# US Apparel Label Maker and Checker

StoreCalc drafts English labels for ordinary apparel and home textiles sold in the US, checks composition, origin, responsible business and care fields, and flags POD relabeling and children’s tracking-label requirements. Rules checked October 23, 2026.

Rules checked: 2026-10-23. Verify example care settings against finished-product evidence; this page does not certify compliance.

https://storecalc.com/en/label/

Required fixes: 1 (Responsible business); correct the draft before making labels.

## English label draft

100% Cotton
Made in China
Machine wash cold. Do not bleach. Tumble dry low. Cool iron. Do not iron print.

## Checklist
- Must fix: Enter a responsible business name or RN. [identity](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.19)
- Advice / manual review: Apply the center-neck location rule and put origin on the label front. [neck](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.15(b))
- Advice / manual review: Care settings are examples, not inferred from fiber. Reliable evidence must support all instructions and warnings for the finished item, including print and components. This tool does not test products. [basis](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule)
- Advice / manual review: Warn against reasonably expected harmful steps. Do not iron print is a proposed default for printed products, subject to finished-product evidence. Wash with like colors is not mandatory for every item. [warnings](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.6(b)(1)(v))
- Advice / manual review: Apparel care labels must stay attached and legible throughout useful life, whether printed or sewn. Textile identification labels have separate §303.15(a) attachment rules; do not apply the care-label lifetime rule indiscriminately to home textiles. [durable](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.1(a))

Chief fiber is only a classification starting point; review ties and sectional products. Unsupported origins / fibers are not passed on. The next page’s defaults do not describe your product.

[Next: estimate duty with the product, chief fiber and origin](../tariff/?item=t-shirt&fiber=cotton&o=china)

## How it works
Check each section’s fiber-weight total, merge generic names, then sort descending. Fibers below 5% without a confirmed functional exception are grouped last. Care appears as wash, bleach, dry, iron, dryclean and warnings. This order is our formatting convention, not a claim of legally mandated order. Missing percentages are never filled automatically, and laboratory tolerances do not excuse incomplete inputs.

## Try an example:
- [Cotton POD tee, Nicaragua, relabeled](?item=t-shirt&body=%5B%5B%22cotton%22%2C%22100%22%2Cfalse%5D%5D&lining=%5B%5D&trim=%5B%5D&o=nicaragua&country=&rn=&company=&wash=machine&temp=cold&bleach=no&dry=low&iron=low&dryclean=omit&warnings=&print=yes&printwarn=yes&labeltype=printed&relabel=yes&kids=no&neck=auto&originneck=no)
- [60/40 cotton/poly hoodie, China](?item=sweatshirt-hoodie&body=%5B%5B%22cotton%22%2C%2260%22%2Cfalse%5D%2C%5B%22polyester%22%2C%2240%22%2Cfalse%5D%5D&lining=%5B%5D&trim=%5B%5D&o=china&country=&rn=&company=&wash=machine&temp=cold&bleach=no&dry=low&iron=low&dryclean=omit&warnings=&print=yes&printwarn=yes&labeltype=sewn&relabel=no&kids=no&neck=auto&originneck=no)
- [95/5 cotton/spandex baby bodysuit, Bangladesh](?item=baby-knit&body=%5B%5B%22cotton%22%2C%2295%22%2Cfalse%5D%2C%5B%22spandex%22%2C%225%22%2Ctrue%5D%5D&lining=%5B%5D&trim=%5B%5D&o=bangladesh&country=&rn=&company=&wash=machine&temp=cold&bleach=no&dry=low&iron=low&dryclean=omit&warnings=&print=yes&printwarn=yes&labeltype=sewn&relabel=no&kids=no&neck=auto&originneck=no)
- [Polyester throw, China](?item=blanket&body=%5B%5B%22polyester%22%2C%22100%22%2Cfalse%5D%5D&lining=%5B%5D&trim=%5B%5D&o=china&country=&rn=&company=&wash=machine&temp=cold&bleach=no&dry=low&iron=no&dryclean=omit&warnings=&print=no&printwarn=yes&labeltype=side&relabel=no&kids=no&neck=auto&originneck=no)

### composition: Composition and order

Enter a complete 100% fiber-weight composition per section. This tool merges duplicates, sorts by weight and puts other fiber(s) last. The total is an arithmetic check, not a laboratory tolerance ruling.

> The generic names and percentages by weight of the constituent fibers present in the textile fiber product, excluding permissive ornamentation, in amounts of 5 percent or more and any fibers disclosed in accordance with § 303.3(a) shall appear in order of predominance by weight with any percentage of fiber or fibers required to be designated as “other fiber” or “other fibers” appearing last.

[composition](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.16(a)(1)) — 2026-10-23

### minor: Fibers below 5%

Fibers below 5% must normally be other fiber / other fibers. Individual disclosure is allowed for a clearly established, definite function at that amount. Confirm the basis per row, e.g. spandex for stretch; the tool does not infer it.

