Textile Lab Testing: Crock/Mar
Applus+ Reliable Analysis provides accurate crock and mar testing that helps textile and medical device manufacturers ensure their materials resist both color transfer and surface marring during rubbing or everyday contact. Our expanded capabilities build directly on our existing crocking and scratch resistance accreditations using proven crock meters, five-finger scratch tools, and color evaluation equipment already operating in our ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory. You receive reliable data for medical scrubs, gowns, workwear, synthetic leather, and high-touch surfaces where both colorfastness and appearance retention are critical.
Crock/Mar testing evaluates color transfer from rubbing (dry and wet) while simultaneously assessing surface marring, scratching, or gloss change. This combined evaluation is especially important for medical scrubs, surgical gowns, patient apparel, seating materials, and protective fabrics where frequent contact, cleaning, or abrasion can cause visible damage or staining. At Applus+ Reliable Analysis, we perform these evaluations with our standardized crock meters, E-100 Five Finger Scratch tester, precision color and gloss instruments, and microscopes already running under our accredited scope.
Common Crock/Mar Textile Testing Standards
AATCC 8 / AATCC 116 Colorfastness to Crocking with Mar Resistance
Reliable Analysis performs AATCC 8 and AATCC 116 crocking testing combined with mar resistance evaluation using our crock meters and E-100 Five Finger Scratch tester already accredited for these methods. We assess both color transfer by rubbing and surface marring or scratching on dyed and coated textiles. This test is essential for medical scrubs, gowns, workwear, synthetic leather, and high-touch medical surfaces where both colorfastness and appearance retention matter. You receive fast, ISO/IEC 17025-accredited results with clear ratings and images that help ensure your materials maintain professional appearance during use and cleaning.
ISO 105-X12 Mar Resistance Assessment
We run ISO 105-X12 rubbing fastness testing with integrated mar resistance evaluation on our crock meters and scratch tools. Textiles are assessed for color transfer and surface marring under dry and wet conditions. This method supports international medical apparel and coated fabric manufacturers. You benefit from harmonized, globally recognized results that combine colorfastness and surface durability in one evaluation.
GMW14296 / GMW14334 Crock/Mar for Textiles
Reliable Analysis performs GMW14296 and GMW14334 crock and mar testing using our crock meters and E-100 Five Finger Scratch equipment. We evaluate color transfer and surface marring on GM-specified textiles under controlled conditions. This ensures materials meet GM performance standards for medical seating and interior applications. You gain efficient, OEM-compliant results integrated with our broader color and surface testing program.
FLTM BI 113 Series Crock/Mar Resistance
We execute FLTM BI 113 series crock and mar testing on our current crock meters and scratch tools for Ford-specified textiles. The method assesses both color transfer and surface marring under dry and wet rubbing. This supports medical and interior fabric qualification. You receive reliable results from a lab already experienced with Ford chemical and surface protocols.
LP-463KC-21-01 Crock/Mar Resistance
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs LP-463KC-21-01 crock and mar resistance testing using our accredited crock meters and E-100 Five Finger Scratch setup. Textiles and coated materials are evaluated for color transfer and surface damage under Chrysler/FCA conditions. This supports medical and technical textile programs. You benefit from consistent data aligned with FCA requirements and our full mechanical testing capabilities.
SAE J948 Crock/Mar Component
We incorporate crock and mar evaluation into SAE J948 abrasion testing on our current equipment. Textiles are assessed for color transfer and surface marring during or after abrasion. This supports automotive and technical medical textiles. You receive clear, SAE-aligned data integrated with our broader wear and surface durability program.
VDA 230-223 Crock/Mar Assessment
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs VDA 230-223 testing with focused crock and mar assessment using our crock meters, E-007 gloss/color tools, and microscopes. Textiles are evaluated for color migration and surface marring under European conditions. This method supports manufacturers requiring VDA compliance for medical and automotive textiles. You benefit from reliable results that integrate with our chemical and surface testing services.
AATCC 8 / ISO 105-X12 Post-Abrasion Crock/Mar
We combine AATCC 8 and ISO 105-X12 crocking with post-abrasion mar evaluation using our Stoll/Martindale abrasion equipment and crock/scratch tools. Textiles undergo mechanical wear followed by crock and mar assessment. This integrated approach serves producers of durable medical scrubs, workwear, and high-use fabrics. You receive practical results that reflect real-world combined rubbing and surface damage from one accredited laboratory.
Your Partner for Textile Crock/Mar Testing
Applus+ Reliable Analysis stands ready to support your crock and mar testing needs with the same technical expertise and attention to detail we bring to all our mechanical testing programs. Our ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and established crocking, scratch, and surface evaluation equipment allow us to expand these textile capabilities quickly and cost-effectively.
If you are developing or qualifying medical scrubs, gowns, workwear, synthetic leather, or any high-touch materials where resistance to color transfer and surface marring is important, we would be happy to discuss how our capabilities align with your project. Contact us today or request a quote to get started. We look forward to partnering with you.
Additional Applus+ Reliable Analysis’ Commercial Textile Testing Capabilities
Whether it be material EMC, environmental, fabrication, or durability testing, Applus+ Reliable Analysis has a full lab of test equipment, which permits us to provide short lead times on scheduling. Our team strives to give our customers more time and energy on product development rather than testing.
Below is a list of common textile testing types that Reliable Analysis offers. Don’t see what you are looking for? Contact us, and we will determine the best course of action.
