(1) A tag for a second hand article shall be:
- (a) a minimum of two inches by three inches;
- (b) yellow on both sides of the tag;
- (c) made of material that cannot be easily torn;
- (d) printed in English;
- (e) printed in black ink;
- (f) printed clearly and legibly; and
- (g) firmly attached to the article.
- (2) The required information shall be printed on one side of the tag, with the opposite side remaining blank.
(3) A second hand tag shall contain the following information, in order:
- (a) the phrase "UNDER PENALTY OF LAW THIS TAG NOT TO BE REMOVED EXCEPT BY THE CONSUMER" in bold at the top of the label in capital letters, no less than 1/8 inch in height;
- (b) the phrase, "THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS SECOND HAND MATERIAL CONSISTING OF CONTENTS UNKNOWN". The words "SECONDHAND MATERIAL" and "CONTENTS UNKNOWN" shall be in capital letters, size not less than 1/8 inches in height;
- (c) the phrase, "Certification is made that the materials in this article are described in accordance with law"; and
- (d) the store name and complete corporate address.
- (4) A tag shall be easily accessible to the consumer for examination.
- (5) A tag may not contain marks, labels, printed matter, illustrations, stickers, or any other device.
KEY: inspections, labeling, quality control, registration, bedding, upholstered furniture, law labels, filling material
Date of Last Change: December 22, 2025
Notice of Continuation: May 7, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 4-10-103