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Packaging Element

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	A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a bottle, can, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.		A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a bottle, can, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.

	'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a [[~~Packaging Component~~ - TX\|Packaging ~~Component~~]], ~~for internal use~~ by the Brand/Manufacturer, or directly to a [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|~~Supply Chain~~ Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).		'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with:
			* A [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Packaging Element Unit (PEU)]], in case the PEU is a by the Brand/Manufacturer, or directly to a [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Sales or Transport Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).

	Unlike a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], a Packaging Element is not an inventory item. It is a descriptive data entity used to structure packaging hierarchies and material compositions.		Unlike a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], a Packaging Element is not an inventory item. It is a descriptive data entity used to structure packaging hierarchies and material compositions.

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	\| Back label \|\| Single \|\| —		\| Back label \|\| Single \|\| —
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	~~== Recommended attribute extensions at Packaging Element level ==~~

	* '''DisposalCycleType''': <code>Single</code> \| <code>Multi</code>
	* '''DisposalCycleCountTarget''' (numeric, optional): average or intended cycles

	=== Key Characteristics ===		=== Key Characteristics ===

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Examples

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	== Examples ==		== Examples ==
	* A '''Throw-Away Unit (TAU)''' bottle may be suited for in-store refill. In this case, the bottle is a multi-cycle element (e.g., 15 cycles), including its front and back labels if the consumer does not remove them before refilling.		* A '''Throw-Away Unit ([[Disposal_Unit_-_TX\|TAU]])''' bottle may be suited for in-store refill. In this case, the bottle is a multi-cycle element (e.g., 15 cycles), including its front and back labels if the consumer does not remove them before refilling.
	* A '''Disposal Unit (DRU)''' might consist of three packaging elements: the glass bottle, a front label, and a back label. The bottle is multi-cycle (e.g., 10 cycles), while both labels are single-cycle (washed off before the bottle is refilled).		* A '''Disposal Unit ([[Disposal_Unit_-_TX\|DRU]])''' might consist of three packaging elements: the glass bottle, a front label, and a back label. The bottle is multi-cycle (e.g., 10 cycles), while both labels are single-cycle (washed off before the bottle is refilled).

	== Cycles per Packaging Element ==		== Cycles per Packaging Element ==

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Packaging Element

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	A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a bottle, can, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.		A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a bottle, can, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.

	'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], or directly to a ~~Stock keeping~~ [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).		'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], for internal use by the Brand/Manufacturer, or directly to a [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).

	Unlike a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], a Packaging Element is not an inventory item. It is a descriptive data entity used to structure packaging hierarchies and material compositions.		Unlike a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], a Packaging Element is not an inventory item. It is a descriptive data entity used to structure packaging hierarchies and material compositions.

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Packaging Element

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	== Packaging Element ==		== Packaging Element ==
			A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a bottle, can, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.

	'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], or directly to Stock ~~keep~~ [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).		'''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], or directly to a Stock keeping [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (Individual Sales Unit, Grouped Sales Unit, Transport Stock Unit), or Transaction Level [[Supply_Chain_Unit_-_TX\|Supply Chain Unit]] (e.g. Order Delivery Unit).

	Unlike a Packaging Component, a Packaging Element is not an inventory item ~~but rather~~ a descriptive data entity used ~~for structuring~~ packaging hierarchies and material compositions.		Unlike a [[Packaging Component - TX\|Packaging Component]], a Packaging Element is not an inventory item. It is a descriptive data entity used to structure packaging hierarchies and material compositions.

	=== ~~Definition~~ ===		= Cycles per Packaging Element =
	~~A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system,~~ such as a container, ~~closure~~, ~~label~~, or ~~cushioning~~. ~~It defines~~ the ~~material composition~~ and ~~function~~ of a ~~specific packaging feature~~, ~~enabling structured data inheritance~~ and ~~standardization within~~ the ~~packaging taxonomy~~.
			For Extended Producer Responsibility ([[EPR_(Extended_Producer_Responsibility)_-_TX\|EPR]]) reporting, and in line with PPWR requirements, it is important to account for the intended usage cycles of each packaging element within a [[Disposal_Unit_-_TX\|disposal unit]] (TAU/DRU). Not all packaging elements are designed for the same number of cycles.

