NKFH finds labeling inaccuracies in 15% of tested textiles

The National Authority for Consumer Protection and Trade (NKFH) conducted laboratory tests to verify if the fiber composition labels on commercial textile products accurately inform consumers. The investigation focused on summer clothing, specifically women's dresses labeled as 100% viscose, and underwear labeled as 100% cotton.

Results showed that 15% of the tested products had issues with their labeling. Specifically, three items labeled as 100% cotton were found to contain between 7.9% and 53.8% polyester, exceeding the permitted 3% manufacturing tolerance. Additionally, three products failed to meet Hungarian language labeling requirements, either by omitting the composition in Hungarian or providing incorrect information.

The samples were collected from various sales channels, including shopping malls, retail chains, markets, specialty stores, and online shops. The authority noted that inaccurate labeling is a recurring issue and plans to expand inspections to pajamas, nightgowns, and other cotton textiles in the autumn.