Winbond Business School analyzes the definition and classification of packaging for you

[China Packaging Network News] In international trade, the quality of packaging plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth transactions. Proper packaging not only protects the product but also facilitates the entire logistics process, from shipping to delivery.

Packaging marks are essential for the safe and efficient handling of goods. They help prevent misdelivery, make identification easier, and support inspection processes by customs, transportation, and warehouse departments. These markings also assist the consignee in retrieving the goods. Common types of packaging labels include:

1. Transport Marks (Shantou): These are an essential part of trade contracts and shipping documents. Usually consisting of simple geometric shapes along with letters and numbers, they typically include details such as the destination name or code, consignor/consignee codes, item numbers, dimensions (length × width × height), weight (gross, net, and tare), and the country or region of origin.

2. Handling Instructions: For fragile, moisture-sensitive, or upside-down sensitive items, these signs use clear symbols or text like "Handle with Care," "Keep Dry," or "This Side Up" to guide proper handling during transit.

3. Warning Labels: Used for hazardous materials such as flammable, toxic, or explosive substances, these labels ensure that dangers are clearly communicated through visible and standardized warning symbols.

The variety of packaging is extensive, covering different materials, functions, and usage scenarios. Here are some classifications:

1. By Material: Packaging can be made from paper, plastic, metal, glass, wood, or natural materials like hemp, cloth, bamboo, rattan, and grass.

2. By Function: It can be categorized into industrial packaging used for transport, storage, and distribution, or commercial packaging designed for marketing, advertising, and consumer appeal.

3. By Form: This includes primary packaging (direct contact with the product), secondary packaging (for grouping products), and tertiary packaging (used for bulk handling).

4. By Packaging Method: There are various techniques such as waterproof and moisture-proof packaging, vacuum sealing, anti-static, UV protection, oxygen removal, nitrogen flushing, pest control, and shock-absorbent packaging.

5. By Product Type: Packaging varies depending on the contents, including food, pharmaceuticals, electronics, machinery, chemicals, and even military supplies.

6. By Structure: It can be classified as rigid (hard) packaging, semi-rigid, or flexible packaging based on its physical properties.

According to China Packaging Network, Winbond has always been committed to the core values of "customer achievement and excellence," and its mission is to "use information technology to promote Chinese companies globally." The company strives to become a leading provider of marketing management and cloud services in China, helping enterprises achieve transformation and growth, and enabling them to reach global markets.