Labelling rules: how to avoid customs problems and delistings in 2026
The rules of e-commerce get stricter every season. Today, selling on Shopify, Amazon and Etsy is impossible without correct labelling. Selling clothing with a missing or inaccurate fibre-composition label risks a blocked listing, a rejected shipment at the border or a costly relabelling job. The Arcobalena garment factory, at its new address (Bishkek, 8th microdistrict, 9B), solves this turnkey by integrating labelling directly into the production cycle.
Our full-cycle garment manufacturing means you no longer need to pay a prep centre to relabel goods after they arrive. We do it right at the factory in Kyrgyzstan. Read more about our approach to quality and technology in About us.
What EU and US labels must actually say
In the EU, Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 requires every garment to carry its full fibre composition, using the official fibre names and in the language of the country of sale. In the US, the FTC requires fibre content, the country of origin and the manufacturer's identity, plus care instructions under the Care Labeling Rule. When you order custom garment production in Bishkekfrom us, you get goods that raise no questions at goods-in.
- You confirm your target markets and languages, and send us your brand's label artwork — or we design it for you.
- We verify the exact fibre composition against the mill's specification and the laboratory test report.
- Our specialists produce the sewn-in composition and care labels, plus hang tags and barcode or FNSKU labels for your sales channel.
- Before packing, every barcode is scanned and validated, and we generate the packing list used for customs clearance.
The foundation of labelling is the right test data (new!)
It is important to understand: a composition label is only lawful if it is accurate, which means it must be backed by laboratory data. That is why the Arcobalena factory has launched a critical new option: issuing recognised certificates for your clothing and other goods. We arrange accredited laboratory testing and provide the test reports that support your labelling and customs declarations.
With it your shipment clears customs cleanly and your listings stay compliant. We take on all the complex paperwork. Meanwhile, order turnaround speed remains consistently high thanks to a clear division of labour. You can learn more about what we offer on the page Services.
Branding and correct code placement
Where should the code go so it is not lost in transit and during try-ons? Our branding, embroidery and packaging services cover not only attractive visuals but also sensible placement of technical information. Our tailored approach and in-house team of production engineers and pattern makers let us design the hang tag or matte zip bag so that your barcode, FNSKU and care information are all placed correctly and scan perfectly first time.
You can judge the quality of our packaging and labelling by looking at completed cases in Portfolio. And if you want to test demand with ready-made products, visit our Catalogue.
Shipping labelled goods to your market
Correctly labelled goods must also cross the border correctly. Once production is finished, we arrange export with the full document set (commercial invoice, packing list, CMR or air waybill, certificate of origin). Road freight starts from $6/kg and air freight from $10/kg.
All rates and cooperation options, including door-to-door DAP delivery, are set out in detail on the page Payment & delivery. Choose a reliable partner who knows the labelling rules of your market and will protect your business from costly mistakes. Ready to start? Contact us right now via Contact!