Shape Type (SHAPE_TYPE)

Issuer: IMDE · Type: flat · Status: active · Active from: 2025-01-01

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CodeValue (EN)DefinitionDEFRNLValid fromValid until
BOXBoxRectangular (cuboid) form with three orthogonal dimensions: length, width and height. Typical packaging: carton, tray, case, folding box, rigid box.SchachtelBoîteDoos2025-01-01
CYLINDERCylinderRound form described by diameter and height. Typical packaging: bottle, can, jar, tube, cup, cap.ZylinderCylindreCilinder2025-01-01
FLATSheet / Film / BandFlat form whose thickness is negligible relative to its planar dimensions; described by length and width. Covers all flat forms — sheets, films, bands and straps. Typical packaging: label, film, foil, laminate web, lidding, liner, sleeve, tape, band, tear strip, pallet strap.Bogen / Folie / BandFeuille / Film / BandeVel / Folie / Band2025-01-01
CORDCordLong, thin round form described by diameter and length; length is not size-limiting because a cord can be threaded. Typical packaging: tie, string, drawstring, handle cord.SchnurCordonKoord2025-01-01
SPHERESphereRound form described by a single diameter. Typical packaging: ball, bead, spherical closure.KugelSphèreBol2025-01-01