IEC 62090:2017

Overview

IEC 62090:2017 - Product package labels for electronic components using bar code and two-dimensional symbologies - specifies requirements for labels on packaging of electronic components used in B2B automatic handling. The standard covers the use of linear bar codes and two-dimensional (2D) symbols (e.g., Data Matrix, QR Code) to support automatic identification, traceability and automated handling in production, inventory and distribution. It excludes direct product marking, shipping labels and labels intended for B2C retail.

Key topics and technical requirements

• Scope and exclusions: Applies only to package labels for electronic components in B2B processes; excludes direct part marking, shipping labels and retail/B2C packaging.
• Label data content: Defines mandatory and optional data elements and associated data identifiers (DIs). Mandatory elements include manufacturer item identification (DI “1P”, “25P”), manufacturer identification (DI “18V”, “21V”), quantity (DI “Q”, “7Q”), production date (DI “16D”), traceability IDs (DI “S”, “25S”, etc.), country of origin (DI “4L”), and package identification (DI “J”, “3S”).
• New data identifiers (edition 2017): Adds several DIs such as 10D, 14D, 2P, 25L, 18V, V, J, 3S, 13E, 33L, 34L and introduces informative annexes (URL handling, short titles, package levels).
• Data representation and semantics: Specifies formats, semantics and permitted combinations for machine-readable symbols and human‑readable text, plus guidance on selecting linear vs 2D data carriers.
• Label layout and placement: Guidance on label size, layout, and typical label locations on inner/outer packages to ensure reliable scanning and handling.
• Quality and durability: Informative guidance on adhesive characteristics, label durability, contamination and storage to maintain readability in assembly environments.
• Annexes: Includes informative Annexes on ISO/IEC 15434 Data Transfer Syntax, URL/P2P usage, examples of short titles, and package level definitions.

Practical applications and users

IEC 62090:2017 is intended for:

• Electronics manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
• Electronics manufacturing services (EMS) and contract assemblers
• Component distributors, warehouse and logistics teams
• Automated assembly, inventory control and traceability system integrators

Typical applications: automated component handling, pick-and-place verification, production traceability, inventory management, supplier-to-customer data exchange and integration with MES/WMS systems.

Related standards

• ISO/IEC 15434 (Data Transfer Syntax) - referenced in IEC 62090 (Annex B)
• Other barcode and 2D symbology standards governing symbol encoding and printing

Keywords: IEC 62090:2017, product package labels, bar code, 2D symbologies, electronic components, Data Matrix, QR Code, automatic identification, traceability, B2B packaging labels.