannel and seersucker Package Bottoms All other Pockets Patch Pockets 6 Dimensional Stability to Washing / Commercial Dry-cleaning AATCC 135 / 150 or Commerci al Drycleaning - the darkest color(s) Fabrication is/are preferable. - for garment test, Woven/Knit vendor submits one cotton out of every three Woven CVC colors per style to lab Woven CVS (3 maximum). Lab Knit CVC test all submitted Knit CVS colors. - use "Tide" detergent Ribs of any to wash. fibers - 3 washes for Wool/Cashmer machine and hand e/Angora/CVL/ wash. CV Rayon/Silk - 1 wash for drySpandex cleaning. - For "Appearance", blends Lab can skip 1st wash Thermal Knits result if 3rd washes result is passed. - Leather to be Leather "Professional Dry Cleaned".

35 lbs 25 lbs 30 lbs 10 lbs 15 lbs Machine Washes +/-5% +/-4% +/-3% +/-5% +/-4% +/-8% +/-5% +/-7% +/-6%

15 lbs 10 lbs 15 lbs 10 lbs 15 lbs Hand Washes +/-4% +/-3% +/-3% +/-4% +/-4% +/-8% +/-5% +/-7% +/-6% Dry-cleaning +/-4% +/-2% +/-2% +/-3% +/-2% +/-2% +/-4% +/-4% +/-3%

N/A

N/A

+/-2%

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Protocol Item#

Description

Method

Guidance

Requirement
Commercial Acceptable (report color change grade, skewing, pilling appearance according to ASTM D 3512 template and all poor performance after wash - for both fabric and garment). For failed color change grade, report also color change with UV depressor, but comment according to without depressor)

7 Appearance Subjective After Washing / Assessment Commercial Dry-cleaning 8 Colorfastness to AATCC 61 / Washing and/or 132 Commercial Dry-cleaning

Colorfastness to AATCC TS9 Chlorine Bleach 001 Colorfastness to AATCC TS001 10 Non-Chlorine Bleach 11 Colorfastness to AATCC 8 Crocking

- Fabric: test all colors except pastels and white. - Garment: vendor submit one out of Color Change every three colors with darkest shade(s) Color Staining except pastels and white to the lab. Lab test all submitted Self Staining colors. All colors. All colors.

Swimwear dark Swimwear Noncolors Light/Medium Swimwear neon/fluorescen Color t 4.0 3.5 4.5 3.5 3.0 4.5 3.0 3.0 4.5

Color Change 4.0 Color Change 4.0

All colors, except pastels and white.

Fabric CVC CVS Wool / Linen / Leather

Colors Light/Med Dark Light/Med Dark All Colors

Dry 4.0 3.0 4.0 3.5 3.0

Wet 3.0 2.5 3.0 2.5 2.5

Optional

12 Flammability test

US CPSC 16 Test all colors. CFR Part 1610 for garment ASTM D4151 for blanket US CPSC 16 CFR Parts 1630 / 1631 for carpet/rug

Class 1

Pass

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Protocol Item

Description Method Guidance Thread Count ASTM D3775 Woven only. Tensile Strength ASTM D5034 Woven only.

Requirement Style Woven tops, dresses, lounge wear, lining on jackets/coats, other light weight wovens Woven bottoms, denim less than 8.5 oz. Denim over 8.5 oz., shell fabric on jackets/coats +/-5% Acceptance Level 25 lbs. Min.

35 lbs. Min. 40 lbs. Min. Minimum 45 lbs

Bursting Strength Snap & Fabric Strength Eyelet Pull Strength

ASTM D3786 Knits only. Modified Snap only. ASTM D4846 / D1683 - Eyelet only. - using Tensile Testing Machine, CRE ASTM D5362 Snap action: 2-8 lbs.; Snap strength: Min. 15 lbs. Minimum 15 lbs

Snag Resistance Additional Pilling Resistance

ASTM D3512 For fleece and flannel, or other suspected fabrics. Abrasion ASTM D4685 For corduroy Resistance fabric only. Stretch and ASTM D2594 Recovery / D3107 Zipper Strength ASTM D2061

Fabrication CVC CVS Fabrication CVC, CVS Wool Face : 3.0 ; Back : 4.0 Knit - 95% Min.; Woven - 85% Min.

Grade 3.0 2.0 Grade 3.0 2.0

Top Stop Pull Tab Strength (min.) Strength (min.) Size 1-2 / 3-4 / 5-7 / 8-9 1-2 / 3-4 / 5-7 / / 10 8-9 / 10 Brass/Nickel 20 / 25 / 30 / 40 / 10 / 15 / 15 / 30 60 / 30 Aluminum 20 / 25 / 35 / 40 / 10 / 15 / 15 / 20 60 / 20 Plastic/Nylon 20 / 25 / 35 / 40 / 15 / 15 / 20 / 30 40 / 30 CEF 15 / 15 / 30 / 50 /50 10 / 10 / 20 / 40 / 60

Chain Crosswise Strength (min.)

