TS 9173

TS 9173 is a withdrawn service standard that addresses the general rules for dry cleaners. In practical terms, it relates to how dry-cleaning businesses handle garments and textiles through solvent-based cleaning rather than conventional water washing, with the aim of supporting a consistent, orderly and understandable service for consumers.

The technical context of dry cleaning

Dry cleaning is a cleaning process distinct from ordinary aqueous laundering. In practice, stain treatment, solvent cleaning, mechanical action, drying and finishing are considered together. The work is sensitive to fabric type, garment construction, trims and care instructions. For that reason, layout, workflow and handover procedures are all important parts of service quality in a dry-cleaning establishment.

What this standard covers in general terms

Based on the scope provided, TS 9173 covers the general rules relating to dry cleaners. This indicates a business-level service standard rather than a document devoted to a specific machine model, chemical formulation or detailed test method. It serves as a foundational standard for understanding how dry-cleaning operations are generally organised and presented.

• General organisation of dry-cleaning services
• Internal order and workflow in the establishment
• General rules for the service offered to consumers
• Classification as a service standard for dry-cleaning premises