The ink capsules are common globally (they're called "security ink tags"), but they don't explode. Think about how technologically difficult that would be to im

The ink capsules are common globally (they're called "security ink tags"), but they don't explode. Think about how technologically difficult that would be to implement. The plastic tags are just made to be difficult to remove unless you have the in-store equipment, such that attempted removal would most likely break the ink capsule inside which stains (and thereby ruins) the piece of clothing.