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Textile Labelling: Carpet

A pile and backing Carpet Illustration

Example:

This carpet is made of wool with a backing of jute. It is cut to specification.

Note that the fibre content information may be declared on the invoice or other documentation given to the consumer, provided that the consumer has had an opportunity to view a properly labelled sample or swatch.

Any of these fibre content declarations would be acceptable:
Note: The fibre content information must generally be bilingual.
Pile:
100% wool
All wool
exclusive of backing
100% wool
exclusive of backing
Pile:
100% wool
Back:
100% jute

For more information on carpeting products see the General Worksheet.

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