The complete ASTM dry cleaning care symbol system is listed below. These Symbols are used by the manufacturers to indicate if, when, and by what means the dry-cleaning process needs to be altered so that a garment can be processed without damage.

Max. temperature 95°C/203°F Max. temperature 95C°/203°F, Reduce mechanical action Max. temperature 60C°/140°F Max. temperature 60C°/140°F, Reduce mechanical action
Max. temperature 50C°/122°F, Reduce mechanical action Max. temperature 40C°/104°F Max. temperature 40C°/104°F, Reduce mechanical action Max. temperature 40C°/104°F, Greatly reduce mechanical action
Max. temperature 30C°/86°F, Reduce mechanical action Hand wash Do not wash
 
Chlorine bleach may be used Do not use chlorine bleach

Tumble dry high heat Tumble dry low heat "Drip" dry. Hang soaking wet Hang to dry after removing excess water Dry flat after removing excess water

Hot 210°C/410°F Warm 160°C/320°F Cool 120°C/248°F Do not iron

Dryclean in any solvent Dryclean in any solvent except trichloroethylene Use fluorocarbon or petroleum solvent only A short line under any of the above indicates reduce cycle, moisture, and/or heat Do not dryclean
 
 

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