MCC OB Packaging Technical Manual - Version 4.0

METRO Own Brands Packaging
Technical Manual
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Version 4.0 – October 2021
Document Approvals & History
Own Brand Packaging Technical Manual
Approved by
Sébastien BLANCHARD, Version no. 4.0
Global Director Food Sourcing & Own Brand Management
Aligned with
Jens BRESLER,
Head of Own Brand Hospitality and Packaging
Implementation of document : 01.10.2021
Owner of document
Dr. Ana RESCEK,
Head of Technical Packaging
Document History
Date Content of change Reason for change Chapter Changed by
01.07.2014 Up-date Up-date All H.Tomasino
08.02.2017 Up-date New Own Brand re-launch All Technical Packaging Team
16.01.2019 Not changed E-signature Ch. 1 & App. 1 Technical Packaging Team
01.10.2021 Up-date Up-date All Technical Packaging Team

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INTRO REQUIREMENTS TERMS & REF FSC/PEFC SRP SHIPPING MARKS PALLETISATION PACK DATA SPI
Index
1. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................... 4
SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................. 4
DOCUMENTS REFERRING TO THIS TECHNICAL MANUAL ............................................................................. 4
DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO IN THIS TECHNICAL MANUAL........................................................................... 4
2. REGULATIONS, DOCUMENTS, AND REQUIREMENTS ....................... 5

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 5
PACKAGING COMMITMENTS .................................................................................................................... 6
REQUIREMENTS PER PACKAGING LEVELS ................................................................................................ 7
3. TERMS AND REFERENCES................................................................... 8

PRIMARY PACKAGING (SELLING UNIT) ..................................................................................................... 8
SECONDARY PACKAGING (TRANSPORT UNIT)........................................................................................... 8
TERTIARY PACKAGING (PALLET UNIT)...................................................................................................... 8
TAMPER-EVIDENT PACKAGING ................................................................................................................ 8
4. APPENDICES.......................................................................................... 9
APPENDIX 1 – FSC AND PEFC CERTIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 10
APPENDIX 2 – SHELF READY PACKAGING ............................................................................................. 11
APPENDIX 3 – SHIPPING MARKS LABEL .................................................................................................. 14
APPENDIX 4 – PALLETISATION .............................................................................................................. 15
APPENDIX 5 – PACKAGING DATA ........................................................................................................... 17
APPENDIX 6 – SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING ICONS (SPI) ........................................................................... 27

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1. Introduction
Metro Own Brands Packaging Technical Manual is the property of the company METRO AG. Its
copying, transferring, distributing in whole and part requires the consent of METRO AG.
This technical manual describes MCC requirements for the definition of packaging solutions and
the marking and labelling of packaging according to:
o MCC Own Brand Tray Design Manual

o MCC Country Logistic Guidelines (when existing)
o MGB Hong-Kong General Packaging Instructions (for MGB HK suppliers)
Please contact respective METRO’s technical packaging expert for ideas and suggestions to
develop and improve packaging for customer fitness of use, sustainability, and innovations.
Packaging solutions created by suppliers on behalf of MCC must be notified to

METRO’s technical packaging expert and approved prior to use.
Scope
The technical manual outlines the minimum packaging requirements applicable for suppliers of
own brand products in addition to existing country specific legal requirements and METRO GROUP
Standards. Any exception must be authorised, justified, and recorded by METRO’s technical
packaging expert.
Documents referring to this technical manual
Document Details
METRO Chef, METRO

Design Manuals of the Flagships Brands
Professional, METRO Premium
Aro, Fine Life, Rioba, Sigma,
Brand Manuals of all the Exclusive Brands
Tarrington House
METRO Common Sourcing Own Brand Development
All Own Brands
Process – Food Handbook
Documents referred to in this technical manual
Document Mentioned in pages
MCC Packaging Policy Page 5

MCC Own Brand Design Manual Page 5
MCC Own Brand Tray Design Manual Pages 4; 11; 12; 15
Supplier Instructions – METRO / Fercam Page 15
M|Quality - User Manual for Specification Management Page 17
Design Manual Sustainable Packaging Icons Page 27

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2. Regulations, documents, and requirements
General requirements
Regulations & Standard Details

