ISO/IEC 15418:2016
(Main)Information technology - Automatic identification and data capture techniques - GS1 Application Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
Information technology - Automatic identification and data capture techniques - GS1 Application Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 - specifies sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers for the purpose of identifying encoded data, and - identifies the organizations responsible for their maintenance.
Technologies de l'information — Identificateurs d'application — GS1 et identificateurs de données d'ASC MH10 et entretien
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 24-Feb-2016
- Technical Committee
- ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31 - Automatic identification and data capture techniques
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31/WG 2 - Data and structure
- Current Stage
- 9093 - International Standard confirmed
- Start Date
- 07-Jul-2021
- Completion Date
- 30-Oct-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 13-Sep-2014
Overview
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 is an international standard focusing on information technology for automatic identification and data capture techniques. This standard defines sets of GS1 Application Identifiers (AIs) and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers (DIs). These identifiers specify how encoded data is identified and maintained, supporting efficient and consistent data interchange across industries globally. The document also designates the organizations responsible for the ongoing maintenance of these identifier systems.
Adopted by ISO and IEC, this third edition standard enhances global supply chain interoperability by establishing clear rules for encoding data content and specifying data carriers. It is essential for developers, manufacturers, and supply chain managers who implement automatic identification technologies such as barcodes, RFID, and data capture systems.
Key Topics
GS1 Application Identifiers
GS1 AIs are globally recognized codes used to define and structure data fields in automatic identification systems. These identifiers enable cross-sector and international application in supply chains. GS1 AIs consist of two or more characters, where the first two digits indicate the AI length and structure. Usage of GS1 AIs follows rules established by GS1 and is detailed in GS1 General Specifications.ASC MH10 Data Identifiers
These identifiers stem from the American National Standard MH10 and provide a universal set of data identifiers suitable for multiple alphanumeric data carriers. ASC MH10 DIs use an alphabetic character optionally preceded by numeric characters to encode information. They are maintained by the ASC MH10 Data Identifier Maintenance Committee and designed to support cross-industry data interchange integrity.Maintenance and Governance
Ongoing updates and management of GS1 AIs are handled by GS1 headquarters and member organizations worldwide, ensuring global harmonization. ASC MH10 DIs are maintained by a dedicated ANSI committee that prohibits modifications post-registration to preserve consistency, while also accepting requests for new data identifiers.User Guidance and Mapping
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 offers guidance on choosing between GS1 AIs and ASC MH10 DIs based on industry practices and system requirements. The standard recognizes that some industries may need to operate both systems simultaneously and provides publicly available mapping tables to support data interoperability between GS1 and ASC MH10 identifier sets.
Applications
Supply Chain and Logistics:
The standard is extensively applied in global supply chains for product identification, shipment tracking, and inventory management, enabling precise data capture and seamless information flow between trading partners.Retail and Manufacturing:
Manufacturers and retailers use GS1 AIs and ASC MH10 DIs to encode product information like serial numbers, expiration dates, and batch numbers, supporting automated checkout, quality control, and traceability.Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals:
Accurate data identification helps in tracking medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and patient information, improving safety, compliance, and inventory accuracy.Warehousing and Material Handling:
This standard aids automated warehousing by defining unique identifiers that streamline picking, packing, and shipment with data consistency across systems.Electronic Data Interchange (EDI):
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 supports the integration of data identifiers into electronic messaging formats such as EDIFACT, facilitating structured exchange of identification data between enterprises.
Related Standards
- ISO/IEC 19762: Harmonized vocabulary for automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) techniques
- GS1 General Specifications: Detailed rules and guidelines for GS1 data structures and application identifiers
- ANS MH10: The American National Standard for Data Application Identifiers, encompassing ASC MH10 DIs
- ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31: The joint ISO/IEC technical subcommittee responsible for standards development in automatic identification and data capture
Keywords: ISO/IEC 15418:2016, GS1 Application Identifiers, ASC MH10 Data Identifiers, automatic identification, data capture, supply chain, barcode standards, RFID, data interoperability, ANSI MH10, data maintenance, encoding standards
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 - Information technology -- Automatic identification and data capture techniques -- GS1 Application Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 - Information technology -- Automatic identification and data capture techniques -- GS1 Application Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Information technology - Automatic identification and data capture techniques - GS1 Application Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance". This standard covers: ISO/IEC 15418:2016 - specifies sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers for the purpose of identifying encoded data, and - identifies the organizations responsible for their maintenance.
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 - specifies sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers for the purpose of identifying encoded data, and - identifies the organizations responsible for their maintenance.
