ISO 7409:2018 PDF

Overview

ISO 7409:2018 - Fertilizers - Marking - Presentation and declarations specifies how fertilizers in containers or in bulk must be marked and labelled so users can identify product type, composition and safe use. The standard sets rules for label area, character sizes, declaration content and placement, and includes guidance for pre‑marked containers, small packages and bulk fertilizers. ISO 7409:2018 also encourages electronic labelling (for example 2D codes) and provides example declarations and label layouts in annexes.

Key topics and technical requirements

• Scope: Applies to all fertilizers in containers or bulk.
• Label area and positioning: For containers >25 kg (or 25 L), a rectangular marking space centered on a main face with edges ≥65% of container length and marking area ≥10% of that face.
• Package size classes: Distinct provisions for containers >25 kg, 5–25 kg, and