Bottom Stop Strength (min.)

1-2 / 3-4 / 5-7 / 1-2 / 3-4 / 5-7 / 8-9 / 10 8-9 / 10 50 / 75 / 120 / 7 / 10 / 10 / 20 150 / 150 / 30 50 / 50 / 75 / 80 / 100 50 / 50 / 75 / 80 / 100 7 / 10 / 10 / 15 / 20 8 / 10 / 15 / 15 / 20

50 / 50 / 100 / 7 / 8 / 15 / 40 / 150 / 200 60

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TESTING METHODS AND STANDARDS (continued) NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol (Apparel & Home Textiles)
Protocol Item

Description Composition Analysis Oxygen number Wrinkle Resistance / Durable Press

Method Fed. Std. 48a, Method 2 Fed. Std. 48a, Method 4 AATCC 124 / 143

Guidance Feather and down only. Feather and down only. - For woven wrinkle-free garments if claimed. - Test all colors. - Report 3rd and 5th washes. Lab can skip 3rd washes result if 5th washes result is passed.

Requirement

Less than 10.0 for an oxygen cleanliness rating Criteria Fabric Appearance Retention Seam Appearance Retention Crease Resistant Non-Permanent Permanent Press Press 3.5 4.0

3.0

3.5

3.0

3.5

Determine Twist AATCC 179 in both Woven & Knit Garments Water AATCC 22 Repellency Water AATCC 35 Resistance Rain test Additional

+/-5% All colors. All colors. Original Before Wash - 90 (ISO4); After 3 Launderings - 70 (ISO2)
Condition Height of Water Time Water Absorption

Rain Shower Storm All colors, except pastels and white.

Test Area

2 feet
General Requirement

2 minutes
Leather (Lining only)

Not more than 1.0 gram

Colorfastness to AATCC 15 Perspiration

Color Change Staining Self Staining Colorfastness to AATCC 16 Light All colors, except pastels and white.
Garment/ Fabric Type

Class 4.0 Min. Class 3.5 Min. Class 3.0 Min. Class 3.0 Min. Class 4.5 Min. --Color Type Hour Grade

Silk/swimwear

Leather Suede All Other Garments Colorfastness to AATCC 107 Water Colorfastness to AATCC 162 Chlorinated Pool Water Colorfastness to AATCC 106 Sea Water Soil Release Oil Repellency pH Value Formaldehyde AATCC 130 AATCC 118 AATCC 81 AATCC 112 All colors, except pastels and white. All colors, except pastels and white. All colors, except pastels and white. For stain repellent. White colors and denim.

Light/Med Dark Fluorescent All Colors All Colors All Colors

10 hours 20 hours 10 hours 20 hours 20 hours 20 hours

4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0 4.0

CC 4.0; CS 3.0; Self-Staining 4.5 CC 4.0; CC-Fluorescent 3.0 CC 4.0; CC-Fluorescent 3.0; CS 3.0; Self-Staining 4.5 4.0 Original 5.0; After 3 washes 4.0 pH 5.0 - 7.0 Max. 75 ppm

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IX. TESTING SUBMIT FORM

NTO Laboratory Testing Form (Apparel & Home Textiles)

Product #
Requirement (Refer to vendor if not specified)

Package

Fabric Testing

(Apparel)

Garment Testing
NOTE: IF TESTING GARMENT: circle if garment is 1st order or Re-order below

Note; Mark box NOTE: IF TESTING FABRIC : circle if fabric is below on fabric 1st order or Re-order below type

First Order Item # 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Woven Re-Order

Item # 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12

First Order

Item # 5, 6, 7, 8

Re-Order

Item # 5, 6, 7, 8

First Order Item # 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Knit Re-Order

Item # 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12

First Order

Item # 6, 7, 8

Re-Order

Item # 6, 7, 8

First Order Item # 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Sweater Re-Order

Item # 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12

First Order

Item # 6, 7, 8

Re-Order

Item # 6, 7, 8

Submit this page plus the next 2 pages (completed)

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Program

Item#

Description

Method

Package Optional

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Fibre Composition AATCC 20/20A Yarn Count ASTM D1059 Thread / Stitch Count ASTM D3775 / D3887 Fabric Weight ASTM D3776 Seam Strength ASTM D1683 Dimensional Stability to Washing / Commercial AATCC 135 / 150 or Commercial Dry-cleaning Dry-cleaning Appearance After Washing / Commercial DrySubjective Assessment cleaning Colorfastness to Washing and/or Commercial Dry- AATCC 61 / 132 cleaning Colorfastness to Chlorine Bleach AATCC TS-001 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach Colorfastness to Crocking AATCC 8 Flammability test US CPSC 16 CFR Part 1610 / 1630 /1631 / ASTM D4151

Instructions: (1) SGS and INTERTEK labs are authorized to conduct testing for NT SAHALIE. (2) Vendor should refer to PO to inform the Lab whether it's first or re-order and the specification of each test item.

