Exporting to the United States – A Team Canada Inc Publication

7.1 Labelling, Marking and Standardization

Labelling and marking provide essential information for the shippers and other people who handle your goods, and are required for transit across the United States border. Standardization helps ensure that your goods meet U.S. requirements and will therefore make it easier for you to export to the U.S. market. In the sections that follow, we'll examine marks, labels and standardization, how you can get them right and whom you can contact for answers to your questions.