Care and composition labelling on your products

Why Textile Labelling Matters

Wolf & Badger is an international marketplace, which means your products may be sold to customers in the UK, European Union, United States and other global markets.

Different countries have different textile labelling requirements. Ensuring your products are correctly labelled helps you:

• Comply with local legislation
• Give customers clear and accurate product information
• Reduce customer complaints and returns
• Avoid customs or regulatory issues

This guide provides an overview of the key requirements for our primary markets. As the manufacturer or seller, you are responsible for ensuring your products comply with all applicable laws in the countries where they are sold.

Labelling Requirements by Region

United States (US)

• Country of origin (mandatory for all goods)
  • State the country of origin, which is where the product was made. Eg. (Made in the U.S.)

• Composition Label (mandatory for clothing):

  • Must comply with the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act.

  • Must state:

    • Exact fiber content (e.g., 100% Cotton)

    • Manufacturer or importer name/registration (RN number)

• Care Label (Mandatory for clothing):

  • Governed by the Care Labeling Rule (16 CFR 423).

  • Must include at least one safe cleaning method (washing, drying, ironing, etc.).

• Placement & Format:

  • Labels must be permanent, legible, and securely attached to the product.

United Kingdom (UK) & European Union (EU)

• Country of Origin (Mandatory for all products):

• • State the country of origin, which is where the product was made. Eg. (Made in the U.S.)
• Fibre Composition (Mandatory):
  
  Most textile products sold in the UK and EU must include a permanent fibre composition label.
  
  The label should:
  • State the fibre composition using recognised fibre names
  • List fibres in descending order by percentage
  • Accurately reflect the product's composition
    
    For example:
    100% Cotton
    70% Wool, 30% Polyester

• Care Label (Not Mandatory but Recommended):

  • No legal requirement for care labels, but highly recommended to prevent consumer complaints.

  • Industry standards (e.g., ISO 3758 for care symbols) should be followed.

Additional Labelling Considerations

• Accessories: Items like gloves, scarves, and hats may have different labelling rules.

• Leather & Faux Leather: Should indicate material authenticity (e.g., “Genuine Leather” vs. “PU Leather”).

Best Practices for Textile Labelling Compliance

✔ Work with compliant manufacturers that follow regional labelling laws.
✔ Ensure labels are durable and legible throughout the product’s lifespan.
✔ Follow industry standards for care symbols and material identification.
✔ Regularly check for regulatory updates in key markets to stay compliant.
✔ Provide details in your product listings that match physical label information.