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EDIFACT-DE-4017

TDED data element 4017 in UN/EDIFACT — Delivery instructions, coded.

Definition

DE 4017 uses a code list of delivery instruction codes — examples: 1 = back door delivery, 2 = early delivery, 3 = tailgate required. Present in GIR composites or in FTX (Free text).

Origin

Referenced in the UNTDID directory maintained by UN/CEFACT (United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business). Code list published at each D.xxA / D.xxB revision.

Example in context

FTX+DEL+++Back-door delivery required:tailgate' — delivery instruction carried by DE 4017 and FTX.

  • FTX — free-text segment possibly carrying DE 4017.
  • DESADV — message using delivery instructions.

Last updated: May 15, 2026