DIN EN 16732:2016-05

This European standard specifies performance levels and test methods for the following characteristics of slide fasteners made from interlocking components mounted on textile tapes: strengths of puller attachment, closed-end, top stop, open-end slide fastener box,reciprocating mechanism, closed slide fastener when extended laterally, open-end attachment when extended laterally, slider lock, and open-end fastener single stringer slider retention. In addition performance levels are also specified for colour fastness to washing, dry cleaning and water, and for dimensional stability to washing and dry cleaning.