Product Labelling: Purpose, Requirements, and Limitations

Product Labeling
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Product Labeling
Introduction
Labels are one of the most significant features in products and packages. They are critical in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries. They provide information on the product's brand, manufacturer, expiration date, and proper usage. In addition, labels on consumer products are essential because they instruct other people how to use the items most efficiently.
Product Labels
There are three major types of product labels: brand labels, informative labels, and descriptive labels. Brand labels provide information about the product brand and help communicate specific messages about the product to consumers. Informative labels offer essential information such as instructions on how to use the product, precautionary measures when using the product, first aid information in case of an accident, and ingredients use. Informative labels are usually the most detailed and contain much useful information. Descriptive tags have information about the product, such as the manufacturer’s name, date of expiry, and storage. These labels help consumers understand the units better.
Federal Requirements for Product Labeling
Federal law requires manufacturers to provide accurate label information to help ensure public safety. The law also mandates them to label all hazardous products. Dangerous products include corrosive, explosive, inflammable, radioactive, or poisonous products (Richards & Bourgeois, 2014). The manufacturers should consider its effect on human and animal health and the environment. In products such as pesticides, manufacturers should include the amount that can be fatal to its user, clear instructions on how to use the products, and preventive measures. Moreover, the labels shoul...