Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Physical Attributes Facet
3. Attributes and Properties (hierarchy name)
4. [attributes and properties by specific type]
5. [physicochemical attributes and properties]

Narrower term/s

• lightfastness
• fugitive (pigment attribute)
• washfastness

Anotations

Scope note:

The property of a coloring matter or material containing a coloring matter to retain its original hue or intensity. Refers especially to the ability to resist running or fading which most frequently results from cleaning or exposure to light.