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 35.040 - Information coding; 35.040.50 - Automatic identification and data capture techniques. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO/IEC 15418:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO/IEC
STANDARD 15418
Third edition
Information technology — Automatic
identification and data capture
techniques — GS1 Application
Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data
Identifiers and maintenance
Technologies de l’information — Identificateurs d’application — GS1
et identificateurs de données d’ASC MH10 et entretien
PROOF/ÉPREUVE
Reference number
ISO/IEC 15418:2015(E)
©
ISO/IEC 2015
ISO/IEC 15418:2015(E)
© ISO/IEC 2015, Published in Switzerland
All rights reserved. Unless otherwise specified, no part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized otherwise in any form
or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, or posting on the internet or an intranet, without prior
written permission. Permission can be requested from either ISO at the address below or ISO’s member body in the country of
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ISO/IEC 15418:2015(E)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Definitions and documentation notation conventions . 1
4 Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers . 1
4.1 GS1 Application Identifiers . 1
4.2 ASC MH10 Data Identifiers . 2
5 Maintenance . 2
5.1 GS1 Application Identifiers . 2
5.2 ASC MH10 Data Identifiers . 3
Annex A (informative) User guidance . 4
© ISO/IEC 2015 – All rights reserved PROOF/ÉPREUVE iii
ISO/IEC 15418:2015(E)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) and IEC (the International Electrotechnical
Commission) form the specialized system for worldwide standardization. National bodies that are
members of ISO or IEC participate in the development of International Standards through technical
committees established by the respective organization to deal with particular fields of technical
activity. ISO and IEC technical committees collaborate in fields of mutual interest. Other international
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO and IEC, also take part in the
work. In the field of information technology, ISO and IEC have established a joint technical committee,
ISO/IEC JTC 1.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for
the different types of document should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject
of patent rights. ISO and IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights. Details of any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the
Introduction and/or on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity
assessment, as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the WTO principles in the Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT), see the following URL: Foreword — Supplementary information.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/IEC JTC 1, Information technology, Subcommittee
SC 31, Automatic identification and data capture techniques.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO/IEC 15418:2009), which has been
technically revised with the following correction:
— the URLs for Materials Handling Industry (MHI) found in 4.2 and A.2 have been updated.
iv PROOF/ÉPREUVE © ISO/IEC 2015 – All rights reserved
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/IEC 15418:2015(E)
Information technology — Automatic identification and
data capture techniques — GS1 Application Identifiers and
ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
1 Scope
This International Standard
— specifies sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers for the purpose of identifying
encoded data, and
— identifies the organizations responsible for their maintenance.
2 Normative references
The following document, in whole or in part, is normatively referenced in this document and is
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO/IEC 19762, Information Technology AIDC Techniques — Harmonized Vocabulary
ANS MH10, Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers
GS1, General Specifications
3 Definitions and documentation notation conventions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO/IEC 19762 apply.
4 Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers
Where appropriate, information encoded shall be identified in accordance with one of the following
sets of identifiers:
a) GS1 Application Identifiers;
b) ASC MH10 Data Identifiers.
4.1 GS1 Application Identifiers
The GS1 item identification system and related encoding standard are complemented by the GS1-
maintained Application Identifiers, hereafter referred to as “GS1 Application Identifiers” (GS1 AIs). This
Internation
...
INTERNATIONAL ISO/IEC
STANDARD 15418
Third edition
2016-03-01
Information technology — Automatic
identification and data capture
techniques — GS1 Application
Identifiers and ASC MH10 Data
Identifiers and maintenance
Technologies de l’information — Identificateurs d’application — GS1
et identificateurs de données d’ASC MH10 et entretien
Reference number
©
ISO/IEC 2016
© ISO/IEC 2016, Published in Switzerland
All rights reserved. Unless otherwise specified, no part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized otherwise in any form
or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, or posting on the internet or an intranet, without prior
written permission. Permission can be requested from either ISO at the address below or ISO’s member body in the country of
the requester.
