Protective clothing with the EN 13688:2013/A1:2021 rating are tested for general requirements including comfort, harmlessness of materials, proper sizing, and durability. This ensures the garment is safe, fits well, won't cause irritation, and maintains its quality over time for your protection.

Fabrics, such as those found in clothing and upholstery, with the EN 14704-1:2005 rating are tested for their elasticity, stretch, and recovery properties. This ensures the material will maintain its shape, fit, and comfort, and resist sagging or stretching out with use.

Textile fabrics with the EN ISO 12947-2:2016 rating are tested for their resistance to abrasion (wear and tear from rubbing) using the Martindale method, which determines when the fabric starts to break down. This means the fabric is durable and can withstand friction, ensuring your product will last longer.

PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 1 refers to equipment that is simple and easy to use, and has a lower level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 1 include gloves, goggles, and simple respirators. In Europe, PPE Category 1 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union. This means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards.