What is the quality display method for handmade products? How to make tags necessary for sales
Is quality labeling necessary for handmade products?
Even handmade products made by individuals may require quality labeling. For the following four products, the information stipulated by the "Household Goods Quality Labeling Law" must be specified as quality labeling.
Textiles
This includes clothes and towels. For quality labeling, it is necessary to describe materials and proportions, handling methods such as washing, and water repellency. There are many cases where we handle handmade products, so be sure to check carefully. Clothes such as coats and skirts need to be sewn on, but small items such as handkerchiefs and pouches can be attached to the hang tag.
Miscellaneous Industrial Products
In addition to soaps and bath salts, this includes leather bags, sunglasses, and lacquerware. After textile products, it is often handled by hand, so be sure to check with the relevant person. Please note that the content of labeling obligations differs from product to product.
Synthetic resin processed products
Mainly refers to plastic products such as PET bottles and containers, and is a genre that is rarely handled as a handmade product. Depending on the product, type of material, heat/cold resistance temperature, capacity/size, handling method, etc. are described.
Electrical appliances
Refers to electrical appliances such as washing machines, refrigerators, and air conditioners. There are few cases where we handle handmade products, but if this is the case, please display the quality clearly.
In any case, it is necessary to note that the displayer's name and contact information must be entered. This time, we would like to introduce the quality labeling of textile products, which are handled by a large number of people among handmade products, and whose content is almost uniform.
Are there any products that do not require quality labeling?
There are no legal regulations regarding quality labeling for handmade products that do not meet the above criteria. For example, sandals, eye pillows, hats used for stage costumes, etc. are not subject to the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act, so legally they can be sold without quality labeling.
Is the displayer name necessary?
It is stipulated that the "displayer name" and "contact information" of the quality label must indicate the individual name unless it is a corporation, and the contact information must indicate the landline phone number. I'm here. This means that personal information is disclosed to those who sell handmade works by individuals, and many people may think that they do not want to display it.
For this reason, when displaying quality, if there is an intention to "disclose information without delay if there is an inquiry from a consumer" and if measures are taken to do so, it is not necessarily You do not have to include your address, real name, landline number, etc. This is described in detail in the Consumer Affairs Agency's Guide to the Specified Commercial Transaction Act.
However, in order to respond to inquiries from consumers without delay, don't forget to include contact information that you don't mind disclosing, such as your email address and mobile phone number. .
How to display the quality of handmade clothes
So, what kind of information is needed when actually displaying the quality of handmade clothes? Here, in addition to mandatory items 1 to 4, we will also explain items 5 to 8, which are left to the judgment of the viewer.
[1] Composition of fibers
The types of fibers used and their ratios are indicated in %. The name of each fiber is determined by country, and in Japan, the Consumer Affairs Agency indicates it as a "term indicating the name of the fiber". List them in descending order of percentage as follows:
[2] Handling pictograms
Also known as laundry pictograms, it was changed to a world-wide pictogram from December 2016. It is a very important item in quality labeling because it represents the appropriate care method for textile products. The order of combinations is determined to be arranged from left to right in the following numerical order.
- How to wash
- Whether chlorine bleaching is acceptable
- Drying method (tumble drying possible or not)
- Drying method (natural dry or not)
- How to iron
- Cleaning (dry or not)
- Cleaning (wet or not) >
If any of these seven symbols are omitted, it means that the corresponding process is possible. If there are things that you absolutely must not do, be sure to write down pictorial indications.
[3] Displayer's name or name
The name or trade name of the creator, or the company name in the case of a corporation. In the case of a handmade artist, it refers to an individual name, and as a general rule, common names and nicknames are not allowed. However, if you have the intention and measures to disclose promptly without delay as described above, the contents to be described on the quality label tag may be a handle name or trade name.
[4] Contact information
In principle, either an address or a phone number must be provided. The contents to be described are as follows. However, if you indicate your intention and measures to promptly disclose it, you may include your e-mail address or website URL.
Address
Do not abbreviate from prefecture name to room number, write everything
Telephone number
Write everything from the area code. Toll-free numbers are available, but fax, PHS, mobile phones, etc. are not available.
[5] Product number/size
If the product number and size are indicated, it will be easier to manage the product. Also, it would be nice for the buyer to know the size at a glance.
[6] Text on handling
This is a place to display the content that cannot be conveyed mainly by the laundry picture label. If there is a single word such as "Please dry in the shade" or "Beware of color transfer", it will prevent washing troubles.
[7] Logo
If you have your own logo, use it. It makes it easier for people to remember the name of the artist and the trade name.
[8]Country of origin
Refers to notation such as "MADE IN JAPAN". This is not obligatory, but it's a good idea to include it.
How to make a quality display tag for handmade works
Finally, we will introduce how to make a quality display tag for handmade works. There are two ways to make your own, or to order from a company, so choose whichever you prefer. In either case, in the case of clothes, it is necessary to sew or stick the tags so that they cannot be easily removed.
When making your own
When making your own, it is a good idea to use an inkjet-compatible cloth sheet or cloth sticker. If you have decided on the fabric you want to use, you can also use a method such as silkscreen to make it.
*Silkscreen is a kind of print. A printing technique in which a mesh plate is made and ink is passed only through the holes.
When ordering
You can also order from a printing company that creates labels and names for apparel, or a company that specializes in tag production. Some companies can handle even small lots, so order as many as you need.
Kasugai Co., Ltd.
You can order from 500 yen for 50 sheets. You can choose the material of the tape from nylon or polyester, and you can easily make it by simply entering the content of the quality label on the order site.
Precious Infinity Japan inc.
You can order from 1 sample. If you are unsure about the content of quality labeling, you can consult with a textile product quality control specialist.
Let's observe the quality labeling obligation and sell even handmade products safely and securely
Even for handmade products, it is necessary to properly indicate the content stipulated by the Household Goods Quality Labeling Law. . In addition, from the viewpoint of personal information protection, it is not necessary to publish the address and contact information in the tag, but be prepared to disclose it immediately if there is an inquiry.
The obligation to display the quality is also for the purchaser to use the work comfortably for a long time. By all means, let's use handmade works with correct quality indication.