Playing By the Rules
There are also some rules that apply to all children's items, such as inclusion of a tracking label that must include the manufacturer's name, location and date of production, and other identifying information, such as the lot, purchase order, and item numbers. "Tracking label's functions really are to give you the ability to track back the place where it was made and the time it was made," Josh Kasteler, compliance manager for Gemline, Lawrence, Mass., said. "Some companies approach this differently, but it's important that the consumer has some ability to find a way to contact the manufacturer [or] the importer on record."
Amanda L. Cole is the editor-in-chief of NonProfit PRO. She was formerly editor-in-chief of special projects for NonProfit PRO's sister publication, Promo Marketing. Contact her at acole@napco.com.