Labeling Bloopers

April 13, 2007 Edited by Associate Publisher: Jim Chrzan


Welcome to Global Packaging Minute's Labeling Bloopers edition. In a blog from Japan, the following labels were listed under a headline, "Dumb and funny warning labels." We don't know if these were cases of bad translation from another language or just really funny. Enjoy!

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Toilet Plunger

Caution: Do not use near power lines.

Bowl Fresh

Safe to use around pets and children, although it is not recommended that either be permitted to drink from toilet.

Hair Coloring

Do not use as an ice cream topping.

Christmas Lights

Warning: For indoor or outdoor use only.

Komatsu Floodlight

This floodlight is capable of illuminating large areas, even in the dark.

Nabisco Easy Cheese

For best results, remove cap.

Nytol sleep aid

Warning: may cause drowsiness.

Korean kitchen knife

Warning keep out of children.

Package of Fisherman's Friend throat lozenges

Not meant as substitute for human companionship.

Helmet mounted mirror used by us cyclists

Remember, objects in the mirror are actually behind you.

Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding

Product will be hot after heating.

Swann frozen dinners

Serving suggestion: Defrost.

Hershey's Almond Bar

Warning: May contain traces of nuts.

Source: www.ansarishare.com

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