The TMC Test Method is a method developed by The Microfibre Consortium in collaboration with the University of Leeds and the European Outdoor Group in 2017. The test method measures fibre loss by weight by simulating domestic laundering. We have developed innovative test methods to assess the microfibre-shedding potential of commercially-manufactured synthetic textiles such as polyester, acrylic, elastane, and nylon.
Intertek provides bespoke scientific solutions for microfibre shedding tests which lead to an improved understanding of the impact of clothing on the marine environment. Bureau Veritas CPS laboratories in Guangzhou (China), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Taiwan and Spain have been accredited for The Microfibre Consortium Test Method, which is a test to evaluate the amount of fiber fragment release into water after domestic laundering with the ability to compare levels of fragment release between different products. We provides specialized microfiber testing services to combat textile pollution. Since 2016, we’ve developed robust methods to assess fiber release in garments, approved by The Microfiber Consortium, enabling faster access to performance data for sustainable practices in the industry.
microfibre testing, Following our collaboration with The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) on the demonstration of measurement of fibre release from textiles using the James Heal GyroWash, and the subsequent release of the TMC test method and ISO standards, we are receiving many questions from the industry on this topic. The Eurofins | BLC test method uses the industry gold standard Gyrowash methodology to identify and analyse whether microplastic fibres (microfibres) are released from synthetic materials, including clothing and textiles. Domestic laundering of textiles is being increasingly recognised as a significant source of microfibre pollution. Reliable quantification of microfibre release is necessary to understanding the scale of this issue and to evaluate the efficacy of potential solutions.
