Notification or update type
Early notification
Use for a complete record issued earlier than approximately six months before publication
Advance notification (confirmed)
Use for a complete record issued to confirm advance information approximately six months before publication; or for a complete record issued after that date and before information has been confirmed from the book-in-hand
Notification confirmed on publication
Use for a complete record issued to confirm advance information at or just before actual publication date, usually from the book-in-hand, or for a complete record issued at any later date
Update (partial)
In ONIX 3.0 or later only, use when sending a ‘block update’ record. A block update implies using the supplied block(s) to update the existing record for the product, replacing only the blocks included in the block update, and leaving other blocks unchanged – for example, replacing old information from Blocks 4 and 6 with the newly-received data while retaining information from Blocks 1–3, 5 and 7–8 untouched. In previous ONIX releases, and for ONIX 3.0 or later using other notification types, updating is by replacing the complete record with the newly-received data
Delete
Use when sending an instruction to delete a record which was previously issued. Note that a Delete instruction should NOT be used when a product is cancelled, put out of print, or otherwise withdrawn from sale: this should be handled as a change of Publishing status, leaving the receiver to decide whether to retain or delete the record. A Delete instruction is used ONLY when there is a particular reason to withdraw a record completely, eg because it was issued in error
Notice of sale
Notice of sale of a product, from one publisher to another: sent by the publisher disposing of the product
Notice of acquisition
Notice of acquisition of a product, by one publisher from another: sent by the acquiring publisher
Test update (Partial)
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Record may be processed for test purposes, but data should be discarded when testing is complete. Sender must ensure the <RecordReference> matches a previously-sent Test record
Test record
Record may be processed for test purposes, but data should be discarded when testing is complete. Sender must ensure the <RecordReference> does not match any previously-sent live product record
Product composition
Single-component retail product
Single-component, not available separately
Used only when an ONIX record is required for a component-as-an-item, even though it is not currently available as such
Multiple-component retail product
Multiple-component product retailed as a whole
Multiple-item collection, retailed as separate parts
Used only when an ONIX record is required for a collection-as-a-whole, even though it is not currently retailed as such
Trade-only product
Product available to the book trade, but not for retail sale, and not carrying retail items, eg empty dumpbin, empty counterpack, promotional material
Multiple-item trade-only pack
Product available to the book trade, but not for general retail sale as a whole. It carries multiple components for retailing as separate items, eg shrink-wrapped trade pack, filled dumpbin, filled counterpack
Multiple-item pack
Carrying multiple components, primarily for retailing as separate items. The pack may be split and retailed as separate items OR retailed as a single item. Use instead of Multiple-item trade-only pack (code 30) if the data provider specifically wishes to make explicit that the pack may optionally be retailed as a whole
Record source type
Unspecified
Publisher
Publisher’s distributor
Use to designate a distributor providing primary warehousing and fulfillment for a publisher or for a publisher’s sales agent, as distinct from a wholesaler
Wholesaler
Bibliographic agency
Bibliographic data aggregator
Library bookseller
Library supplier. Bookseller selling to libraries (including academic libraries)
Publisher’s sales agent
Use for a publisher’s sales agent responsible for marketing the publisher’s products within a territory, as opposed to a publisher’s distributor who fulfills orders but does not market
Publisher’s conversion service provider
Downstream provider of e-publication format conversion services (who might also be a distributor or retailer of the converted e-publication), supplying metadata on behalf of the publisher. The assigned ISBN is taken from the publisher’s ISBN prefix
Conversion service provider
Downstream provider of e-publication format conversion services (who might also be a distributor or retailer of the converted e-publication), supplying metadata on behalf of the publisher. The assigned ISBN is taken from the service provider’s prefix (whether or not the service provider dedicates that prefix to a particular publisher)
ISBN Registration Agency
ISTC Registration Agency
Retail bookseller
Bookseller selling primarily to consumers
Education bookseller
Bookseller selling primarily to educational institutions
Library
Library service providing enhanced metadata to publishers or other parties
Product identifier type
Proprietary
For example, a publisher’s or wholesaler’s product number or SKU. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
ISBN-10
International Standard Book Number, pre-2007 (10 digits, or 9 digits plus X, without spaces or hyphens) – now Deprecated in ONIX for Books, except where providing historical information for compatibility with legacy systems. It should only be used in relation to products published before 2007 – when ISBN-13 superseded it – and should never be used as the ONLY identifier (it should always be accompanied by the correct GTIN-13 / ISBN-13)
GTIN-13
GS1 Global Trade Item Number, formerly known as EAN article number (13 digits, without spaces or hyphens)
UPC
UPC product number (12 digits, without spaces or hyphens)
ISMN-10
International Standard Music Number, pre-2008 (M plus nine digits, without spaces or hyphens) – now Deprecated in ONIX for Books, except where providing historical information for compatibility with legacy systems. It should only be used in relation to products published before 2008 – when ISMN-13 superseded it – and should never be used as the ONLY identifier (it should always be accompanied by the correct GTIN-12 / ISMN-13)
DOI
Digital Object Identifier (variable length and character set beginning ‘10.’, and without https://doi.org/ or the older http://dx.doi.org/)
LCCN
Library of Congress Control Number in normalized form (up to 12 characters, alphanumeric)
GTIN-14
GS1 Global Trade Item Number (14 digits, without spaces or hyphens)
ISBN-13
International Standard Book Number, from 2007 (13 digits starting 978 or 9791–9799, without spaces or hyphens)
Legal deposit number
The number assigned to a publication as part of a national legal deposit process
URN
Uniform Resource Name: note that in trade applications an ISBN must be sent as a GTIN-13 and, where required, as an ISBN-13 – it should not be sent as a URN
OCLC number
A unique number assigned to a bibliographic item by OCLC
Co-publisher’s ISBN-13
An ISBN-13 assigned by a co-publisher. The ‘main’ ISBN sent with <ProductIDType> codes 03 and/or 15 should always be the ISBN that is used for ordering from the supplier identified in <SupplyDetail>. However, ISBN rules allow a co-published title to carry more than one ISBN. The co-publisher should be identified in an instance of the <Publisher> composite, with the applicable <PublishingRole> code
ISMN-13
International Standard Music Number, from 2008 (13-digit number starting 9790, without spaces or hyphens)
ISBN-A
Actionable ISBN, in fact a special DOI incorporating the ISBN-13 within the DOI syntax. Begins ‘10.978.’ or ‘10.979.’ and includes a / character between the registrant element (publisher prefix) and publication element of the ISBN, eg 10.978.000/1234567. Note the ISBN-A should always be accompanied by the ISBN itself, using <ProductIDType> codes 03 and/or 15
JP e-code
E-publication identifier controlled by JPOIID’s Committee for Research and Management of Electronic Publishing Codes
OLCC number
Unique number assigned by the Chinese Online Library Cataloging Center (see http://olcc.nlc.gov.cn)
JP Magazine ID
Japanese magazine identifier, similar in scope to ISSN but identifying a specific issue of a serial publication. Five digits to identify the periodical, plus a hyphen and two digits to identify the issue
UPC12+5
Used only with comic books and other products which use the UPC extension to identify individual issues or products. Do not use where the UPC12 itself identifies the specific product, irrespective of any 5-digit extension – use code 04 instead
BNF Control number
Numéro de la notice bibliographique BNF
ARK
Archival Resource Key, as a URL (including the address of the ARK resolver provided by eg a national library)
Product classification type
WCO Harmonized System
World Customs Organization Harmonized Commodity Coding and Description System, the basis of most other commodity code schemes. Use 6 digits, without punctuation. See https://www.wcoomd.org/en/topics/nomenclature/instrument-and-tools/hs-nomenclature-2022-edition.aspx and https://www.wcotradetools.org/en/harmonized-system
UNSPSC
UN Standard Product and Service Classification, including national versions adopted without any additions or changes to the codes or their meaning. Use 8 (or occasionally 10) digits, without punctuation
HMRC
UK Revenue and Customs classifications, based on the Harmonized System (8 or 10 digits, without punctuation, for exports from and imports into the UK respectively). See https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff
Warenverzeichnis für die Außenhandelsstatistik
German export trade classification, based on the Harmonised System
TARIC
EU TARIC codes, an extended version of the Harmonized System primarily for imports into the EU. Use 10 digits, without punctuation. See https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/customs-4/calculation-customs-duties/customs-tariff/eu-customs-tariff-taric_en
Fondsgroep
Centraal Boekhuis free classification field for publishers
Sender’s product category
A product category (not a subject classification) assigned by the sender
GAPP Product Class
Product classification maintained by the Chinese General Administration of Press and Publication (http://www.gapp.gov.cn)
CPA
Statistical Classification of Products by Activity in the European Economic Community, see http://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/ramon/nomenclatures/index.cfm?TargetUrl=LST_NOM_DTL&StrNom=CPA_2008. Use 6 digits, without punctuation. For example, printed children’s books are ‘58.11.13’, but the periods are normally ommited in ONIX
NCM
Mercosur/Mercosul Common Nomenclature, based on the Harmonised System. Use 8 digits, without punctuation
CPV
Common Procurement Vocabulary, uses to describe requirements for tender for public tendering and procurement within the EU. Code is a nine digit number (including the check digit). See http://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=URISERV:l22008
PKWiU
Polish Classification of Products and Services (2015). Use a single letter followed by 2 to 7 digits, without punctuation. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
HTSUS
US HTS (or HTSA) commodity codes for import of goods into USA (10 digits, without punctuation). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://hts.usitc.gov/current
US Schedule B
US Schedule B commodity codes for export from USA (10 digits, without punctuation). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See http://uscensus.prod.3ceonline.com
Clave SAT
Mexican SAT classification, based on UN SPSC with later modifications (8 digits, without punctuation). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.sat.gob.mx/consultas/53693/catalogo-de-productos-y-servicios
CN
EU Combined Nomenclature commodity codes, an extended version of the Harmonized System primarily for exports from the EU. Use 8 digits, without punctuation. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://trade.ec.europa.eu/access-to-markets/en/content/combined-nomenclature-0
CCT
Canadian Customs Tariff scheme, 8 or 10 digits for imports into and exports from Canada. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/trade-commerce/tariff-tarif/menu-eng.html
CACT
Australian ‘Working tariff’. Combined Australian Customs Tariff Nomenclature and Statistical Classification. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.abf.gov.au/importing-exporting-and-manufacturing/tariff-classification
NICO
Mexican Número de Identificación Comercial, 10 digits for imports into and exports from Mexico. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.snice.gob.mx/cs/avi/snice/nico.ligie.html
Electre genre
Typologie de marché géré par Electre (Market segment code maintained by Electre)
Trade category
UK open market edition
An edition from a UK publisher sold only in territories where exclusive rights are not held. Rights details should be carried in PR.21 (in ONIX 2.1) OR P.21 (in ONIX 3.0 or later) as usual
Airport edition
In UK, an edition intended primarily for airside sales in UK airports, though it may be available for sale in other territories where exclusive rights are not held. Rights details should be carried in PR.21 (in ONIX 2.1) OR P.21 (in ONIX 3.0 or later) as usual
Sonderausgabe
In Germany, a special printing sold at a lower price than the regular hardback
Pocket book
In countries where recognised as a distinct trade category, eg France « livre de poche », Germany ,Taschenbuch‘, Italy «tascabile», Spain «libro de bolsillo»
International edition (US)
Edition produced solely for sale in designated export markets
Library audio edition
Audio product sold in special durable packaging and with a replacement guarantee for the contained cassettes or CDs for a specified shelf-life
US open market edition
An edition from a US publisher sold only in territories where exclusive rights are not held. Rights details should be carried in PR.21 (in ONIX 2.1) OR P.21 (in ONIX 3.0 or later) as usual
Livre scolaire, déclaré par l’éditeur
In France, a category of book that has a particular legal status, claimed by the publisher
Livre scolaire (non spécifié)
In France, a category of book that has a particular legal status, designated independently of the publisher
Supplement to newspaper
Edition published for sale only with a newspaper or periodical
Precio libre textbook
In Spain, a school textbook for which there is no fixed or suggested retail price and which is supplied by the publisher on terms individually agreed with the bookseller
News outlet edition
For editions sold only through newsstands/newsagents
US textbook
In the US and Canada, a book that is published primarily for use by students in school or college education as a basis for study. Textbooks published for the elementary and secondary school markets are generally purchased by school districts for the use of students. Textbooks published for the higher education market are generally adopted for use in particular classes by the instructors of those classes. Textbooks are usually not marketed to the general public, which distinguishes them from trade books. Note that trade books adopted for course use are not considered to be textbooks (though a specific education edition of a trade title may be)
E-book short
‘Short’ e-book (sometimes also called a ‘single’), typically containing a single short story, an essay or piece of long-form journalism
Superpocket book
In countries where recognised as a distinct trade category, eg Italy «supertascabile». Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Beau-livre
Category of books, usually hardcover and of a large format (A4 or larger) and printed on high-quality paper, where the primary features are illustrations, and these are more important than text. Sometimes called ‘coffee-table books’ or ‘art books’ in English. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Podcast
Category of audio products typically distinguished by being free of charge (but which may be monetised through advertising content) and episodic. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Periodical
Category of books or e-books which are single issues of a periodical publication, sold as independent products. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Catalog
Publisher’s or supplier’s catalog (when treated as a product in its own right). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Atlas
Category of books containing a linked group of plates, tables, diagrams, lists, often but not always combined with maps or a geographical theme or approach. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Collection identifier type
Proprietary
For example, publisher’s own series ID. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
ISSN
International Standard Serial Number, unhyphenated, 8 digits
German National Bibliography series ID
Maintained by the Deutsche Nationalbibliothek
German Books in Print series ID
Maintained by VLB
Electre series ID
Maintained by Electre Information, France
DOI
Digital Object Identifier (variable length and character set)
ISBN-13
Use only where the collection (series or set) is available as a single product
URN
Uniform Resource Name using full URN syntax, eg urn:issn:1476-4687 – though where a specific code for the identifier type is available, use of that code (ie code 02 for ISSN) is preferred
JP Magazine ID
Japanese magazine identifier, similar in scope to ISSN. Five digits to identify the periodical, without any hyphen or two digit extension. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
BNF Control number
French National Bibliography series ID. Identifiant des publications en série maintenu par la Bibliothèque Nationale de France
ARK
Archival Resource Key, as a URL (including the address of the ARK resolver provided by eg a national library)
ISSN-L
International Standard Serial Number ‘linking ISSN’, used when distinct from the serial ISSN. Unhyphenated, 8 digits. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Text case flag
Undefined
Default
Sentence case
Initial capitals on first word and subsequently on proper names only, eg ‘The conquest of Mexico’
Title case
Initial capitals on first word and subsequently on all significant words (nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, subordinate conjunctions) thereafter. Unless they appear as the first word, articles, prepositions and coordinating conjunctions remain lower case, eg ‘The Conquest of Mexico’
All capitals
For example, ‘THE CONQUEST OF MEXICO’. Use only when Sentence or Title case are not possible (for example because of system limitations). Do NOT use simply because title is (correctly) in all caps (eg ‘BBQ USA’)
Title type
Undefined
Distinctive title (book); Cover title (serial); Title onf item or collection (serial content item or reviewed resource)
The full text of the distinctive title of the item, without abbreviation or abridgement. For books, generally taken from the title page (see codes 11–14 where an alternative title is provided on cover or spine). Where the item is an omnibus edition containing two or more works by the same author, and there is no separate combined title, a distinctive title may be constructed (by the sender) by concatenating the individual titles, with suitable punctuation, as in ‘Pride and prejudice / Sense and sensibility / Northanger Abbey’. Where the title alone is not distinctive, recipients may add elements may be taken from a set or series collection title and part number etc to create a distinctive title – but these elements should be provided separately by the sender
ISSN key title of serial
Serials only
Title in original language
Where the subject of the ONIX record is a translated item
Title acronym or initialism
For serials: an acronym or initialism of Title Type 01, eg ‘JAMA’, ‘JACM’
Abbreviated title
An abbreviated form of Title Type 01
Title in other language
A translation of Title Type 01 or 03, or an independent title, used when the work is translated into another language, sometimes termed a ‘parallel title’
Thematic title of journal issue
Serials only: when a journal issue is explicitly devoted to a specified topic
Former title
Books or serials: when an item was previously published under another title
Distributor’s title
For books: the title carried in a book distributor’s title file: frequently incomplete, and may include elements not properly part of the title
Alternative title on cover
An alternative title that appears on the cover of a book
Alternative title on back
An alternative title that appears on the back of a book
Expanded title
An expanded form of the title, eg the title of a school text book with grade and type and other details added to make the title meaningful, where otherwise it would comprise only the curriculum subject. This title type is required for submissions to the Spanish ISBN Agency
Alternative title
An alternative title that the book is widely known by, whether it appears on the book or not (including a title used in another market – but see code 06 for translations)
Alternative title on spine
An alternative title that appears on the spine of a book. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Work identifier type
Proprietary
Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
ISBN-10
