# Packaging

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Packaging in transport and logistics refers to all materials and containers – cartons, films, cushioning, wooden frames, plastic boxes – that enclose, protect, and make goods manageable for shipment or storage.

Packaging in transport and logistics refers to all materials and containers – cartons, films, cushioning, wooden frames, plastic boxes – that enclose, protect, and make goods manageable for shipment or storage. It serves three core functions: protecting cargo from mechanical damage, moisture, and compression; identifying goods through labelling and barcodes; and enabling efficient manual and automated handling. Packaging also carries direct legal weight: dangerous goods consignments are subject to mandatory requirements under ADR, the IMDG Code, or IATA-DGR, and inadequate packaging can expose the shipper to liability for resulting damage. Pallet dimensions, stacking loads, and outer markings are frequently governed by contract between shipper and consignee, with a direct impact on freight rates, insurance premiums, and damage claims. Not to be confused with the packaging instruction, which specifies how a given packaging solution must be implemented.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verpackung](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verpackung)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Packaging |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 136 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verpackung |

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