ink tag
Store security device
An ink tag is a security device attached to retail merchandise, especially clothing, that releases permanent dye if improperly removed.
The threat of ruining the item deters shoplifters.
Store employees remove ink tags at checkout using a special detaching tool.
She forgot to have the ink tag removed and set off the alarm leaving the store.
- securityProtection from threat
- loss preventionProtecting store inventory
- theftUnlawful taking of property
- shopliftingStealing store merchandise
- five finger discountSlang for retail theft
retail · retail theft · clothing · dye · dye pack · alarm · sensor · magnetic · security device · removal · store · register · walk out · checkout · explode · stain · deterrent · plastic
- security devicessecurity camera, alarm, security key, security badge, vault doors
- Loss Preventionshrinkage, shoplifting, shoplifter, store detective, security camera
- security sealstamper seal, safety seal, security sticker, security tape, wax seal
- retail theftshoplifting, shoplifter, stealing, concealment, five-finger discount
- security featureswatermark, holograms, hologram, security tape, intaglio
security device type
ink tagRFID tag
Wireless identification microchip
magnetic strip · barcode · QR code · cable lock · display case