The materials those are used in clothing companies to create a garment beautiful for sale and packing other than fabrics and trims are called garments accessories.
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Additional Garments Accessories :
Must be suitable for the material/ product/ treatment and wash
Must be correctly positioned, according to instructions
Must be colour fast
Must not damage the product when attached
Must if loose, e.g. belt, decoration, be attached with a pin tag/ stitches
Garments Accessories – Beads And Pearls for Children
Beads, and pearls must be checked for sharp edges and sharp points.
Beads, and pearls must never break or disassemble.
Styles with beads and pearls need to be wash tested 5 times to ensure that all decorations are intact and not sharp after wash.
Where hand stitched, the stitching should be locked off after every 10th stitch.
Additional requirements for size 44 up to and including size 98
Beads and pearls are small parts and can be a choking risk. Due to their small size they cannot be tested for 90/70N pull force, and are thus not allowed.
For bigger beads threaded on straps, the strap should withstand 90 N pull force test.
Garments Accessories – Decorations for Children
Studs and decorations must be checked for sharp edges and sharp points.
Studs and decorations must never break or disassemble.
Styles with glued on studs need to be wash tested 5 times to ensure that all studs/decorations are intact after wash.
Additional requirement for size 44 up to and including size 98
Glued on studs, decorations or diamantées are not allowed since they cannot be tested for 90/70 N pull force.
Decorations for Children
Garments Accessories – Touch and Close Fasteners for Children
It is recommended that soft qualities of touch and close fasteners are used on garments for baby and children.
The male part (scratchy part with hooks) should be directed away from the body of the child to avoid skin abrasion.
Touch and close fasteners used on garments must have trimmed corners, preferably rounded, or sewn with no exposed edges. No sharp edges allowed.
Garments Accessories – Liquid Filled Components
Liquid filled accessories shall be avoided as much as possible, but if in any exceptional case we need to use that
Global Quality Department must approve the product and liquid.
We always have to ask for a MSDS (material safety data sheet) and when needed also a full description of the content of the fluid.
Liquid Filled Components
Garments Accessories –Fringes
Fringes could be an entanglement hazard. Fringes that are loops are at higher risk, and for these the maximum allowed length is 7,5 cm in circumference (where fringes are allowed). Fringes that are a series of attached tassels must in addition to the below requirement be assessed as small parts.
Head, neck and upper chest area
44-134
No fringes allowed on hood or back of the neck. Other parts of neck and upper chest fringes are allowed with maximum length 7,5 cm.
No knots or 3D embellishment allowed.
Not from elastic material.
140-170
Maximum length 7,5 cm.
Knot or 3D embellishment is allowed.
Not from elastic material.
Chest & Waist
Maximum length 14 cm.
Knots or 3D embellishment only allowed on garments worn from waist down, such as trousers, shorts, skirts.
Lower edge (hem) of garments which end below crotch
Maximum length 14 cm.
Fringe must not hang below lower edge (hem).
Garments that finish at ankle: no fringe at lower edge, even if ending above hem.
Back area
Maximum length 7,5 cm.
No knots or 3D embellishment allowed.
Sleeves
Long sleeves
Maximum length 7,5 cm
Fringe must not hang below lower edge (hem).
No fringe at lower edge, even if ending above hem.
No knots or 3D embellishment allowed.
Short sleeves 44-134
Maximum length 7,5 cm
Knot or 3D embellishment is allowed.
Short sleeves 140-170
Maximum length 14 cm
Knot or 3D embellishment is allowed IF length of fringe is maximum 7,5 cm.
Garments Accessories Inspection
In order to ensure the best quality of Auto knit wear Ltd of Auto Group, each item (Garments Accessories) of every Order & Style must be inspected by following the below systems. At first, the responsible QC inspectors will be collected all kinds of necessary documents including approval from responsible concern person against that accessories before starting the inspection in any Receiving accessories. Then as per AQL those goods should be inspected randomly according to 10 % of receiving qty. During the inspection if the defect qty is more than 01 %, the inspection result will be failed. After that, the non-conformity report against problematic goods will be submitted to the concern persons for reviewing. Then those accessories (failed qty) have to dispose according to the written decision by authorized persons for segregating the defective goods.
Pls note, if is found doing a few pcs such problem-wrong information goods, mixed colors & mixed sizes in a delivery pack it must be informed to the concern persons through the non-conformity report for reviewing. As there is no acceptable quality level in this kind of problem.
Inspection Failed Qty: The inspection failed qty shall be re-inspected as per 15 % of receiving qty after checking by the supplier people. If the result of re-inspection is failed it should be 100 % inspected for bulk.
Accessories inspection Reports: It must be reported both pass & fail all kinds of accessories inspection as a record in daily & thus all accessories inspection reports of each order must be kept to save at least in one year as a record for showing as presentation.
Control of non- conforming accessories: All non-conformity accessories will be stored either in rejected zone or sent back to the supplier for replacement. Of course, this should be done as per the disposition decision of authority.
