BS 6585:1985

This standard BS 6585:1985 Guide for comparative testing of performance of detergents for domestic machine dishwashing is classified in these ICS categories:

• 71.100.40 Surface active agents

This International Standard establishes guidelines for carrying out comparative tests on machine dishwashing products solid or liquid, in an attempt to reflect realistically the performance of products likely to be used by consumers.

It lists and defines the performance characteristics considered; it gives details of the variables to be taken into account, indicates their significance and provides a basis for designing adequate comparative test methods.

Tests reflect performance of product used by consumers.