What Is an RN Number? Discover Bedding Manufacturers in the USA

• What is an RN Number & Why It Matters: A Registered Identification Number (RN) is issued by the FTC and used on textile product labels to identify the actual manufacturer behind the brand. This is particularly useful in the bedding industry, where many well-known retail brands outsource production.

• How to Use RN Numbers for Transparency: Consumers, retailers, and hospitality buyers can use RN numbers to trace who truly made a product, research manufacturers, and make more informed decisions about quality, sourcing, and ethics—especially when private labels mask the true origin.

• Key Bedding Industry Players Listed by RN: The blog includes a handy reference list of major U.S. bedding manufacturers (including DOWNLITE at RN 71257) to help readers understand the landscape of who’s behind the seams in pillows, comforters, and mattress pads.

If you've ever flipped over a pillow, comforter, or mattress pad and spotted a mysterious number beginning with "RN," you're not alone. That cryptic little tag is nothing more than a laundry instruction speed bump for most shoppers. But in the world of textiles and bedding, that Registered Identification Number (RN) is the breadcrumb trail that leads you straight to the source: the manufacturer.

In this blog post, we're unraveling the mystery behind the RN number system and showing you how to use it to identify—and even research—the companies behind your favorite bedding products. Plus, we’re listing the biggest players in the US bedding industry and their official RN numbers to help you become a more informed (and possibly more curious) bedding shopper.

What Is an RN Number?

An RN (Registered Identification Number) is a number issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, distributing, or selling textile, wool, or fur products in the United States. It's a unique identifier; companies can use it instead of their complete business name on product labels. This keeps things standardized, traceable, and compliant with US labeling regulations.

You can look up any RN number on the FTC's online search tool here: rn.ftc.gov

Why Should You Care About RN Numbers?

If you're a conscious consumer, industry insider, or simply curious about where your products come from, RN numbers offer a transparent way to trace the origin of your bedding. They’re especially useful when the branding on a product doesn’t clearly indicate the manufacturer—something that happens often in private label and licensed product lines.

For example, just because a comforter carries a brand name you recognize from a department store doesn’t mean the brand made it. More often than not, a trusted bedding manufacturer produced it on behalf of the brand—and the RN number is your clue.

The RN Number Sleuth List: Bedding Edition

Below is a curated list of some of the largest and most well-known bedding manufacturers operating in the US, along with their RN numbers. Whether you’re a retailer, shopper, or just a bedding enthusiast, this list is your cheat sheet to who’s who behind the seams:

• DOWNLITE - RN 71257
• Hollander Sleep Products – RN 19238
• Pacific Coast Feather Company – RN 19648
• United Feather & Down LLC – RN 152713
• DownCotton, Inc. – RN 165279
• Carpenter Co. – RN 85260
• American Textile Company – RN 162257
• SINOMAX USA Inc. – RN 119359
• Coop Home Goods, LLC – RN 169141
• Beckham Luxury Linens LLC – RN 151416
• Pillow Cube, Inc. – RN 164980
• Sealy Mattress Co. of NYC Inc. – RN 19265
• Welspun USA, Inc. – RN 108359
• Indo Count Global Inc. – RN 134734
• Springs Textiles LLC – RN 171403
• WestPoint Home LLC – RN 116947
• WestPoint Stevens Inc. – RN 60873
• Springs Global US, Inc. – RN 117835

How to Use This Information

1. Reverse Lookups: If you’re wondering who made your bedding, plug the RN number into the FTC’s RN Lookup Tool. You’ll get the registered company’s name and sometimes even their location.
2. Brand Transparency: Licensed brands often use manufacturers like those listed above to produce goods under their name. This list helps you distinguish between a label and the actual maker.
3. Bulk or Wholesale Buying: RN numbers are a great starting point to vet manufacturers if you're a retailer or hospitality buyer looking to source directly.
4. Comparative Research: Are you curious about how one bedding brand stacks up against another? Knowing who manufactures each product can give you a better context.

Why This Matters More Than Ever

As more brands enter and leave the bedding space—from influencers to legacy labels—the manufacturer behind the product becomes more relevant. At DOWNLITE, we take pride in manufacturing and assembling many of our products in the USA. Understanding RN numbers gives you a window into which companies are invested in domestic operations and which are strictly importers.

This transparency is not just a footnote—it’s a factor in sustainability, ethical sourcing, and quality assurance.

Final Thread Count

The next time you're fluffing your pillow or stripping your bed for laundry day, check the tag. That RN number might just reveal a whole story. And if you’re looking for bedding manufactured with pride, quality, and a little more transparency, DOWNLITE has you covered—literally.

Want to know more about the bedding industry, comforter construction, or what makes a pillow perfect? Stay tuned to our blog for insights, guides, and behind-the-scenes content from the people who make America’s beds more comfortable every night.