Packaging & Labeling

The 2D Direct Parts Marking Guideline is a comprehensive document focused on current 2D symbology parts identification methods, the common needs of manufacturing and assembly locations and performance capabilities of various marking and scanning technologies. Covering the marking and reading of Data Matrix and/or QR Code symbols marked directly on parts using laser, dot peen and inkjet technologies, this guideline is intended as a supplement to the AIAG Parts Identification and Tracking Applicat...

Common reporting templates for Aluminum and Steel Derivatives for reporting aluminum content and steel content needed due to current tariff regulations. 

Organizations will benefit from using one template for multiple customers and needing to only make needed adjustments based on the customer and product. 

Each template contains the essential reporting information needed including: 

• Customer Part Number
• Supplier Part Number
• HTS Code
• Part Description
• Total value of aluminum/steel content (in USD)
• Percent...

This guide serves as an aid for automotive suppliers in the development of their business continuity programs and can be adapted for small, medium and large organizations. It can also be used to validate an existing business continuity program. This document replaces the original Crisis Management for the Automotive Supply Chain which focused on emergency responses. It has been expanded to include all elements of business continuity planning including emergency, communications, business resumpti...

Containers come in a lot of different shapes and sizes from a lot of different suppliers. The Container Performance Test Guidelines, RC-9, provide a common test methodology by which containers can be compared on an objective one-to-one basis. The tests are intended to challenge the containers with forces that are related to the hazards present in their typical handling environments. The tests outlined in this guideline are not validations and cannot predict working load limits, but if you need a...

Common reporting template for reporting copper content needed due to current tariff regulations. Industries will benefit from using one template for multiple customers and needing to only make needed adjustments based on the customer and product.

This product contains a common set of minimal security guidelines, General Computing Controls, that apply to all 3rd Parties who create, collect, store, transmit, manage, process an OEM's data and information in an environment external to the OEM's. These controls represent the OEM while in the course of doing business and/or providing vital/critical goods or services to the OEM. These security guidelines will focus on the secure exchange and protection of information between the OEM's and their...

This report is the first step in a project to develop reference documents that provide guidance for improving product data quality throughout the supply chain.

AIAG's Electronic Proof of Delivery (EPOD) standardizes the administrative process of the delivery of vehicles to dealers. This standardization eliminates varying reporting practices between suppliers, reducing administration costs at all points in the delivery chain. OEMs, transportation suppliers, and dealers benefit from a more concise, rapid, and accurate recording of deliveries.

Navigate the complexities of lithium-ion battery management with expert guidance that addresses the latest challenges in EV technology and supply chain safety. This best-in-class resource provides clear, practical protocols for the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of batteries across the automotive supply chain and beyond. It focuses on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, environmental responsibility, and standardized processes to help organizations meet today's demands. ...

The AIAG Finished Vehicle Logistics Quality Handling Manual (developed in partnership with ECG, Association of European Vehicle Logistics), improves operations by reducing duplicated activities and provides a common vehicle handling guideline between the European Union and North America. Standardizing vehicle handling practices globally leads to a reduction in damage rates and the more rapid and effective transporting of vehicles, on haulaway trucks, as well as railcars and ocean carriers.

Created and updated by the AIAG Damage Claims Work Group, the M-22 guideline provides standardization and clarity on a number of transportation industry processes. Now in its 6th edition, the document includes an all-new section on inspection verification, revised and reassigned damage codes, a complete revision to specifically identify and report chock securement and spacing deficiency, and numerous changes to the Type and Area codes listing. Note: The M-22 is offered as part of a kit, paired w...

The M-22 guideline provides standardization and clarity on a number of transportation industry processes. The document includes an all-new section on inspection verification, revised and reassigned damage codes, a complete revision to specifically identify and report chock securement and spacing deficiency, and numerous changes to the Type and Area codes listing.

The M-26 guideline was developed by the AIAG Battery Electric Vehicle Work Group to address the proper handling of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by railroads, car haulers, yard managers, port processors, marine terminals, and 3PLs. Along with information on safety resources and government agencies to assist service/transportation providers in the event of an emergency, this document addresses key questions on charging, critical battery storage requirements, handling instructions for extreme t...

Developed by the AIAG Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) Connected Vehicle Work Group, this critical industry guidance provides best practices for supply chain reporting through the connected vehicle using common visibility event definitions as a model. The M-25 outlines the standard physical distribution event descriptions, definitions, and Cloud-based content to improve the visibility of the FVL supply chain, utilizing a minimum set of transactions from the vehicle itself. Get your copy today to...

Provides recommended business practices and technical guidelines for using the UN/EDIFACT DELJIT message. This global document was created as a joint effort of AIAG, JAMA/JAPIA and Odette.

Global automotive industry standard that describes the format for a common transport label design to facilitate the movement of goods and the exchange of data among all members of the supply chain.

This Global Material Management Logistics Agreement (GMMLA) recommendation contains operational guidelines for a materials management and logistics agreement between parties.

The Key Performance Indicators for Global Material Management and Logistics provides recommended business practices for the evaluation of supplier delivery performance between trading partners.

Free Offsetting Credits Template

The May 2025 executive order implementing Section 232 tariffs on auto parts created a massive shift for global supply chains. To help trade teams manage the administrative burden of auto offset credits, the AIAG Tariff Work Group has released a new, free Offsetting Credits Template. This practical, ready-to-use resource makes it easier to build a Part Profile and accurately complete a 7501 Entry Summary in a single, consolidated place, helping you streamline your ...

Packaging Data Forms across various companies are somewhat similar yet all unique. This means suppliers fill out the same data over and over on each unique form. Various pieces of data needed for the forms can be stored in several different places so a lot of time is spent filling one out and often, within a few days, the same data is needed again for another customer's form. The AIAG Standard Packaging Data Form is designed to eliminate this repetition, saving you time and reducing the poten...

Outlines the symbologies recommended for automotive part identification and tracking. Recommends the use of the linear symbologies, Code 39 or Code 128, or the 2-D symbologies, Data Matrix or QR Code.

Provides a practical guide to trading partner label quality assurance.

Considering using (more) returnable containers? This guideline provides extensive detail on managing a returnable container inventory required to transport a variety of materials through the supply chain. Beginning with a brief explanation of factors to consider when deciding between returnable, multi-use containers and expendable, single-use containers, the document covers various issues to consider with returnable containers - from financial considerations, container selection and identificati...

These specifications define the overall dimensions, layout, sizes, materials and key features of the wheel shipping system. This wheel shipping system, referred to as the wheel pack, provides an alternative to the steel wheel rack.

Describes the template for bar code labels on shipping containers - both unit loads and transport packages. Physical parameters of the symbols and labels are provided and a bar code quality level is specified.

Wireless sensor technology enables the identification of multiple objects in very short time - without direct line of sight - and enables bulk reading of tags. Wireless sensor technologies for purposes of these standards includes RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), and LPWAN Low Power Wide Area Network). Due to these characteristics, wireless sensor technology is proving as more effective and efficient than other Automatic Identification (AutoID) techniques such as...

This workbook includes the requirements of NAFTA. It includes an in-depth discussion of the NAFTA Rules of Origin, a content reporting business process, supplier compliance requirements with the AALA regulations, and a resource section.