AS/NZS 1957-1998

Specifies words, phrases and symbols detailing the care treatment of upholstery, garments and other articles in order to supply relevant and accurate information to a prospective purchaser at the point of sale. It states what information should be included on a permanent label and what instructions may be supplied separately in lieu of a permanent label. It specifies the method of labelling yarn and the method by which care instructions for piece goods are to be made available.