For EU countries, comply with the Directive 94/62/EC, EU Directive 2018/851
Packaging and packaging waste
on waste, EU Directive 2018/852 on packaging and packaging waste
EU Directive 2019/904 on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic
Single Use Plastic
products on the environment
Packaging materials identification For EU countries, comply with decision 97/129/EC
Food contact materials
For EU countries, comply with the regulations (EC) No 1935/2004, (EC) No
(including inks, adhesives, varnish
2023/2006
and coatings)
For EU countries, comply with the regulation EU 2020/1245 which modifies
and corrects Regulation EU 10/2011, on plastic materials and objects
intended to come into contact with food and the regulation (EC) No
Food contact plastic materials
1895/2005 (on epoxy derivatives). During the transitional period, supporting
documents (DoC) can be based on the directive 2002/72/EC or regulation EU
No. 10/2011 (PIM).
Food contact regenerated
For EU countries, comply with the Regulation 2007/42/EC.
cellulose films
Food contact ceramics For EU countries, comply with the Regulation 84/500/EC.
Adhesives, Glues and printing inks According to the guidelines of the EuPIA (European Printing Ink Association).
Active and intelligent materials For EU countries, comply with the Regulation (EC) No 450/2009.
The UN Model Regulations classifies dangerous goods in 9 classes:
Explosives, Gases, Flammable liquid, Flammable solids, Oxidizers and
organic peroxides, Toxic and infectious substances, Radioactive material,
Corrosive substances and Miscellaneous dangerous substances. The
packing group (PG) then further classifies the level of danger according to PG
Dangerous goods I, PG II or PG III. Together class and PG dictate packaging, labelling and
carrying of the dangerous goods, including inner and outer packaging, the
suitability of packaging materials, and the marks and label they must bear.
Comply with relevant UN-approved model regulations (ADR, RID, code

IMDG, ADN, IATA and ICAO).
All products must include barcodes in accordance with international GS1
International GS1 standards standards.
EAN 128 must be included on collective packaging.
METRO documents Details

o Use paper, paperboard, and cardboard from FSC, PEFC certified or
min 70% recycled sources in primary and secondary packaging levels.
o Ban Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Polyvinyl den chloride (PVdC), and
MCC Packaging Policy Expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging where viable technical alternative
exists
o Reduce the weight, the thickness, the dimension, or the complexity of the
packaging
MCC Own Brand Design Manual Meet MCC Own Brand Design Manual requirements
Packaging Requirement Profile Be in line with the Packaging Requirement Profile
In addition Details
Use low migration and sustainable inks for food contact packaging safety and
Printing
to respect the environment.

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Packaging commitments
Dow Jones Sustainability

Details
Indexes
Ban PVC on all packaging levels by September 2023

(where solution on the market is available)
Ban EPS on all packaging levels by September 2023

(where solution on the market is available)
FSC/PEFC certified OR minimum 70% recycled content in primary and

secondary paper/cardboard/wood packaging by September 2023
Reduce 2 000t of plastic by September 2023
Ellen MacArthur
Details
Foundation
Take action to eliminate problematic or unnecessary plastic packaging by

2025. (includes PVC, PVdC, EPS, Black carbon pigment in plastic)
Take action to move from single use towards reuse models where relevant by
2025
100% of plastic packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025
Increase recycled content in all plastic packaging by 2025

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Requirements per packaging levels
METRO requirements – Primary packaging
Be designed for recyclability

Be optimised so that material weight and volume are kept to the necessary minimum.
Do not contain PVC, PVdC, EPS, carbon black pigment in plastic
If in paper, cardboard, or wood: Must be FSC/PEFC certified OR have minimum 70% recycled content
Ensure product protection and integrity during the whole supply chain process
To minimise the migration of mineral oils:
Paper/Cardboard/wood should be with virgin fibres and have vegetable-based inks
Inks used must have low migration and be suitable for food primary packaging.
Be tamper evident
Be easy to carry
Be easy to open
Be easy to use/handle
Appendix 3 - Be labelled with shipping marks label if no secondary packaging is used
Appendix 5 - Be detailed and documented in our system M|Quality
METRO requirements – Secondary packaging

