Alert
There is an obligation to use alphanumeric codes as defined in decision 97/129/EC to identify packaging materials for B2B and B2C (Dlgs 3/09/2020). Hexagon and all their suppliers have to ensure that their packaging material fulfills this obligation. Details to be found here:
Benefits of the marking
The recycling code gives information about easy identification and correct recycling of the packaging material. Hexagon supports the overall sustainability by enabling proper recycling of the packaging material.
Which packaging material needs to be marked
All packaging materials which can be separated manually needs to be marked with the alphanumeric codes. Below are some typical examples which are in use by Hexagon.
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Alphanumeric code: |
PAP20 | |
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Substance: | Corrugated fibreboard |
| Sort: | Paper / Cardboard | |
| In use: | Cardboard boxes | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
PAP21 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated fibreboard |
| Sort: | Paper / Cardboard | |
| In use: | Corner protectiones, etc. | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
PAP22 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated fibreboard |
| Sort: | Paper / Cardboard | |
| In use: | Fillers, Paper, etc. | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
C/PAP81 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated Paper and fibreboard/plastic |
| Sort: | Composite | |
| In use: | Special cardboard | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
FOR50 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated Wood |
| Sort: | Wood | |
| In use: | Pallets, other transportations | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
LDPE04 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated Low density polyethylene |
| Sort: | Plastics | |
| In use: | Plastic bag (pink, visible), etc. | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
PP05 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated Polypropylene |
| Sort: | Plastics | |
| In use: | Plastics | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
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Alphanumeric code: |
FE40 | |
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Substance: | Non-corrugated Steel |
| Sort: | Metals | |
| In use: | Met iron clamp | |
| How to recycle: | Please check your local municipal guidelines |
Further questions
If you have any questions about updating the marking of the packaging, do not hesitate to contact our Product Compliance Team at product.compliance.geo@hexagon.com