10-character ISBN of manifestation of work, when this is the only work identifier available – now Deprecated in ONIX for Books, except where providing historical information for compatibility with legacy systems. It should only be used in relation to products published before 2007 – when ISBN-13 superseded it – and should never be used as the ONLY identifier (it should always be accompanied by the correct GTIN-13 / ISBN-13 of the manifestation of the work)
DOI
Digital Object Identifier (variable length and character set)
ISTC
International Standard Text Code (16 characters: numerals and letters A-F, unhyphenated)
ISBN-13
13-character ISBN of a manifestation of work, when this is the only work identifier available (13 digits, without spaces or hyphens)
ISRC
International Standard Recording Code
GLIMIR
Global Library Manifestation Identifier, OCLC’s ‘manifestation cluster’ ID
OWI
OCLC Work Identifier
ISCC
International Standard Content Code, a ‘similarity hash’ derived algorithmically from the content itself (see https://iscc.codes). <IDValue> is a sequence comprising the Meta-Code and Content-Code ISCC-UNITSs generated from a digital manifestation of the work, as a variable-length case-insensitive alphanumeric string (or 27 characters including one hyphen if using ISCC v1.0, but this is deprecated). Note alphabetic characters in v1.x ISCCs use Base32 encoding and are conventionally upper case. The ‘ISCC:’ prefix is omitted. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Contributor role code
By (author)
Author of a textual work
With
With or as told to: ‘ghost’ or secondary author of a literary work (for clarity, should not be used for true ‘ghost’ authors who are not credited on the book and whose existence is secret)
Screenplay by
Writer of screenplay or script (film or video)
Libretto by
Writer of libretto (opera): see also A31
Lyrics by
Author of lyrics (song): see also A31
By (composer)
Composer of music
By (artist)
Visual artist when named as the primary creator of, eg, a book of reproductions of artworks
By (photographer)
Photographer when named as the primary creator of, eg, a book of photographs
Created by
For example of editorial concept, of board game, etc
From an idea by
Designed by
Illustrated by
Artist when named as the creator of artwork which illustrates a text, or the originator (sometimes ‘penciller’ for collaborative art) of the artwork of a graphic novel or comic book
Photographs by
Photographer when named as the creator of photographs which illustrate a text
Text by
Author of text which accompanies art reproductions or photographs, or which is part of a graphic novel or comic book
Preface by
Author of preface
Prologue by
Author of prologue
Summary by
Author of summary
Supplement by
Author of supplement
Afterword by
Author of afterword
Notes by
Author of notes or annotations: see also A29
Commentaries by
Author of commentaries on the main text
Epilogue by
Author of epilogue
Foreword by
Author of foreword
Introduction by
Author of introduction: see also A29
Footnotes by
Author/compiler of footnotes
Memoir by
Author of memoir accompanying main text
Experiments by
Person who carried out experiments reported in the text
Introduction and notes by
Author of introduction and notes: see also A20 and A24
Software written by
Writer of computer programs ancillary to the text
Book and lyrics by
Author of the textual content of a musical drama: see also A04 and A05
Contributions by
Author of additional contributions to the text
Appendix by
Author of appendix
Index by
Compiler of index
Drawings by
Cover design or artwork by
Use also for the cover artist of a graphic novel or comic book if named separately
Preliminary work by
Responsible for preliminary work on which the work is based
Original author
Author of the first edition (usually of a standard work) who is not an author of the current edition
Maps by
Maps drawn or otherwise contributed by
Inked or colored by
Use for secondary creators when separate persons are named as having respectively drawn and inked/colored/finished artwork, eg for a graphic novel or comic book. Use with A12 for ‘drawn by’. Use A40 for ‘finished by’, but prefer more specific codes A46 to A48 instead of A40 unless the more specific secondary roles are inappropriate, unclear or unavailable
Paper engineering by
Designer or paper engineer of die-cuts, press-outs or of pop-ups in a pop-up book, who may be different from the illustrator
Continued by
Use where a standard work is being continued by somebody other than the original author
Interviewer
Interviewee
Comic script by
Writer of dialogue, captions in a comic book (following an outline by the primary writer)
Inker
Renders final comic book line art based on work of the illustrator or penciller (code A12). Preferred to code A40
Colorist
Provides comic book color art and effects. Preferred to code A40
Letterer
Creates comic book text balloons and other text elements (where this is a distinct role from script writer and/or illustrator), or creates calligraphy in non-comic products
Cover inker
Renders final comic book cover line art based on work of the cover designer (code A36), where different from the inker of the interior line art. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cover colorist
Provides comic book cover color art and effects, where different from the colorist of the interior art and effects. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Research by
Person or organization responsible for performing research on which the work is based. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Original character design
(for comic books). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Other primary creator
Other type of primary creator not specified above
Edited by
Revised by
Retold by
Abridged by
Adapted by
Translated by
As told by
Translated with commentary by
This code applies where a translator has provided a commentary on issues relating to the translation. If the translator has also provided a commentary on the work itself, codes B06 and A21 should be used
Series edited by
Name of a series editor when the product belongs to a series
Edited and translated by
Editor-in-chief
Guest editor
Volume editor
Editorial board member
Editorial coordination by
Managing editor
Founded by
Usually the founder editor of a serial publication (de: Begruendet von)
Prepared for publication by
Associate editor
Consultant editor
Use also for ‘advisory editor’, ‘series advisor’, ‘editorial consultant’ etc
General editor
Dramatized by
General rapporteur
In Europe, an expert editor who takes responsibility for the legal content of a collaborative law volume
Literary editor
Editor who is responsible for establishing the text used in an edition of a literary work, where this is recognised as a distinctive role (es: editor literario)
Arranged by (music)
Technical editor
Responsible for the technical accuracy and language, may also be involved in coordinating and preparing technical material for publication
Thesis advisor or supervisor
Thesis examiner
Scientific editor
Responsible overall for the scientific content of the publication
Historical advisor
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Original editor
Editor of the first edition (usually of a standard work) who is not an editor of the current edition. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Translation revised by
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Other adaptation by
Other type of adaptation or editing not specified above
Compiled by
For puzzles, directories, statistics, etc
Selected by
For textual material (eg for an anthology)
Non-text material selected by
Eg for a collection of photographs etc
Curated by
Eg for an exhibition
Other compilation by
Other type of compilation not specified above
Producer
Of a film, of a theatrical or multimedia production, of dramatized audio etc
Director
Of a film, of a theatrical or multimedia production, of dramatized audio etc
Conductor
Conductor of a musical performance
Choreographer
Of a dance performance. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Other direction by
Other type of direction not specified above
Actor
Performer in a dramatized production (including a voice actor in an audio production)
Dancer
Narrator
Where the narrator is a character in a dramatized production (including a voice actor in an audio production). For the ‘narrator’ of a non-dramatized audiobook, use code E07
Commentator
Vocal soloist
Singer etc
Instrumental soloist
Read by
Reader of recorded text, as in an audiobook
Performed by (orchestra, band, ensemble)
Name of a musical group in a performing role
Speaker
Of a speech, lecture etc
Presenter
Introduces and links other contributors and material, eg within a documentary
Introduction read by
Reader of recorded introduction (or other ‘front matter’) in an audiobook. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Performed by
Other type of performer not specified above: use for a recorded performance which does not fit a category above, eg a performance by a stand-up comedian
Filmed/photographed by
Cinematographer, etc
Editor (film or video)
Other recording by
Other type of recording not specified above
Assisted by
May be associated with any contributor role, and placement should therefore be controlled by contributor sequence numbering
Honored/dedicated to
Enacting jurisdiction
For publication of laws, regulations, rulings etc. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Peer reviewed
Use with <UnnamedPersons> code 02 as a ‘flag’ to indicate the publication is anonymously peer-reviewed. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Posthumously completed by
May be associated with any contributor role, and placement should therefore be controlled by contributor sequence numbering. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
(Various roles)
For use ONLY with ‘et al’ or ‘Various’ within <UnnamedPersons>, where the roles of the multiple contributors vary
Other
Other creative responsibility not falling within A to F above
Person / organization name type
Unspecified
Usually the name as it is presented on the book
Pseudonym
May be used to give a well-known pseudonym, where the primary name is a ‘real’ name
Authority-controlled name
Earlier name
Use only within <AlternativeName>
‘Real’ name
May be used to identify a well-known real name, where the primary name is a pseudonym
Transliterated / translated form of primary name
Use only within <AlternativeName>, when the primary name type is unspecified, for names in a different script or language
Later name
Use only within <AlternativeName>
Fictional character name
Use only within <NameAsSubject> to indicate the subject is fictional, or in <AlternativeName> alongside <UnnamedPersons> to indicate a human-like name for a synthetic voice or AI. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unnamed person(s)
Unknown
Anonymous
Note that Anonymous can be interpreted as singular or plural. A real name can be provided using <AlternativeName> where it is generally known
et al
And others. Use when some but not all contributors are listed
Various
When there are multiple contributors, and none are listed individually. Use for example when the product is a pack of books by different authors
Synthesised voice – male
Use with Contributor role code E07 ‘read by’, eg for audio books with digital narration
Synthesised voice – female
Use with Contributor role code E07 ‘read by’, eg for audio books with digital narration
Synthesised voice – unspecified
Use with Contributor role code E07 ‘read by’, eg for audio books with digital narration
Synthesised voice – based on real voice actor
Use with Contributor role code E07 ‘read by’, eg for audio books with digital narration, and provide name of voice actor in <AlternativeName>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
AI (Artificial intelligence)
Use when the creator (of text, of images etc) is a generative AI model or technique. Note, can also be combined with the role ‘assisted by’. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Event role
Publication linked to conference
For example an academic, professional or political conference
Complete proceedings of conference
Selected papers from conference
Publication linked to sporting event
For example a competitive match, fixture series or championship
Programme or guide for sporting event
Publication linked to artistic event
For example a theatrical or musical event or performance, a season of events or performances, or an exhibition of art
Programme or guide for artistic event
Publication linked to exposition
For example a commercial exposition
Programme or guide for exposition
Edition type
Abridged edition
Content has been shortened: use for abridged, shortened, concise, condensed
Acting edition
Version of a play or script intended for use of those directly involved in a production, usually including full stage directions in addition to the text of the script
Adapted edition
Content has been adapted to serve a different purpose or audience, or from one medium to another: use for dramatization, novelization etc. Use <EditionStatement> to describe the exact nature of the adaptation
Alternate
Do not use. Deprecated, but retained in the list for reasons of backwards compatibility. Not for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Annotated edition
Content is augmented by the addition of notes
Bilingual edition
Both languages should be specified in the <Language> group. Use MLL for an edition in more than two languages
Bilingual ‘facing page’ edition
Use only where the two languages are presented in parallel on facing pages, or in parallel columns of text on a single page (otherwise use BLL). Both languages should be specified in the <Language> group
Braille edition
Braille edition
Budget edition
Product sold at lower price than other editions, usually with lower quality paper or binding to reduce production costs. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Combined volume
An edition in which two or more works also published separately are combined in a single volume; AKA ‘omnibus edition’, or in comic books a ‘trade paperback’ (fr: ‘intégrale’)
Critical edition
Content includes critical commentary on the text
Coursepack
Content was compiled for a specified educational course
Digital original
A digital product that, at the time of publication, has or had no physical counterpart and that is or was not expected to have a physical counterpart for a reasonable time (recommended at least 30 days following publication)
Enhanced edition
Use for e-publications that have been enhanced with additional text, speech, other audio, video, interactive or other content
Enlarged edition
Content has been enlarged or expanded from that of a previous edition
Easy-to-read edition
Book which uses highly simplified wording, clear page layout and typography to ensure the content can be understood by those with intellectual disabilities. See https://www.inclusion-europe.eu/easy-to-read for guidelines. See also SMP for editions with simplified language. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Expurgated edition
‘Offensive’ content has been removed
Facsimile edition
Exact reproduction of the content and format of a previous edition
Festschrift
A collection of writings published in honor of a person, an institution or a society
High readability edition
Edition optimised for high readability, typically featuring colored or tinted page backgrounds to reduce contrast, extra letter, word and line spacing to reduce crowding and isolate individual words, simplified page layouts and an open, sans serif font (or occasionally, an unusual font design) intended to aid readability. Sometimes labelled ‘dyslexia-friendly’. See also code SMP if the text itself is simplified, and codes LTE or ULP if the type size is significantly larger than normal. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Illustrated edition
Content includes extensive illustrations which are not part of other editions
International edition
A product aimed specifically at markets other than the country of original publication, usually titled as an ‘International edition’ and with specification and/or content changes
Large type / large print edition
Large print edition, print sizes 14 to 19pt – see also ULP
Microprint edition
A printed edition in a type size too small to be read without a magnifying glass
Media tie-in
An edition published to coincide with the release of a film, TV program, or electronic game based on the same work. Use <EditionStatement> to describe the exact nature of the tie-in
Multilingual edition
All languages should be specified in the ‘Language’ group. Use BLL for a bilingual edition
New edition
Where no other information is given, or no other coded type or edition numbering is applicable
Edition with numbered copies
A limited or collectors’ edition in which each copy is individually numbered, and the actual number of copies is strictly limited. Note that the supplier may limit the number of orders fulfilled per retail outlet. Use <EditionStatement> to give details of the number of copies printed
Paperback original
A product published in any form of soft cover, that at the time of publication, has or had no counterpart in any other format, and that is or was not expected to have such a counterpart for a reasonable time (recommended at least 30 days following publication). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Prebound edition
In the US, a book that was previously bound, normally as a paperback, and has been rebound with a library-quality hardcover binding by a supplier other than the original publisher. See also the <Publisher> and <RelatedProduct> composites for other aspects of the treatment of prebound editions in ONIX
Revised edition
Content has been revised from that of a previous edition (often used when there has been no corresponding increment in the edition number, or no edition numbering is available)
School edition
An edition intended specifically for use in schools
Signed edition
Individually autographed by the author(s)
Simplified language edition
An edition that uses simplified language, usually for second or additional language learners. See ETR for highly simplified editions for readers with intellectual disabilities
Special edition
Use for anniversary, collectors’, de luxe, gift, limited (but prefer codes NUM or UNN as appropriate), autographed (but prefer code SIG as appropriate) edition. Use <EditionStatement> to describe the exact nature of the special edition
Student edition
Where a text is available in both student and teacher’s editions
Teacher’s edition
Where a text is available in both student and teacher’s editions; use also for instructor’s or leader’s editions, and for editions intended exclusively for educators where no specific student edition is available
Unabridged edition
Where a title has also been published in an abridged edition; also for audiobooks, regardless of whether an abridged audio version also exists
Ultra large print edition
For print sizes 20pt and above, and with typefaces designed for the visually impaired – see also LTE
Edition with unnumbered copies
A limited or collectors’ edition in which each copy is not individually numbered – but where the actual number of copies is strictly limited. Note that the supplier may limit the number of orders fulfilled per retail outlet. Use <EditionStatement> to give details of the number of copies printed
Unexpurgated edition
Content previously considered ‘offensive’ has been restored
Variorum edition
Content includes notes by various commentators, and/or includes and compares several variant texts of the same work
Vorlesebücher
Readaloud edition – specifially intended and designed for reading aloud (to children). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Language role
Language of text
Original language of a translated text
Where the text in the original language is NOT part of the current product
Language of abstracts
Where different from language of text: used mainly for serials
Original language in a multilingual edition
Where the text in the original language is part of a bilingual or multilingual product
Translated language in a multilingual edition
Where the text in a translated language is part of a bilingual or multilingual product
Language of audio track
For example, on an audiobook or video product. Use for the only available audio track, or where there are multiple tracks (eg on a DVD), for an alternate language audio track that is NOT the original. (In the latter case, use code 11 for the original language audio if it is included in the product, or code 10 to identify an original language that is not present in the product)
Language of subtitles
For example, on a DVD
Language of original audio track
Where the audio in the original language is NOT part of the current product
Original language audio track in a multilingual product
Where the audio in the original language is part of a multilingual product with multiple audio tracks
Language of notes
Use for the language of footnotes, endnotes, annotations or commentary, instructions or guidance for use etc, where it is different from the language of the main text
Language of introduction / end matter
Use for the language of any introductory text, prologue, etc, or epilogue, end matter, etc, where it is different from the language of the main text. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Target language of teaching / learning
