Quiz 5 Flashcards
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Enforces federal anti-trust and consumer protection laws
Textile Fiber Products Identification Act (TFPIA)
Requires accurate disclosure on labels for fiber content, manufacturer or importer identification, and country of origin
Brand or RN/WPL numbers
Identifies maker of the garment
WPL
Wool Products Label
Country of origin
Country where garment is produced
Exclusive of decoration
Can be used when trim (decoration) is less than 15% of the surface area of the garment/item
Exclusive of ornamentation
Used when ornamentation is an integral part of the fabric and does not exceed 5% of the fabric weight
Care labeling rule
Requires apparel to carry a permanently affixed label with instructions for regular car and is regulated by the FTC
Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC)
A division of the FTC that oversees that regulations for children’s apparel and sleepwear as well as wearing apparel for all ages meets or exceeds the Flammable Fabrics Act requirements