Canadian Consumer Handbook 2008-2009

Apparel and Textile Care

In 2003, the Canadian General Standards Board introduced new and improved industry symbols to help you clean and launder clothing safely.

Clothing labels contain suggested cleaning instructions to prevent problems such as shrinking, dye transfer and fading. Five basic symbols identify care treatments for washing, bleaching, drying, ironing and professional cleaning.

The Guide to Apparel and Textile Care Symbols is available.