1.1 This guide provides a uniform system of symbols for the disclosure of care instructions on labels that are permanently attached to consumer textile products such as apparel, piece goods, and household and institutional articles, hereinafter referred to as "textile." 1.2 This guide provides a comprehensive system of symbols to represent care instructions in order to reduce language-dependent care instructions. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.