American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists

Description

The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit professional association founded in 1921 by Dr. Louis Atwell Olney. Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA, AATCC serves textile professionals worldwide by providing test method development, quality control materials, educational resources, and professional networking opportunities. The association is internationally recognized for its standard test methods used to assess textile materials and apparel, covering areas such as wet processing, dyeing, care, and biological properties. AATCC also publishes the AATCC Review, a bi-monthly magazine featuring technical articles and industry news, and organizes workshops, symposia, and international conferences to promote knowledge exchange within the textile industry.