Each category includes more than one sub-category, totally 69 types of commodities.
Where to print or apply PIATS barcode
Compulsory on primary packaging of the above 9 categories, or can be compromised onto secondary packaging if technology is limited. The latter is applicable only to dairy, beverage and cosmetics sectors at the moment.
Compulsory on secondary packaging without compromise
Option on tertiary packaging if commodity producer is willing to print or apply.
How to code PIATS barcode onto packaging
Directly printing barcode on packaging in line with production facilities
Pre-print PIATS label and then apply it on packaging
Each category includes more than one sub-category, totally 69 types of commodities.
Where to print or apply PIATS barcode
Compulsory on primary packaging of the above 9 categories, or can be compromised onto secondary packaging if technology is limited. The latter is applicable only to dairy, beverage and cosmetics sectors at the moment.
Compulsory on secondary packaging without compromise
Option on tertiary packaging if commodity producer is willing to print or apply.
How to code PIATS barcode onto packaging
Directly printing barcode on packaging in line with production facilities
Pre-print PIATS label and then apply it on packaging