Eg for the book ‘Ingles para latinos’, English. For phrasebooks and language teaching, learning or study material. Wherever possible, the language should also be listed as the subject of the book. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Additional vocabulary / text in this language
Use of significant words, phrases, quotations or short passages from a language other than the main language of the text, as an integral part of the text. This does not include ‘loanwords’, academic Latin, etc. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Extent type
Main content page count
The highest-numbered page in a single numbered sequence of main content, usually the highest Arabic-numbered page in a book; or, for books without page numbers or (rarely) with multiple numbered sequences of main content, the total number of pages that carry the main content of the book. Note that this may include numbered but otherwise blank pages (eg pages inserted to ensure chapters start on a recto page) and may exclude unnumbered (but contentful) pages such as those in inserts/plate sections. It should exclude pages of back matter (eg any index) even when their numbering sequence continues from the main content. Either this or the Content Page count is the preferred page count for most books for the general reader. For books with substantial front and/or back matter, include also Front matter (03) and Back matter (04) page counts, or Total numbered pages (05). For books with inserts (plate sections), also include Total unnumbered insert page count whenever possible
Total text length
Number of words or characters of natural language text
Front matter page count
The total number of numbered (usually Roman-numbered) pages that precede the main content of a book. This usually consists of various title and imprint pages, table of contents, an introduction, preface, foreword, etc
Back matter page count
The total number of numbered (often Roman-numbered) pages that follow the main content of a book. This usually consists of an afterword, appendices, endnotes, index, etc. It excludes extracts or ‘teaser’ material from other works, and blank (or advertising) pages that are present only for convenience of printing and binding
Total numbered pages
The sum of all Roman- and Arabic-numbered pages. Note that this may include numbered but otherwise blank pages (eg pages inserted to ensure chapters start on a recto page) and may exclude unnumbered (but contentful) pages such as those in inserts/plate sections. It is the sum of the main content (00), front matter (03) and back matter (04) page counts
Production page count
The total number of pages in a book, including unnumbered pages, front matter, back matter, etc. This includes any extracts or ‘teaser’ material from other works, and blank pages at the back that carry no content and are present only for convenience of printing and binding
Absolute page count
The total number of pages of the book counting the cover as page 1. This page count type should be used only for digital publications delivered with fixed pagination
Number of pages in print counterpart
The total number of pages (equivalent to the Content page count, code 11) in the print counterpart of a digital product delivered without fixed pagination, or of an audio product
Duration
Total duration in time, expressed in the specified extent unit. This is the ‘running time’ equivalent of code 11
Notional number of pages in digital product
An estimate of the number of ‘pages’ in a digital product delivered without fixed pagination, and with no print counterpart, given as an indication of the size of the work. Equivalent to code 08, but exclusively for digital or audio products
Content page count
The sum of all Roman- and Arabic-numbered and contentful unnumbered pages. Sum of page counts with codes 00, 03, 04 and 12, and also the sum of 05 and 12
Total unnumbered insert page count
The total number of unnumbered pages with content inserted within the main content of a book – for example inserts/plate sections that are not numbered
Duration of introductory matter
Duration in time, expressed in the specified extent units, of introductory matter. This is the ‘running time’ equivalent of code 03, and comprises any significant amount of running time represented by a musical intro, announcements, titles, introduction or other material prefacing the main content
Duration of main content
Duration in time, expressed in the specified extent units, of the main content. This is the ‘running time’ equivalent of code 00, and excludes time represented by announcements, titles, introduction or other prefatory material or ‘back matter’
Duration of back matter
Duration in time, expressed in the specified extent units, of any content that follows the main content of a book. This may consist of an afterword, appendices, endnotes, end music etc. It excludes extracts or ‘teaser’ material from other works. This is the ‘running time’ equivalent of code 04
Production duration
Duration in time, expressed in the specified extent units, of the complete content of a book. This is the ‘running time’ equivalent of code 06, and includes time represented by musical themes, announcements, titles, introductory and other prefatory material, plus ‘back matter’ such as any afterword, appendices, plus any extracts or ‘teaser’ material from other works
Number of cards
In a pack of educational flash cards, playing cards, postcards, greeting cards etc. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Number of write-in pages
Count of the number of pages within the main content page count that are blank or substantially blank, intended for the reader to fill in (eg in a journal). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Filesize
Approximate size of a digital file or package (in the form it is downloaded), expressed in the specified extent unit
Storage filesize
Approximate size of storage space required for a digital file or package in the form in which it is usually stored for use on a device, where this is different from the download filesize (see code 22), and expressed in the specified extent unit. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Extent unit
Physical pieces
Unbound sheets or leaves, where ‘pages’ is not appropriate. For example a count of the individual number of cards in a pack. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. For number of pieces in eg a jigsaw, kit, board game, see <ProductFormFeature> and code 22 from list 79
Characters
Approximate number of characters (including spaces) of natural language text. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Words
Approximate number of words of natural language text
Pages
Hours (integer and decimals)
Minutes (integer and decimals)
Seconds (integer only)
Tracks
Of an audiobook on CD (or a similarly divided selection of audio files). Conventionally, each track is 3–6 minutes of running time, and track counts are misleading and inappropriate if the average track duration is significantly more or less than this. Note that track breaks are not necessarily aligned with structural breaks in the text (eg chapter breaks)
Discs
Of an audiobook on multiple Red Book audio CDs. Conventionally, each disc is 60–70 minutes of running time, and disc counts are misleading and inappropriate if the average disc duration is significantly more or less than this (for example if the discs are Yellow Book CDs containing mp3 files). Note that disc breaks are not necessarily aligned with structural breaks in the text (eg chapter breaks). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hours HHH
Fill with leading zeroes if any elements are missing
Hours and minutes HHHMM
Fill with leading zeroes if any elements are missing
Hours minutes seconds HHHMMSS
Fill with leading zeroes if any elements are missing. If centisecond precision is required, use HHHMMSScc. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bytes
Kbytes
Mbytes
Illustration and other content type
Unspecified, see description
See description in the <IllustrationTypeDescription> element
Illustrations, black and white
Illustrations, color
Halftones, black and white
Including black and white photographs
Halftones, color
Including color photographs
Line drawings, black and white
Line drawings, color
Tables, black and white
Tables, color
Illustrations, unspecified
Halftones, unspecified
Including photographs
Tables, unspecified
Line drawings, unspecified
Halftones, duotone
Maps
Frontispiece
Diagrams
Figures
Charts
Recorded music items
Recorded music extracts or examples, or complete recorded work(s), accompanying textual or other content
Printed music items
Printed music extracts or examples, or complete music score(s), accompanying textual or other content
Graphs
To be used in the mathematical sense of a diagram that represents numerical values plotted against an origin and axes, cf codes 16 and 18
Plates, unspecified
‘Plates’ means illustrations that are on separate pages bound into the body of a book
Plates, black and white
‘Plates’ means illustrations that are on separate pages bound into the body of a book
Plates, color
‘Plates’ means illustrations that are on separate pages bound into the body of a book
Index
Bibliography
Inset maps
Larger-scale inset maps of places or features of interest included in a map product
GPS grids
GPS grids included in a map product
Glossary
Table of contents
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gazetteer
Geographical index. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Subject scheme identifier
Dewey
Dewey Decimal Classification
Abridged Dewey
LC classification
US Library of Congress classification
LC subject heading
US Library of Congress subject heading
NLM classification
US National Library of Medicine medical classification
MeSH heading
US National Library of Medicine Medical subject heading
NAL subject heading
US National Agricultural Library subject heading
AAT
Getty Art and Architecture Thesaurus heading
UDC
Universal Decimal Classification
BISAC Subject Heading
BISAC Subject Headings are used in the North American market to categorize books based on topical content. They serve as a guideline for shelving books in physical stores and browsing books in online stores. See https://www.bisg.org/complete-bisac-subject-headings-list
BISAC Regional theme
A geographical qualifier used with a BISAC subject category
BIC subject category
For all BIC subject codes and qualifiers, see https://bic.org.uk/resources/BIC-Standard-Subject-Categories/
BIC geographical qualifier
BIC language qualifier (language as subject)
BIC time period qualifier
BIC educational purpose qualifier
BIC reading level and special interest qualifier
DDC-Sachgruppen der Deutschen Nationalbibliografie
Used for German National Bibliography since 2004 (100 subjects). Is different from value 30. See http://www.dnb.de/service/pdf/ddc_wv_aktuell.pdf (in German) or http://www.dnb.de/eng/service/pdf/ddc_wv_aktuell_eng.pdf (English)
LC fiction genre heading
Keywords
For indexing and search purposes, not normally intended for display. Where multiple keywords or keyword phrases are sent, this should be in a single instance of the <SubjectHeadingText> element, and it is recommended that they should be separated by semi-colons (this is consistent with Library of Congress preferred practice)
BIC children’s book marketing category
See PA/BIC CBMC guidelines at https://bic.org.uk/resources/childrens-books-marketing-classifications/
BISAC Merchandising Theme
BISAC Merchandising Themes are used in addition to BISAC Subject Headings to denote an audience to which a work may be of particular appeal, a time of year or event for which a work may be especially appropriate, or to further describe fictional works that have been subject-coded by genre
Publisher’s own category code
Proprietary subject scheme
As specified in <SubjectSchemeName>
Tabla de materias ISBN
Latin America
Warengruppen-Systematik des deutschen Buchhandels
See https://vlb.de/assets/images/wgsneuversion2_0.pdf (in German)
SWD
Schlagwortnormdatei – Subject Headings Authority File in the German-speaking countries. See http://www.dnb.de/standardisierung/normdateien/swd.htm (in German) and http://www.dnb.de/eng/standardisierung/normdateien/swd.htm (English). Deprecated in favor of the GND
Thèmes Electre
Subject classification used by Electre (France)
CLIL Classification thématique
France. A four-digit number, see https://clil.centprod.com/listeActive.html (in French)
DNB-Sachgruppen
Deutsche Bibliothek subject groups. Used for German National Bibliography until 2003 (65 subjects). Is different from value 18. See http://www.dnb.de/service/pdf/ddc_wv_alt_neu.pdf (in German)
NUGI
Nederlandse Uniforme Genre-Indeling (former Dutch book trade classification)
NUR
Nederlandstalige Uniforme Rubrieksindeling (Dutch book trade classification, from 2002), see http://www.boek.nl/nur (in Dutch)
ECPA Christian Book Category
Former ECPA Christian Product Category Book Codes, consisting of up to three x 3-letter blocks, for Super Category, Primary Category and Sub-Category, previously at http://www.ecpa.org/ECPA/cbacategories.xls. No longer maintained by the ECPA. Deprecated
SISO
Schema Indeling Systematische Catalogus Openbare Bibliotheken (Dutch library classification)
Korean Decimal Classification (KDC)
A modified Dewey Decimal Classification used in the Republic of Korea
DDC Deutsch 22
German Translation of Dewey Decimal Classification 22. Also known as DDC 22 ger. See http://www.ddc-deutsch.de/produkte/uebersichten/
Bokgrupper
Norwegian book trade product categories (Bokgrupper) administered by the Norwegian Publishers Association (http://www.forleggerforeningen.no/)
Varegrupper
Norwegian bookselling subject categories (Bokhandelens varegrupper) administered by the Norwegian Booksellers Association (http://bokhandlerforeningen.no/)
Læreplaner-KL06
Norwegian school curriculum version. Deprecated
Nippon Decimal Classification
Japanese subject classification scheme
BSQ
BookSelling Qualifier: Russian book trade classification
ANELE Materias
Spain: subject coding scheme of the Asociación Nacional de Editores de Libros y Material de Enseñanza
Utdanningsprogram
Codes for Norwegian ‘utdanningsprogram’ used in secondary education. See: http://www.udir.no/. (Formerly labelled ‘Skolefag’)
Programområde
Codes for Norwegian ‘programområde’ used in secondary education. See http://www.udir.no/. (Formerly labelled ‘Videregående’ or ‘Programfag’)
Undervisningsmateriell
Norwegian list of categories for books and other material used in education
Norsk DDK
Norwegian version of Dewey Decimal Classification
Varugrupper
Swedish bookselling subject categories
SAB
Swedish classification scheme
Läromedelstyp
Swedish bookselling educational subject type
Förhandsbeskrivning
Swedish publishers preliminary subject classification
Spanish ISBN UDC subset
Controlled subset of UDC codes used by the Spanish ISBN Agency
ECI subject categories
Subject categories defined by El Corte Inglés and used widely in the Spanish book trade
Soggetto CCE
Classificazione commerciale editoriale (Italian book trade subject category based on BIC). CCE documentation available at https://www.ie-online.it/CCE2_2.0.pdf
Qualificatore geografico CCE
CCE Geographical qualifier
Qualificatore di lingua CCE
CCE Language qualifier
Qualificatore di periodo storico CCE
CCE Time Period qualifier
Qualificatore di livello scolastico CCE
CCE Educational Purpose qualifier
Qualificatore di età di lettura CCE
CCE Reading Level Qualifier
VdS Bildungsmedien Fächer
Subject code list of the German association of educational media publishers, formerly at http://www.bildungsmedien.de/service/onixlisten/unterrichtsfach_onix_codelist27_value59_0408.pdf. Deprecated – use Thema subject category (eg YPA – Educational: Arts, general) instead, and add a Thema language qualifier (eg 2ACB – English) for language teaching
Fagkoder
Norwegian primary and secondary school subject categories (fagkoder), see http://www.udir.no/
JEL classification
Journal of Economic Literature classification scheme
CSH
National Library of Canada subject heading (English)
RVM
Répertoire de vedettes-matière Bibliothèque de l’Université Laval) (French)
YSA
Finnish General Thesaurus (Finnish: Yleinen suomalainen asiasanasto). See https://finto.fi/ysa/fi/ (in Finnish). Deprecated. No longer updated, and replaced by YSO (see code 71)
Allärs
Swedish translation of the Finnish General Thesaurus (Swedish: Allmän tesaurus på svenska). See https://finto.fi/allars/sv/ (in Swedish). Deprecated. No longer updated, and replaced by YSO (see code 71)
YKL
Finnish Public Libraries Classification System (Finnish: Yleisten kirjastojen luokitusjärjestelmä). See https://finto.fi/ykl/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/ykl/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/ykl/en/ (in English)
MUSA
Finnish Music Thesaurus (Finnish: Musiikin asiasanasto). See https://finto.fi/musa/fi/ (in Finnish). Deprecated, and replaced by YSO (see code 71)
CILLA
Swedish translation of the Finnish Music Thesaurus (Swedish: Specialtesaurus för musik). See https://finto.fi/musa/sv/ (in Swedish). Deprecated, and replaced by YSO (see code 71)
Kaunokki
Finnish thesaurus for fiction (Finnish: Fiktiivisen aineiston asiasanasto). See https://finto.fi/kaunokki/fi/ (in Finnish). Deprecated. No longer updated, and replaced by Kauno and SLM (see codes D0 and D1)
Bella
Swedish translation of the Finnish thesaurus for fiction (Swedish: Specialtesaurus för fiktivt material:). See https://finto.fi/kaunokki/sv/ (in Swedish). Deprecated. No longer updated, and replaced by Kauno and SLM (see codes D0 and D1)
YSO
General Finnish Ontology (Finnish: Yleinen suomalainen ontologia). See https://finto.fi/yso/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/yso/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/yso/en/ (in English)
PTO
Finnish Geospatial Domain Ontology (Finnish: Paikkatieto ontologia). See https://finto.fi/pto/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/pto/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/pto/en/ (in English)
Suomalainen kirja-alan luokitus
Finnish book trade categorisation
Sears
Sears List of Subject Headings
BIC E4L
BIC E4Libraries Category Headings, formerly at http://www.bic.org.uk/51/E4libraries-Subject-Category-Headings/ but replaced by UK Standard Library Categories (code 92), Deprecated
CSR
Code Sujet Rayon: subject categories used by bookstores in France
Suomalainen oppiaineluokitus
Finnish school subject categories. See https://www.onixkeskus.fi/media/f/5722
Japanese book trade C-Code
See https://isbn.jpo.or.jp/doc/08.pdf#page=44 (in Japanese)
Japanese book trade Genre Code
Fiktiivisen aineiston lisäluokitus
Finnish fiction genre classification. See https://finto.fi/ykl/fi/page/fiktioluokka (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/ykl/sv/page/fiktioluokka (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/ykl/en/page/fiktioluokka (in English)
Arabic Subject heading scheme
Arabized BIC subject category
Arabized version of BIC subject category scheme developed by ElKotob.com
Arabized LC subject headings
Arabized version of Library of Congress scheme
Bibliotheca Alexandrina Subject Headings
Classification scheme used by Library of Alexandria
Postal code
Location defined by postal code. Format is two-letter country code (from List 91), space, postal code. Note some postal codes themselves contain spaces, eg ‘GB N7 9DP’ or ‘US 10125’
GeoNames ID
ID number for geographical place, as defined at http://www.geonames.org (eg 2825297 is Stuttgart, Germany, see http://www.geonames.org/2825297)
NewBooks Subject Classification
Used for classification of academic and specialist publication in German-speaking countries. See http://www.newbooks-services.com/de/top/unternehmensportrait/klassifikation-und-mapping.html (German) and http://www.newbooks-services.com/en/top/about-newbooks/classification-mapping.html (English)
Chinese Library Classification
Subject classification maintained by the Editorial Board of Chinese Library Classification. See http://cct.nlc.gov.cn for access to details of the scheme
NTCPDSAC Classification
Subject classification for Books, Audiovisual products and E-publications formulated by China National Technical Committee 505
Season and Event Indicator
German code scheme indicating association with seasons, holidays, events (eg Autumn, Back to School, Easter)
GND
(de: Gemeinsame Normdatei) Integrated Authority File used in the German-speaking countries. See https://www.dnb.de/EN/Professionell/Standardisierung/GND/gnd_node.html (English). Combines the PND, SWD and GKD into a single authority file, and should be used in preference to the older codes
BIC UKSLC
UK Standard Library Categories, the successor to BIC’s E4L classification scheme. See https://bic.org.uk/resources/uk-standard-library-categories/
Thema subject category
International multilingual subject category scheme – see https://ns.editeur.org/thema
Thema place qualifier
Thema language qualifier
Thema time period qualifier
Thema educational purpose qualifier
Thema interest age / special interest qualifier
Thema style qualifier
Ämnesord
Swedish subject categories maintained by Bokrondellen
Statystyka Książek Papierowych, Mówionych I Elektronicznych
Polish Statistical Book and E-book Classification
CCSS
