Intertek High-Performance Mark is an instantly recognizable Mark for Quality, Safety, and High- Performance to offer peace of mind to end-consumers in their purchase of high-performance products and provides added value to brands, retailers, and manufacturers for validating the high-performance features of your products.
Intertek Standard for High-Performance Mark for General Activewear / Athleisure Wear (International Market)
Descriptors | Testing | Method & Index | Requirement |
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Absorbency |
Absorbency |
AATCC 79, BS 4554, CNS 13905 L3246 |
Woven ≤5 seconds Knit ≤2 seconds |
Anti-Bacterial |
Anti-Bacterial |
ISO 20743, AATCC 100 |
≥95% bacterial reduction (as received) and ≥90% reduction (after 5 washes) |
CNS 14945, CNS 14946 |
The reduction rate for bacteria is listed as Grade A >99.9%, B = 99-99.9% before and after wash |
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Anti-Down Leakage |
Down & Feather Penetration |
SLHK-T-TMDB23 (SLHK – IHTM – 002) |
Grade 4.0 |
FTMS 191 Method 5530 (tumble test) |
≤5 |
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EN 12132 Part 1 (rubbing test) |
≤10 |
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Fibre Proof Property of Fabric |
EN 15586 (rubbing test) |
≤10 |
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Anti-Fungal |
Anti-Fungal |
AATCC 30 III |
No growth |
ASTM G21 |
≤ Rating 1 |
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CNS 2690 |
1. Grade 甲, 乙 and 丙 a. the growth of mold b. the physical strength of textile after contact with mold |
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Anti-Radiation |
Anti-Radiation – RFID Blocking |
SLHK – IHTM – 004 (base on ISO 14443 PCARD) |
Non-detectable |
Anti-Radiation – Electromagnetic Shielding |
Flange Coaxial Method |
For general use: ≥20 dB |
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Anti-Static |
Anti-Static |
AATCC 76 |
Surface resistivity: 1x10^9Ω to 1x10^13Ω |
Anti-Weathering |
Weathering |
Xenon-arc: AATCC 16.3, ISO 105-B06 |
Color change ≥ Grade 4.0 or strength loss: <30% |
UV: AATCC 186, ISO 4892-3 |
Color change ≥ Grade 4.0 or strength loss: <30% |
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Blood-Resistant |
Synthetic Blood Resistance (not for activewear) |
ASTM F1670 |
No droplets of the synthetic blood appear |
CNS 14799 |
No penetration of blood |
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Breathable |
Breathability |
Ret method |
≤20 pa.m2/W |
ASTM E96 B) |
≥600g/m2/24h |
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ASTM E96 BW) |
≥3000g/m2/24h |
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ASTM E96 E & JIS L 1099 A1) Desiccant method (38±1)oC, RH (90±2)% |
≥3500g/m2/24h |
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JIS L 1099 B1 & B2 Potassium acetate method |
≥10000g/m2/24h |
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BS 7209 |
≥60% |
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Compression |
Compression |
SLHK – IHTM – 005 |
Refer to test method of FZ/T 73031 clause 5.4.1.1 & 5.4.2 |
Cool-Touch |
Instant Cooling |
CNS 15687 L3272 |
Knit ≥0.130 W/cm2 |
Durable |
Durability - Fabric |
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Durability - Garment |
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Far-Infrared |
Far-Infrared |
GB/T 30127-2013 |
For common specimens: Far infrared emission rate ≥0.88; temperature rise ≥1.4oC |
Handfeel |
Fabric Touch (FTT) |
Smoothness SLHK – IHTM – 003 |
Min. Grade 3 and smoothness sensory index >0.4 |
Softness SLHK – IHTM – 003 |
Min. Grade 3 and softness sensory index >0.4 |
