scope:

ISO 15394:2017: - specifies the minimum requirements for the design of labels containing linear bar code and two-dimensional symbols on transport units to convey data between trading partners; - provides for traceability of transported units using a unique transport unit identifier (licence plate); - provides guidance on the formatting on the label of data presented in linear bar code, two-dimensional symbol or human-readable form; - provides specific recommendations regarding the choice of bar code symbologies, and specifies quality requirements; - provides recommendations as to label placement, size and the inclusion of free text and any appropriate graphics; - provides guidance on the selection of the label material. This document is not applicable to the direct printing on to kraft coloured corrugated surfaces. NOTE - Guidance on the direct printing of bar code symbols on to kraft coloured corrugated surfaces are provided in references such as The Fibre Box Handbook[10].