DIM Dimensions

To specify dimensions.

Position: 010 · Element: 6145 · Name: Dimension qualifier · Type: String (AN) · Requirement: Mandatory · Min: 1 · Max: 3 · Repeat: -

To specify the dimensions applicable to each of the transportable units.

020 C211 Dimensions Composite (composite) Mandatory 6411

Position: 010 · Element: 6411 · Name: Measure unit qualifier · Type: String (AN) · Requirement: Mandatory · Min: 1 · Max: 3 · Repeat: -

Indication of the unit of measurement in which weight (mass), capacity, length, area, volume or other quantity is expressed.

See UN/ECE Recommendation 20, common code.

Position: 020 · Element: 6168 · Name: Length dimension · Type: Numeric (N) · Requirement: Conditional · Min: 1 · Max: 15 · Repeat: -

Length of pieces or packages stated for transport purposes.

Position: 030 · Element: 6140 · Name: Width dimension · Type: Numeric (N) · Requirement: Conditional · Min: 1 · Max: 15 · Repeat: -

Width of pieces or packages stated for transport purposes.

Position: 040 · Element: 6008 · Name: Height dimension · Type: Numeric (N) · Requirement: Conditional · Min: 1 · Max: 15 · Repeat: -

Height of pieces or packages stated for transport purposes.

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