In everyday life we will see many different types of cartons. Many of you will wonder what the symbols on the barrel mean. Here we will answer questions about the symbols on the carton.
1. What is the symbol on the carton?
The symbols on cartons are usually the instructions for packing, transporting and storing the goods that provide information to both the manufacturer and the consumer. These symbols and symbols not only have practical meaning for the user, but also bring many important meanings in ensuring the packaged goods become safer.
2. Why does the carton need to have symbols?
This is probably the question that many consumers have asked. Are carton symbols needed? For what purpose are they printed onto the product? Why is symbols required on the carton?
As we all know, the need to use cartons to pack and transport goods is increasing. However, there are many typical products packed in cartons with symbols and symbols that not everyone knows.
In general, the symbols and symbols on the carton are the instructions for packing, transporting and storing the goods inside. In addition, these symbols also provide information about the transportation, packaging, and handling of goods for manufacturers and consumers.
If you use regular carton. Then it is extremely important to understand these symbols. They help you avoid unfortunate mistakes when using them, which can lead to damage to the product. Therefore, that is the reason that manufacturers often print symbols on cartons.
3. The meaning of the symbols on the carton
Symbols, symbols on the carton are information on transport and storage. Therefore, when using cartons requires you to know all the symbols and read their meanings.
Example: The symbol on the carton can tell you if the product inside the box is fragile, if there is a fragile sign, it should be handled with care, or if there is a sign to avoid it. If wet, it is necessary to store the carton in a dry place, avoid high humidity, ...
Besides handling instructions, there are symbols on the carton that provide other information such as:
Origin: Country of origin must be recorded according to the regulations of the specific countries. Declaration of country of origin is usually required. In some cases it is undesirable and, if the contract agrees, may have to be ignored.
- Weight.
- Size (cm).
Lot number in the shipment, identification number.
Identification mark.
- Location and port of destination of the shipment.
- Total number of products,….
4. Clear and accurate carton marking principles
Marking the symbols of the carton clearly and accurately when you print the offset carton will help ensure the best transportation, delivery as well as preservation. Therefore, it is necessary to comply with the following principles:
Color
The colors of the symbols on the carton must be clear and sharp, especially they must be more embossed than the carton so that the reader can easily see and understand. However, there are many questions about the "notation of the carton can not highlight the brand name", it is obvious, the important thing you need to achieve when printing offset is to highlight the brand of company, but in addition important symbols should also be located in the most conspicuous position.
The colors chosen for barrel printing are normally red and black, and printing without blurring, blurring or even lack of focus is not accepted.
Full mark up the necessary symbols
The meaning of the symbols is very important so do not miss any information, you should follow three main parts: supply information, shipping information and handling information.
Print 2-sided symbols
Usually the symbol of the carton will be printed on 2 sides to ensure users easily see and avoid wasting time searching for information.
International Symbols
Referring to the International symbol on imported cartons, the two symbols ISO 780 and DIN55 402 are two indispensable symbols in the handling of goods according to international standards to explain and overcome language problems. These 2 symbols must not be omitted on a foreign shipping carton.
Hope the above information will help you in understanding the meaning of the symbols on the carton. The symbols are quite diverse, so you should refer to and memorize some common symbols, besides you can save them for easy reference.