ISO copyright office
Ch. de Blandonnet 8 • CP 401
CH-1214 Vernier, Geneva, Switzerland
Tel. +41 22 749 01 11
Fax +41 22 749 09 47
copyright@iso.org
www.iso.org
ii © ISO/IEC 2016 – All rights reserved
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers . 1
4.1 GS1 Application Identifiers . 1
4.2 ASC MH10 Data Identifiers . 2
5 Maintenance . 2
5.1 GS1 Application Identifiers . 2
5.2 ASC MH10 Data Identifiers . 3
Annex A (informative) User guidance . 4
© ISO/IEC 2016 – All rights reserved iii
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) and IEC (the International Electrotechnical
Commission) form the specialized system for worldwide standardization. National bodies that are
members of ISO or IEC participate in the development of International Standards through technical
committees established by the respective organization to deal with particular fields of technical
activity. ISO and IEC technical committees collaborate in fields of mutual interest. Other international
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO and IEC, also take part in the
work. In the field of information technology, ISO and IEC have established a joint technical committee,
ISO/IEC JTC 1.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for
the different types of document should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject
of patent rights. ISO and IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights. Details of any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the
Introduction and/or on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity
assessment, as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the WTO principles in the Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT), see the following URL: Foreword — Supplementary information.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/IEC JTC 1, Information technology, Subcommittee
SC 31, Automatic identification and data capture techniques.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO/IEC 15418:2009), which has been
technically revised with the following correction:
— the URLs for Materials Handling Industry (MHI) found in 4.2 and A.2 have been updated.
iv © ISO/IEC 2016 – All rights reserved
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/IEC 15418:2016(E)
Information technology — Automatic identification and
data capture techniques — GS1 Application Identifiers and
ASC MH10 Data Identifiers and maintenance
1 Scope
This International Standard
— specifies sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers for the purpose of identifying
encoded data, and
— identifies the organizations responsible for their maintenance.
2 Normative references
The following document, in whole or in part, is normatively referenced in this document and is
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO/IEC 19762, Information technology — Automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) techniques —
Harmonized vocabulary
ANS MH10, Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers
GS1, General Specifications
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO/IEC 19762 apply.
4 Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers
Where appropriate, information encoded shall be identified in accordance with one of the following
sets of identifiers:
a) GS1 Application Identifiers;
b) ASC MH10 Data Identifiers.
4.1 GS1 Application Identifiers
The GS1 item identification system and related encoding standard are complemented by the GS1-
maintained Application Identifiers, hereafter referred to
...
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 표준은 정보 기술 분야에서 자동 식별 및 데이터 캡처 기법의 일환으로, GS1 응용 프로그램 식별자 및 ASC MH10 데이터 식별자와 그 유지 관리에 대한 내용을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 문서는 데이터 식별을 위한 식별자 세트를 명確히 하고 있으며, 이러한 식별자의 유지 관리를 책임지는 조직도 식별하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 다양한 응용 프로그램에서 사용될 수 있는 범용적인 식별자 체계를 제공한다는 점입니다. 이는 다수의 산업 분야에서 데이터 표준화와 일관성을 보장하며, 효율적인 데이터 처리를 가능하게 합니다. 특히 무역 및 유통 업계에서 GS1 응용 프로그램 식별자는 상품 추적 및 관리에 중요한 역할을 합니다. ISO/IEC 15418:2016의 중요성은 글로벌한 데이터 교환에 필수적인 요소로 자리 잡고 있습니다. 자동 식별 기술의 발전과 함께, 이 표준은 데이터 통합과 자동화된 시스템 간의 상호 운용성을 강화하여 운영 효율성을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 따라서 이 표준은 단순한 기술 문서를 넘어, 정보 교환의 기초를 마련하는 중요한 역할을 수행하고 있습니다. 또한, 이 문서는 조직들이 데이터 식별 방식에 대해 일관성을 유지하도록 도와주며, 각 산업 분야에서 표준 준수를 통해 비즈니스 프로세스를 최적화하는 데 큰 영향을 미칩니다. ISO/IEC 15418:2016은 데이터 생태계 내에서 효율성과 신뢰성을 증대시키기 위한 필수적인 기준으로, 향후 발전 방향 및 기술 혁신에 대한 기초를 제공하는 데 기여하고 있습니다.
La norme ISO/IEC 15418:2016 est un élément fondamental dans le domaine des technologies de l'information, spécifiquement pour les techniques d'identification automatique et de capture de données. Son étendue couvre la spécification de jeux d'identificateurs de données et d'identificateurs d'application, qui sont essentiels pour l'identification de données codées. La clarté et la rigueur de cette norme permettent une harmonisation à l'échelle internationale, favorisant l'interopérabilité entre différents systèmes de capture de données. Parmi ses points forts, ISO/IEC 15418:2016 offre une structure bien définie qui facilite l'intégration des identificateurs dans divers environnements technologiques, garantissant ainsi une collecte de données précise et efficace. De plus, elle identifie clairement les organisations responsables de la maintenance des identificateurs, ce qui assure une mise à jour continue et une pertinence à long terme des références fournies. Cette norme est d'une grande pertinence pour les entreprises qui ont recours à la captation automatique de données, car elle standardise le processus d'identification, réduisant ainsi les risques d'erreurs et augmentant la fiabilité des systèmes. En intégrant ces identificateurs normalisés, les entreprises peuvent améliorer leur efficacité opérationnelle et optimiser leurs chaînes d'approvisionnement. La norme ISO/IEC 15418:2016 se positionne donc comme un atout majeur pour toute organisation souhaitant améliorer ses pratiques en matière de gestion des données.