Replacement qty or short qty: Every time the replacement qty or short qty must be checked as per AQL & shall be reported both pass & fail of inspection as a record. If the inspection result is failed it has to inform to concern persons through the non-conformity report for the disposition decision. All kinds of accessories will be inspecting as per the above – mentioned instructions until
Garments Accessories – Buckles, Toggles, Hook & Eye for Children
Buckles, toggles and hook & eye must be checked for sharp edges and sharp points.
Buckles, toggles and hook & eye must never break or disassemble
Additional requirements for size 44 up to and including size 98
Buckles, toggles and hook & eye fitting completely within the small parts testing cylinder are considered small parts and must withstand 90 N pull force test.
Both the attachment of the detail, and all parts of the detail itself should be tested.
Buckles, Toggles, Hook & Eye for Children
Fabric trim is the related term of garments accessories
[1] S. M. Bappy Rana, B.Sc.in Textile Engineering, BUBT
The raw materials like fabric and lace is used in sewing room other than fabric are called fabric trim. Another way it can be said that trimmings materials are openly attached with the fabric to make a garment are called fabric trim. Must have no loose/ uncut threads left on the final product, neither on inside or outside, 3-5 mm is accepted
Fabric Trim for Children:
A small part is a component that fits entirely within the testing cylinder by its own weight, i.e. without forcing it. A small part includes, but is not limited to, buttons, press buttons, zipper pullers, buckles, sliders, 3D appliqués and other attached trims. All parts that possibly could become a small part must be tested, for instance all individual parts of a zipper. Flat components only made from textile are not considered small parts. If a textile component is 3D however, for example by having a knot or being stuffed with polyester filling, it will be considered a small part. Note that leather and PU is not considered textile. All small parts must be securely fastened, before and after normal use and abuse. They must withstand a 90 Newton pull force when the largest accessible dimension is greater than 6 mm or 70 Newton pull force when the largest accessible dimension is less than or equal to 6 mm.
Lace Trim:
Generally lace trim is designed for blouses, dresses, skirts etc.
Must not change colour and have readable text after wash or other treatments
Must if there is a risk for cross staining, discoloration or damage of the label, after wash or treatments, this should be prevented by either;
Must cover the label by plastic before treatment/ wash
Must attach the lace trim label in the product after the treatment/ wash
Must cotton neck label on Baby & Children garments must be sewn on with no possibility of label to unravel.
Fabric Trim – Zipper
Must be suitable for the product/ material/ treatment and wash
Must be in correct length/ type/ quality/ colour, according to the order specification
Must have a slider that is easy to pull up and down, and stays clear of seam
Must have auto lock or semi lock for bottoms
Must have plastic stoppers on cord fitted coil zippers
Must avoid fabric damage/ puckering when inserting zip
Must not use a concealed/ invisible/ hidden zipper on: tight fitted products, o stretch fabric on tight fitted products, o uneven layer or thick layer of fabric
Zipper
Zipper Requirements for Children
All zippers must meet the requirements of “H&M Quality Standards and Requirements (QS&R)”.
Puller attachments that are shaped, filled or made of any other material than a plain woven tape must withstand 90 N pull force test, and also fulfil the “resistance to twist of pull and slider” test. Totally flat zip pullers only made of fabric tape do not have to be tested.
All parts of the zipper must be checked for sharp edges and sharp points.
All parts attached to the zipper must never break or disassemble.
All garments with a metal zipper must have a zipper guard facing the body in order to prevent injury.
Styles with a zip fly must have a zipper guard firmly secured at the bottom.
This is valid for all types of zippers; metal, plastic and nylon.
Concealed (invisible) zipper is OK to use if a zipper guard is used.
If attached puller is totally flat, only made of fabric tape should be securely stitched and have a maximum length of 7,5 cm in total including the actual metal puller. Note – on the back of garment it is not allowed to have any extra attachments to zip pullers.
If using a ring puller the hole in the ring shall be under 5 mm or over 12 mm to be safe and avoid risk of entrapment.
Metal zipper not recommended, however each style to be risk assessed. For trousers with zip fly it could be OK.
A zipper “fold over” on the top of zipper is strongly recommended to avoid the neck of the child to be pinched.
All parts of the zipper must be tested to withstand 90 N pull force test.
Glued on 3D endings of zip pullers are not allowed as they cannot be secured.
Lace Trim – Elastic
Elasticised cuffs that are too tight can cause reduction in blood flow to hands or feet. The elastic must not be too tight or too strong and it is of particular concern in baby’s wear. Elastics must never be used as cords close to the face. Elastics which have direct body contact should be soft brushed. Exception for adjustable elastics inside trousers where this is not needed.
