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How do I read care labels on Indian garments? What do the symbols mean?

Indian garments are required to follow the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) care labelling system, which uses internationally recognised symbols. Understanding these helps wholesale buyers advise their retail customers correctly.

SymbolMeaning
Tub with water + number (30/40/60)Machine wash at that temperature in °C
Tub with handHand wash only
Tub with XDo not wash
CircleDry clean
Circle with XDo not dry clean
Iron with 1 dotLow heat iron (110°C) — synthetics
Iron with 2 dotsMedium heat (150°C) — wool, silk
Iron with 3 dotsHigh heat (200°C) — cotton, linen
Iron with XDo not iron
Square with circleTumble dry safe
Square with circle and XDo not tumble dry
💡 Indian law (Legal Metrology Rules) requires care labels in English and/or Hindi on all garments. Missing care labels is a compliance issue for branded retail sellers.
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