textile-compliance-reference

name	textile-compliance-reference
version	1.0.0
description	Reference knowledge for DWR system comparison, PFAS regulations, hazardous substance thresholds, and auxiliary chemical brand identification.

Textile Compliance Reference

Use When

• You need to compare DWR finish systems (C6, C0, silicone, dendrimer, wax) on performance, durability, and compliance
• You need to check PFAS regulatory status across EU, US states, China, and certification schemes
• You need hazardous substance threshold values for specific markets or standards
• You need to decode an auxiliary chemical brand or product name to its likely chemistry family

Files

File	Description
dwr-system-comparison.md	Side-by-side comparison of DWR chemistries: fluorocarbon C8/C6, silicone, dendrimer, paraffin/wax, and hybrid systems — covers water rating, oil rating, durability, hand feel, and compliance status
pfas-global-regulations.md	Current and upcoming PFAS restrictions by jurisdiction: EU REACH restriction proposal, US state bans, China GB limits, OEKO-TEX, ZDHC MRSL, and bluesign — includes effective dates and threshold values
hazardous-substance-thresholds.md	Consolidated threshold table for restricted substances across GB 18401, OEKO-TEX 100, REACH SVHC, CPSIA, Prop 65, and ZDHC MRSL — organized by substance class
auxiliary-chemical-brands.md	Maps common trade names and supplier brands (Archroma, Huntsman, Rudolf, Nicca, CHT, Daikin, etc.) to their likely chemistry families and functional categories

Reading Rules

• Regulatory data has a shelf life. Cross-check effective dates against the current date before issuing compliance verdicts.
• MRSL conformance (manufacturing input) is distinct from RSL/finished-goods compliance — never conflate the two.
• DWR ratings (spray test, Bundesmann, oil rating) are method-specific; do not compare across test standards without noting the method.
• Brand-to-chemistry mappings are best-guess based on published product lines; always verify against the actual SDS when available.
• Threshold values are the strictest published limit for each scheme; actual product-specific limits may differ based on article category, age group, or direct skin contact classification.