Ever see those odd RN numbers on tags on clothes? They can tell you who actually is behind the garment, as opposed to what a label might say. Write down the number, then look it up here, see what you learn, if you are in the rag trade.
https://rn.ftc.gov/pls/textilern/wrnquery$.startup
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https://rn.ftc.gov/pls/textilern/wrnquery$.startup
| Information in this RN data system is based on data submitted by private companies. The information is accurate and current only if it has been kept up-to-date by the registered company. We encourage businesses to review their records and update their information as necessary. |
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6 comments:
Traceability?
What about applying this type of system for food?
Consumers may demand just that, and if so, suppliers will eagerly comply. But the RN system is a statutory mandate, so it is not well executed. Note how the noncompliance is highlighted on the site.
For food traceability, I was thinking something similar to this website which is for vitamins and other related health food products:
https://www.consumerlab.com
but more expanded on everyday food. Such a website could provide info. like country of origin, location, processing methods used to make the product, food composition and additives, product recalls, past contamination issues, etc. With the occasional news stories about people getting sick from spinach contamination, I'm surprised this kind of website does not exist yet.
I'm surprised that the FDA does not have a website like this (?) (for both vitamins and food?). But the FDA does not apparently regulate vitamins.
Why involve government in something they cannot do well. Customers and businesses can work this out, although the state tries to push their way in ("funding for businesses to get quirty codes? " Their free!)
If an when it is needed or wanted, it will appear.
http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2013/05/putting-food-traceability-at-consumers-fingertips/#.U15CPRwiwfM
"If and when it is needed or wanted, it will appear."
Hopefully it won't be much longer:
http://theweek.com/article/index/260641/speedreads-possible-food-poisoning-sickens-100-attending-food-safety-meeting
Well, you already have a massive food inspection system in place that does not work, as evidenced by the article you cite. Because the state is involved, food security drops to the lowest common denominator, which is the big-business captured regulation system we have now. Because we have state involvement, we have insecurity. When we get rid of state involvement, then health and safety will be a competitive item.
There is no regulation that cannot be replaced by insurance (if insurance is understood as its pre-regulated form).
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