1.1 This terminology identifies industrial terms related to stitches and seams that are used for the assembly of textile structures.

1.2 Section 3, Terminology, is categorized into two subsections, specific to the two areas of specialization under this document.

1.2.1 Section 3.1 Relating to Seams.

1.2.2 Section 3.2 Relating to Stitches.

1.3 For other terms relating to textiles refer to Terminology D123.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.