Common Core State Standards curriculum alignment, for links to US educational standards. <SubjectCode> uses the full dot notation. See http://www.corestandards.org/developers-and-publishers
Rameau
French library subject headings
Nomenclature discipline scolaire
French educational subject classification, URI http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-015GTPX
ISIC
International Standard Industry Classification, a classification of economic activities. Use for books that are about a particular industry or economic activity. <SubjectCode> should be a single letter denoting an ISIC section OR a 2-, 3- or 4-digit number denoting an ISIC division, group or class. See http://unstats.un.org/unsd/cr/registry/isic-4.asp
LC Children’s Subject Headings
Library of Congress Children’s Subject Headings: LCSHAC supplementary headings for Children’s books
Ny Läromedel
Swedish bookselling educational subject
EuroVoc
EuroVoc multilingual thesaurus. <SubjectCode> should be a EuroVoc concept dc:identifier (for example, 2777, ‘refrigerated products’). See http://eurovoc.europa.eu
BISG Educational Taxonomy
Controlled vocabulary for educational objectives. See https://www.bisg.org/products/recommendations-for-citing-educational-standards-and-objectives-in-metadata
Keywords (not for display)
For indexing and search purposes, MUST not be displayed. Where multiple keywords or keyword phrases are sent, this should be in a single instance of the <SubjectHeadingText> element, and it is recommended that they should be separated by semi-colons. Use of code B2 should be very rare: use B2 in preference to code 20 only where it is important to show the keyword list is specifically NOT for display to purchasers (eg some keywords for a medical textbook may appear offensive if displayed out of context)
Nomenclature Diplôme
French higher and vocational educational subject classification, URI http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-029
Key character names
For fiction and non-fiction, one or more key names, provided – like keywords – for indexing and search purposes. Where multiple character names are sent, this should be in a single instance of <SubjectHeadingText>, and multiple names should be separated by semi-colons. Note <NameAsSubject> should be used for people who are the central subject of the book. Code B4 may be used for names of lesser importance
Key place names
For fiction and non-fiction, one or more key names, provded – like keywords – for indexing and search purposes. Where multiple place names are sent, this should in a single instance of <SubjectHeadingText>, and multiple names should be separated by semi-colons. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
FAST
Faceted Application of Subject Terminology, OCLC subject scheme based on but different from LCSH (see code 04). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
NGSS
Next Generation Science Standards for K-12 education in the USA (https://www.nextgenscience.org). <SubjectCode> is a code such as 4-PS3-2. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
MVB-Lesemotive
MVB classification of ‘reading rationales’, which classify unconscious motives that lead to a book purchase. Categories are assigned and maintained by MVB. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://vlb.de/lesemotive
LOPS21 Subject module
Finnish Suomalainen oppiaineluokitus. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Læreplaner-LK20
Codes for Norwegian curriculum for primary and secondary education. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See Læreplaner-LK20 at https://www.udir.no/om-udir/data/kl06-grep/
Kompetansemål-LK20
Codes for competency aims in the Norwegian curriculum for primary and secondary education. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See Kompetansemål-LK20 at https://www.udir.no/om-udir/data/kl06-grep/
Kompetansemålsett-LK20
Codes for sets of competency aims in the Norwegian curriculum for primary and secondary education. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See Kompetansemålsett-LK20 at https://www.udir.no/om-udir/data/kl06-grep/
Tverrfaglige temaer-LK20
Codes for interdisciplinary topics in the Norwegian curriculum for primary and secondary education. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See Tverrfaglige temaer-LK20 at https://www.udir.no/om-udir/data/kl06-grep/
CLIL – Type d’article scolaire
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
GAR – Type pédagogique
Gestionnaire d’Accès aux resources – see https://gar.education.fr/ Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
ISCED-F
UNESCO ISCED Fields of education and training (2013), eg <SubjectCode> 0222 is ‘History and archaeology’. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See http://uis.unesco.org/sites/default/files/documents/international-standard-classification-of-education-fields-of-education-and-training-2013-detailed-field-descriptions-2015-en.pdf
Klassifikationen von Spielen, Puzzles und Spielwaren
German category scheme for games, puzzles and toys. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.ludologie.de/fileadmin/user_upload/PDFs/211126_Kategorisierung_von_Spielen_Puzzles_und_Spielwaren.pdf
NBVok NTSF
National Library of Norway genre and form thesaurus. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.nb.no/nbvok/ntsf
JPRO Genre
Subject / genre code used in Japan. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
KAUNO
Finnish Ontology for fiction (Finnish: Fiktiivisen aineiston ontologia). See https://finto.fi/kauno/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/kauno/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/kauno/en/ (in English). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
SLM
Finnish genre and form vocabulary (Finnish: Suomalainen lajityyppi ja muotosanasto). See https://finto.fi/slm/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/slm/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/slm/en/ (in English). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
YSO-places
General Finnish Ontology for Places (Finnish: Yleinen suomalainen ontologia – paikat). See https://finto.fi/yso-paikat/fi/ (in Finnish), https://finto.fi/yso-paikat/sv/ (in Swedish), https://finto.fi/yso-paikat/en/ (in English). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Audience type
General / adult
For a non-specialist or ‘popular’ adult audience. Consider also adding an ONIX Adult audience rating
Children
For a young audience typically up to about the age of 12, not specifically for any educational purpose. An audience range should also be included
Teenage
For a teenage or ‘young adult’ audience typically from about the age of 12 to the late teens, not specifically for any educational purpose. An audience range should also be included
Primary and secondary education
Kindergarten, pre-school, primary / elementary or secondary / high school education. Note ‘secondary’ includes both level 2 and level 3 secondary education as defined in UNESCO’s ISCED 2011 (see http://uis.unesco.org/en/topic/international-standard-classification-education-isced). An audience range should also be included
Pre-primary education
Equivalent to UNESCO’s ISCED Level 0 – see http://uis.unesco.org/en/topic/international-standard-classification-education-isced (note codes 11–14 are specific subsets of the Primary and secondary education audience, code 04). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Primary education
Equivalent to ISCED Level 1. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lower secondary education
Equivalent to ISCED Level 2 (general and vocational). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Upper secondary education
Equivalent to ISCED Level 3 (general and vocational). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tertiary education
For tertiary education typically in universities and colleges of higher education, equivalent to ISCED Levels 5–7
Professional and scholarly
For an expert adult audience, including professional development and academic research
Adult education
For any adult audience in a formal or semi-formal learning setting, eg vocational training and apprenticeships (collectively, equivalent to ISCED Level 4), or practical or recreational learning for adults
EFL / TEFL / TESOL
Intended for use in teaching and learning English as a second, non-native or additional language. Indication of the language level (eg CEFR) should be included where possible. An audience range should also be included if the product is (also) suitable for use in primary and secondary education
Second / additional language teaching
Intended for use in teaching and learning second, non-native or additional languages (other than English), for example teaching German to Spanish speakers. Indication of the language level (eg CEFR) should be included where possible. An audience range should also be included if the product is (also) suitable for use in primary and secondary education. Prefer code 07 for products specific to teaching English
Audience code type
ONIX audience codes
Using a code from List 28
Proprietary
As specified in <AudienceCodeTypeName>
MPAA rating
Motion Picture Association of America rating applied to movies
BBFC rating
British Board of Film Classification rating applied to movies
FSK rating
German FSK (Freiwillige Selbstkontrolle der Filmwirtschaft) rating applied to movies
BTLF audience code
French Canadian audience code list, used by BTLF for Memento
Electre audience code
Audience code used by Electre (France)
ANELE Tipo
Spain: educational audience and material type code of the Asociación Nacional de Editores de Libros y Material de Enseñanza
AVI
Code list used to specify reading levels for children’s books, used in Flanders, and formerly in the Netherlands – see also code 18
USK rating
German USK (Unterhaltungssoftware Selbstkontrolle) rating applied to video or computer games
AWS
Audience code used in Flanders
Schulform
Type of school: codelist formerly maintained by VdS Bildungsmedien eV, the German association of educational media publishers at http://www.bildungsmedien.de/service/onixlisten/schulform_onix_codelist29_value12_0408.pdf. Deprecated – use Thema educational purpose qualifier (eg 4Z-DE-BA – for German Elementary School) in <Subject> instead
Bundesland
School region: codelist maintained by VdS Bildungsmedien eV, the German association of educational media publishers, indicating where products are licensed to be used in schools. See http://www.bildungsmedien.de/service/onixlisten/bundesland_onix_codelist29_value13_0408.pdf. Deprecated
Ausbildungsberuf
Occupation: codelist for vocational training materials formerly maintained by VdS Bildungsmedien eV, the German association of educational media publishers at http://www.bildungsmedien.de/service/onixlisten/ausbildungsberufe_onix_codelist29_value14_0408.pdf. Deprecated – use Thema educational purpose qualifier (eg 4Z-DE-UH – for specific German professional/vocational qualifications and degrees) in <Subject> instead
Suomalainen kouluasteluokitus
Finnish school or college level
CBG age guidance
UK Publishers Association, Children’s Book Group, coded indication of intended reader age, carried on book covers
Nielsen Book audience code
Audience code used in Nielsen Book Services
AVI (revised)
Code list used to specify reading levels for children’s books, used in the Netherlands – see also code 09
Lexile measure
Lexile measure (the Lexile measure in <AudienceCodeValue> may optionally be prefixed by the Lexile code). Examples might be ‘880L’, ‘AD0L’ or ‘HL600L’. Deprecated – use <Complexity> instead
Fry Readability score
Fry readability metric based on number of sentences and syllables per 100 words. Expressed as a number from 1 to 15 in <AudienceCodeValue>. Deprecated – use <Complexity> instead
Japanese Children’s audience code
Children’s audience code (対象読者), two-digit encoding of intended target readership from 0–2 years up to High School level
ONIX Adult audience rating
Publisher’s rating indicating suitability for a particular adult audience, using a code from List 203. Should only be used when the ONIX Audience code indicates a general adult audience (code 01 from List 28)
Common European Framework of Reference for Language Learning (CEFR)
Codes A1 to C2 indicating standardised level of language learning or teaching material, from beginner to advanced, defined by the Council of Europe (see http://www.coe.int/lang-CEFR)
Korean Publication Ethics Commission rating
Rating used in Korea to control selling of books and e-books to minors. Current values are 0 (suitable for all) and 19 (only for sale to ages 19+). See http://www.kpec.or.kr/english/
IoE Book Band
UK Institute of Education Book Bands for Guided Reading scheme (see http://www.ioe.ac.uk/research/4664.html). <AudienceCodeValue> is a color, eg ‘Pink A’ or ‘Copper’. Deprecated – use <Complexity> instead
FSK Lehr-/Infoprogramm
Used for German videos/DVDs with educational or informative content; value for <AudienceCodeValue> must be either ‘Infoprogramm gemäß § 14 JuSchG’ or ‘Lehrprogramm gemäß § 14 JuSchG’
Intended audience language
Where this is different from the language of the text of the book recorded in <Language>. <AudienceCodeValue> should be a value from List 74
PEGI rating
Pan European Game Information rating used primarily for video games
Gymnasieprogram
Code indicating the intended curriculum (eg Naturvetenskapsprogrammet, Estetica programmet) in Swedish higher secondary education
ISCED 2011
International Standard Classification of Education levels (2011), eg <AudienceCodeValue> 253 is ‘Lower secondary vocational education, level completion without direct access to upper secondary education’. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See http://uis.unesco.org/en/topic/international-standard-classification-education-isced
Audience range qualifier
US school grade range
Values for <AudienceRangeValue> are specified in List 77
UK school grade
Values are to be defined by BIC for England and Wales, Scotland and N Ireland
Reading speed, words per minute
Values in <AudienceRangeValue> must be integers
Interest age, months
For use up to 36 months only, or up to 42 months in Audience range value (2) only: values in <AudienceRangeValue> must be integers. Should not be used when an Audience range with qualifier code 17 is present
Interest age, years
Values in <AudienceRangeValue> must be integers
Reading age, years
Values in <AudienceRangeValue> must be integers
Spanish school grade
Spain: combined grade and region code, maintained by the Ministerio de Educación
Skoletrinn
Norwegian educational level for primary and secondary education
Nivå
Swedish educational qualifier (code)
Italian school grade
Schulform
Deprecated – assigned in error: see List 29
Bundesland
Deprecated – assigned in error: see List 29
Ausbildungsberuf
Deprecated – assigned in error: see List 29
Canadian school grade range
Values for <AudienceRangeValue> are specified in List 77
Finnish school grade range
Finnish Upper secondary school course
Lukion kurssi
Chinese School Grade range
Values are P, K, 1–17 (including college-level audiences), see List 227
French school cycles / classes
Detailed French educational level classification. Values are defined by ScoLOMFR, see http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-022 – Cycles de l’enseignement scolaire. See also code 34
Brazil Education level
Nível de Educação do Brasil, see List 238. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
French educational levels
Basic French educational level classification. Values are defined by ScoLOMFR. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-012
Finnish Upper secondary school course (2021+)
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Detailed French educational levels
Detailed French educational level classification. Values are defined by ScoLOMFR. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-022 – Niveau éducatif détaillé. See also code 30
Audience range precision
Exact
May only be used in Audience range precision (1), and when no Audience range precision (2) is present
From
May only be used in Audience range precision (1)
To
May be used in Audience range precision (1) when no Audience range precision (2) is present, or in Audience range precision (2) when Audience range precision (1) is code 03
Complexity scheme identifier
Lexile code
For example AD or HL. Deprecated in ONIX 3 – use code 06 instead
Lexile number
For example 880L. Deprecated in ONIX 3 – use code 06 instead
Fry Readability score
Fry readability metric based on number of sentences and syllables per 100 words. Expressed as an integer from 1 to 15 in <ComplexityCode>
IoE Book Band
UK Institute of Education Book Bands for Guided Reading scheme (see https://www.ucl.ac.uk/reading-recovery-europe/ilc/publications/which-book-why). <ComplexityCode> is a color, eg ‘Pink A’ or ‘Copper’
Fountas & Pinnell Text Level Gradient
<ComplexityCode> is a code from ‘A’ to Z+’. See http://www.fountasandpinnellleveledbooks.com/aboutLeveledTexts.aspx
Lexile measure
The Lexile measure in <ComplexityCode> combines the Lexile number (for example 620L or 880L) and optionally the Lexile code (for example AD or HL). Examples might be ‘880L’, ‘AD0L’ or ‘HL600L’. See https://lexile.com/about-lexile/lexile-overview/
ATOS for Books
Advantage-TASA Open Standard book readability score, used for example within the Renaissance Learning Accelerated Reader scheme. <ComplexityCode> is the ‘Book Level’, a real number between 0 and 17. See http://www.renaissance.com/products/accelerated-reader/atos-analyzer
Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level
Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level Formula, a standard readability measure based on the weighted number of syllables per word and words per sentence. <ComplexityCode> is a real number typically between about -1 and 20
Guided Reading Level
Use this code for books levelled by the publisher or a third party using the Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading methodology
Reading Recovery Level
Used for books aimed at K-2 literacy intervention. <ComplexityCode> is an integer between 1 and 20
LIX
Swedish ‘läsbarhetsindex’ readability index used in Scandinavia. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lexile Audio measure
Lexile Audio measure from MetaMetrics’ Framework for Listening. The code in <ComplexityCode> indicates the difficulty of comprehension of audio material (for example 600L or 1030L). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://lexile.global/the-lexile-framework-for-listening/
Text format
HTML
Other than XHTML
XML
Other than XHTML
XHTML
Default text format
Default: plain text containing no markup tags of any kind, except for the character entities & and < that XML insists must be used to represent ampersand and less-than characters in textual data, and in the encoding declared at the head of the message or in the XML default (UTF-8 or UTF-16) if there is no explicit declaration
Basic ASCII text
Plain text containing no markup tags of any kind, except for the character entities & and < that XML insists must be used to represent ampersand and less-than characters in textual data, and with the character set limited to the ASCII range, i.e. valid characters whose Unicode character numbers lie between 32 (space) and 126 (tilde)
Prize or award achievement
Winner
Runner-up
Named as being in second place
Commended
Cited as being worthy of special attention at the final stage of the judging process, but not named specifically as winner or runner-up. Possible terminology used by a particular prize includes ‘specially commended’ or ‘honored’
Short-listed
Title named by the judging process to be one of the final list of candidates, such as a ‘short-list’ from which the winner is selected, or a title named as ‘finalist’
Long-listed
Title named by the judging process to be one of the preliminary list of candidates, such as a ‘long-list’ from which first a shorter list or set of finalists is selected, and then the winner is announced
Joint winner
Or co-winner
Nominated
Selected by judging panel or an official nominating process for final consideration for a prize, award or honour for which no ‘short-list’ or ‘long list’ exists
Text item type
Textual work
A complete work which is published as a content item in a product which carries two or more such works, eg when two or three novels are published in a single omnibus volume
Front matter
Text components such as Preface, Introduction etc which appear as preliminaries to the main body of text content in a product
Body matter
Text components such as Part, Chapter, Section etc which appear as part of the main body of text content in a product
Back matter
Text components such as Index which appear after the main body of text in a product
Text item identifier type
Proprietary
For example, a publisher’s own identifier. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
GTIN-13
Formerly known as the EAN-13 (unhyphenated)
DOI
PII
Publisher item identifier
SICI
For serial items only
ISTC
ISBN-13
(Unhyphenated)
ISCC
International Standard Content Code, a ‘similarity hash’ derived algorithmically from the content itself (see https://iscc.codes). <IDValue> is a sequence comprising the Meta-Code and Content-Code ISCC-UNITSs generated from a digital manifestation of the work, as a variable-length case-insensitive alphanumeric string (or 27 characters including one hyphen if using ISCC v1.0, but this is deprecated). Note alphabetic characters in v1.x ISCCs use Base32 encoding and are conventionally upper case. The ‘ISCC:’ prefix is omitted. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Name identifier type