For handling in warehouses and stores: the whole unit should weight ≤15kg
Be dimensionally designed according to the product size inside
Be dimensionally designed for optimised handling (easy to take, carry and display)
Be easy to open so that cutters/knives are not necessary
For Shelf Ready Packaging, look clean after opening (not torn, not distorted)
Do not contain PVC, PVdC, EPS, carbon black pigment in plastic
If in paper, cardboard, or wood: Must be FSC/PEFC certified OR have minimum 70% recycled content
Appendix 2 - Be in line with Shelf Ready Packaging requirements
Appendix 3 - Be in line with Shipping marks label requirements
Appendix 4 - Be dimensionally designed for optimised palletisation
METRO requirements – Tertiary packaging
Be stable (load properly fixed) and ensure the product safety

Stackable pallet: 1050mm, including pallet height
Up to this height, block stacking will be done unless indicated by the supplier.
Non-stackable pallet: 1800mm, including pallet height
Appendix 4 - Be in line with Palletisation requirements
METRO requirements – Handling & Loading
Be loaded in a clean truck or container (free of contamination by dust, insects…).

Refer or dry container must be decided together with MCC depending on the product characteristics.
Be suitably protected and stabilised
Remain neat and clean

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3. Terms and references1
Primary packaging (Selling unit)

Packaging conceived to constitute a sales unit to the final user or consumer at the point of
purchase1.
Secondary packaging (Transport unit)

Packaging conceived to constitute at the point of purchase a grouping of sales units whether it is
sold to the final user or consumer or whether it serves only to replenish the shelves at the point of
sale. It can be removed from the product without affecting its characteristics.1
Shelf Ready Packaging Regular Slotted Case Wrap Around Case

(SRP) (RSC, FEFCO 0201) (WA, FEFCO 0406)
Tertiary packaging (Pallet unit)

Packaging conceived to facilitate handling and transport of sales units or grouped packaging to
prevent physical handling and transport damage. Transport packaging does not include road, rail,
ship, and air containers.1
Pallet box Pallet Container
Tamper-evident packaging
Tamper evident packaging helps consumers identify whether a container has been opened prior to
purchase. Tamper evident packaging includes breakable caps (for bottles of water for example), tear
away caps, shrink sleeve.
1
Source: Directive 94/62/EC on packaging and packaging waste

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4. Appendices

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Appendix 1 – FSC and PEFC certifications
1. Introduction: Chain of Custody
C.o.C. is a mechanism for tracking certified material from the forest to the final product to ensure
that it is not sourced from illegal harvest forests, converted to plantation, or containing GMO trees.
There are 2 predominant systems for forest certification: FSC and PEFC
2. What are the FSC and PEFC certifications?

FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of Forest
Certification) provide global standards for forest management, which cover a balance of
environmental, social, and economic aspects. The well-being of forest communities and ecosystems is
as important as replacing trees in ensuring the future of the world’s forests.
Both certifications demonstrate, through independent certification, that the paper and/or wood
packaging come from well-managed sources and/or verified recycled material.
Even though they have the same goal to support management of the world’s forests with the C.o.C.
requirements; they do not accept each other. Both logos cannot be applied on one packaging.
Moreover, FSC is applied mostly by large scale forestry, NGO’s, and states while PEFC is applied
by forest owners, wood industries and government.
3. How can packaging suppliers be FSC or PEFC certified?

To get these certifications, all actors in the chain of custody, from the forest owners till the
packaging suppliers, must be audited by a FSC or PEFC certified organism. Our product suppliers and
METRO, as wholesaler, need to obtain the trademark license to get the logo on our packs.
Once certified, holder of the certificate can use the right logo, applied directly on packaging.
Important point: If a packaging supplier is FSC/PEFC certified, it doesn’t mean that all packaging
from this supplier is FSC/PEFC certified. (e.g.: FSC/PEFC certified cardboard supplier can produce
FSC/PEFC certified cardboard and NOT FSC/PEFC certified cardboard).
4. Which documents should be provided with FSC/PEFC certified packaging?

