Tvättkrav

Tvättkrav is a Swedish term meaning "washing requirements" and is used to describe the conditions under which items or services must be washed or laundered to meet hygiene, safety, or operational criteria. The term is commonly encountered in procurement, textile services, hospitality, healthcare, and food handling, where clear laundering specifications are essential for compliance and quality control.

In practice, tvättkrav specify factors such as washing temperature, cycle length, permitted detergents or disinfectants, drying methods, and documentation of the laundering process. They may apply to uniforms and other workwear, table linens, towels, and healthcare textiles, either for in-house laundry, outsourced laundry services, or rental garments. Tvättkrav are typically included in tender documents, supplier agreements, or product labeling, and are supported by washing instructions that accompany goods or services.

Implementation often requires verification through audits, certifications, or traceable process records. Compliance supports hygiene, color retention, garment life, and operational costs, but higher washing temperatures or intensive cycles also raise environmental considerations such as energy and water use and microfiber release from textiles.

Because tvättkrav depend on context, industry guidelines, and local regulations, they are not standardized across sectors. Clarity in contract language and accompanying tvättinstruktioner helps ensure that both buyers and suppliers meet expectations.