Proprietary
Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
Proprietary
Deprecated – use code 01
DNB publisher identifier
Deutsche Nationalbibliothek publisher identifier
Börsenverein Verkehrsnummer
(de: Verkehrsnummer ded Börsenverein des deutschen Buchhandels)
German ISBN Agency publisher identifier
(de: MVB-Kennnummer)
GLN
GS1 global location number (formerly EAN location number)
SAN
Book trade Standard Address Number – US, UK etc
MARC organization code
MARC code list for organizations – see http://www.loc.gov/marc/organizations/orgshome.html
Centraal Boekhuis Relatie ID
Trading party identifier used in the Netherlands
Distributeurscode Boekenbank
Flemish supplier code. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Fondscode Boekenbank
Flemish publisher code
Y-tunnus
Business Identity Code (Finland). See http://www.ytj.fi/ (in Finnish)
ISNI
International Standard Name Identifier. A sixteen digit number. Usually presented with spaces or hyphens dividing the number into four groups of four digits, but in ONIX the spaces or hyphens should be omitted. See https://isni.org/
PND
Personennamendatei – person name authority file used by Deutsche Nationalbibliothek and in other German-speaking countries. See http://www.dnb.de/standardisierung/normdateien/pnd.htm (German) or http://www.dnb.de/eng/standardisierung/normdateien/pnd.htm (English). Deprecated in favor of the GND
NACO
A control number assigned to a Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN) Name Authority / NACO record
Japanese Publisher identifier
Publisher identifier administered by Japanese ISBN Agency
GKD
Gemeinsame Körperschaftsdatei – Corporate Body Authority File in the German-speaking countries. See http://www.dnb.de/standardisierung/normdateien/gkd.htm (German) or http://www.dnb.de/eng/standardisierung/normdateien/gkd.htm (English). Deprecated in favor of the GND
ORCID
Open Researcher and Contributor ID. A sixteen digit number. Usually presented with hyphens dividing the number into four groups of four digits, but in ONIX the hyphens should be omitted. See http://www.orcid.org/
GAPP Publisher Identifier
Publisher identifier maintained by the Chinese ISBN Agency (GAPP)
VAT Identity Number
Identifier for a business organization for VAT purposes, eg within the EU’s VIES system. See http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies/faqvies.do for EU VAT ID formats, which vary from country to country. Generally these consist of a two-letter country code followed by the 8–12 digits of the national VAT ID. Some countries include one or two letters within their VAT ID. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VAT_identification_number for non-EU countries that maintain similar identifiers. Spaces, dashes etc should be omitted
JP Distribution Identifier
4-digit business organization identifier controlled by the Japanese Publication Wholesalers Association
GND
Gemeinsame Normdatei – Joint Authority File in the German-speaking countries. See http://www.dnb.de/EN/gnd (English). Combines the PND, SWD and GKD into a single authority file, and should be used in preference
DUNS
Dunn and Bradstreet Universal Numbering System, see http://www.dnb.co.uk/dandb-duns-number
Ringgold ID
Ringgold organizational identifier, see http://www.ringgold.com/identify.html
Identifiant Editeur Electre
French Electre publisher identifier
EIDR Party DOI
DOI used in EIDR party registry, for example ‘10.5237/C9F6-F41F’ (Sam Raimi). See http://eidr.org
Identifiant Marque Electre
French Electre imprint Identifier
VIAF ID
Virtual Internet Authority File. <IDValue> should be a number. The URI form of the identifier can be created by prefixing the number with ‘https://viaf.org/viaf/’. See https://viaf.org
FundRef DOI
DOI used in CrossRef’s Open Funder Registry list of academic research funding bodies, for example ‘10.13039/100004440’ (Wellcome Trust). See http://www.crossref.org/fundingdata/registry.html
BNE CN
Control number assigned to a Name Authority record by the Biblioteca Nacional de España
BNF Control Number
Numéro de la notice de personne BNF
ARK
Archival Resource Key, as a URL (including the address of the ARK resolver provided by eg a national library)
Nasjonalt autoritetsregister
Nasjonalt autoritetsregister for navn – Norwegian national authority file for personal and corporate names. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
GRID
Global Research Identifier Database ID (see https://www.grid.ac). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Deprecated – ROR is now generally preferred
IDRef
Party ID from Identifiers and Standards for Higher Education and Research (fr: Identifiants et Référentiels pour l’enseignement supérieur et la recherche). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://www.idref.fr
IPI
Party ID from CISAC’s proprietary Interested Party Information scheme, used primarily in rights and royalies administration. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
ROR
Research organization registry identifier (see https://ror.org), leading 0 followed by 8 alphanumeric characters (including 2-digit checksum). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
EORI
Economic Operators Registration and Identification, identifier for businesses that import into or export from the EU. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
LEI
Legal Entity Identifier, administered by the Global LEI Foundation, as 20 alphanumeric characters without spaces or hyphens. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
SIREN
French business identifier, issued by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). 9 digits, without spaces. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
SIRET
French business and location identifier, issued by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). 14 digits (the SIREN plus a further five digits), without spaces, or occasionally an alphanumeric code. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Publishing role
Publisher
Co-publisher
Use where two or more publishers co-publish the exact same product, either under a single ISBN (in which case both publishers are co-publishers), or under different ISBNs (in which case the publisher of THIS ISBN is the publisher and the publishers of OTHER ISBNs are co-publishers. Note this is different from publication of ‘co-editions’
Sponsor
Publisher of original-language version
Of a translated work
Host/distributor of electronic content
Published for/on behalf of
Published in association with
Use also for ‘Published in cooperation with’
New or acquiring publisher
When ownership of a product or title is transferred from one publisher to another
Publishing group
The group to which a publisher (publishing role 01) belongs: use only if a publisher has been identified with role code 01
Publisher of facsimile original
The publisher of the edition of which a product is a facsimile
Repackager of prebound edition
The repackager of a prebound edition that has been assigned its own identifier. (In the US, a ‘prebound edition’ is a book that was previously bound, normally as a paperback, and has been rebound with a library-quality hardcover binding by a supplier other than the original publisher.) Required when the <EditionType> is coded PRB. The original publisher should be named as the ‘publisher’
Former publisher
When ownership of a product or title is transferred from one publisher to another (complement of code 09)
Publication funder
Body funding publication fees, if different from the body funding the underlying research. Intended primarily for use with open access publications
Research funder
Body funding the research on which publication is based, if different from the body funding the publication. Intended primarily for use with open access publications
Funding body
Body funding research and publication. Intended primarily for use with open access publications
Printer
Organization responsible for printing a printed product. Supplied primarily to meet legal deposit requirements, and may apply only to the first impression. The organization may also be responsible for binding, when a separate binder is not specified
Binder
Organization responsible for binding a printed product (where distinct from the printer). Supplied primarily to meet legal deposit requirements, and may apply only to the first impression
Manufacturer
Organization primarily responsible for physical manufacture of a product, when neither Printer nor Binder is directly appropriate (for example, with disc or tape products, or digital products on a physical carrier)
Sales rights type
Sales rights unknown or unstated for any reason
May only be used with the <ROWSalesRightsType> element
For sale with exclusive rights in the specified countries or territories
For sale with non-exclusive rights in the specified countries or territories
Not for sale in the specified countries or territories (reason unspecified)
Not for sale in the specified countries (but publisher holds exclusive rights in those countries or territories)
Not for sale in the specified countries (publisher holds non-exclusive rights in those countries or territories)
Not for sale in the specified countries (because publisher does not hold rights in those countries or territories)
For sale with exclusive rights in the specified countries or territories (sales restriction applies)
Only for use with ONIX 3.0. Deprecated
For sale with non-exclusive rights in the specified countries or territories (sales restriction applies)
Only for use with ONIX 3.0. Deprecated
Measure type
Height
For a book, the overall height when standing on a shelf. For a folded map, the height when folded. For packaged products, the height of the retail packaging, and for trade-only products, the height of the trade packaging. In general, the height of a product in the form in which it is presented or packaged for retail sale
Width
For a book, the overall horizontal dimension of the cover when standing upright. For a folded map, the width when folded. For packaged products, the width of the retail packaging, and for trade-only products, the width of the trade packaging. In general, the width of a product in the form in which it is presented or packaged for retail sale
Thickness
For a book, the overall thickness of the spine. For a folded map, the thickness when folded. For packaged products, the depth of the retail packaging, and for trade-only products, the depth of the trade packaging. In general, the thickness or depth of a product in the form in which it is presented or packaged for retail sale
Page trim height
Overall height (code 01) is preferred for general use, as it includes the board overhang for hardbacks
Page trim width
Overall width (code 02) is preferred for general use, as it includes the board overhang and spine thickness for hardbacks
Unit volume
The volume of the product, including any retail packaging. Note the <MeasureUnit> is interpreted as a volumetric unit – for example code cm = cubic centimetres (ie millilitres), and code oz = (US) fluid ounces. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unit capacity
Volume of the internal (fluid) contents of a product (eg of paint in a can). Note the <MeasureUnit> is interpreted as a volumetric unit – for example code cm = cubic centimetres (ie millilitres), and code oz = (US) fluid ounces. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unit weight
The overall weight of the product, including any retail packaging
Diameter (sphere)
Of a globe, for example
Unfolded/unrolled sheet height
The height of a folded or rolled sheet map, poster etc when unfolded
Unfolded/unrolled sheet width
The width of a folded or rolled sheet map, poster etc when unfolded
Diameter (tube or cylinder)
The diameter of the cross-section of a tube or cylinder, usually carrying a rolled sheet product. Use 01 ‘Height’ for the height or length of the tube
Rolled sheet package side measure
The length of a side of the cross-section of a long triangular or square package, usually carrying a rolled sheet product. Use 01 ‘Height’ for the height or length of the package
Unpackaged height
As height, but of the product without packaging (use only for products supplied in retail packaging, must also supply overall size when packaged using code 01). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unpackaged width
As width, but of the product without packaging (use only for products supplied in retail packaging, must also supply overall size when packaged using code 02). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unpackaged thickness
As thickness, but of the product without packaging (use only for products supplied in retail packaging, must also supply overall size when packaged using code 03). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Total battery weight
Weight of batteries built-in, pre-installed or supplied with the product. Details of the batteries should be provided using <ProductFormFeature>. A per-battery unit weight may be calculated from the number of batteries if required. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Total weight of Lithium
Mass or equivalent mass of elemental Lithium within the batteries built-in, pre-installed or supplied with the product (eg a Lithium Iron phosphate battery with 160g of cathode material would have a total of around 7g of Lithium). Details of the batteries must be provided using ProductFormFeature. A per-battery unit mass of Lithium may be calculated from the number of batteries if required. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Assembled length
For use where product or part of product requires assembly, for example the size of a completed kit, puzzle or assembled display piece. The assembled dimensions may be larger than the product size as supplied. Use only when the unassembled dimensions as supplied (including any retail or trade packaging) are also provided using codes 01, 02 and 03. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Assembled width
Assembled height
Unpackaged unit weight
Overall unit weight (code 08) is preferred for general use, as it includes the weight of any packaging. Use Unpackaged unit weight only for products supplied in retail packaging, and must also supply overall unit weight. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carton length
Includes packaging. See <PackQuantity> for number of copies of the product per pack, and used only when dimensions of individual copies (codes 01, 02, 03) AND <PackQuantity> are supplied. Note that neither orders nor deliveries have to be aligned with multiples of the pack quantity, but such orders and deliveries may be more convenient to handle. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carton width
Carton height
Carton weight
Includes the weight of product(s) within the carton. See <PackQuantity> for number of copies per pack, and used only when the weight of individual copies (code 08) AND <PackQuantity> are supplied. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Pallet length
Includes pallet and packaging. See <PalletQuantity> for number of copies of the product per pallet, and used only when dimensions of individual copies (codes 01, 02, 03) AND <PalletQuantity> are supplied. Note that neither orders nor deliveries have to be aligned with multiples of the pallet quantity, but such orders and deliveries may be more convenient to handle. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Pallet width
Pallet height
Pallet weight
Includes the weight of product(s) and cartons stacked on the pallet. See <PalletQuantity> for the number of copies per pallet, and used only when the weight of individual copies (code 08) AND <PalletQuantity> are supplied.Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Region – based on ISO 3166-2
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
Brussels-Capital Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Flemish Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Walloon Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon Territory
Beijing Municipality
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tianjin Municipality
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hebei Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shanxi Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nei Mongol Autonomous Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Liaoning Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Jilin Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Heilongjiang Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shanghai Municipality
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Jiangsu Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Zhejiang Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Anhui Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Fujian Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Jiangxi Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shandong Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Henan Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hubei Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hunan Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Guangdong Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Guangxi Zhuangzu Autonomous Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hainan Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Chongqing Municipality
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sichuan Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Guizhou Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Yunnan Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tibet Autonomous Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shaanxi Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gansu Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Qinghai Province
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ningxia Huizu Autonomous Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Taiwan Province
Prefer code TW (Taiwan, Province of China) from List 91. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Prefer code HK (Hong Kong) from List 91. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Macau Special Administrative Region
Prefer code MO (Macao) from List 91. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Beijing Municipality
Deprecated in favor of CN-BJ
Tianjin Municipality
Deprecated in favor of CN-TJ
Hebei Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HE
Shanxi Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-SX
Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-NM
Liaoning Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-LN
Jilin Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-JL
Heilongjiang Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HL
Shanghai Municipality
Deprecated in favor of CN-SH
Jiangsu Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-JS
Zhejiang Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-ZJ
Anhui Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-AH
Fujian Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-FJ
Jiangxi Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-JX
Shandong Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-SD
Henan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HA
Hubei Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HB
Hunan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HN
Guangdong Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-GD
Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-GX
Hainan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-HI
Chongqing Municipality
Deprecated in favor of CN-CQ
Sichuan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-SC
Guizhou Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-GZ
Yunnan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-YN
Tibet Autonomous Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-XZ
Shaanxi Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-SN
Gansu Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-GS
Qinghai Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-QH
Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-NX
Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-XJ
Taiwan Province
Deprecated in favor of CN-TW, but prefer code TW (Taiwan, Province of China) from List 91
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-HK, but prefer code HK (Hong Kong) from List 91
Macau Special Administrative Region
Deprecated in favor of CN-MO, but prefer code MO (Macao) from List 91
Canary Islands
Corsica
UK airside
Airside outlets at UK international airports only
UK airports
All UK airports, including both airside and other outlets
Channel Islands
Deprecated, replaced by country codes GG – Guernsey, and JE – Jersey from List 91
England
England, Wales, Scotland
UK excluding Northern Ireland. Deprecated – use separate region codes GB-ENG, GB-SCT, GB-WLS instead
Isle of Man
Deprecated, replaced by country code IM – Isle of Man from List 91
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales
Ireland airside
Airside outlets at Irish international airports only
Agrigento
Alessandria
Ancona
Aosta
Arezzo
Ascoli Piceno
Asti
Avellino
Bari
Barletta-Andria-Trani
Belluno
Benevento
Bergamo
Biella
Bologna
Bolzano
Brescia
Brindisi
Cagliari