> Except as permitted in sections 4(b)(1) and 4(b)(2) of the Act, as amended, no fiber present in the amount of less than 5 percent of the total fiber weight shall be designated by its generic name or fiber trademark in disclosing the constituent fibers in required information, but shall be designated as “other fiber.” When more than one of such fibers are present in a product, they shall be designated in the aggregate as “other fibers.” Provided, however, that nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting the disclosure of any fiber present in a textile fiber product which has a clearly established and definite functional significance when present in the amount contained in such product, as for example:

[minor](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.3(a)) — 2026-10-23

### generic: Generic names

Use generic fiber names, not a fiber trademark alone. This version outputs Rayon for modal / lyocell and Polyester for recycled polyester, without additional recycled-content or brand claims.

> A non-deceptive fiber trademark may be used on a label in conjunction with the generic name of the fiber to which it relates. Where such a trademark is placed on a label in conjunction with the required information, the generic name of the fiber must appear in immediate conjunction therewith, and such trademark and generic name must appear in type or lettering of equal size and conspicuousness.

[generic](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.17(a)) — 2026-10-23

### fiber_names: Fiber definitions

Use generic names for natural fibers and §303.7 definitions for manufactured fibers. This is a common-name subset. Lyocell is an allowed name within the Rayon definition; the modal option is treated as regenerated cellulose.

> Rayon. A manufactured fiber composed of regenerated cellulose, as well as manufactured fibers composed of regenerated cellulose in which substituents have replaced not more than 15% of the hydrogens of the hydroxyl groups. Where the fiber is composed of cellulose precipitated from an organic solution in which no substitution of the hydroxyl groups takes place and no chemical intermediates are formed, the term lyocell may be used as a generic description of the fiber.

[fiber_names](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.7(d)) — 2026-10-23

### english: English disclosures

Required disclosures must be in English. The generated text is English in both interface languages.

> All required information shall be set out in the English language. If the required information appears in a language other than English, it also shall appear in the English language.

[english](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.4) — 2026-10-23

### origin: Country of origin

Imported products must name the actual country in English; Imported alone is insufficient. Manufacturing origin is not the shipping location. Complex origin determinations are outside this tool.

> The English name of the country where the imported textile fiber product was processed or manufactured shall be used.

[origin](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.33(e)) — 2026-10-23

### usa: US manufacture claims

Distinguish wholly US-made products of US materials from US manufacture using imported fabric. Selecting USA does not establish eligibility; printing an imported finished garment in the US alone does not justify changing its origin. Review mixed-country processing separately.

> Each textile fiber product completely made in the United States of materials that were made in the United States shall be labeled using the term Made in U.S.A. or some other clear and equivalent term.
> Each textile fiber product made in the United States, either in whole or in part of imported materials, shall contain a label disclosing these facts; for example:
> Made in USA of imported fabric

[usa](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.33) — 2026-10-23

### flat_origin: Fabric origin for flat goods

Certain flat goods, including sheets, towels and scarves, also need fabric-origin information under Customs requirements. US manufacture with imported fabric for home textiles / scarves requires separate review here.

> Manufacturers should be aware that for certain products — including sheets, towels, comforters, handkerchiefs, scarves, napkins and other “flat” goods — Customs requires identification of the country where the fabric was made.

[flat_origin](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-textile-wool-acts) — 2026-10-23

### neck: Origin label location

On garments with a neck, origin belongs inside the center neck between shoulder seams or close to another label there. A side-seam label alone is insufficient. Origin must be on the front of its label.

> Each textile fiber product with a neck must have a label disclosing the country of origin affixed to the inside center of the neck midway between the shoulder seams or in close proximity to another label affixed to the inside center of the neck.
> The country of origin disclosure must always appear on the front side of the label.

[neck](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.15(b)) — 2026-10-23

### identity: Responsible business

Supply an actual RN or the name under which the company does business; both are not required. No RN validity / ownership lookup or trademark-name exception assessment is performed.

> The name required by the Act to be used on labels shall be the name under which the person is doing business.
> Registered identification numbers, as provided for in § 303.20 of this part, may be used for identification purposes in lieu of the required name.

[identity](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.19) — 2026-10-23

### relabel: Replacing labels

A replacement must preserve required information and identify the relabeler by its own name or RN. Relabeling triggers a review reminder; blank-garment information is not inferred.

> Under the Textile Act, it is illegal for retailers to remove labels with required information from the garments they offer for sale without replacing them. If a retailer removes any label with required information, it must substitute another label with its own name or RN and the other required information that appeared on the original label.

[relabel](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-textile-wool-acts) — 2026-10-23

### records: Relabeling records

Keep the removed-label information and the identity of the business supplying the product for at least three years.