A material specification or an invoice which states: the material category and, if applicable, the
associated percentage or credit claim stated for each product item or for the total products; the
supplier’s FSC Chain of Custody or FSC Controlled Wood code is quoted for material supplied with
FSC claims. This document must be provided to MCC for packaging documentation.
5. Logo
FSC Logos PEFC Logos
Important point: Only the holder of the FSC or PEFC certificate can apply the logo on a pack and a
certification body must check the artwork. When both a product and its packaging can be certified
(e.g.: tissues in folding box, outdoor furniture in cardboard box…), a descriptive text below the
promotional panel or on-product label should be included.
6. METRO commitments
METRO externally committed to have FSC/PEFC certification or minimum 70% recycled content in
all primary and secondary paper/cardboard/wood packaging (excluding labels) by September 2023.
By signing this document, you agree that all primary and secondary packaging made
of board, paper and/or wood will be FSC certified, PEFC certified or containing
minimum 70 % of recycled content.

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Appendix 2 – Shelf Ready Packaging
1. Definition
Shelf Ready Packaging (SRP) is the term used to refer to a product that comes in a ready
merchandised unit which is easy to identify, easy to open, can easily be put onto the shelf and
disposed of, allowing an optimisation of shelf replenishment and enhanced visibility. SRP is also called
RRP (Retail Ready Packaging), and ready to sell.
2. Requirements
The SRP must meet 5 criteria:
1. Easy to identify
o Allow consumer easy identification of the product (with icons for example1)
o SRP should be printed according to the MCC Own Brand Tray Design Manual.
2. Easy to open
o Without a tool (knife, cutter) and ideally with one hand.
o If tape is used, make sure that the tape is not preventing the
opening or covering the artwork (logo, product name…).
o Be quick to open in maximum 10s
o Opening must be clearly identified by color indicators, hatch or
illustrated by opening instructions2 to minimize the time
required for opening by employees.
3. Easy to shelf
o Be easy to handle. The SRP with products inside must not
weight more than 15kg.
o The length of the SRP must not be more than 600mm. 1Example of
2Example of
4. Easy to shop icons opening

o Allow customer easy access to the product instructions
o The products must be stable in it. The SRP sides’ height must
be high enough to prevent products from falling (common rules are >1/4 or >1/3 of product
height)
o Products must be standing in SRP for the front of pack to be visible on shelves (exceptions
can be mentioned in Packaging Requirement Profile)
o Products must be properly displayed in the SRP
o The number of products per SRP must be defined for optimised palletisation
(examples can be found in the Appendix 4)
5. Easy to dispose
o Use the minimum quantity of packaging material (cardboard, plastic)
o Be easy to dispose of

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3. Possible types
At MCC, we do not consider tray with shrink as a shelf ready packaging if it requires the use of a
tool (cutter, knife) for opening. Trays and perforated boxes should be printed according to MCC Own
Brand Tray Design Manual.
TYPE DRAWING EXAMPLES REQUIREMENTS
If lid is used:
Tray with or without
lid - the lid must be easy to remove
(holes for fingers can be used)
If shrink film is used:

Tray with perforated
shrink film - it requires film perforation to open
without the use of a knife
Perforations must be with clean

Regular Slotted edges: no torn pieces, perforation
Case (RSC): “dots” holes according to the
FEFCO 0201 with decision three in page 13.
perforations Holes for fingers must be large
enough (Ø 30 mm)
Perforations must be with clean

Wrap Around Case edges: no torn pieces, perforation
(WA): “dots” holes according to the
FEFCO 0406 with decision three in page 13.
perforations Holes for fingers must be large
enough (Ø 30 mm)

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4. Perforation rule
Many perforated rules have a different pattern depending on the corrugation direction.
o When designing the perforation, both the edges of the SRP packaging and the corners along
the perforation should be considered for clean and easy opening.
o The perforation line of an SRP package should start with a cut to reduce tearing forces.
o The holes for fingers at the start of the opening should not be designed too close to the edge
of the SRP packaging, as this will result in a significant deterioration of the edge quality.
o The opening forces should be adjusted to the product weight so that they do not exceed it.
If the opening forces are too high, an adjustment of the cut/web ratio of the perforation is
performed.
Examples:
✓ 
Visible edge of Tear edge of

a two-part packaging system a one-piece packaging system
5. Decision tree
Decision tree can be used to define the perforation type for the box.
The SRP WITH PRODUCTS INSIDE will be asked in Packaging Requirement profile and
METRO’s technical packaging expert will test the handling, the opening and product visibility
and validate it or not.