Caltanissetta
Campobasso
Carbonia-Iglesias
Caserta
Catania
Catanzaro
Chieti
Como
Cosenza
Cremona
Crotone
Cuneo
Enna
Fermo
Ferrara
Firenze
Foggia
Forlì-Cesena
Frosinone
Genova
Gorizia
Grosseto
Imperia
Isernia
La Spezia
L’Aquila
Latina
Lecce
Lecco
Livorno
Lodi
Lucca
Macerata
Mantova
Massa-Carrara
Matera
Medio Campidano
Messina
Milano
Modena
Monza e Brianza
Napoli
Novara
Nuoro
Ogliastra
Olbia-Tempio
Oristano
Padova
Palermo
Parma
Pavia
Perugia
Pesaro e Urbino
Pescara
Piacenza
Pisa
Pistoia
Pordenone
Potenza
Prato
Ragusa
Ravenna
Reggio Calabria
Reggio Emilia
Rieti
Rimini
Roma
Rovigo
Salerno
Sassari
Savona
Siena
Siracusa
Sondrio
Taranto
Teramo
Terni
Torino
Trapani
Trento
Treviso
Trieste
Udine
Varese
Venezia
Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
Vercelli
Verona
Vibo Valentia
Vicenza
Viterbo
Kosovo-Metohija
Vojvodina
Republic of Adygeya
Republic of Altay
Republic of Bashkortostan
Republic of Buryatiya
Chechenskaya Republic
Chuvashskaya Republic
Republic of Dagestan
Republic of Ingushetiya
Kabardino-Balkarskaya Republic
Republic of Kalmykiya
Karachayevo-Cherkesskaya Republic
Republic of Kareliya
Republic of Khakasiya
Republic of Komi
Republic of Mariy El
Republic of Mordoviya
Republic of Sakha (Yakutiya)
Republic of Severnaya Osetiya-Alaniya
Republic of Tatarstan
Republic of Tyva (Tuva)
Udmurtskaya Republic
Altayskiy Administrative Territory
Kamchatskiy Administrative Territory
Khabarovskiy Administrative Territory
Krasnodarskiy Administrative Territory
Krasnoyarskiy Administrative Territory
Permskiy Administrative Territory
Primorskiy Administrative Territory
Stavropol’skiy Administrative Territory
Zabaykal’skiy Administrative Territory
Amurskaya Administrative Region
Arkhangel’skaya Administrative Region
Astrakhanskaya Administrative Region
Belgorodskaya Administrative Region
Bryanskaya Administrative Region
Chelyabinskaya Administrative Region
Irkutskaya Administrative Region
Ivanovskaya Administrative Region
Kaliningradskaya Administrative Region
Kaluzhskaya Administrative Region
Kemerovskaya Administrative Region
Kirovskaya Administrative Region
Kostromskaya Administrative Region
Kurganskaya Administrative Region
Kurskaya Administrative Region
Leningradskaya Administrative Region
Lipetskaya Administrative Region
Magadanskaya Administrative Region
Moskovskaya Administrative Region
Murmanskaya Administrative Region
Nizhegorodskaya Administrative Region
Novgorodskaya Administrative Region
Novosibirskaya Administrative Region
Omskaya Administrative Region
Orenburgskaya Administrative Region
Orlovskaya Administrative Region
Penzenskaya Administrative Region
Pskovskaya Administrative Region
Rostovskaya Administrative Region
Ryazanskaya Administrative Region
Sakhalinskaya Administrative Region
Samarskaya Administrative Region
Saratovskaya Administrative Region
Smolenskaya Administrative Region
Sverdlovskaya Administrative Region
Tambovskaya Administrative Region
Tomskaya Administrative Region
Tul’skaya Administrative Region
Tverskaya Administrative Region
Tyumenskaya Administrative Region
Ul’yanovskaya Administrative Region
Vladimirskaya Administrative Region
Volgogradskaya Administrative Region
Vologodskaya Administrative Region
Voronezhskaya Administrative Region
Yaroslavskaya Administrative Region
Moskva City
Sankt-Peterburg City
Yevreyskaya Autonomous Administrative Region
Chukotskiy Autonomous District
Khanty-Mansiyskiy Autonomous District
Nenetskiy Autonomous District
Yamalo-Nenetskiy Autonomous District
Alaska
Alabama
Arkansas
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut
District of Columbia
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Iowa
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Massachusetts
Maryland
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Mississippi
Montana
North Carolina
North Dakota
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
Nevada
New York
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Vermont
Washington
Wisconsin
West Virginia
Wyoming
Eurozone
Countries geographically within continental Europe which use the Euro as their sole currency. At the time of writing, this is a synonym for ‘AT BE CY EE FI FR DE ES GR HR IE IT LT LU LV MT NL PT SI SK’ (the official Eurozone 20), plus ‘AD MC SM VA ME’ and Kosovo (other Euro-using countries in continental Europe). Note some other territories using the Euro, but outside continental Europe are excluded from this list, and may need to be specified separately. ONLY valid in ONIX 3.0, and ONLY within P.26 – and this use is itself Deprecated. Use of an explicit list of countries instead of ECZ is strongly encouraged
World
In ONIX 3.0 and later, may ONLY be used in <RegionsIncluded>
Measure unit
Centimeters
Millimeters are the preferred metric unit of length
Grams
Inches (US)
Kilograms
Grams are the preferred metric unit of weight
Pounds (US)
Ounces are the preferred US customary unit of weight
Millimeters
Ounces (US)
Pixels
Product relation
Unspecified
<Product> is related to <RelatedProduct> in a way that cannot be specified by another code value
Includes
<Product> includes <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 02)
Is part of
<Product> is part of <RelatedProduct>: use for ‘also available as part of’ (inverse of code 01)
Replaces
<Product> replaces, or is new edition of, <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 05)
Has companion product
<Product> and <RelatedProduct> are companion products, intended to be used, or are usable, together (is own inverse). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Replaced by
<Product> is replaced by, or has new edition, <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 03)
Alternative format
<Product> is available in an alternative format as <RelatedProduct> – indicates an alternative format of the same content which is or may be available (is own inverse)
Has ancillary product
<Product> has an ancillary or supplementary product <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 08)
Is ancillary to
<Product> is ancillary or supplementary to <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 07)
Is remaindered as
<Product> is remaindered as <RelatedProduct>, when a remainder merchant assigns its own identifier to the product (inverse of code 10)
Is remainder of
<Product> was originally sold as <RelatedProduct>, indicating the publisher’s original identifier for a title which is offered as a remainder under a different identifier (inverse of code 09)
Is other-language version of
<Product> is an other-language version of <RelatedProduct> (is own inverse)
Publisher’s suggested alternative
<Product> has a publisher’s suggested alternative <RelatedProduct>, which does not, however, carry the same content (cf 05 and 06)
Epublication based on (print product)
<Product> is an epublication based on printed product <RelatedProduct>. The related product is the source of any print-equivalent page numbering present in the epublication (inverse of code 27)
POD replacement for
<Product> is a POD replacement for <RelatedProduct>. <RelatedProduct> is an out-of-print product replaced by a print-on-demand version under a new ISBN (inverse of code 17)
Replaced by POD
<Product> is replaced by POD <RelatedProduct>. <RelatedProduct> is a print-on-demand replacement, under a new ISBN, for an out-of-print <Product> (inverse of code 16)
Is special edition of
<Product> is a special edition of <RelatedProduct>. Used for a special edition (de: ‘Sonderausgabe’) with different cover, binding, premium content etc – more than ‘alternative format’ – which may be available in limited quantity and for a limited time (inverse of code 19)
Has special edition
<Product> has a special edition <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 18)
Is prebound edition of
<Product> is a prebound edition of <RelatedProduct> (In the US, a ‘prebound’ edition is ‘a book that was previously bound and has been rebound with a library quality hardcover binding. In almost all commercial cases, the book in question began as a paperback. This might also be termed ‘re-bound’) (inverse of code 21)
Is original of prebound edition
<Product> is the regular edition of which <RelatedProduct> is a prebound edition (inverse of code 20)
Product by same author
<Product> and <RelatedProduct> have a common author
Similar product
<RelatedProduct> is another product that is suggested as similar to <Product> (‘if you liked <Product>, you may also like <RelatedProduct>’, or vice versa)
Is facsimile of
<Product> is a facsimile edition of <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 25)
Is original of facsimile
<Product> is the original edition from which a facsimile edition <RelatedProduct> is taken (inverse of code 24)
Is license for
<Product> is a license for a digital <RelatedProduct>, traded or supplied separately
Electronic version available as
<RelatedProduct> is an electronic version of print <Product> (inverse of code 13)
Enhanced version available as
<RelatedProduct> is an ‘enhanced’ version of <Product>, with additional content. Typically used to link an enhanced e-book to its original ‘unenhanced’ equivalent, but not specifically limited to linking e-books – for example, may be used to link illustrated and non-illustrated print books. <Product> and <RelatedProduct> should share the same <ProductForm> (inverse of code 29)
Basic version available as
<RelatedProduct> is a basic version of <Product>. <Product> and <RelatedProduct> should share the same <ProductForm> (inverse of code 28)
Product in same collection
<RelatedProduct> and <Product> are part of the same collection (eg two products in same series or set) (is own inverse)
Has alternative in a different market sector
<RelatedProduct> is an alternative product in another sector (of the same geographical market). Indicates an alternative that carries the same content, but available to a different set of customers, as one or both products are retailer-, channel- or market sector-specific (is own inverse)
Has equivalent intended for a different market
<RelatedProduct> is an equivalent product, often intended for another (geographical) market. Indicates an alternative that carries essentially the same content, though slightly adapted for local circumstances (as opposed to a translation – use code 11) (is own inverse)
Has alternative intended for different market
<RelatedProduct> is an alternative product, often intended for another (geographical) market. Indicates the content of the alternative is identical in all respects (is own inverse)
Cites
<Product> cites <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 35)
Is cited by
<Product> is the object of a citation in <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 34)
Is signed version of
<Product> is a signed copy of <RelatedProduct>. Use where signed copies are given a distinct product identifier and can be ordered separately, but are otherwise identical (inverse of code 38)
Has signed version
<Product> is an unsigned copy of <RelatedProduct>. Use where signed copies are given a distinct product identifier and can be ordered separately, but are otherwise identical (inverse of code 37)
Has related student material
<Product> is intended for teacher use, and the related product is for student use
Has related teacher material
<Product> is intended for student use, and the related product is for teacher use
Some content shared with
<Product> includes some content shared with <RelatedProduct>. Note the shared content does not form the whole of either product. Compare with the ‘includes’ / ‘is part of’ relationship pair (codes 01 and 02), where the shared content forms the whole of one of the products, and with the ‘alternative format’ relationship (code 06), where the shared content forms the whole of both products (code 41 is own inverse)
Is later edition of first edition
<Product> is a later edition of <RelatedProduct>, where the related product is the first edition
Adapted from
<Product> is an adapted (dramatized, abridged, novelized etc) version of <RelatedProduct> (inverse of code 44). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Adapted as
<Product> is the original from which <RelatedProduct> is adapted (dramatized etc) (inverse of code 43). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Has linked product offer
Purchases of <Product> may qualify for one or more copies of <RelatedProduct> either free of charge or at a reduced price (inverse of code 48). This may be dependent on retailer participation, upon price and upon the quantity of the <Product> purchased. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
May be substituted by
If ordered, <Product> may (at the supplier’s discretion) be substituted and the <RelatedProduct> supplied instead (inverse of code 47). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
May be substituted for
If ordered, <RelatedProduct> may (at the supplier’s discretion) be substituted and the <Product> supplied instead (inverse of code 46). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Is linked product offer
Purchases of <RelatedProduct> may qualify for one or more copies of <Product> either free of charge or at a reduced price (inverse of code 45). This may be dependent on retailer participation, upon price and upon the quantity of the <RelatedProduct> purchased. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Returns conditions code type
Proprietary
As specified in <ReturnsCodeTypeName>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
French book trade returns conditions code
Maintained by CLIL (Commission Interprofessionnel du Livre). Returns conditions values in <ReturnsCode> should be taken from the CLIL list
BISAC Returnable Indicator code
Maintained by BISAC: Returns conditions values in <ReturnsCode> should be taken from List 66
UK book trade returns conditions code
NOT CURRENTLY USED – BIC has decided that it will not maintain a code list for this purpose, since returns conditions are usually at least partly based on the trading relationship
ONIX Returns conditions code
Returns conditions values in <ReturnsCode> should be taken from List 204
Date format
YYYYMMDD
Common Era year, month and day (default for most dates)
YYYYMM
Year and month
YYYYWW
Year and week number
YYYYQ
Year and quarter (Q = 1, 2, 3, 4, with 1 = Jan to Mar)
YYYYS
Year and season (S = 1, 2, 3, 4, with 1 = ‘Spring’)
YYYY
Year (default for some dates)
YYYYMMDDYYYYMMDD
Spread of exact dates
YYYYMMYYYYMM
Spread of months
YYYYWWYYYYWW
Spread of week numbers
YYYYQYYYYQ
Spread of quarters
YYYYSYYYYS
Spread of seasons
YYYYYYYY
Spread of years
Text string
For complex, approximate or uncertain dates, or dates BCE. Suggested maximum length 100 characters
YYYYMMDDThhmm
Exact time. Use ONLY when exact times with hour/minute precision are relevant. By default, time is local. Alternatively, the time may be suffixed with an optional ‘Z’ for UTC times, or with ‘+’ or ‘-’ and an hhmm timezone offset from UTC. Times without a timezone are ‘rolling’ local times, times qualified with a timezone (using Z, + or -) specify a particular instant in time
YYYYMMDDThhmmss
Exact time. Use ONLY when exact times with second precision are relevant. By default, time is local. Alternatively, the time may be suffixed with an optional ‘Z’ for UTC times, or with ‘+’ or ‘-’ and an hhmm timezone offset from UTC. Times without a timezone are ‘rolling’ local times, times qualified with a timezone (using Z, + or -) specify a particular instant in time
YYYYMMDD (H)
Year month day (Hijri calendar)
YYYYMM (H)
Year and month (Hijri calendar)
YYYY (H)
Year (Hijri calendar)
Text string (H)
For complex, approximate or uncertain dates (Hijri calendar), text would usually be in Arabic script. Suggested maximum length 100 characters
Unpriced item type
Free of charge
Price to be announced
Not sold separately
Not sold separately at retail
Contact supplier
May be used for books that do not carry a recommended retail price; when goods can only be ordered ‘in person’ from a sales representative; when an ONIX file is ‘broadcast’ rather than sent one-to-one to a single trading partner; or for digital products offered on subscription or with pricing which is too complex to specify in ONIX
Not sold as set
When a collection that is not sold as a set nevertheless has its own ONIX record
Revenue share
Unpriced, but available via a pre-determined revenue share agreement
Calculated from contents
Price calculated as sum of individual prices of components listed as Product parts. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Supplier does not supply
The supplier does not operate, or does not offer this product, in this part of the market as indicated by <territory>. Use when other prices apply in different parts of the market (eg when the market is global, but the particular supplier does not operate outside its domestic territory). Use code 04 when the supplier does supply but has not set a price for part of the market. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Price type
RRP excluding tax
Recommended Retail Price, excluding any sales tax or value-added tax. Price recommended by the publisher or supplier for retail sales to the consumer. Also termed the Suggested Retail Price (SRP) or Maximum Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in some countries. The retailer may choose to use this recommended price, or may choose to sell to the consumer at a lower (or occasionally, a higher) price which is termed the Actual Selling Price (ASP) in sales reports. The net price charged to the retailer depends on the RRP minus a trade discount (which may be customer-specific). Relevant tax detail must be calculated by the data recipient
RRP including tax
Recommended Retail Price, including sales or value-added tax where applicable. The net price charged to the retailer depends on the trade discount. Sales or value-added tax detail is usually supplied in the <Tax> composite
FRP excluding tax
Fixed Retail Price, excluding any sales or value-added tax, used in countries where retail price maintenance applies (by law or via trade agreement) to certain products. Price fixed by the publisher or supplier for retail sales to the consumer. The retailer must use this price, or may vary the price only within certain legally-prescribed limits. The net price charged to the retailer depends on the FRP minus a customer-specific trade discount. Relevant tax detail must be calculated by the data recipient
FRP including tax
Fixed Retail Price, including any sales or value-added tax where applicable, used in countries where retail price maintenance applies (by law or via trade agreement) to certain products. The net price charged to the retailer depends on the trade discount. Sales or value-added tax detail is usually supplied in the <Tax> composite
Supplier’s Net price excluding tax
Net or wholesale price, excluding any sales or value-added tax. Unit price charged by supplier for business-to-business transactions, without any direct relationship to the price for retail sales to the consumer, but sometimes subject to a further customer-specific trade discount based on volume. Relevant tax detail must be calculated by the data recipient
Supplier’s Net price excluding tax: rental goods
Unit price charged by supplier to reseller / rental outlet, excluding any sales tax or value-added tax: goods for rental (used for video and DVD)
Supplier’s Net price including tax
Net or wholesale price, including any sales or value-added tax where applicable. Unit price charged by supplier for business-to-business transactions, without any direct relationship to the price for retail sales to the consumer, but sometimes subject to a further customer-specific trade discount based on volume. Sales or value-added tax detail is usually supplied in the <Tax> composite
Supplier’s alternative Net price excluding tax
Net or wholesale price charged by supplier to a specified class of reseller, excluding any sales tax or value-added tax. Relevant tax detail must be calculated by the data recipient. (This value is for use only in countries, eg Finland, where trade practice requires two different Net prices to be listed for different classes of resellers, and where national guidelines specify how the code should be used)
Supplier’s alternative net price including tax
Net or wholesale price charged by supplier to a specified class of reseller, including any sales tax or value-added tax. Sales or value-added tax detail is usually supplied in the <Tax> composite. (This value is for use only in countries, eg Finland, where trade practice requires two different Net prices to be listed for different classes of resellers, and where national guidelines specify how the code should be used)
Special sale RRP excluding tax
Special sale RRP excluding any sales tax or value-added tax. Note ‘special sales’ are sales where terms and conditions are different from normal trade sales, when for example products that are normally sold on a sale-or-return basis are sold on firm-sale terms, where a particular product is tailored for a specific retail outlet (often termed a ‘premium’ product), or where other specific conditions or qualiifications apply. Further details of the modified terms and conditions should be given in <PriceTypeDescription>
Special sale RRP including tax
Special sale RRP including sales or value-added tax if applicable
Special sale fixed retail price excluding tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products: not used in USA
