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Packaging Material Type Code

Attribute Name: packagingMaterialTypeCode
Data Type: String
Max Length: 80
Repeatable: Yes
Code List:
AVP: No
TPD: No
Applies to: All Levels
NPC Xpress Attribute: Packaging Material Code
Last Modified: 21/05/2025
Description:

Code that identifies the packaging material of the trade item.

Example:

CORRUGATED_BOARD_SINGLE_WALL

GLASS

METAL_ALUMINUM

Useful Tips:

  • Repeatable as a group.

  • This material information can be used by data recipients for:

    • Tax calculations/fees/duties calculation

    • Carbon footprint calculations / estimations (resource optimisation)

    • To determine the material used.