Standard No.:	GB/T 191-2025
English Name:	Graphical symbols marking for handling and storage of packages
Chinese Name:	包装储运图形符号标志
Professional Classification:	GB    National Standard
Source Content Issued by:	SAMR; SAC
Issued on:	2025-8-29
Implemented on:	2026-3-1
Status:	to be valid
Superseding:	GB/T 191-2008 Packaging - Pictorial Marking for Handling of Goods
Target Language:	English
File Format:	PDF
Word Count:	7000 words
Translation Price(USD):	210.0
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GB/T 191-2025 Graphical symbols marking for handling and storage of packages 1 Scope This document specifies the names, graphical symbols, dimensions and colors of graphical symbols markings (hereinafter referred to as markings) for package handling, storage and transport, and describes their application methods. This document is applicable to the design and use of graphical symbols marking for handling and storage of packages. This document does not include specific instructions on the handling and storage of dangerous goods. 2 Normative references No normative reference is listed in this document. 3 Terms and definitions No terms and definitions are listed in this document. 4 Marking names, graphical symbols and meanings The marking consists of graphical symbols, names and outer frame lines, totaling 17 types. a) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of commonly used markings for large-sized packages are shown in Table 1. b) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of commonly used markings for middle and small-sized packages are as follows: 1) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of the general handling markings are shown in Table 2; 2) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of the manual handling markings are shown in Table 3; 3) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of the mechanical handling markings are shown in Table 4. c) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of commonly used markings for package transport and storage are shown in Table 5. d) The names, graphical symbols and meanings of commonly used markings for package storage are shown in Table 6. Note: The corner marks around graphical symbols do not constitute the content of the graphical symbols; they are merely the basis for their reproduction and application. ... ... Table 1 Names, graphical symbols and meanings of commonly used markings for large-sized packages Symbol number Marking name Graphical symbol Marking Meaning Requirements and examples 1 Center of gravity Reference: ISO 7000 (0627) Indicating the lifting center of gravity position of a package which will be handled as a single unit Requirements: ——Heavy packages shall be marked with the marking of “Center of gravity”; ——Where possible, the marking of “Center of gravity” shall be placed on all six sides at the center of gravity positions but at least on the two sides and two end faces of the package; ——The marking of “Center of gravity” shall be applied to in correct positions in order to convey the meaning clearly and fully. Note: OTE 1 When heavy cargo tips over during the handling or hoisting, it could not only cause damage to the package, but also lead to injuries to on-site workers and even fatal safety accidents. Therefore, determining the center of gravity position of the package is of vital importance. Example:

Contents Foreword i 1 Scope 2 Normative references 3 Terms and definitions 4 Marking names, graphical symbols and meanings 5 Dimensions and colors of markings 5.1 Dimensions of markings 5.2 Colors of markings 6 Marking application methods 6.1 Use of marking 6.2 Number and position of markings Annex A (Informative) Comparison of clause/subclause numbers between this document and ISO 780: 2015 Annex B (Informative) Technical differences between this document and ISO 780:2015 and their justifications Bibliography