The application of coding and marking in the daily chemical industry—which includes household cleaners, detergents, and personal care products like cosmetics and shampoos—is essential for legal compliance, product safety, and supply chain traceability.

This process involves applying printed codes, symbols, and labels onto primary (bottle, container) and secondary (case, carton) packaging to link the physical product to its associated data

Key Applications and Information Coded

Coding and marking fulfill several critical functions in the daily chemical and personal care sectors:

Function	Описание	Key Information Coded
Traceability & Inventory	Allows manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to track a product from its production line through the supply chain to the consumer. This is crucial for efficient inventory management and targeted product recalls.	Lot Codes/Batch Codes, Date of Manufacture (DOM), Expiration/Best-Before Dates (BBD), Time Stamps, Internal Shift Codes.
Regulatory Compliance	Ensures products meet strict governmental and international labeling requirements to protect consumer health and safety.	Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Pictograms (for hazardous cleaners), Signal Words (“Danger,” “Warning”), Hazard Statements, Precautionary Statements, UFI Code (Unique Formula Identifier, required in the EU for certain mixtures).
Anti-Counterfeiting & Security	Deters the creation and distribution of fake products, which is a major concern for popular cosmetic and personal care brands.	Serialization Codes, 2D Data Matrix Codes, and often covert markings like Invisible UV Fluorescent Inks that are only visible under a blacklight.
Supply Chain Logistics	Enables automated scanning and sorting during warehousing and shipping processes.	1D Barcodes (e.g., UPC/EAN), Shipping Information, Product Identifiers.