If you are importing textile products into the United States, it's important to be aware of the following labeling requirements
- Country of Origin: All products imported into the US, including textile products, must be marked with the country of origin. This marking must be permanent and legible and must be easily visible to the ultimate purchaser or consumer.
- Textile, Wool, and Fur Acts: Importers and manufacturers of textile products that are covered by the Textile, Wool, and Fur Acts must also meet additional federal labeling requirements to sell their goods in the US. These requirements are enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
There are slightly different rules for labeling apparel, footwear, products of fur, and products of faux fur. It's important to familiarize yourself with these rules to ensure that you comply with all applicable labeling requirements.
For apparel products, labels must include:
- A complete breakdown of the fiber content
- Country of origin or manufacture
- Identity of the manufacturer
Labels must also include detailed care instructions that describe:
- The regular care needed for the product
- The care needed for the ordinary use of the product
The label must be attached permanently to the product. In some cases, the importer may use their Registered Identification Number (RN) instead of their name on the label. RNs are issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to U.S. businesses that manufacture, import, distribute, or sell products covered by the Textile, Wool, and Fur Acts.
It's important to ensure that your labels meet all applicable labeling requirements to sell your products in the US. Failing to comply with these requirements can result in penalties or other enforcement actions.
For footwear products, labels must include the country of origin. This information must be included on the label and must be permanent and legible, making it easily visible to the ultimate purchaser or consumer.
It's important to ensure that your labels meet all applicable labeling requirements to sell your products in the US. Failing to comply with these requirements can result in penalties or other enforcement actions.
For products that contain fur, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires a permanent label to be affixed to the product. This includes clothing, footwear, and accessories. The label must include the following information:
- The animal name
- The name or Registered Identification Number (RN) of the manufacturer, importer, marketer, or distributor
- The country of origin of the fur, written as "Fur Origin: [Country]"
- Whether or not the fur has been pointed, dyed, bleached, or artificially colored
- If the fur product is composed in whole or in substantial part (greater than 10%) of pieces
- If the fur is used or damaged
- The fiber content of any other material used in the product
Labeling requirements for faux fur products can vary depending on the product type and the state in which it will be sold.
For apparel products, several states have regulations that require the label to clearly state that the item is made of faux fur and to include the actual material content.
For footwear products, some states may require the label to identify the product as having faux fur, but the label may not be required to list the actual material content.
It's important to be aware of the specific labeling requirements for the products you are importing and the states in which they will be sold. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in fines and may require you to ship the goods back to your supplier at your own expense.