			== Cycle types ==
			* '''Single-cycle elements:''' Components such as labels, sleeves, and closures are typically discarded after one use. They are inherently single-use even if attached to a multi-cycle container (e.g., the front label of a deposit-return glass bottle).
			* '''Multi-cycle elements:''' Certain components—most commonly bottles or rigid containers—may be designed for reuse across multiple cycles (e.g., refillable bottles in stores or refillable glass bottles in a deposit-return system). For these, recording the targeted or average number of cycles is critical, as it directly influences recyclability grades and EPR calculations.

			== Examples ==
			* A '''Throw-Away Unit (TAU)''' bottle may be suited for in-store refill. In this case, the bottle is a multi-cycle element (e.g., 15 cycles), including its front and back labels if the consumer does not remove them before refilling.
			* A '''Disposal Unit (DRU)''' might consist of three packaging elements: the glass bottle, a front label, and a back label. The bottle is multi-cycle (e.g., 10 cycles), while both labels are single-cycle (washed off before the bottle is refilled).

	== Cycles per Packaging Element ==		== Cycles per Packaging Element ==

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Cycle types

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	== Cycle types ==		== Cycle types ==

	* '''Single-cycle elements:''' Components such as labels, sleeves, and closures are typically discarded after one use. They are inherently single-use even if attached to a multi-cycle container (e.g. a Deposit Return Glass Bottle).		* '''Single-cycle elements:''' Components such as labels, sleeves, and closures are typically discarded after one use. They are inherently single-use even if attached to a multi-cycle container (e.g. the Front Label of a Deposit Return Glass Bottle).
	* '''Multi-cycle elements:''' Certain components, most commonly bottles or rigid containers, may be designed for reuse across multiple cycles (e.g., refillable bottles in store, refillable glass bottles part of a Deposit Return System). For these, recording the targeted/average number of cycles is critical, as it directly influences recyclability grade and EPR calculations.		* '''Multi-cycle elements:''' Certain components, most commonly bottles or rigid containers, may be designed for reuse across multiple cycles (e.g., refillable bottles in store, refillable glass bottles part of a Deposit Return System). For these, recording the targeted/average number of cycles is critical, as it directly influences recyclability grade and EPR calculations.

HansdG: /* Definition */

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Definition

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 === Definition ===
 A Packaging Element represents an individual part of a packaging system, such as a container, closure, label, or cushioning. It defines the material composition and function of a specific packaging feature, enabling structured data inheritance and standardization within the packaging taxonomy.
 === Key Characteristics ===

HansdG at 06:04, 29 September 2025

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	* Seamless integration with regulatory compliance and [[EPR_(Extended_Producer_Responsibility)_-_TX\|EPR]] reporting.		* Seamless integration with regulatory compliance and [[EPR_(Extended_Producer_Responsibility)_-_TX\|EPR]] reporting.

	[[Category:Taxonomy]]~~"''~~		[[Category:Taxonomy]]

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Data Exchange Considerations

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	* Consistency in packaging specifications across multiple Finished Goods.		* Consistency in packaging specifications across multiple Finished Goods.
	* Automated material tracking and sustainability assessments.		* Automated material tracking and sustainability assessments.
	* Seamless integration with regulatory compliance and ~~packaging tax~~ reporting.		* Seamless integration with regulatory compliance and [[EPR_(Extended_Producer_Responsibility)_-_TX\|EPR]] reporting.

	[[Category:Taxonomy]]"''		[[Category:Taxonomy]]"''

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Examples

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	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"
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	~~! Packaging Element !~~! Packaging Component with SKU ID !! Materials		! Packaging Component with SKU ID !! Packaging Element !! Materials
	\|-		\|-
	~~\| Can \|~~\| 459876 - 33ml Beverage Can \|\| Aluminum		\| 459876 - 33ml Beverage Can \|\| Can \|\| Aluminum
	\|-		\|-
	~~\| Lid \|~~\| 768744- Aluminium lid with PVC liner diameter 8cm \|\| Aluminium, PVC		\| 768744 - Aluminium lid with PVC liner diameter 8cm \|\| Lid \|\| Aluminium, PVC
	\|-		\|-
	~~\| Bottle \|~~\| 657645 - PET Bottle 1 Liter- Colorless \|\| PET		\| 657645 - PET Bottle 1 Liter- Colorless \|\| Bottle \|\| PET
	\|}		\|}