Knit scarf exempt from permanent label rule?

[Former_Member]

So am I correct in thinking that knit scarves do not need attached permanent labels to comply with CPSIA/FTC laws? I'm thinking this because in the exemption list is...
"Totally reversible clothing without pockets."
That would be a scarf, right? I wouldn't want to have a label showing on a scarf as you can see both sides when you wear it.

Unfortunately I still have to figure out how to make my labels and where to attach them for all the gloves I've knit!

I knit up a whole slew of things and didn't realize until I came to set up shop that labels are required. Nothing is ever easy is it? I was hoping to make a little quick money. I already have people who have expressed interested in purchasing them but now I have to label them before putting them up for sale! *sigh*

[Former_Member]

From what I've read, yarns (other than the metallics) are exempt from the CPSIA testing.

However, if you are creating garments (and a scarf is probably included in that category) you do have to comply with the FTC labelling requirements, whether its for a child or not.

[Former_Member]

Here is the basic document.
http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus21-threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-texti...

[Former_Member]

But here http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus50-clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule
It says "Totally reversible clothing without pockets". As well as shoes,gloves,hats are all exempt.
Which leads me to think scarves and gloves would be exempt under basic FTC laws.
But it all goes out the window if there's wool?
Also putting a label on a scarf is unsightly. No one wants a label showing on their scarf. So wouldn't that "ruin" my final product?

[LazyTcrochet]

It says that reversible items like scarves and shawls "...don't need permanent care labels, but must have conspicuous temporary labels at the point of sale"
You can use a hang tag with all the information on it.

[FayeMaloneDesigns]

But wool will require a label. I have wool scarves, and everyone of them has a wool mark label.

[Former_Member]

I've purchased wool scarves and seen the wool label was sewn on with a stitch or two at each corner of the label - easy to snip the threads and remove the label. Would that be a solution for your scarves?

[MegnificentCo]

marking for later

[Former_Member]

Woohoo! Ok, I just got off the phone with the FTC. They told me that scarves and gloves are exempt from having to have a permanent label. Even if there is wool!!!!! A temporary sale label is sufficient for scarves and gloves regardless of fiber!
Good news for knitters!

[Former_Member]

Just wanted to add that I did not check if children's items are different. I would suggest calling direct if your items are geared toward the younger set.

[Former_Member]

By the way, thank you everyone for your answers. I decided to call direct so the onus would be on them.

[Former_Member]

Wow! I was surprised by what they told you about wool. I always thought wool finished products always required a label. I am always learning.

[Former_Member]

I thought the same thing Crafts. I must've repeated several times "So, even if it's wool I can just have a temporary tag...no permanent?", "Even if it's wool?", "But there's wool in it, so you're sure????".
I think the guy was getting irritated with me. I must've reworded it 10 times before I was satisfied. lol

[Former_Member]

I think I may write a letter just so I can get an answer in writing. Just to be sure I didn't get false information from him. He did put me on hold to check with someone else so I'm assuming the info is correct but I want to be absolutely sure and protect myself.

[Former_Member]

For my scarves i also add a hang tag with yarn components and washing instructions. Very easy for the buyer to remove before wearing.

[Former_Member]

I do the same thing as Ala. Silk is difficult to attach tags to and you definately don't want some unsightly thing ruining it! My tags have fiber content as well as care instructions on it, attached with a thin straight pin, so it's really easy to remove and doesn't leave a mark on the silk. :)

[Nikifashion]

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[Former_Member]

Wow, I've never heard of this! I'll definitely be re-reading that article!

[Former_Member]

can someone explain what info you would need to put on a temporary label at time of sale. thanks

[Former_Member]

Thanks so much for the clarity... this was the first I'd heard of labelling my knitted items and was a bit confused!

[Former_Member]

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[Former_Member]

marybeadz says:
can someone explain what info you would need to put on a temporary label at time of sale. thanks
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Second this.

[Former_Member]

Wow, I put temporary tags with fiber content and care instructions on my stuff, but I did it as a convenience to customers. I had no idea it was required. Learn something new every day!

[Former_Member]

Items shipped or delivered in an intermediate stage of production, and not labeled with the required information, must include an invoice disclosing the fiber, country of origin, manufacturer or dealer identity, and the name and address of the person or company issuing the invoice

http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus21-threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-texti... (this is where I copied it from)

So by this you could put it on an invoice but not on the product??????

[Former_Member]

Thank you for this info!