ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (US)

Okay kiddo, have you ever gone to the store to buy something and noticed that it has a label with information about what is inside the package, how much there is, and who made it? That's because of a law called the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act.

This law makes sure that all products that we buy, from food to toys, have truthful and helpful information on their packaging. That way, we can easily understand what we're buying, and make informed choices about what we want to bring home.

The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act also requires companies to use accurate measurements to indicate how much product is inside the package. For example, if you buy a bag of chips that says it has 2 ounces of chips inside, you should actually get 2 ounces of chips – not less.

Overall, the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act is a law that helps us as consumers make informed decisions about what we buy. So next time you go to the store, take a look at the labels on the products you're interested in, and see how much you can learn!