Labels are not just branding, they carry legal requirements. Selling accessories in Australia means meeting labelling rules around fibre content, care and country of origin. Here is a plain-English guide to staying compliant.
Fibre content requirements
Products generally need to disclose their fibre content accurately, telling the customer what the item is made from. Getting this right matters both legally and for customer trust. Your manufacturer should know the fibre composition precisely, because it comes from the materials they source.
Care labelling
Care instructions tell customers how to wash and care for the product, which protects both them and you from damage caused by incorrect care. Clear, accurate care labels reduce complaints and returns, and are expected on most textile products.
Country of origin
Country of origin labelling tells customers where the product was made, and there are rules about how this is represented. Accurate origin labelling is both a legal matter and, increasingly, something customers care about.
Practical compliance tips
Work with a manufacturer who understands these requirements and can label correctly as part of production, rather than leaving you to retrofit compliance. This guide is general information rather than legal advice, so confirm specifics for your products. Engelite labels to requirement as part of the process. Let's make sure your range is compliant from the start.