MEA
EDIFACT MEA segment, physical measurements of an item or package.
Definition
MEA expresses a measurement: application qualifier (DE 6311, e.g. AAE = weight), measurement type (composite C502, UNCL 6313) then value and unit in C174. It typically declares net/gross weight and volume at line, package or equipment level.
Origin
Defined in the UN/EDIFACT segment directory (UNTDID), published by UNECE through UN/CEFACT.
Example in context
<MEA+AAE+ABJ+KGM:1500'> — gross weight of 1500 kg.