Special sale fixed retail price including tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products: not used in USA
Supplier’s net price for special sale excluding tax
Unit price charged by supplier to reseller for special sale excluding any sales tax or value-added tax
Supplier’s net price for special sale including tax
Unit price charged by supplier to reseller for special sale including any sales tax or value-added tax
Pre-publication RRP excluding tax
Pre-publication RRP excluding any sales tax or value-added tax. Use where RRP for pre-orders is different from post-publication RRP
Pre-publication RRP including tax
Pre-publication RRP including sales or value-added tax if applicable. Use where RRP for pre-orders is different from post-publication RRP
Pre-publication fixed retail price excluding tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products: not used in USA
Pre-publication fixed retail price including tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products: not used in USA
Supplier’s pre-publication net price excluding tax
Unit price charged by supplier to reseller pre-publication excluding any sales tax or value-added tax
Supplier’s pre-publication net price including tax
Unit price charged by supplier to reseller pre-publication including any sales tax or value-added tax
Freight-pass-through RRP excluding tax
In the US, books are sometimes supplied on ‘freight-pass-through’ terms, where a price that is different from the RRP is used as the basis for calculating the supplier’s charge to a reseller. To make it clear when such terms are being invoked, code 31 is used instead of code 01 to indicate the RRP. Code 32 is used for the ‘billing price’
Freight-pass-through billing price excluding tax
When freight-pass-through terms apply, the price on which the supplier’s charge to a reseller is calculated, ie the price to which trade discount terms are applied. See also code 31
Importer’s Fixed retail price excluding tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products, but the price is set by the importer or local sales agent, not the foreign publisher. In France, ‘prix catalogue éditeur étranger’
Importer’s Fixed retail price including tax
In countries where retail price maintenance applies by law to certain products, but the price is set by the importer or local sales agent, not the foreign publisher. In France, ‘prix catalogue éditeur étranger’
Nominal gratis copy value for customs purposes, excluding tax
Nominal value of gratis copies (eg review, sample or evaluation copies) for international customs declarations only, when a ‘free of charge’ price cannot be used. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nominal value for claims purposes, excluding tax
Nominal value of copies for claims purposes only (eg to account for copies lost during distribution). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Publishers retail price excluding tax
For a product supplied on agency terms, the retail price set by the publisher, excluding any sales tax or value-added tax
Publishers retail price including tax
For a product supplied on agency terms, the retail price set by the publisher, including sales or value-added tax if applicable
Price type qualifier
Unqualified price
Price applies to all customers that do not fall within any other group with a specified group-specific qualified price
Member/subscriber price
Price applies to a designated group membership
Export price
Price applies to sales outside the territory in which the supplier is located
Reduced price applicable when the item is purchased as part of a set (or series, or collection)
Use in cases where there is no combined price, but a lower price is offered for each part if the whole set / series / collection is purchased (either at one time, as part of a continuing commitment, or in a single purchase)
Voucher price
In the Netherlands (or any other market where similar arrangements exist): a reduced fixed price available for a limited time on presentation of a voucher or coupon published in a specified medium, eg a newspaper. Should be accompanied by Price Type code 13 and additional detail in <PriceTypeDescription>, and by validity dates in <PriceEffectiveFrom> and <PriceEffectiveUntil> (ONIX 2.1) or in the <PriceDate> composite (ONIX 3.0 or later)
Consumer price
Price for individual consumer sale only
Corporate / Library / Education price
Price for sale to libraries or other corporate or institutional customers
Reservation order price
Price valid for a specified period prior to publication. Orders placed prior to the end of the period are guaranteed to be delivered to the retailer before the nominal publication date. The price may or may not be different from the ‘normal’ price, which carries no such delivery guarantee. Must be accompanied by a <PriceEffectiveUntil> date (or equivalent <PriceDate> composite in ONIX 3.0 or later), and should also be accompanied by a ‘normal’ price
Promotional offer price
Temporary ‘Special offer’ price. Must be accompanied by <PriceEffectiveFrom> and <PriceEffectiveUntil> dates (or equivalent <PriceDate> composites in ONIX 3.0 or later), and may also be accompanied by a ‘normal’ price
Linked price
Price requires purchase with, or proof of ownership of another product. Further details of purchase or ownership requirements must be given in <PriceTypeDescription>
Library price
Price for sale only to libraries (including public, school and academic libraries)
Education price
Price for sale only to educational institutions (including school and academic libraries), educational buying consortia, government and local government bodies purchasing for use in education
Corporate price
Price for sale to corporate customers only
Subscription service price
Price for sale to organizations or services offering consumers subscription access to a library of books
School library price
Price for primary and secondary education
Academic library price
Price for higher education and scholarly institutions
Public library price
Introductory price
Initial ‘Introductory offer’ price. Must be accompanied by an Effective until date in a <PriceDate> composite in ONIX 3, and may also be accompanied by a ‘normal’ price valid after the introductory offer expires (Fr. Prix de lancement). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Consortial price
Price for library consortia. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Education price for alternative provision
(fr: « prix pour l’education specialisée ») Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unit of pricing
Per copy of whole product
Default. Note where the product is a pack of multiple copies, the price is per multi-item product, not per individual copy within the pack
Per page for printed loose-leaf content only
Price status
Unspecified
Default
Provisional
Confirmed
Tax rate type
Higher rate
Specifies that tax is applied at a higher rate than standard
Tax paid at source (Italy)
Under Italian tax rules, VAT on books may be paid at source by the publisher, and subsequent transactions through the supply chain are tax-exempt
Lower rate
Specifies that tax is applied at a lower rate than standard. In the EU, use code R for ‘Reduced rates’, and for rates lower than 5%, use code T (‘Super-reduced’) or Z (Zero-rated)
Standard rate
Super-low rate
Specifies that tax is applied at a rate lower than the Lower rate(s). In the EU, use code T for ‘Super-reduced rates’, and for Reduced rates (5% or above) use code R (Lower rate). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Zero-rated
Publishing status
Unspecified
Status is not specified (as distinct from unknown): the default if the <PublishingStatus> element is not sent. Also to be used in applications where the element is considered mandatory, but the sender of the ONIX message chooses not to pass on status information
Cancelled
The product was announced, and subsequently abandoned; the <PublicationDate> element in ONIX 2.1 or its equivalent in <PublishingDate> in ONIX 3.0 or later must not be sent
Forthcoming
Not yet published; must be accompanied by the expected date in <PublicationDate> in ONIX 2.1, or its equivalent in the <PublishingDate> composite in ONIX 3.0 or later
Postponed indefinitely
The product was announced, and subsequently postponed with no expected publication date; the <PublicationDate> element in ONIX 2.1, or its equivalent as a <PublishingDate> composite in ONIX 3.0 or later, must not be sent
Active
The product was published, and is still active in the sense that the publisher will accept orders for it, though it may or may not be immediately available, for which see <SupplyDetail>
No longer our product
Ownership of the product has been transferred to another publisher (with details of acquiring publisher if possible in PR.19 (ONIX 2.1) OR P.19 (ONIX 3.0 or later))
Out of stock indefinitely
The product was active, but is now inactive in the sense that (a) the publisher cannot fulfill orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain, and (b) there are no current plans to bring it back into stock. Use this code for ‘reprint under consideration’. Code 06 does not specifically imply that returns are or are not still accepted
Out of print
The product was active, but is now permanently inactive in the sense that (a) the publisher will not accept orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain, and (b) the product will not be made available again under the same ISBN. Code 07 normally implies that the publisher will not accept returns beyond a specified date
Inactive
The product was active, but is now permanently or indefinitely inactive in the sense that the publisher will not accept orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain. Code 08 covers both of codes 06 and 07, and may be used where the distinction between those values is either unnecessary or meaningless
Unknown
The sender of the ONIX record does not know the current publishing status
Remaindered
The product is no longer available from the current publisher, under the current ISBN, at the current price. It may be available to be traded through another channel. A Publishing Status code 10 ‘Remaindered’ usually but not always means that the publisher has decided to sell off excess inventory of the book. Copies of books that are remaindered are often made available in the supply chain at a reduced price. However, such remainders are often sold under a product identifier that differs from the ISBN on the full-priced copy of the book. A Publishing Status code 10 ‘Remaindered’ on a given product record may or may not be followed by a Publishing Status code 06 ‘Out of Stock Indefinitely’ or 07 ‘Out of Print’: the practise varies from one publisher to another. Some publishers may revert to a Publishing Status code 04 ‘Active’ if a desired inventory level on the product in question has subsequently been reached. No change in rights should ever be inferred from this (or any other) Publishing Status code value
Withdrawn from sale
Withdrawn, typically for legal reasons or to avoid giving offence
Recalled
Recalled for reasons of consumer safety. Deprecated, use code 15 instead
Active, but not sold separately
The product is published and active but, as a publishing decision, its constituent parts are not sold separately – only in an assembly or as part of a pack, eg with Product composition code 01. Also use with Product composition codes 30, 31 where depending on product composition and pricing, items in the pack may or may not be saleable separately at retail
Recalled
Recalled for reasons of consumer safety
Temporarily withdrawn from sale
Withdrawn temporarily, typically for quality or technical reasons. In ONIX 3.0 or later, must be accompanied by expected availability date coded ‘22’ within the <PublishingDate> composite, except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known
Permanently withdrawn from sale
Withdrawn permanently from sale in all markets. Effectively synonymous with ‘Out of print’ (code 07), but specific to downloadable and online digital products (where no ‘stock’ would remain in the supply chain)
Active, but not sold as set
The various constituent parts of a product are published and active but, as a publishing decision, they are not sold together as a single product – eg with Product composition code 11 – and are only available as a number of individual items. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Product availability
Cancelled
Product was announced, and subsequently abandoned by the publisher. No expected availability date should be included in <SupplyDate>
Not yet available, postponed indefinitely
Not yet available from the supplier, and the publisher indicates that it has been postponed indefinitely. Should be used in preference to code 10 where the publisher has indicated that a previously-announced publication date is no longer correct, and no new date has yet been announced. No expected avalabilty date should be included in <SupplyDate>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Not yet available
Not yet available (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known)
Awaiting stock
Not yet available, but will be a stock item when available (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known). Used particularly for imports which have been published in the country of origin but have not yet arrived in the importing country
Not yet available, will be POD
Not yet available, to be published as print-on-demand only (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known). May apply either to a POD successor to an existing conventional edition, when the successor will be published under a different ISBN (normally because different trade terms apply); or to a title that is being published as a POD original
Available
Available from us (form of availability unspecified)
In stock
Available from us as a stock item
To order
Available from the supplier as a non-stock item, by special order. Where possible, an <OrderTime> should be included
POD
Available from the supplier by print-on-demand. If the fulfillment delay is likely to be more than 24 hours, an <OrderTime> should be included
Temporarily unavailable
Temporarily unavailable: temporarily unavailable from us (reason unspecified) (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known)
Out of stock
Stock item, temporarily out of stock (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known)
Reprinting
Temporarily unavailable, reprinting (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known)
Awaiting reissue
Temporarily unavailable, awaiting reissue (requires expected date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known)
Temporarily withdrawn from sale
May be for quality or technical reasons. Requires expected availability date, either as <ExpectedShipDate> (ONIX 2.1) or as <SupplyDate> with <SupplyDateRole> coded ‘08’ (ONIX 3.0 or later), except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known
Not available (reason unspecified)
Not available from us (for any reason)
Not available, replaced by new product
This product is unavailable, but a successor product or edition is or will be available from us (identify successor in <RelatedProduct>)
Not available, other format available
This product is unavailable, but the same content is or will be available from us in an alternative format (identify other format product in <RelatedProduct>)
No longer supplied by us
Identify new supplier in <NewSupplier> if possible
Apply direct
Not available to trade, apply direct to publisher
Not sold separately
Must be bought as part of a set or trade pack (identify set or pack in <RelatedProduct> using code 02). Individual copies of the product are not available from the supplier, but packs of copies are available, or individual copies of the product may typically be sold at retail
Withdrawn from sale
May be for legal reasons or to avoid giving offence
Remaindered
Remaindered
Not available, replaced by POD
Out of print, but a print-on-demand edition is or will be available under a different ISBN. Use only when the POD successor has a different ISBN, normally because different trade terms apply
Recalled
Recalled for reasons of consumer safety
Not sold as set
Must be bought as individual items (identify contents of set or oack in <RelatedProduct< using code 01. Used when a collection that is not sold as a set nevertheless has its own ONIX record
Not available, publisher indicates OP
This product is unavailable from the supplier, no successor product or alternative format is available or planned. Use this code only when the publisher has indicated the product is out of print
Not available, publisher no longer sells product in this market
This product is unavailable from the supplier in this market, no successor product or alternative format is available or planned. Use this code when a publisher has indicated the product is permanently unavailable (in this market) while remaining available elsewhere
No recent update received
Sender has not received any recent update for this product from the publisher/supplier (for use when the sender is a data aggregator): the definition of ‘recent’ must be specified by the aggregator, or by agreement between parties to an exchange
No longer receiving updates
Sender is no longer receiving any updates from the publisher/supplier of this product (for use when the sender is a data aggregator)
Contact supplier
Availability not known to sender
BISAC returnable indicator
No, not returnable
Yes, returnable, full copies only
Yes, returnable, stripped cover
Note the product barcode should be repeated (with triangular ‘strippable’ indicator) on cover 2 (inside front cover) to facilitate scanning of returned stripped covers
Conditional
Contact publisher for requirements and/or authorization
Market publishing status
Unspecified
Status is not specified (as distinct from unknown): the default if the <MarketPublishingStatus> element is not sent
Cancelled
The product was announced for publication in this market, and subsequently abandoned. A market publication date must not be sent
Forthcoming
Not yet published in this market, should be accompanied by expected local publication date
Postponed indefinitely
The product was announced for publication in this market, and subsequently postponed with no expected local publication date. A market publication date must not be sent
Active
The product was published in this market, and is still active in the sense that the publisher will accept orders for it, though it may or may not be immediately available, for which see <SupplyDetail>
No longer our product
Responsibility for the product in this market has been transferred elsewhere (with details of acquiring publisher representative in this market if possible in PR.25 (in ONIX 2.1) OR P.25 (in ONIX 3.0 or later))
Out of stock indefinitely
The product was active in this market, but is now inactive in the sense that (a) the publisher representative (local publisher or sales agent) cannot fulfill orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain, and (b) there are no current plans to bring it back into stock in this market. Code 06 does not specifically imply that returns are or are not still accepted
Out of print
The product was active in this market, but is now permanently inactive in this market in the sense that (a) the publisher representative (local publisher or sales agent) will not accept orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain, and (b) the product will not be made available again in this market under the same ISBN. Code 07 normally implies that the publisher will not accept returns beyond a specified date
Inactive
The product was active in this market, but is now permanently or indefinitely inactive in the sense that the publisher representative (local publisher or sales agent) will not accept orders for it, though stock may still be available elsewhere in the supply chain. Code 08 covers both of codes 06 and 07, and may be used where the distinction between those values is either unnecessary or meaningless
Unknown
The sender of the ONIX record does not know the current publishing status in this market
Remaindered
The product is no longer available in this market from the publisher representative (local publisher or sales agent), under the current ISBN, at the current price. It may be available to be traded through another channel, usually at a reduced price
Withdrawn from sale
Withdrawn from sale in this market, typically for legal reasons or to avoid giving offence
Not available in this market
Either no rights are held for the product in this market, or for other reasons the publisher has decided not to make it available in this market
Active, but not sold separately
The product is published and active in this market but, as a publishing decision, its constituent parts are not sold separately – only in an assembly or as part of a pack, eg with Product composition code 01. Also use with Product composition codes 30, 31 where depending on product composition and pricing, items in the pack may be saleable separately at retail
Active, with market restrictions
The product is published in this market and active, but is not available to all customer types, typically because the market is split between exclusive sales agents for different market segments. In ONIX 2.1, should be accompanied by a free-text statement in <MarketRestrictionDetail> describing the nature of the restriction. In ONIX 3.0 or later, the <SalesRestriction> composite in Group P.24 should be used
