IS 17630 : 2021
Textiles - Bed sheet and Pillow Cover
summary
Bed sheets and pillow covers are textile products used for bedding to provide comfort, hygiene, and aesthetic appeal. They are made from various fabrics like cotton, polyester, or blended materials. These products protect mattresses and pillows, improve sleep quality, and contribute to home decor while ensuring softness and durability.
Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Bed sheet and Pillow Cover
BIS certification is mandatory for bed sheets and pillow covers to ensure consumer safety, quality, and hygiene. Certification guarantees that the textiles meet Indian Standards for fabric composition, color fastness, shrinkage, flammability, and durability, preventing health risks, allergic reactions, and substandard quality in products used daily.
What is BIS Certified for Bed sheet and Pillow Cover
The BIS certified specification for bed sheets and pillow covers defines requirements for fabric type, thread count, dimensional stability, color fastness, shrinkage, flammability, and workmanship. Compliance ensures that bedding textiles are safe, durable, comfortable, and suitable for domestic use, meeting Indian Standards for quality and consumer protection.
Test required for Bed sheet and Pillow Cover
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Manufacture | Optional |
| Workmanship and Finish | Required |
Colour fastness and Dimensional Stability Requirement of Fabric (for Reusable)
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Colour fastness to rubbing (a) Dry (b) Wet | Optional |
| Colour fastness to perspiration (acidic and alkaline) (a) Colour change (b) Staining | Optional |
| Colour fastness to washing (a) Colour change (b) Staining | Optional |
| Colour fastness to light Color change | Optional |
| Dimensional stability to washing Length and width | Optional |
| Pilling resistance | Optional |
| Scouring loss | Optional |
Requirements for Bedsheet and Pillow Cover Set
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength (dry and wet) | Required |
| Bursting strength (dry and wet) | Required |
| Seam strength (dry and wet) | Required |
| pH | Required |
| Water soluble substance | Required |
| Cleanliness–microbial | Optional |
| Particle release | Required |
| Optional | Optional |
| Optional | Optional |
Benefits of BIS Certification for Bed sheet and Pillow Cover
1. Ensured Quality and Durability
BIS certification guarantees that bed sheets and pillow covers meet fabric strength, thread count, and workmanship standards, ensuring long-lasting performance.
2. Consumer Safety and Hygiene
Certified products comply with safety and hygiene norms, reducing risks of skin irritation, allergies, or exposure to harmful dyes and chemicals.
3. Consistent Product Standards
BIS standards ensure uniformity in fabric quality, color fastness, shrinkage, and dimensions, providing reliable products for households and hotels.
4. Legal Market Access
BIS certification allows manufacturers and importers to sell bedding textiles in India without facing regulatory issues or penalties.
5. Brand Trust and Acceptance
BIS-marked bed sheets and pillow covers gain higher credibility, consumer confidence, and acceptance in retail markets, e-commerce platforms, and hospitality sectors.