ISO/IEC 15418:2016は、情報技術における自動識別とデータ取得技術の標準化に重要な役割を果たしています。この標準は、GS1アプリケーション識別子とASC MH10データ識別子のセットを特定し、エンコードされたデータを正確に識別するための指針を提供します。これにより、データの整合性と互換性を高め、業界全体で一貫した情報の管理が可能となります。 この標準の強みは、エンコードされたデータを識別するための明確な枠組みを提供し、各組織における自動識別システムの実装を容易にする点です。また、データ識別子のメンテナンスを担当する組織を明示しているため、利用者は最新の情報に基づいた識別子の使用が可能となります。これにより、さまざまな業界での相互運用性が向上し、特に物流や小売業界での効率的なデータ管理が実現されます。 ISO/IEC 15418:2016は、これらのデータ識別子がもたらす利点により、顧客満足度の向上やコスト削減にも寄与します。データ管理の標準化に関心を持つすべての業界関係者にとって、非常に重要な文書であり、今後の自動識別技術の発展に対する基盤となるでしょう。このように、ISO/IEC 15418:2016は技術的な指標として、情報技術の進化に共鳴し続ける意味を持っています。
ISO/IEC 15418:2016 provides a comprehensive framework for the identification of encoded data through established Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers. This standard is essential in the realm of information technology as it facilitates automatic identification and data capture techniques, which are crucial for efficient data management in various industries. One of the key strengths of ISO/IEC 15418:2016 is its structured approach to defining the sets of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers, which streamlines processes across systems and improves interoperability. By standardizing these identifiers, the document enhances the accuracy of data interpretation and usage, enabling organizations to maintain consistency in their data handling practices. The relevance of ISO/IEC 15418:2016 cannot be overstated, especially in today's data-driven environment. As industries increasingly rely on automated systems for identification purposes, adherence to the guidelines set forth in this standard helps organizations navigate the complexities of data management and capture. Furthermore, the inclusion of organizational responsibilities for the maintenance of these identifiers ensures that stakeholders can rely on up-to-date and accurate data identification methods over time. In summary, ISO/IEC 15418:2016 stands out as a critical standard for enhancing automated identification and data capture processes, thus playing a significant role in promoting efficiency and reliability within the information technology sector. Its clear delineation of Data Identifiers and Application Identifiers, alongside the establishment of maintenance responsibilities, underscores its importance for organizations aiming to optimize their data operations.
Die Norm ISO/IEC 15418:2016 behandelt die automatisierte Identifizierung und Datenerfassungstechniken und fokussiert sich speziell auf die GS1-Anwendungskennzeichen und die ASC MH10-Datenkennzeichen. Diese Norm spielt eine zentrale Rolle im Bereich der Informationstechnologie, da sie umfassende Sets von Datenkennzeichen und Anwendungskennzeichen spezifiziert, die für die eindeutige Identifizierung kodierter Daten erforderlich sind. Ein bedeutender Aspekt der ISO/IEC 15418:2016 ist ihr struktureller Ansatz und die klar definierte Verfahrensweise zur Erstellung und Verwaltung dieser Identifikatoren. Sie bietet nicht nur eine klare Definition der verwendeten Begriffe, sondern stellt auch sicher, dass die Identifikatoren einheitlich und konsistent angewendet werden, was für User und Unternehmen von entscheidender Bedeutung ist. Dies trägt zur Effizienz und Genauigkeit in der Datenerfassung und -verarbeitung bei, was in der heutigen digitalen Ära unverzichtbar ist. Die Norm definiert außerdem die zuständigen Organisationen, die für die Pflege dieser Daten- und Anwendungskennzeichen verantwortlich sind, was die langfristige Relevanz und Aktualität der Standards sichert. Die Einhaltung der ISO/IEC 15418:2016 fördert die Interoperabilität zwischen verschiedenen Systemen und Anwendungen, was für Unternehmen, die auf zentralisierte Datensysteme angewiesen sind, von größter Bedeutung ist. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die ISO/IEC 15418:2016 nicht nur eine solide Grundlage für die Automation von Identifizierungs- und Datenerfassungsverfahren bietet, sondern auch eine wichtige Rolle bei der Gewährleistung von Konsistenz und Zuverlässigkeit in der Informationsverarbeitung spielt.
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