1. Washing Symbols
A stylized washtub icon indicates washing instructions. The number inside the washtub represents the maximum washing temperature (°C). A hand inside the washtub means the garment should only be hand-washed (gently) at a temperature not exceeding 40°C. A crossed-out washtub means that the fabric should not be washed under normal household conditions. In North American standards, dots are used to indicate appropriate temperature ranges.

2. Bleaching Symbols
An empty triangle (previously marked with “Cl”) allows bleaching with either chlorine or non-chlorine bleach. Two diagonal lines inside the triangle prohibit chlorine-based bleaching. A crossed-out triangle means bleaching of any kind is not allowed.

3. Tumble Drying Symbols
A circle inside a square represents a tumble dryer. One dot inside the symbol means low-temperature drying, while two dots indicate normal drying temperature. A crossed-out symbol means that the garment should not be tumble-dried. In the U.S. and Japan, there are additional symbols for natural drying/air drying.

4. Natural Drying Symbols

5. Ironing Symbols
An iron symbol with up to three dots allows ironing. The number of dots specifies the temperature:
- One dot: 110°C (230°F)
- Two dots: 150°C (302°F)
- Three dots: 200°C (392°F)

6. Professional Cleaning Symbols
A circle indicates the possibility of professional cleaning. A single bar below the symbol means gentle cleaning, and two bars indicate very gentle cleaning.
6.1. Dry Cleaning
The letters “P” and “F” inside the circle represent different solvents used in professional dry cleaning.

6.2. Wet Cleaning

7. High-Quality Label Printing in Ho Chi Minh City
Yung Chang is a company specializing in woven labels for major brands. Recognizing the need to meet the production demands of small and medium-sized businesses, Yung Chang has expanded its production to offer fabric label printing in small quantities. Yung Chang can produce labels in any color as requested by customers, with a design accuracy of 85-90%.
In today’s economic climate, finding low-cost suppliers is essential for maintaining revenue for private businesses.
8. Conclusion
Understanding the meaning of symbols on clothing labels not only helps you properly care for and maintain your garments but also extends product lifespan, saves costs, and protects the environment. From washing, bleaching, drying, and ironing to professional cleaning, each symbol is a key to using your clothing correctly.
Additionally, with the support of Yung Chang—a professional provider of high-quality woven labels and fabric label printing in Ho Chi Minh City—businesses, from large to small, can have access to professional labels that meet all design and quantity requirements. In the current economic context, partnering with a reputable supplier like Yung Chang not only ensures quality but also offers a cost-effective solution, helping businesses maintain their competitive advantage and achieve sustainable growth.