Color fastness to rubbing (sweat condition)

Objective

This test is used to check whether repeated rubbing is able to cause deterioration of the leather colour, on the one hand, and whether the colour can run (transfer) onto the backing material.

Principle

The test consists of subjecting a 100 x 25 mm specimen to rubbing (to-and-fro) under constant pressure, with a dry or wet standardised felt pad. The deterioration and staining are then evaluated against greyscales.

Type: Physical and mechanical test
Standard: EN ISO 11640
Products: Leather / Leathergoods
Criteria: Color fastness