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Heat-Generating |
Moisture-Absorption & Heat-Generating |
ISO 16533 |
Temperature difference: 2.5oC min. |
High-Visibility |
Visibility – Hunter Orange |
IHEA |
Dominant Wavelength (nm): 595-605 nm; |
Visibility – Chromaticity of Neon Color (non-PPE) |
ANSI 107, ISO 20471, AS/NZS 1906.4, AS/NZS 4602.1, BS EN 1150, CAN/CSA-Z96, CNS 15909 L4165 |
Refers to BS EN 1150, it depends on colors and the requirements of standard |
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Visibility – Retroreflective (non-PPE) |
ANSI 107, ISO 20471, AS/NZS 1906.4, AS/NZS 4602.1, BS EN 1150, CAN/CSA-Z96, CNS 15909 L4165 |
As received (retroreflective material): RA≧100 cd/lx.m2 |
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Visibility – Glow in Dark |
IHTM-TWN-TC-001 |
Still glow |
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ISO 17398 |
3 mcd/m2 @60 mins for ISO 17398 |
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Visibility – Camouflage |
MIL-DTL-44436B |
Depends on the standard requirements |
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Leakage-Resistant | Absorbency and leakage test | SLHK – IHTM – 006 SLHK – IHTM – 007 |
No leakage up to the claimed XYZ mL |
Liquid-Repellent |
Aqueous Liquid Repellency |
AATCC 193, BS ISO 23232 |
Grade 5.0 |
Moisture Management |
Moisture Management |
AATCC 195, CNS 15659-2 L1038-2 |
OMMC Overall Grade 3 |
Moisture Wicking |
Moisture Wicking |
AATCC 197 option B, CNS 15659-1 L1038-1 SEC 4.5 |
30 min. >10 cm |
Odor-Repellent |
Deodorization |
ISO 17299-1&2&3 CNS 17299-1 L3274-1, CNS 17299-2 L3274-2, CNS 17299-3 L3274-3 |
1. ≥70% for Ammonia and Acetic acid or |
Oil-Repellent |
Oil Repellency |
AATCC 118, BS ISO 14419 |
Grade 5.0 |
Opaque |
Opacity – Light Blocking |
AATCC 203 |
Light transmittance ≤0.05% |
Pathogen-Resistant |
Blood-Borne Pathogens Resistance (not for activewear) |
ASTM F1671 |
No penetration of bacteriophage |
CNS 14800 |
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Quick-Dry |
Quick Dry |
AATCC 199 |
≤90 min |
AATCC 200 |
≥10 ml/h |
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AATCC 201 |
≤20 min or ≥0.6 ml/hr |
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Stain Release |
Soil Release |
AATCC 130, CNS 11309 L3218 |
Grade 3.5 |
Stretchable |
Stretch & Recovery |
Growth % after 30 minutes relaxation |
≤7% |
Recovery % after 30 minutes relaxation |
>85% |
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Thermal Comfort |
Thermal Conductivity |
ASTM D7984 |
Feel warm: <200 Ws1/2/m2K |
UV Protection |
UV Protection |
EN 13758-2, AATCC 183 (ASTM D6544 / ASTM D6603), AS/NZS 4399, CNS 15001 L1035 |
>UPF 40; UVA Transmittance <5% |
Warm-Feel |
Thermal Resistance |
ASTM D1518, ISO 11092, ASTM F1868 Part A, CNS 15102 L3256 |
Coat: CLO ≥0.6; Down Jacket: CLO ≥0.55; Parka: CLO ≥0.7; Fibre-pelt Overall: CLO ≥0.55; Sleeveless Vest Sweater: CLO ≥0.12; Thin Sweater: CLO ≥0.2; Sweater: CLO ≥0.28; Thick Sweater: CLO ≥0.35; Jacket: CLO ≥0.35; Smock: CLO ≥0.3; Boller Sult: CLO ≥0.9; Trouser CLO ≥0.35; Highly Insulating Fibre-Pelt Jacket CLO ≥0.4 (Depends on the garment type) |
Water-Repellent |
Water Repellency |
Spray tests |
90 (4.0) AR; 80 (3.0) AF |
Rain-shower tests |
Water Absorbency: 15% max |
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Water-Resistant |
Water Resistance |
Hydrostatic pressure methods |
≥1000 mmH2O (150mbar) |
Rain test |
Max. 1 gram |
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Impact penetration |
Max. 1 gram |
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Waterproof |
Waterproof |
