What counts as a textile product
Rules apply to most textile products with 80% fibre content, with bespoke items and certain goods exempt from fibre‑labelling requirements.
The regulations apply to any products made entirely from textile fibres, whether raw, semi-worked, manufactured or made-up. This applies no matter how the fibres are mixed or put together.
In addition, the following items are considered textile products:
- items with at least 80% fibre content by weight
- furniture coverings, umbrella coverings and sunshade coverings with at least 80% textile content
- multi-layer floor coverings, mattress coverings and camping goods coverings where the upper layer includes at least 80% textile fibres
- products with textile components that are integral to their structure
Exemption for customised items
The regulations exclude bespoke products, such as one-off items made by self-employed tailors or independent makers, even if made from donated or gifted fabrics.
Products that are exempt
There are some products that do not require fibre content labelling requirements, including:
- textile watch straps
- labels and badges
- tea cosy covers
- make-up or toiletry bag
- sleeve protectors
- artificial flowers
- pin cushions
- painted canvas
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