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Hands examining a sweater care label with an RN number using a loupe, with a phone open to an RN lookup page at an outdoor flea market.

April 1, 2026

RN Numbers Explained, Verify Brands Before You Buy

RN numbers can tell you who really made a garment, but only if you know how to look them up and interpret what you see. This guide shows thrifters and resellers how to use the FTC RN database, how RN differs from CA numbers, and how to fold tag verification into a fast Thrift Scanner sold comps workflow to avoid fakes and misbranded buys.

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