About the Textile Fiber Content Label (US/EU)
Accurate fiber composition disclosure is a strict legal requirement enforced by customs and consumer protection agencies globally. Tailored for fashion brands and importers, our textile fiber content label generator formats your material breakdowns to comply with the US TFPIA and EU Regulation 1007/2011. Easily compile exact fiber percentages, country of origin, and registered identification numbers.
How it works
- Select your target market (US or EU) to load specific naming conventions.
- Input the exact percentages of each fiber present in the garment, ensuring they total 100%.
- Provide the legally required Country of Origin (e.g., 'Made in Italy').
- Enter your company's RN (Registered Identification Number) or WPL number if operating in the US.
- Export the compliant fiber breakdown layout for your sewn-in tag.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to list every fiber in the garment?
Under US law, fibers present in amounts of 5% or more must be declared by their generic names. Fibers under 5% can be listed as 'Other Fiber,' unless they have functional significance, like spandex for elasticity.
What is an RN number and is it required?
A Registered Identification Number (RN) is issued by the FTC to US businesses that manufacture, import, or sell textile products. It can be used on labels instead of the full company name to satisfy the manufacturer identification requirement.
Can I use trade names like 'Lycra' instead of 'Elastane'?
You must use the generic fiber name (e.g., elastane or spandex). You may place a registered trade name alongside the generic name, but the generic term is legally required.
Are trims and linings included in the fiber percentage?
Linings that provide warmth must be labeled separately. Trims, bindings, and small details that do not exceed 15% of the surface area are generally exempt from the fiber percentage calculation.
References
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) — Textile Fiber Products Identification Act (TFPIA).
- Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 — European Parliament rules on textile fibre names and related labelling of textile products.