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Fabrics & Compliance · 4 min read · 2026-09-07

Swimwear Fabric Chlorine Testing

Pool chemistry destroys weak elastane stories. Put chlorine and colourfastness into the approval plan.

Pool chemistry destroys weak elastane stories. Put chlorine and colourfastness into the approval plan.

What to request

Align chlorine resistance, colourfastness to sea water / chlorinated water, and elastane recovery targets with the mill and garment factory.

Claims discipline

Do not print “chlorine-proof” unless the test method and pass criteria are on the tech pack.

Next steps

  1. Open the manufacture hub for OEM / private-label programmes.
  2. Browse related products in the library.
  3. Review the matching fabric path.
  4. Download buyer checklists (deal sheet / capacity / cert pack).
  5. Submit a development brief — Export desk replies within 12 h.

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FAQ

Is a hand-feel approval enough?

No for swim — request chlorine / colourfastness expectations aligned to your market.

Does recycled yarn change testing?

It can — validate claims and keep GRS documentation on a separate track from performance tests.