EN 13758-2:2003+A1:2007
Textiles – Solar UV protective properties – Part 2
EN 13758-2:2003+A1:2007 – Textiles – Solar UV protective properties – Part 2: Classification and marking of apparel supersedes EN 13758-2:2003+A1:2006 Textiles – Solar UV protective properties – Part 2: Classification and marking of apparel.
This European Standard specifies the requirements for marking of clothing which are designed to offer the wearer protection against solar ultraviolet radiation exposure.
EN 13758-2 is a product standard that protects the skin against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. Clothing that is certified with this standard is marked with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF-value), which indicates the level of protection provided.
Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause skin damage. Wearing protective apparel designed in accordance with this standard reduces the dangers caused by UV exposure. While this apparel protects against UV radiation, wearing this apparel does not guarantee protection in all conditions. Note that only areas covered by this apparel are protected and that the degree of protection provided by this apparel may reduce as the apparel is used, stretched, or wet. UV protective apparel should be cared for according to the instructions provided inside each garment.
Protection categories
| UPF* range | Protection | % UV blocking | Rating |
| 15 – 24 | Good | 93,3 – 95,8% | 15,20 |
| 25 – 39 | Very good | 96 – 97,4 % | 25,30,35 |
| 40 – 50+ | Excellent | 97,5 – 98+% | 40,45,50,50+ |
*UPF – Ultraviolet Protection Factor