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Appendix 3 – Shipping marks label
1. Definition
Label attached to the secondary packaging (or primary packaging if there is no secondary
packaging) with the necessary logistic information.
1. The shipping marks label must not cover text, graphics, and symbols.
2. The shipping marks label format and positioning on the packaging must be approved by MCC
prior to use.
3. Shipping Marks must be visible on the pallet
Examples
2. Requirements
TYPE OF SECONDARY PACKAGING INFORMATION REQUIRED
• Article description
• Barcode
• Quantity of selling units in the carton
• Distributor address
Inner carton
• Article description
Regular Slotted Case
• Barcode
• Quantity of selling units in the carton
• Country of origin
• Measurement of the buying unit
• Gross weight of the buying unit
• Production Date
Shelf Ready Packaging • Lot number
• Distributor address
Tray

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Appendix 4 – Palletisation
1. Pallet Box
o The type of pallet (wood, paper) and size (full ½, ¼) to be used must be discussed and approved
by MCC prior to use.
o ½ pallet and ¼ pallet must be delivered on Euro pallet.
o Openings on each large side: 1200mm for Euro pallet, 800mm for ½ pallet, 600mm for ¼ pallet
Two types of pallet box openings are accepted:
o Perforated openings (1)
o Openings are already cut, and a cardboard sheet is covering them (2)
Brands
Pallet boxes
1 2 1 2
Brown inside and outside Brown inside and printed white outside
Pallet boxes= trays please refer to MCC Own Brand Tray Design Manual.
2. Pallet label (SSCC)

Label attached to the tertiary packaging with the necessary logistic information. Serial Shipping
Container Code (SSCC) is an 18-digit number which can be used on the pallet to identify a logistics
unit. For further information, please refer Supplier Instructions – METRO / Fercam.
Example of SSCC label Placement on pallet of the SSCC Label

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3. Pallet optimizations
At METRO, palletization should be optimized to ensure efficient transportation and storage.
Minimum 85% of the pallet's surface area should be used. In case of a lower percentage, suppliers
might be reached for palletization improvement.
FROM TO RESULTS
From 28 packs per

Shelf Ready Packaging To 24 packs per SRP
(SRP)
Option 1 +192 Selling units
Change the content of per pallet (28%)
secondary packaging
Pallet area used: 66,9% Pallet area used: 89,8%

From 300x240x260mm To 258x234x275mm
+40 Selling units

Option 2 per pallet (15%)
Change the dimensions
of secondary packaging
13 SRP per layer 15 SRP per layer
Secondary packaging dimensions must be adjusted to products,
not oversized to reach the 85%.
From product in bulk To product in order
Option 3 + 4 packs per pallet
Rethink the primary
-107 pallets per year
packaging
Palletization patterns can be simulated by software; like Capepack. If you do not have such
software, your packaging supplier may support you or you can contact us.

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Appendix 5 – Packaging data
If you are awarded, we will ask you to detail the packaging systems and upload some documents
in our system M|Quality. This information in M|Quality will be requested for Food, Beverage and Near-
food (Detergents, disposables, cosmetics, napkins…) products and available for our country
colleagues. This is an official database to create reports and declare our quantity of material used.
You can find detailed explanations in the M|Quality - User Manual for Specification Management
available in the system.
If it is your first time on M|Quality, please request an e-training to the METRO’s technical
packaging expert responsible for these articles.
Link to M|Quality: https://mqualityapp.com/
1. Packaging components information

All packaging components from primary to tertiary packaging level must be reported in the
system. Below an example of data request with the Aro Sunflower Oil 1L.
LEVEL PRIMARY PACKAGING SECONDARY PACKAGING TERTIARY PACKAGING
Image
Packaging BOTTLE
BOX PALLET
components CAP – Tethered cap swap on
LABEL FILM – Stretch wrap film
to report LABEL
Sections in
M|Quality

