BS 4973-1 is an International Standard that focuses on specifications for interlinings and nonwoven sew-in interlinings.
BS 4973-1 specifies requirements for nonwoven sew-in interlinings for uniform clothing, for large users such as Government departments, fire services, hospitals, and local authorities.
BS 4973-1 enlists the technical requirements and materials, according to the garments for which they are recommended.
BS 4973-1 on specifications for interlinings and nonwoven sew-in interlinings is useful for:
Interlining is a layer of textile used between two outer layers of shell fabric to impart strength, support, stability, and shape retention to the outer shell fabric against any distortion due to stress exerted at various stages of production, during wearing/use, or aftercare treatments. The interlining is also called interfacing.
BS 4973-1 covers the specifications for the nonwoven sew-in interlinings such as technical requirements, marking of the interlinings and uses of the interlines that are in accordance with the global standards. It provides the best solutions to the people in the apparel fabric and textile industry by providing you with the specifications for nonwoven sew-in interlinings.
Thus, BS 4973-1 guides the manufacturers to streamline production so that users have access to superior products made from suitable materials.