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16 CFR 1610 SCREENING UTILITY
 
Part 1 Is the fabric plain surface?
  Is the weight greater than 2.6 oz/sq yd?
       
       
Part 2 Does the fabric contain acrylic?
  Does the fabric contain modacrylic?
  Does the fabric contain nylon?
  Does the fabric contain olefin?
  Does the fabric contain polyester?
  Does the fabric contain wool?
       
       
Part 3 Does the fabric contain any other generic fiber types not specified in Part 2?
       
     
  For fabrics composed of two or more discrete fabric components such as burn out prints, the most flammable component should be assessed.  
     
     
  Important Note:  
 
  • The exemption clause should be used for guidance purposes only. All fabrics irrespective of content, weight or surface type must pass the test.
  • User bears responsibility when running this program.
  • Please see full details of the Flammable Fabrics Act at www.cpsc.gov