# SmartLabel > Product information scanner and search tool for everyday consumer goods. (iPhone/iPad app by Consumer Brands Association.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartlabel/id1130429932 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Consumer Brands Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631888760) - Category: Utilities, Reference - Price: Free - Rating: 2.20/5 from 97 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 23 MB - Languages: American English, French (France) - Released: 2017-12-11 - Data updated: 2026-06-11 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartlabel/id1130429932/reviews.md ## What is SmartLabel? Ever find yourself wondering about what goes into the products you use and consume on a daily basis? SmartLabel gives you access to this information whether you’re interested in food, beverage, household, pet care or personal care products, Smart Label has the information you’re looking for no matter where you are, right at your finger tips. Using this app, you can either search a specific product using the Product Search function or scan a product’s UPC code or SmartLabel QR code on the package. Either approach will take you to a variety of information, including: • ingredient definitions • sourcing practices • third-party certifications • social compliance and sustainability programs • usage instructions • advisories & safe handling instructions • genetically engineered ingredient disclosure • company/brand information • And much, much more… Visit www.smartlabel.org for more information. SmartLabel now supports DWCode by GS1 and Digimarc Barcode. For Digimarc end-user license agreement (EULA) visit https://www.digimarc.com/m/eula ## Key features - Scan product UPC codes - Scan SmartLabel QR codes - Search specific products - View ingredient definitions - Access sourcing practices - Discover third-party certifications - Find sustainability information ## Recent user reviews (10 of 53) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartlabel/id1130429932/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Useless *2025-10-02, version 1.5.3* The box is labeled with smartlabel, says download this app. Download the app and it doesn’t recognize the scan. ### 1/5 — Not sure why this exists *2025-07-31, version 1.5.3* Downloaded this 2025/July/31 after noticing my product’s barcode was tagged with “SmartLabel”. And that’s where the experience ended. Dove, men’s care product, not recognized. My life won’t change because this App doesn’t work, but save yourself some time and go outside and get some fresh air. ### 1/5 — Useless. Use Yuka instead! *2025-06-22, version 1.5.3* Firstly, the barcode scanner is finicky. It needs the barcode in an upright position. What? Something software can do. Secondly it shows manufacturers safety reference. Right, like that’s of any help in the USA especially where there are lax safety standards. Also, it didn’t list Methylisothiazolinone on the first scan I did. This is a high risk chemical! So the program is HIDING this from you. My guess because they are in collusion with the manufacturers. From what I can see it’s just a way for manufacturers to make products appear safe. I wouldn’t be surprised if this company and app is created with money from the manufacturers. ### 2/5 — As others have said *2025-04-18, version 1.5.3* The app does have great potential and I like what little it does, but it needs to do more. Like others, I experienced the app telling me the product I scanned was not a smartlabel product despite the fact that it is, and a search returns the product in the app's database. I suppose there could be some small thing about the product that doesn't match any of the very many types of Colgate Total toothpaste in the app's database; maybe this exact size isn't there or something – it's hard to tell because there are so many variations on the same product list listed in the database and the full name and traits of each product is not visible in the list on my phone, so I'd have to go to the details page of each of about 50 different products in order to see if the exact one I have in my hand is in the list... Anyway, the app does have great potential, and I like being able to tap each ingredient in the product to see a short description of its function; unfortunately the implementation is far less than complete, and as of this writing the app has not been updated in two years, so I have to think it's abandonware. A shame, considering the app's potential to provide a great deal of information that interests many people. Oh well... ### 1/5 — Doesn’t scan *2024-12-12, version 1.5.3* Tried it on the barcode and it won’t even scan it and bring the product up. ### 3/5 — Region *2024-11-13, version 1.5.3* Scanned the Saint Ivy’s scrub in Canada, but it did not work until I changed the region to the US. The product was imported from the US, but I bought it from Walmart Canada. ### 4/5 — Got what I wanted *2024-04-29, version 1.5.3* One product I got only came with barcode on the back and text that says “smartlabelTM app enabled”. Scanned it with this app and was able to see the drug facts ### 5/5 — Earth over corporations *2024-04-17, version 1.5.3* 5 stars because you are trying. Recycling should not be confusing and difficult. Please keep working on this app and build it up. ### 1/5 — Doesn't work *2024-02-25, version 1.5.3* Scanning product does not retrieve product info. Searching for it does. ### 1/5 — Useless *2023-09-07, version 1.5.3* Doesn't work. Says "not a Smart Label product" even if the profuct literally mentioned Smart Label. ## Frequently asked questions about SmartLabel ### What does the SmartLabel app do? The SmartLabel app provides detailed information about a wide range of consumer products, including food, beverages, household items, pet care, and personal care products. You can scan a product's barcode or QR code, or search for it directly within the app to access this information. ### What kind of information can I find using SmartLabel? You can find comprehensive details such as ingredient definitions, sourcing practices, third-party certifications, social compliance and sustainability programs, usage instructions, advisories, safe handling instructions, genetically engineered ingredient disclosures, and company/brand information. ### Is SmartLabel free to use? Yes, the SmartLabel app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description, indicating a completely free experience for users. ### What products are supported by SmartLabel? The app supports a broad spectrum of consumer products, including food, beverage, household, pet care, and personal care items. It can also read DWCode by GS1 and Digimarc Barcodes. ### How can I use SmartLabel to learn about a product? You can use the app in two primary ways: by searching for a specific product name using the Product Search function, or by scanning the product's UPC code or SmartLabel QR code directly from the packaging. Both methods will lead you to the detailed product information. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.5.3 — 2022-11-17 Minor fixes. ### 1.5.2 — 2019-01-12 Minor fixes. ### 1.5.1 — 2018-10-17 Minor improvements and bug fixing. ### 1.5.0 — 2018-10-11 In addition to USA, SmartLabel application now supports Canada participating brands and products. ### 1.4.1 — 2018-02-15 SmartLabel now supports DWCode by GS1 and Digimarc Barcode. 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