Anti-pilling
Also known as: Pill-resistant
Finish or construction preventing the formation of pills (small knots) on the fabric surface.
Description
Anti-pilling covers measures against the formation of fibre balls (pills) caused by friction and loose fibre ends. Assessed per ISO 12945-1 (pilling box), ISO 12945-2 (Martindale) or ASTM D3512 (random tumble) with grades 1 (heavy pilling) to 5 (no pilling). Retail target: grade 4 minimum after 2,000 rubs.
Constructive measures: higher yarn twist, combing instead of carding, denser weave, filament yarns instead of staple. Chemical finishing: enzyme treatment (cellulase on cotton) removes loose fibre ends; silicone or acrylic coatings bond ends in place.
Sensitive fibres: wool, cotton, PES staple (especially fleece). Ageing: anti-pill effect fades after 20-50 washes; enzyme treatment is permanent, chemical coatings wash out. Anti-pill fleece keeps grade 4-5 per EN ISO 12945-2 durably.
Properties
| Test standard | ISO 12945-1/-2, ASTM D3512 |
|---|---|
| Typical values | Grade 4-5 after 2,000 cycles |
| Application | Fleece, sweaters, knitwear |
Related product categories
Sources & references
2- Wikipedia: Pilling Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pill_(textile)
- OEKO-TEX OEKO-TEX Association https://www.oeko-tex.com/
