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To get a better insight in the real worn effect, test have to be performed starting with a load one step lower
and ending with a load one step higher then defined load.
7.13 Transportation & Handling
7.13.1 POS & Label Adhesion and Print Requirements
7.13.1.1 Label Adhesion
For Removable Labels
(e.g. Point-of-Sale labels): Adhere neatly and flat on the surface and be easily
removed. It must not leave residue or permanently stains the surface.
For Permanent Labels
(especially Product Family Labels): Should never lift-off at the edges or form large
bubbles underneath.
Tests: +70˚C Dry Heat Exposure Test (4 days)
Damp Heat Storage Test (7 days)
Criteria: After the tests, the label should conform to the requirements stated above.
7.13.1.2 Label Printing
For Permanent Labels
: Resistance to water and general household cleaning agents.
Test: Resistant to Ethanol- Requirement 1x25 cycles
Criteria: The printing should not deface or smudge. A slight overall lightening of the color is allowed but
there should not be any portion of print removed. Wordings should remain well legible.
7.14 Transportation & Handling
7.14.1 Packaging Release Test Specifications
7.14.1.1 For All Regions EXCEPT China&India
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