> Any person substituting a stamp, tag, label, or other identification pursuant to section 5(b) of the Act shall keep such records as will show the information set forth on the stamp, tag, label, or other identification that he removed and the name or names of the person or persons from whom such textile fiber product was received.
> The records required to be maintained pursuant to the provisions of this rule shall be preserved for at least three years.

[records](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.39) — 2026-10-23

### care: Regular care procedure

Apparel normally needs one complete washing or drycleaning procedure. Washing needs a method, appropriate temperature and drying method; enter bleach and iron restrictions according to actual risks. A drycleaning alternative is not mandatory for washable garments. Uncleanable products are outside this version.

> Care labels must state what regular care is needed for the ordinary use of the product. In general, labels for textile wearing apparel must have either a washing instruction or a drycleaning instruction.
> If either washing or drycleaning can be used on the product, the label need have only one of these instructions.
> The label must state whether the product should be washed by hand or machine. The label must also state a water temperature—in terms such as cold, warm, or hot—that may be used.
> The label must state whether the product should be dried by machine or by some other method. If machine drying is called for, the label must also state a drying temperature that may be used.
> Ironing must be mentioned on a label only if it will be needed on a regular basis to preserve the appearance of the product, or if it is required under paragraph (b)(1)(v) of this section, Warnings.
> If all commercially available bleaches would harm the product when used on a regular basis, the label must say “No bleach” or “Do not bleach.”
> If regular use of chlorine bleach would harm the product, but regular use of a non-chlorine bleach would not, the label must say “Only non-chlorine bleach, when needed.”
> If a drycleaning instruction is included on the label, it must also state at least one type of solvent that may be used. However, if all commercially available types of solvent can be used, the label need not mention any types of solvent.

[care](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.6(b)) — 2026-10-23

### warnings: Care warnings

Warn against reasonably expected harmful steps. Do not iron print is a proposed default for printed products, subject to finished-product evidence. Wash with like colors is not mandatory for every item.

> If there is any part of the prescribed washing procedure which consumers can reasonably be expected to use that would harm the product or others being washed with it in one or more washings, the label must contain a warning to this effect. The warning must use words “Do not,” “No,” “Only,” or some other clear wording.

[warnings](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.6(b)(1)(v)) — 2026-10-23

### basis: Care evidence

Care settings are examples, not inferred from fiber. Reliable evidence must support all instructions and warnings for the finished item, including print and components. This tool does not test products.

> You must have a reasonable basis for all care instructions and warnings — that is, reliable evidence to support the care instructions.
> When a garment contains several components, you must have reliable evidence showing that the entire garment won’t be damaged when cleaned as directed.

[basis](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule) — 2026-10-23

### durable: Care-label durability

Apparel care labels must stay attached and legible throughout useful life, whether printed or sewn. Textile identification labels have separate §303.15(a) attachment rules; do not apply the care-label lifetime rule indiscriminately to home textiles.

> Care label means a permanent label or tag, containing regular care information and instructions, that is attached or affixed in such a manner that it will not become separated from the product and will remain legible during the useful life of the product.

[durable](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.1(a)) — 2026-10-23

### legible: Legibility and attachment

Required information must be legible, conspicuous and accessible; fiber disclosures use equally sized, conspicuous lettering. Identification labels must remain attached through delivery to the consumer. No invented minimum font size.

> All parts of the required information shall be set forth in such a manner as to be clearly legible, conspicuous, and readily accessible to the prospective purchaser. All parts of the fiber content information shall appear in type or lettering of equal size and conspicuousness.
> A label is required to be affixed to each textile product and, where required, to its package or container in a secure manner. Such label shall be conspicuous and shall be of such durability as to remain attached to the product and its package throughout any distribution, sale, resale and until sold and delivered to the ultimate consumer.

[legible](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303) — 2026-10-23

### sections: Separate sections

Different compositions may be listed by Body, Lining and Trim, each totaling 100%; separate disclosure is required to avoid deception. Warmth linings / filling need separate disclosure. Trim exemptions and pile-to-backing ratios are not decided here.

> If linings, interlinings, fillings or paddings — including metallic-coated textile linings and linings or fillings that contain any amount of wool — are incorporated for warmth, their fiber must be disclosed as a sectional disclosure.
> Sectional disclosure is required if necessary to avoid deception.

[sections](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-textile-wool-acts) — 2026-10-23

### kids: Children’s tracking labels

Children’s products need a separate CPSIA §103 tracking-label review: permanent product and packaging marks, to the extent practicable, identifying the responsible business, production place / date and batch. This tool does not generate tracking marks or a CPC.

