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Legibility and Location of Labelling Information

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This information is part of the core labelling requirements. Other requirements may also apply for specific products.

  • Definitions
    • Label
    • Principal Display Surface
    • Principal Display Panel
    • Bottom
    • Available Display Surface
    • Ornamental Container
  • Legibility Requirements
  • Location Requirements
    • Use of Hang Tags as Labels
Date modified:
2012-01-31

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