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PAC

EDIFACT PAC segment, packaging and logistic conditioning.

Definition

PAC carries the number of packages (DE 7224), the packaging level (DE 7075) and the package type through composite C202 (UNCL 7065 code). It appears in the DESADV to describe each packaging unit, often followed by MEA, QTY and PCI.

Origin

Defined in the UN/EDIFACT segment directory (UNTDID), published by UNECE through UN/CEFACT.

Example in context

<PAC+12++CT'> — 12 packages, type CT (carton).

  • PCI — package marking and identification.
  • MEA — measurements attached to the package.

Last updated: June 20, 2026