AATCC, headquartered in Research Triangle Park, Durham, N.C., USA, provides test method development, quality control materials, and professional networking for thousands of members throughout the world.

AATCC has developed more than 200 textile-related standards, including test methods, evaluation procedures, and monographs.

During the first three years, each new standard is reviewed annually, at which time, on recommendation of the research committee and approval by TCR, it may be reaffirmed, revised, or withdrawn.

[4]) AATCC provides test method training at its laboratories, at members’ facilities, online, and in more than 10 countries around the globe.

The association conducts educational programs, such as workshops, seminars, conferences, webinars, and online instruction, on various aspects of textiles.

[36] Together with its counterpart in the United Kingdom, the Society of Dyers and Colourists,[37] AATCC maintains the Colour Index,[38] an international reference database of pigments and dyes.

Local sections and student chapters are formed by association members located in a particular geographical area.

Sections and chapters further the exchange of textile information by arranging local meetings, lectures, and other technical or social activities.

The Concept 2 Consumer (C2C) Interest Group focuses on the creation of textiles and textile-containing products, from design to retail.

Areas of interest include modifications of existing structures and the creation of unique chemical-, polymer-, and fiber-based materials.

AATCC Review covers fibers to finished products, and chemical synthesis to retail practices.

AATCC student chapters organize activities within their universities or participate in section and Association-wide programs.