00000nam 2200000zi 4500 9.885516 CaOODSP 20221107171151 m o d f cr |n||||||||| 200311e198404##quc|||| ob f00| 0|eng d CaOODSP eng rda CaOODSP n-cn--- RG47-62/1984E-PDF Kotowitz, Y. (Yehuda), 1930- author. Traded goods : labelling and standards literature survey / by Y. Kotowitz with the assistance of R. Deavis. Traded goods : an examination of the rationale for labelling and standards requirements for consumer products [Hull, Québec] : Consumer and Corporate Affairs Canada, Bureau of Policy Coordination = Consommation et corporations Canada, Bureau de la coordination des politiques, April 1984. 1 online resource (73, [5] pages) text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Digitized edition from print [produced by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada]. Includes bibliographical references. "The objective of this study was to review the literature (economics, marketing, consumer behavior, etc.) to address the theory and concepts that form the basis underlying the mandate of the Traded Goods component. In particular, to provide information on the need and rationale for government intervention in the market place via standards/regulations aimed at protecting consumers against product misrepresentation, preventing fraud, enhancing consumer's ability to differentiate and choose among product choices and facilitate trade practices. In particular, the study concentrated on issues related to labelling requirements and the development of standards and their effects on consumers and markets"--page 1. Labels Standards Canada. Étiquettes Normes Canada. Canada. Consumer and Corporate Affairs Canada, issuing body. Kotowitz Economic Research Inc., issuing body. PDF 1.46 MB https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2021/isde-ised/RG47-62-1984-eng.pdf