ISO and US

Bleaching

Do not bleach symbol

No bleaching agents at all – neither chlorine nor oxygen.

What to do: Treat stains with a mild detergent or a cleaner made for that fabric; test on a hidden spot.
Avoid: Many 'colour-safe' powders contain oxygen bleach – read the ingredients.
Where you see it: Wool, silk, leather, spandex

What to set on the machine

Questions and answers

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01What does the do not bleach symbol mean?

No bleaching agents at all – neither chlorine nor oxygen.

02What should I do with the garment?

Treat stains with a mild detergent or a cleaner made for that fabric; test on a hidden spot.

03What is the most common mistake?

Many 'colour-safe' powders contain oxygen bleach – read the ingredients.

04Is a stain remover OK if bleach is not allowed?

Only one without oxygen or chlorine. Read the label: 'percarbonate', 'oxygen', 'hypochlorite' all mean bleach.