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2. Mandatory information to inform in the system
In the system, mandatory fields (marked with red star * and circled on the screen shot below)
must be completed:
o Component Description
o Food Contact
o Material
o Component Weight
o % of Recycled content
o Recyclable
o FSC/PEFC certification (in case of cellulose fibres material selected)
Primary packaging
Secondary packaging
Tertiary packaging
To go further, we will also ask you to complete the following cells:

o Print Method
o Packaging Certification
o Total Thickness (in µm or in mm)
o Dimensions
o Specifications about the material in the 2nd tab at the top (example with carboard below)

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3. Packaging documents
The documents are used to confirm the information filled in the tables (mentioned in the previous
page) and to help to better understand the packaging system.
Document uploads will be visible at the bottom of each Packaging Component Section (for
primary and secondary packaging level).
Only the palletisation document should be uploaded in Palletisation Section.
DOCUMENT NAME DESCRIPTION

The Food Contact Certificate (also called Declaration of Compliance) must be the latest
version (in English) mentioning material specific regulations for the packaging materials and
articles. You will find the list of legislation numbers on page 5 in Food Contact Regulations
details.
Note: This upload button will only appear if the packaging component is in contact with food.
This document should mention the material specification (such as exact material type,
thickness, dimensions, weight), material processing, chemical and physical performances (test
results, e.g permeability) of the packaging component.
The Technical drawing is a precise and detailed drawing of the packaging component
shape. It should include:
- the dimensions,
- the positioning of zip or any specific feature (if necessary)
- the flute direction (for cardboard packaging)
-
In case of printed component, under technical drawing should be uploaded the die-cut
including:
- the printed area
- the dimensions,
- clear marking of non-printable areas (gluing, sealing, stapling…)
- the positioning of zip or any specific feature (if necessary)
- the flute direction (for cardboard packaging)

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DOCUMENT NAME DESCRIPTION
The FSC or PEFC certificate should prove the validity of the certification and give the
registration code.
In case of limited validity of the document, a new document should be uploaded in the
system before the expiration date.
Note: This upload button will only appear if you select a cellulose fibre-based material and if
you mention that the packaging is certified.
The palletisation Document should reflect the position of the selling unit in the transport unit
(if not directly on the pallet) and the palletisation pattern. The number of primary packaging per
secondary packaging and number of secondary packaging per pallet should be clearly visible.
In case a 3D palletisation pattern is not possible, a pallet picture is accepted if the position of
the secondary packaging or primary packaging (in case it is directly on the pallet) is clearly
visible.
4. Packaging icons
The packaging icons section is to gather all icons which are present on the printed packaging.
Please select the icons which should be applied on the artwork such as Triman, Green dot, FSC,
PEFC, etc…In case of certification with an expiration date, please enter the date in the "Expiration
Date" cell.
We are also adding here the Sustainable Packaging Icons (see Appendix 6).

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5. Packaging components
In M|Quality there are 2 drop-down lists to select the component type:
o Component description: to mention the general name of the packaging component
o Component details: To detail more the packaging component
(This list will be automatically adapted according to the selection of component description.)
In the following pages, please find packaging component names (in English) with photos to
support you to select the right Component Description and Details in the system thanks to a colour
code (see explanation below). Contact the METRO’s technical packaging expert to get the latest
updated list if you do not find the needed component.
Color code:
Component description
Component Details Component Details

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A
AEROSOL CAN
Can/Tin 2 pieces Can/Tin 3 pieces

B
BAG
Pillow bag with

Bag in box pouch Block bottom bag Doypack Flat bag PacXpert™
gusset
Sachet with Standard pillow

Sachet 3 Side seals bag Stick pack Vacuum bag
precut bag
BOTTLE
Round Square Squeeze bottle top up Squeeze bottle top down
BOX
Bag in box Display Dispenser Folding box
Pallet box Perforated box Regular Slotted Case Wrap Around
BAND BANDEROLE BARREL BASKET BELT BLADE BLISTER

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BUBBLE FILM BUCKET BOWL
C
CAN/TIN
2 pieces 3 pieces
CANISTER CARD CASING CLAMSHELL CORE CORNER
CUP CRATE
CAP
Cork Crown Pull off bottle Push down & turn

Flip tear
stopper cap cap cap
Screw Screw cap with Swing-top

Squeeze lock cap Stopper
cap gasket cap
Tethered cap Tethered cap Tethered cap Tethered cap Tethered cap
Twist Off Cap
clip in swing aside swing down snap on swing over