(3) Lab should automatically conduct the "Optional" test item(s) based on the guidance specified, if necessary. The
test report should clearly state if any sample is exempted.

(4) Vendor will require to conduct second test for flammability on the semi-finished or end-product when needed. (5) Final decision on acceptance will be made by NTO- SAHALIE. (6) Test Report should be emailed to attn. PQM Manager/Brand,
(Norm Thompson) ckildahl@normthompson.com; (Sahalie) kcampbell@sahalie.com; (Solutions)mvanrees@solutions.com; (Gold Violin) mvanrees@solutions.com ; and the applicant/vendor Require Additional test(s), please refer to those tick(s) on page 30 and submit with test requests Note: mark box to left with X if additional tests are requested Additional test is not required, do not attach page 30 with test request. Note: mark box to left with "X" if no additional tests are requested

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Product # 0 Requirement (Refer to vendor if not specified) 0

Program

Item
Mark box with "X"

Description
Thread Count Tensile Strength Bursting Strength Snap & Fabric Strength Eyelet Pull Strength Snag Resistance Pilling Resistance Abrasion Resistance Stretch and Recovery Zipper Strength Composition Analysis Oxygen number Wrinkle Resistance / Durable Press Determine Twist in both woven & Knit garments Water Repellency Water Resistance - Rain test Colorfastness to Perspiration Colorfastness to Light Colorfastness to Water Colorfastness to Chlorinated Pool Water Colorfastness to Sea Water Soil Release Oil Repellency Formaldehyde pH Value

Method
ASTM D3775 ASTM D5034 ASTM D3786 Modified ASTM D4846 / D1683 ASTM D5362 ASTM D3512 ASTM D4685 ASTM D2594 / D3107 ASTM D2061 Fed. Std. 148a, Method 2 Fed. Std. 148a, Method 4 AATCC 124 / 143 AATCC 179 AATCC 22 AATCC 35 AATCC 15 AATCC 16 AATCC 107 AATCC 162 AATCC 106 AATCC 130 AATCC 118 AATCC 112 AATCC 81

Additional

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OTHER TESTS

NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol (Others)

Protocol

Item#

Description

Method
AATCC 20/20A ASTM D3775 / D3887 ASTM D1630

Guidance
Not applicable for leather. Not applicable for leather. - Not applicable to slippers. - Outsole only. Upper only.

Requirement
No tolerance for single fiber; +/-3% for blends +/-5% Abrasion index 50% No cracking after 50,000 cycles. Max. 3mm growth in cut length after 20,000 cycles. Min. 0.4

1 Fiber Composition 2 Thread / Stitch Count 3 Abrasion Resistance

4 Flexing Resistance

ISO 5402

Package

5 Ross Flexing Resistance ASTM D1052 6 Slip Resistance 7 Bonding Strength 8 Lead Content Outsole only. ASTM F609 (Mod.) - Static and Kinetic - Dry and wet ISO 17708 16 CFR 1303

Min. 3N/mm Upper and sole. - Product that is handled or touched often. - Scrapable surface coating only. - Not exceed 90 ppm. - Test all colors. - Test AC items only. - Validity of certificate should be within 2 years. All colors, except pastels and white. Material Dry Wet Textiles 4.0 Leather 3.5 2.5 3.0

9 UL listed

UL related test(s)

Optional

10 Colorfastness to Crocking AATCC 8

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OTHER TESTS (continued)
Protocol Item

Description

Method

Guidance
Eyelet only.

Requirement
Min. 30 lbs. Min. 35 lbs. for leather; Min. 25 lbs. for rubber/others. Min. 25 lbs. Min. 25 lbs. Min. 30 lbs.

Mark box (below) with "X" for requested test

Eyelet Strength ASTM D1683 Pull Through Strength (Mod.) Toe Strap Breakage Reinforcement Effectiveness Tongue Strength Setting Strength Lace Strength Seam Strength Zipper Operability (Open/Closed) Lead Content

- For jewelry with plates. - Test per each style. Lace only. ASTM D2062 16 CFR 1303 Zipper only.

Min. 10 lbs. Min. 30 lbs. Min. 25 lbs. Max. 5 lbs.

Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fumes

AATCC 23

Colorfastness to Crocking Colorfastness to Perspiration

AATCC 8

AATCC 15

Colorfastness to Light AATCC 16

Colorfastness to Chlorinated Pool Water Water Repellency Water Resistance Rain test

AATCC 162

- Product that is handled or touched often. - Scrapeable surface coating Should not exceed 90 ppm. only. - Test all colors. - Textiles and/or foam material only. Color Change min. 4.0 - White and light colors only. - One cycle Material Dry Wet All colors, except pastels and white. Textiles 4.0 3.0 Leather 3.5 2.5 - All colors, except pastels Color Change Min. 4.0 and white. Staining Min. 3.0 - Inner component only. Self Staining Min. 4.5 Material Hour Grade - Upper only. - All colors, except pastels Leather 10 hours 4.0 and white. Suede 10 hours 3.0 All colors, except pastels and CC 4.0; CC-Fluorescent 3.0; CS 3.0; Selfwhite. Staining 4.5 All colors. All colors. Original Before Wash - 90 (ISO4); After 3 Launderings - 70 (ISO2) Condition (height of water Water 2 ft, duration 2 minutes) Absorption Rain Not more than 1.0 gram Shower Storm No bad and adverse appearance after storage of 48 hours, 95% relative humidity and 50 degrees Celsius Min. UPF 40

Additional

AATCC 22 AATCC 35

Appearance after Storage

storage method All colors

UV Protection

AATCC 183

For clothing, sunscreen or sunglass.

Instruction; Same as mentioned in "NTO Laboratory Testing Protocol (Apparel)".

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NTO Laboratory Testing Form (Others)
Product # Requirement
(Refer to vendor if not specified)

Hardline Test Package

(mark box below with "X" for correct test request) First & Item# 8 Re-Order

Footwear Test Package

(mark box below with "X" for correct test request) First Order Re-Order Item # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10

Item # 1, 2, 3, 7, 10

Electrical Test Package

(mark box below with "X" for correct test request) First & Item# 9 Re-Order

Bag Test Package

(mark box below with "X" for correct test request) First & Re-Order Item# 1, 10

Jewelry Test Package

(mark box below with "X" for correct test request) First & Item# 8 Re-Order Protocol

Item# Description
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fiber Composition Thread / Stitch Count Abrasion Resistance Flexing Resistance Ross Flexing Resistance Slip Resistance Bonding Strength Lead Content UL listed Colorfastness to Crocking

Method
AATCC 20/20A ASTM D3775 / D3887 ASTM D1630 ISO 5402 ASTM D1052 ASTM F609 (Mod.) ISO17708 16 CFR 1303 UL related test(s) AATCC 8

Optional

Package

10

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TESTING SUBMIT FORM (OTHER TESTS) (continued)

In addition to the above "Package" test, please test the item(s) selected below:
(mark box below with "X" for correct test request)

Protocol

Item

Description
Eyelet Strength Pull Through Strength Toe Strap Breakage Reinforcement Effectiveness Tongue Strength Setting Strength Lace Strength

Method

ASTM D1683 (Mod.)

Additional

Seam Strength Zipper Operability (Open/Closed) Lead Content Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fumes Colorfastness to Perspiration Colorfastness to Light Colorfastness to Chlorinated Pool Water Water Repellency Water Resistance - Rain test Appearance after Storage UV Protection

ASTM D2062 16 CFR 1303 AATCC 23 AATCC 15 AATCC 16 AATCC 162 AATCC 22 AATCC 35 Storage method AATCC 183

Instructions:
(1) SGS and INTERTEK labs are authorized to conduct testing for NTO- SAHALIE. (2) Vendor should refer to PO to inform the Lab whether it's first or re-order and the specification of each test item. (3) Lab should automatically conduct the "Optional" test item(s) based on the guidance specified, if necessary. The test report should clearly state if any sample is exempted. (4) Vendor should provide all colors to the Lab to conduct testing. (5) Vendor will require to conduct second test for flammability on the semi-finished or end-product when needed. (6) Final decision on acceptance will be made by NTO- SAHALIE. (7) Test Report should be emailed to attn. PQM Manager/Brand, (Norm Thompson) ckildahl@normthompson.com; (Sahalie) kcampbell@sahalie.com; (Solutions)mvanrees@solutions.com; (Gold Violin) mvanrees@solutions.com ; and the applicant/vendor

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X. APPENDIX

1- READ AND COMPLY

2- SPECS, CARE & CONTENT SPECIFICATION SHEET

3- GARMENT LABELS Specifications Garment Label Examples: Sewn in garment Garment Label Examples: On body

4- ASTM CARE SYMBOLS

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2- SPECS, CARE & CONTENT SPECIFICATION SHEET

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3- GARMENT LABELS
PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION . Check with PQM for specifics on Labels. For contact list see Technical Design and Quality

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