What is ISO/TS 23650 about?
ISO/TS 23650 discusses nanotechnologies that specify the antimicrobial performance assessment method of textiles containing manufactured (metals/metal oxides) nanomaterials (TCMNMs). The textiles in ISO/TS 23650 include fabric, yarn, and fiber in which manufactured nanomaterials are used during the production or finishing process. Further, ISO/TS 23650 also specifies protocols to determine the number of nanomaterials released from textile following washing and/or exposure to artificial human body sweat.
ISO/TS 23650 only covers the antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-odour performance assessment method of TCMNMs.
ISO/TS 23650 does not cover textiles that have therapeutic applications as well as environmental, health, and safety (EHS) issues related to TCMNMs. Further, it does not cover the release of nanomaterials from TCMNMs because of aging, dry attrition, and abrasion, although it is considered an effective factor in releasing nanomaterials.