Packaging — Labelling and direct product marking with linear bar code and two-dimensional symbols

ISO 28219:2017

- defines minimum requirements for identifying items,

- provides guidelines for item marking with machine-readable symbols,

- covers both labels and direct marking of items,

- includes testing procedures for label adhesive characteristics and mark durability,

- provides guidance for the formatting on the label of data presented in linear bar code, two-dimensional symbol or human-readable form,

- is intended for applications which include, but are not limited to, support of systems that automate the control of items during the processes of:

- production,
- inventory,
- distribution,
- field service,
- point of sale,
- point of care,
- repair, and

- is intended to include, but it is not limited to, multiple industries including:

- automotive,
- aerospace,
- chemical,
- consumer items,
- electronics,
- health care,
- marine,
- rail,
- telecommunications.

The location and application method of the marking are not defined (these will be reviewed and agreed upon by suppliers and manufacturers and their trading partners before implementing ISO 28219:2017).

ISO 28219:2017 does not supersede or replace any applicable safety or regulatory marking or labelling requir