Packaging in Logistics is a critical process for protecting, promoting and ensuring traceability of products during transportation, storage and distribution. It directly affects the success of logistics operations in terms of both cost and efficiency.
WHAT IS PACKAGING IN LOGISTICS?
Packaging in logistics is the packaging activity carried out in order to:
Protection (damage, humidity, temperature, impact, etc.),
Ensure transportability,
Facilitate storage,
Meet legal and commercial requirements.
PURPOSES OF PACKAGING IN LOGISTICS
Protection: Protects the product against physical, chemical and environmental damage factors.
Mainly used: Protects the product against physical, chemical and environmental damage factors.
Ease of Transport: Standard dimensions and palletization increase transport efficiency.
Storage Efficiency: Provides dimensions and weight compatible with racking systems.
Recycling / Sustainability: Environmental impacts are reduced by using environmentally friendly materials.
PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE
ISPM 15 Standard: Protects the product against physical, chemical and environmental damage factors.
ADR/TIR/DGR Regulations: There are special packaging rules for hazardous materials.
Country-Based Rules:Some countries may set special rules for plastic types or recycling symbols.