> The tracking label requirement mandates that the following items of information be ascertainable from the permanent, distinguishing marks on the children’s product and its packaging (to the extent practicable):
> Manufacturer/importer or private labeler name
> Location and date of production
> Detailed information on the manufacturing process (e.g., batch or run number) or other identifying characteristics
> Any other information to facilitate ascertaining the specific source of the product (e.g., address of the manufacturing plant)

[kids](https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/tracking-label) — 2026-10-23

### sleepwear: Children’s sleepwear review

If sold as children’s sleepwear, separately review flammability, sizing, hang-tag and label requirements. An infant or snug-fit name alone establishes no exception. Flammability compliance is outside this page.

> The fabric and finished garments of children’s sleepwear subject to the standards must pass certain flammability tests. See the following section for products that meet the definitions of “infant garments” and “tight-fitting garments”, which are considered excepted from children’s sleepwear flammability testing requirements.

[sleepwear](https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/Flammable-Fabrics-Act) — 2026-10-23

### wool: Wool scope limit

Ordinary apparel / blankets containing any wool need a Wool Act review. Wool stays named, including below 5%, but full wool-label compliance is not checked here.

> Most products that contain any amount of wool — including clothing, blankets, fabrics, yarns and other items — are covered by the Wool Act and Wool Rules.

[wool](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-textile-wool-acts) — 2026-10-23

### scope: Care-rule scope

The Care Labeling Rule covers apparel and certain apparel piece goods, not ordinary home textiles; home-textile care is advisory here. Hats, bags, ties and unspecified products do not receive a full compliance check.

> Textile Wearing Apparel means any finished garment or article of clothing made from a textile product that is customarily used to cover or protect any part of the body, including hosiery, excluding footwear, gloves, hats or other articles used exclusively to cover or protect the head or hands.

[scope](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.1(g)) — 2026-10-23

### words: Care instructions in words

Accurate, complete words may be used for care instructions; symbols are optional. This tool does not draw ASTM / GINETEX symbols or establish licensing rights.

> Any appropriate terms may be used on care labels or care instructions so long as they clearly and accurately describe regular care procedures and otherwise fulfill the requirements of this regulation.

[words](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#section-423.2) — 2026-10-23

## Questions

### Can I replace the original label with my own?
A replacement must preserve required information and identify the relabeler by its own name or RN. Relabeling triggers a review reminder; blank-garment information is not inferred. Replacing labels

### Do I have to get an RN?
Supply an actual RN or the name under which the company does business; both are not required. No RN validity / ownership lookup or trademark-name exception assessment is performed. Responsible business

### Can I name 4% spandex?
Fibers below 5% must normally be other fiber / other fibers. Individual disclosure is allowed for a clearly established, definite function at that amount. Confirm the basis per row, e.g. spandex for stretch; the tool does not infer it. Fibers below 5%

### Can origin go only on the side-seam label?
On garments with a neck, origin belongs inside the center neck between shoulder seams or close to another label there. A side-seam label alone is insufficient. Origin must be on the front of its label. Origin label location

### Are care symbols mandatory?
Accurate, complete words may be used for care instructions; symbols are optional. This tool does not draw ASTM / GINETEX symbols or establish licensing rights. Care instructions in words

### Does printing in the US make an imported garment US-made?
Distinguish wholly US-made products of US materials from US manufacture using imported fabric. Selecting USA does not establish eligibility; printing an imported finished garment in the US alone does not justify changing its origin. Review mixed-country processing separately. US manufacture claims

### Is this label enough for a children’s product?
Children’s products need a separate CPSIA §103 tracking-label review: permanent product and packaging marks, to the extent practicable, identifying the responsible business, production place / date and batch. This tool does not generate tracking marks or a CPC. Children’s tracking labels

### Can I use it directly for home textiles or wool?
The Care Labeling Rule covers apparel and certain apparel piece goods, not ordinary home textiles; home-textile care is advisory here. Hats, bags, ties and unspecified products do not receive a full compliance check. Ordinary apparel / blankets containing any wool need a Wool Act review. Wool stays named, including below 5%, but full wool-label compliance is not checked here. Care-rule scope

## Have an AI assistant review it

Review this US label draft from StoreCalc: https://storecalc.com/en/label/
Rules checked: 2026-10-23.
100% Cotton
Made in China
Machine wash cold. Do not bleach. Tumble dry low. Cool iron. Do not iron print.
Open the official sources below. Check composition, origin, responsible business, relabeling, care evidence and children’s scope. Do not treat this draft as certification or infer care settings from fiber.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.16(a)(1)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.3(a)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.17(a)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.7(d)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.4
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.33(e)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.33
https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/threading-your-way-through-labeling-requirements-under-textile-wool-acts
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#p-303.15(b)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.19
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303#section-303.39
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.6(b)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.6(b)(1)(v)
https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/clothes-captioning-complying-care-labeling-rule
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.1(a)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-303
https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/tracking-label
https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/Flammable-Fabrics-Act
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#p-423.1(g)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-423#section-423.2