scope:

This International Standard
. specifies the minimum requirements for the design of labels containing linear bar code and twodimensional
symbols on transport units to convey data between trading partners;
. provides for traceability of transported units via a unique transport unit identifier (licence plate);
. provides guidance for the formatting on the label of data presented in linear bar code, twodimensional
symbol or human readable form;
. provides specific recommendations regarding the choice of bar code symbologies, specifies quality
requirements, classes of bar code density;
. makes recommendations as to label placement, size and the inclusion of free text and any
appropriate graphics;
. provides guidance in the selection of label material.