Must be suitable for the material/ product/ treatment and wash
Must have suitable elasticity
Must be in a quality that retains elasticity
Must be pre shrunk
Must be relaxed at least 24 hours prior to production
Must have heat cut edges when necessary
Shoulder pad/ sleeve head roller
Must be suitable for the product/ treatment and wash
Must be correctly positioned, according to instructions
Must have the correct size/ shape/ grading/ quality, according to instructions
Must be covered on unlined garment with e.g. shell fabric/ matching lining, if no other instruction has been given
Lace Trim – Collar
Must have the fusing attached to the correct side of collar depending on material/ style/instructions
Placket
Must be properly stitched,
Must be straight and even
Must cover under part
Dart
Must have correct shape
Must have correct length
Must have no puckering at dart point/ end
Must have 1.5 – 2 cm of threads left at dart point/ end when trimming the inside
Must be symmetrically placed, if no other instruction has been given
Fabric Trim – Hanger loop for Children
Hanger loops inside garments for the purpose of keeping the garment on the hanger, shall be as short as possible. Sizes 44-134: maximum 20 cm in circumference. Sizes 140-170: maximum 40 cm in circumference. Exception: Korea = maximum 7.5 cm in circumference (44-170)
Must be suitable for the fabric/ product/ treatment and wash
Must be correctly attached, according to the instructions
Must be colour fast
Fabric Trim –Buttons for Children
Buttons must be securely attached by machine lock stitch. Recommended to use poly/poly core spun yarn.
Buttons should not break causing sharp edges. Shell and mother of pearl is not allowed. When sing resin based plastic this must be evaluated carefully as this plastic could be very brittle and become sharp when broken.
2-hole buttons are better than 4-hole button because the middle part of a 4-hole button can become rather weak, depending on hole size. Exception for some thin fabrics where a 4-hole button grasp both warp and weft which makes attachment stronger, which could then be a reason for choosing a 4-hole rather than a 2-hole button.
Additional requirements for size 44 up to and including size 98
Buttons to be securely attached by machine lock stitch. Must withstand 90 Npull force test.
Shank buttons (loop buttons) are only allowed if they are machine stitched.
Multi component buttons are not recommended unless they can be ensured not to break and fall apart.
Duffle button/toggle button are not allowed due to its hazardous shape.
Buttons for Children
Button sewn on inside waistline, not showing on the outside.
When having a button at inside waistline, for adjustable elastics, the button has to be sewn through all layers of fabric, and fusing, otherwise the fabric might break and the button will come out at low pull force. Also the button could come through the fabric together with the button when doing the pull force test.
Button sewn on inside waistline, not showing on the outside
Press buttons, jean buttons, rivets, eyelets
Press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets must not have any sharp edges or sharp points.
The attaching machine as well as the press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets should be of a well-known brand. It is essential to consult the button suppliers for advice on both the appropriate choice of buttons and machinery for each individual order.
Press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets for counter samples must be attached with the same type of machine that will be used for production.
Upper and lower parts must be aligned for perfect matching when closed.
Even layer of fabric is very important to secure attachment of press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets.
No nipple rivets on back area of garments below waist as these can damage sofas, car seats, floors etc.
Press buttons, jean buttons
Additional requirements for size 44 up to and including size 98
All press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets must withstand 90 N pull force test. As a safer option consider using embroidered eyelets instead of metal eyelets.
Attaching buttons on top of fake buttonholes creates uneven layers, and is a high risk of buttons coming off.
Take special care when attaching eyelets on stretchy material. Use plastic washer or woven reinforcement.
Press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets and eyelets must never break or disassemble.
It is NOT allowed to repress press buttons, jeans buttons, rivets or eyelets that are already produced and have failed the pull force test
Embellishments, Bows (Lace Tream)
All decorations must be firmly stitched, it is not enough only with adhesive /glue.
All decorations must be checked for sharp edges and sharp points.
Decorations must never break or disassemble.
Bows should be adequately finished to prevent the ends from unravelling. A knot is not acceptable.
The tail of fixed bows should not exceed 7,5 cm in length. The bow loop should not exceed 7,5 cm in circumference.
Placement of bow is critical as the tails are considered cords and could be an entrapment and strangulation hazard. Head, neck and upper chest area, as well as back area are especially critical. Bows with tails not allowed on hoods or at back of neck. Please refer to chapter 4 for restrictions.
Bigger bows for decorations are OK if stitched all the way around.
Embellishments, Bows
Additional requirements for size 44 up to and including size 98
3D textile components, for example by having a knot or being stuffed with filling, will be considered small parts, and need to withstand 90 N pull force test. Where bows or other decorations are attached, there must always be a woven reinforcement on the back of the fabric, to prevent the fabric from tearing or decoration to detach.
Pompoms and tassels
Below requirements concern size 44 up to and including size 98
Pompoms that fit into the small parts cylinder by its own weight, must withstand
90 N pull force test.
If pompom or tassel is made from loose yarn – then make sure there is no fibre shedding issues. Untwisted or slightly twisted yarns must not be used for sizes upto and including size 80.