Hydrostatic pressure methods |
≥3000 mmH2O (300mbar) |
Wind-Proof |
Wind Proof |
ASTM D737 |
<1 cfm |
ISO 9237, CNS 5612 L3081 |
≤10 mm/sec |
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Wind-Resistant |
Wind Resistance |
ASTM D737 |
<15 cfm |
ISO 9237, CNS 5612 L3081 |
≤30 mm/sec |
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Wool-Comfort |
Fabric Handfeel Test – by Wool Comfort Tester (Prickle Factor) |
SLHK – IHTM – 001 |
Prickle factor ≤450; |
Wrinkle-Free |
Wrinkle Resistance |
Smooth appearance: AATCC 124, ISO 7769, CNS 8313 L3149 |
Grade 3.5 |
Seam appearance: AATCC 88B, ISO 7770, CNS 13906 L3247 |
Grade 3.5 |
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Crease retention: AATCC 88C, ISO 7769, CNS 13980 L3251 |
Grade 3.5 |
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Wrinkle recovery: AATCC 128, ISO 9867 |
Grade 3.5 |
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Remark: |
Sample will be tested in as receive and after 5 washes when pre-treatment is not specified in the standard |
Intertek Standard for High-Performance Mark for Footwear
Descriptors | Testing | Method & Index | Requirement |
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Anti-Bacterial |
Anti-Bacterial |
AATCC TM100, ASTM E2149, ASTM E2180, ISO 22196 |
>95% reduction in bacterial growth |
Breathable |
Breathability |
ISO 17699 |
Upper: min 0.8mg/cm².hour Lining: min 2.0mg/cm².hour |
Cushioning |
Cushioning |
Whole shoe: EN ISO 20344,5.14 |
Min 20 Joules |
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Moisture Wicking |
Wicking |
AATCC TM197, 4 hours |
Wicking height: max 10mm |
Odor-Repellent |
Deodorization |
ISO 17299-1&2&3 CNS 17299-1 L3274-1, CNS 17299-2 L3274-2, CNS 17299-3 L3274-3 |
1.≥70% for Ammonia and Acetic acid or 2. ≥75% for Nonenal; or 3.≥ 85% for lsovaleric acid |
Oil-Repellent |
Oil Repellency |
AATCC TM118 |
Min grade 3 |
Shock-Absorbing |
Shock Absorption |
ASTM F1976, ASTM F1614 |
Sneakers/Trainers/Racket Sports: Forepart: Max 200m/s²; Heel part: Max 150m/s²; Casual Shoes: Forepart: Max 250m/s²; Heel part: Max 200m/s²; Town Shoes: Forepart: Max 350m/s²; Heel part: Max 300m/s²; |
Slip -Resistant |
Slip Resistant |
EN ISO 13287 |
Ceramic tile with NaSL: Flat: Min.0.30; Heel: Min.0.28 |
ASTM F2913 |
Clay Tile Surface, for children: Forepart/heel: dry & wet: Min.0.30 Flat: dry & wet: Min.0.40 Other shoes: Forepart/heel: dry & wet: Min.0.30 |
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ASTM F1677 |
Olean quarry tile, Min. Dry:0.8; wet:0.7; 0.05g oil/0.05g oil+water:0.4; 0.2g oil/0.2g oil+water:0.35 |
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Insulation against Cold |
Thermal Insulation |
ISO 20877, ISO 20344,5.13 |
Max. 10 °C temperature decrease on the upper surface of the insole |
Washable |
Washable shoe |
ISO 19954 EN ISO 6330:2012; Washing Procedure 4N |
No Damage and No Obvious Change in Dimension. Less than one half size shrinkage, No loss of adhesion, No significant colour loss or other damage |
Waterproof |
Waterproof |
EN ISO 20344,5.15.2 Water level is 5mm above feather line or 25mm above ground, whichever is the least |
No penetration after 20,000 cycles |
GB/T 16641 Water level: the half distance between sole to upper junction and upper to tongue stitching point, flexing angle: 45°, 60 cycles/min |
No penetration after 20,000 cycles |
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EN 13073 |
Total Area of Water Penetration After 100 Trough Lengths Shall Be Not Greater Than 3 cm² |
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ISO 2023 for rain boots |
No leakage |
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