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CLIP CUSHION
Solid Flexible Corner Chips / Peanut Product shape
D-E
DISPENSING CLOSURE
Flip top cap

Fine mist Flip-up spout
Disc top cap Flapper Flip top cap with silicon Pourer
sprayer cap
valve
Pump Push pull cap Tap Trigger sprayer Twist top cap Yorker spout cap
DIVIDER ENVELOPE
F
FILM
(can be plastic e.g.

processed meat)
Shrink wrap Stretch wrap

Flexible foil Interlayer Rigid foil Window Wrapper
film film
G-H
GEL PACK HANDLE
J-K
JAR JUG KEG
Oval Round Square

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L
LABEL
Shipping marks label SSCC label Sticker
LID
Thermoformed lid Flexible lid film
LIQUID CARTON
Liquid carton
Liquid carton with cap Liquid carton without cap
with easy opening / precut
M
MOULD
Rectangular Round
N
NET NOZZLE
Girsac Standard Straight Tulip shape

P
PALLET
Chep Double sided Euro GMA style Half Honeycomb

Beverage pallet
pallet pallet pallet 4-way pallet pallet
IGPS Peco Plastic POD Quarter Slave Stringer

pallet pallet pallet pallet pallet pallet pallet

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Pads
S
SHEET
Inlay Interlayer Round plate Slip sheet Square plate Topper
SLEEVE STRIP SKIN PACK
Full body sleeve Neck sleeve Partly body sleeve

T
TRAY
Flexible tray Stackable tray Thermoformed tray
TUBE TAPE TRIPOD TUB
Flexible tube Pipe Rigid tube (e.g.: used to protect cakes)
V
VALVE

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Appendix 6 – Sustainable Packaging Icons (SPI)
Sustainability is an important topic and is one of the key pillars in packaging development. This
topic is also in the interest of our customer. For that reason, we communicate more to our customers
about sustainable changes made in our Own Brand packaging thanks to the Sustainable Packaging
Icons (SPI).
1. Description of the icon

The icon is composed by 3 elements:
1. Drop outline
2. Packaging shape in the drop
3. Description of the optimisation below the drop
2. Icons available
Below icons are currently available. To avoid any confusion with the product material, the word
"packaging" should be added in the description of the icons for Non Food and Near Food categories.
The icons below should always include packaging shape in the drop frame.
3. How to use the icons

The use of the icon will be confirmed by the METRO’s technical packaging expert.
The rules how and where to apply it are detailed in the Sustainable Packaging Icons Design
Manual.

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2. REGULATIONS, DOCUMENTS, AND REQUIREMENTS ....................... 5

3. TERMS AND REFERENCES................................................................... 8

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MCC Packaging Policy Page 5

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Regulations & Standard Details

Comply with relevant UN-approved model regulations (ADR, RID, code

METRO documents Details

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Dow Jones Sustainability

Ban PVC on all packaging levels by September 2023

Ban EPS on all packaging levels by September 2023

FSC/PEFC certified OR minimum 70% recycled content in primary and

Reduce 2 000t of plastic by September 2023

Take action to eliminate problematic or unnecessary plastic packaging by

100% of plastic packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025

Increase recycled content in all plastic packaging by 2025

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METRO requirements – Primary packaging

Be designed for recyclability

METRO requirements – Secondary packaging

METRO requirements – Tertiary packaging

Be stable (load properly fixed) and ensure the product safety

METRO requirements – Handling & Loading

Be loaded in a clean truck or container (free of contamination by dust, insects…).

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Primary packaging (Selling unit)

Secondary packaging (Transport unit)

Shelf Ready Packaging Regular Slotted Case Wrap Around Case

Tertiary packaging (Pallet unit)

Pallet box Pallet Container

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2. What are the FSC and PEFC certifications?

3. How can packaging suppliers be FSC or PEFC certified?

4. Which documents should be provided with FSC/PEFC certified packaging?

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4. Easy to shop icons opening

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TYPE DRAWING EXAMPLES REQUIREMENTS

If shrink film is used:

Perforations must be with clean

Perforations must be with clean

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Visible edge of Tear edge of

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3. Shipping Marks must be visible on the pallet