Ritex is the first laboratory in Italy to achieve accreditation to UNI EN ISO 4484-1, the international standard that measures the release of microplastics from textiles during washing. This milestone underscores our commitment to sustainability and innovation in the textile sector, providing precise and reliable tests recognized internationally.
What is UNI EN ISO 4484-1 about?
The release of microplastics from textiles throughout their life cycle, particularly during washing, has a significant environmental impact. UNI EN ISO 4484-1 establishes a standardized method for determining material loss from fabrics, with a specific focus on microplastics.
In a global context where sustainability and environmental protection are top priorities, this standard allows the monitoring and reduction of microplastic emissions—a growing concern for the textile industry. For more information on this topic, you can consult Microplastica – ECHA.
Why Accredia Accreditation Matters
Accredia is the sole national accreditation body appointed by the Italian Government and internationally recognized. Obtaining accreditation for the UNI EN ISO 4484-1 test from Accredia demonstrates our technical competence and impartiality, and gives our Test Reports a high level of reliability in terms of quality and safety.
In practice, this accreditation allows us to:
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ensure the accuracy of results, in line with international methodologies;
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support textile companies in improving the sustainability of their products;
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contribute to reducing the release of microplastics from fabrics, helping to protect the environment.
To explore all the tests carried out by our laboratory, visit our dedicated page: Testing Lab | Ritex.
Looking Ahead
With this new milestone, Ritex is even more prepared to meet the needs of a textile sector increasingly focused on sustainability and innovation. Our commitment to quality and the reliability of results remains at the heart of our work.
A special thanks goes to the entire Ritex team, whose dedication and professionalism made the achievement of this important goal possible.