Recalled
Recalled in this market for reasons of consumer safety
Temporarily withdrawn from sale
Temporarily withdrawn from sale in this market, typically for quality or technical reasons. In ONIX 3.0 or later, must be accompanied by expected availability date coded ‘22’ within the <MarketDate> composite, except in exceptional circumstances where no date is known
Permanently withdrawn from sale
Withdrawn permanently from sale in this market. Effectively synonymous with ‘Out of print’ (code 07), but specific to downloadable and online digital products (where no ‘stock’ would remain in the supply chain). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Active, but not sold as set
The various constituent parts of a product are published and active in this market but, as a publishing decision, they are not sold together as a single product – eg with Product composition code 11 – and are only available as a number of individual items. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Agent role
Exclusive sales agent
Publisher’s exclusive sales agent in a specified territory
Non-exclusive sales agent
Publisher’s non-exclusive sales agent in a specified territory
Local publisher
Publisher for a specified territory
Sales agent
Publisher’s sales agent in a specific territory. Use only where exclusive / non-exclusive status is not known. Prefer 05 or 06 as appropriate, where possible
Stock quantity code type
Proprietary
As specified in <StockQuantityCodeTypeName>
APA stock quantity code
Code scheme defined by the Australian Publishers Association. Deprecated
Sales restriction type
Unspecified – see text
Restriction must be described in <SalesRestrictionDetail> (ONIX 2.1) or <SalesRestrictionNote> (ONIX 3.0 or later)
Retailer exclusive / own brand
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales through designated retailer(s), which must be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite. Use only when it is not possible to assign the more explicit codes 04 or 05
Through office supplies outlets only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales though office supplies channels. Specific outlet(s) may be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite
Internal publisher use only: do not list
For an ISBN that is assigned for a publisher’s internal purposes
Retailer exclusive
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales (under the publisher’s brand / imprint) through the designated retailer(s), which must be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite
Retailer own brand
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales (under the retailer’s own brand / imprint) through the designated retailer(s), which must be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite
To libraries only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies to libraries
To schools only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies to schools
Indiziert
Indexed for the German market – in Deutschland indiziert
Except to libraries
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies other than to libraries
Through news outlets only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales though news outlet channels (newsstands / newsagents)
Retailer exception
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales other than through designated retailer(s), which must be identified or named in the <SalesOutlet> composite
Except to subscription services
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies other than to organizations or services offering consumers subscription access to a catalog of books
To subscription services only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies to organizations or services offering consumers subscription access to a catalog of books
Except through online retail
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales other than through online retail channels
Through online retail only
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to sales through online retail channels
Except to schools
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies other than to schools. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Through Inventoryless POD
POD copies may be manufactured at any time, either to fulfill a customer order immediately or to replace a minimal stockholding (ie near-inventoryless). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Through Stock Protection POD
POD copies may be manfactured only to fulfill a customer order immediately while out of stock and awaiting delivery of further stock from the supplier. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Except through POD
Not eligible for POD. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Except to some subscription services
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to all supplies through retailers, and to the designated subscription services, which must be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Subscription service exclusive
Sales rights (or market distribution rights) apply to supplies to the designated subscription service(s), which must be identified or named in an instance of the <SalesOutlet> composite. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
No restrictions on sales
Positive indication that no sales restrictions apply, for example to indicate the product may be sold both online and in bricks-and mortar retail, or to subscription services and non-subscription customers. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Thesis type
Habilitationsschrift
Professorial dissertation (thesis for postdoctoral lecturing qualification)
Dissertationsschrift
Doctoral thesis
Staatsexamensarbeit
State examination thesis
Magisterarbeit
Magisters degree thesis
Diplomarbeit
Diploma degree thesis
Bachelorarbeit
Bachelors degree thesis
Masterarbeit
Masters degree thesis
Website role
Unspecified, see website description
Publisher’s corporate website
See also codes 17 and 18
Publisher’s website for a specified work
A publisher’s informative and/or promotional webpage relating to a specified work (book, journal, online resource or other publication type)
Online hosting service home page
A webpage giving access to an online content hosting service as a whole
Journal home page
A webpage giving general information about a serial, in print or electronic format or both
Online resource ‘available content’ page
A webpage giving direct access to the content that is available online for a specified resource version. Generally used for content available online under subscription terms
Contributor’s own website
A webpage maintained by an author or other contributor about her/his publications and personal background
Publisher’s website relating to specified contributor
A publisher’s webpage devoted to a specific author or other contributor
Other publisher’s website relating to specified contributor
A webpage devoted to a specific author or other contributor, and maintained by a publisher other than the publisher of the item described in the ONIX record
Third-party website relating to specified contributor
A webpage devoted to a specific author or other contributor, and maintained by a third party (eg a fan site)
Contributor’s own website for specified work
A webpage maintained by an author or other contributor and specific to an individual work
Other publisher’s website relating to specified work
A webpage devoted to an individual work, and maintained by a publisher other than the publisher of the item described in the ONIX record
Third-party website relating to specified work
A webpage devoted to an individual work, and maintained by a third party (eg a fan site)
Contributor’s own website for group or series of works
A webpage maintained by an author or other contributor and specific to a group or series of works
Publisher’s website relating to group or series of works
A publisher’s webpage devoted to a group or series of works
Other publisher’s website relating to group or series of works
A webpage devoted to a group or series of works, and maintained by a publisher other than the publisher of the item described in the ONIX record
Third-party website relating to group or series of works (eg a fan site)
A webpage devoted to a group or series of works, and maintained by a third party (eg a fan site)
Publisher’s B2B website
Use instead of code 01 to specify a publisher’s website for trade users
Publisher’s B2C website
Use instead of code 01 to specify a publisher’s website for end customers (consumers)
Author blog
For example, a Blogger or Tumblr URL, a Wordpress website or other blog URL
Web page for author presentation / commentary
Web page for author interview
Web page for author reading
Web page for cover material
Web page for sample content
Web page for full content
Use this value in the <Website> composite (typically within <Publisher> or <SupplyDetail>) when sending a link to a webpage at which a digital product is available for download and/or online access
Web page for other commentary / discussion
For example a subscribable podcast hosting site, social media message, newsletter issue, other commentary
Transfer-URL
URL needed by the German National Library for direct access, harvesting and storage of an electronic resource
DOI Website Link
Link needed by German Books in Print (VLB) for DOI registration and ONIX DOI conversion
Supplier’s corporate website
A corporate website operated by a distributor or other supplier (not the publisher)
Supplier’s B2B website
A website operated by a distributor or other supplier (not the publisher) and aimed at trade customers
Supplier’s B2C website
A website operated by a distributor or other supplier (not the publisher) and aimed at consumers
Supplier’s website for a specified work
A distributor or supplier’s webpage describing a specified work
Supplier’s B2B website for a specified work
A distributor or supplier’s webpage describing a specified work, and aimed at trade customers
Supplier’s B2C website for a specified work
A distributor or supplier’s webpage describing a specified work, and aimed at consumers
Supplier’s website for a group or series of works
A distributor or supplier’s webpage describing a group or series of works
URL of full metadata description
For example an ONIX or MARC record for the product, available online
Social networking URL for specific work or product
For example, a Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok (including Booktok), Twitter (latterly, X) or similar URL for the product or work
Author’s social networking URL
For example, a Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok (including Booktok), Twitter (latterly, X) or similar page
Publisher’s social networking URL
For example, a Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok (including Booktok), Twitter (latterly, X) or similar page
Social networking URL for specific article, chapter or content item
For example, a Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok (including Booktok), Twitter (latterly, X) or similar page. Use only in the context of a specific content item (eg within <ContentItem>)
Publisher’s or third party website for permissions requests
For example, a service offering click-through licensing of extracts
Publisher’s or third party website for privacy statement
For example, a page providing details related to GDPR. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Publisher’s website for digital preservation
The URL of the publisher’s preservation service, or a more specific URL for access to its preservation metadata, to provide confirmation of the preservation status of the product. <WebsiteDescription> may contain the name of the service. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Third-party website for digital preservation
The URL of the preservation service (eg https://clockss.org), or a more specific URL for access to its preservation metadata, to provide confirmation of the preservation status of the product. <WebsiteDescription> may contain the name of the service. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Product website for environmental responsibility statement
The URL of a web page describing the environmental and sustainability policy, or carbon neutrality status, that applies to the specific product. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Organization’s website for environmental responsibility statement
The URL of a web page describing the environmental and sustainability policies, carbon neutrality status, etc of the organization (publisher, supplier etc). For environmental sustainability of the product itself, see List 79. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Legal deposit website for digital preservation
The URL of a digital legal deposit service (eg https://www.legaldeposit.org.uk), or a more specific URL for access to its preservation metadata, to provide confirmation of the digital legal deposit status of the product. <WebsiteDescription> may contain the name of the service. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Language – based on ISO 639-2/B
Abkhazian
Achinese
Acoli
Adangme
Adygei; Adyghe
(West Circassian)
Afar
Afrihili
Artificial language
Afrikaans
Afro-Asiatic languages
Collective name
Ainu
Akan
Macrolanguage. See also fat (Fanti), twi (Twi)
Akkadian
Albanian
Macrolanguage
Aleut
Algonquian languages
Collective name
Algonquin
Alginkin. ONIX local code, equivalent to alq in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Altaic languages
Collective name
Amharic
Angika
Apache languages
Collective name
Arabic
Macrolanguage
Aragonese
Aranés
ONIX local code, distinct dialect of Occitan (not distinguished from oci by ISO 639-3)
Arapaho
Arawak
Armenian
Aromanian; Arumanian; Macedo-Romanian
Artificial languages
Collective name
Assamese
Asturian; Bable; Leonese; Asturleonese
Athapascan languages
Collective name
Atikamekw
ONIX local code, equivalent to atj in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Australian languages
Collective name
Austro-Asiatic languages
Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of aav in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Austronesian languages
Collective name
Avaric
Avestan
Awadhi
Aymara
Macrolanguage
Azerbaijani
Macrolanguage
Balinese
Baltic languages
Collective name
Baluchi
Macrolanguage
Bambara
Bamileke languages
Collective name
Banda languages
Collective name
Bantu languages
Collective name
Basa
Bashkir
Basque
Batak languages
Collective name
Beja; Bedawiyet
Belarusian
Bemba
Bengali
Berber languages
Collective name
Bhojpuri
Bihari languages
Collective name
Bikol
Macrolanguage
Bini; Edo
Bislama
Blin; Bilin
Blissymbols; Blissymbolics; Bliss
Artificial language
Bodo (India)
Boro. ONIX local code, equivalent to brx in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bosnian
Braj
Breton
Buginese
Bulgarian
Bulu (Cameroon)
ONIX local code, equivalent to bum in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Buriat
Macrolanguage
Burmese
Caddo
Campidanese
ONIX local code for Sardinian dialect, equivalent to sro in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cantonese
ONIX local code, equivalent to yue in ISO 639-3
Catalan
See also qav (Valencian)
Caucasian languages
Collective name
Cayuga
ONIX local code, equivalent to cay in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cebuano
Celtic languages
Collective name
Central American Indian languages
Collective name
Central Atlas Tamazight
ONIX local code, equivalent to tzm in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Central Khmer
Central Kurdish (Sorani)
ONIX local code, equivalent to ckb in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Chagatai
Chamic languages
Collective name
Chamorro
Chechen
Cherokee
Cheyenne
Chibcha
Chichewa; Chewa; Nyanja
Chickasaw
ONIX local code, equivalent to cic in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Chinese
Macrolanguage. See also cmn (Mandarin), yue (Cantonese)
Chinook jargon
Chipewyan; Dene Suline
Choctaw
Church Slavic; Old Slavonic; Church Slavonic; Old Bulgarian; Old Church Slavonic
Chuukese (Truk)
Chuvash
Classical Newari; Old Newari; Classical Nepal Bhasa
Classical Syriac
Coptic
Cornish
Corsican
Cree
Macrolanguage. See also crj (Southern East Cree), crk (plains Cree), crl (Northern East Cree), crm (Moose Cree), cse (Swampy Cree), cwd (Woods Cree)
Creek
Seminole
Creoles and pidgins
Collective name
Creoles and pidgins, English-based
Collective name
Creoles and pidgins, French-based
Collective name
Creoles and pidgins, Portuguese-based
Collective name
Crimean Turkish; Crimean Tatar
Croatian
Croatian
Deprecated – use hrv
Cushitic languages
Collective name
Czech
Dakota
Danish
Dargwa
Dari; Afghan Persian
ONIX local code, equivalent to prs in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Delaware
Macrolanguage
Dinka
Macrolanguage
Divehi; Dhivehi; Maldivian
Dogri
Macrolanguage
Dogrib
Dravidian languages
Collective name
Duala
Dutch, Middle (ca. 1050-1350)
Dutch; Flemish
Dyula
Dzongkha
Eastern Canadian Inuktitut
ONIX local code, equivalent to ike in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Eastern Frisian
Efik
Egyptian (Ancient)
Ekajuk
Elamite
Emilian
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to egl in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
English
English, Middle (1100-1500)
English, Old (ca. 450-1100)
Erzya
Eskaleut languages
Inuit-Yupik-Unangan languages. Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of esx in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Esperanto
Artificial language
Estonian
Macrolanguage
Ethiopic (Ge’ez)
Ewe
Ewondo
Fang
Fanti
Faroese
Fijian
Filipino; Pilipino
Finnish
Finno-Ugrian languages
Collective name
Fon
French
French, Middle (ca. 1400-1600)
French, Old (ca. 842-1400)
See also qgl (Gallo)
Friulian
Fulah
Macrolanguage
Gã
Galibi Carib
Galician
Gallo
ONIX local code, distinct variant of langue d’oïl (old northern French), not distinguished from fro, or from frm, fre, nrf by ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gallurese
ONIX local code for Sardinian dialect, equivalent to sdn in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ganda
Garo
ONIX local code, equivalent to grt in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gayo
Gbaya
Macrolanguage
Georgian
German
German, Middle High (ca. 1050-1500)
German, Old High (ca. 750-1050)
Germanic languages
Collective name
Gilbertese
Gitxsan
ONIX local code, equivalent to git in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gondi
Macrolanguage
Gorontalo
Gothic
Grebo
Macrolanguage
Greek, Ancient (to 1453)
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Guarani
Macrolanguage
Guernésiais, Jèrriais
ONIX local code, equivalent to nrf in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gujarati
Gwich’in
Haida
Macrolanguage
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Hausa
Hawaiian
Hebrew
Herero
Hiligaynon
Himachali languages; Western Pahari languages
Collective name
Hindi
Hiri Motu
Hittite
Hmong-Mien languages
Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of hmx in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hmong; Mong
Macrolanguage
Hopi
ONIX local code, equivalent to hop in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hungarian
Hupa
Iban
Icelandic
Ido
Artificial language
Igbo
Ijo languages
Collective name
Iloko
Inari Sami
Indic languages
Collective name
Indo-European languages
Collective name
Indonesian
Ingush
Innu, Montagnais
ONIX local code, equivalent to moe in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Interlingua (International Auxiliary Language Association)
Artificial language
Interlingue; Occidental
Artificial language
Inuinnaqtun
Western Canadian Inuktitut. ONIX local code, equivalent to ikt in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Inuktitut
Macrolanguage. See also ike (Eastern Canadian Inuktitut), ikt (Inuinnaqtun)
Inupiaq
Macrolanguage
Inuvialuktun
ONIX local code, distinct dialect of Inuktitut (not distinguished from iku, ike, ikt by ISO 639-3). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Iranian languages
Collective name
Iranian Persian; Parsi
ONIX local code, equivalent to pes in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Irish
Irish, Middle (ca. 1100-1550)
Irish, Old (to 1100)
Iroquoian languages
Collective name
Italian
Japanese
Japanese languages
Japonic. Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of jpx in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Javanese
Jowulu
ONIX local code, equivalent to jow in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Judeo-Arabic
Macrolanguage
Judeo-Persian
Kabardian
(East Circassian)
Kabyle
Kachin; Jingpho
Kalâtdlisut; Greenlandic
Kalmyk; Oirat
Kamba
Kannada
Kanuri
Macrolanguage
Kara-Kalpak
Karachay-Balkar
Karaim
ONIX local code, equivalent to kdr in ISO 639-3
Karelian
Karen languages
Collective name
Kashmiri
Kashubian
Kawi
Kazakh
Khasi
Khoisan languages
Collective name
Khotanese; Sakan
Khwedam, Kxoe
ONIX local code, equivalent to xuu in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kikuyu; Gikuyu
Kimbundu
Kinyarwanda
Kirghiz; Kyrgyz
Kissi, Northern
Kisi (Guinean language). ONIX local code, equivalent to kqs in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Do not confuse with Kisi (Tanzanian language)
Kissi, Southern
Kisi (Liberian language). ONIX local code, equivalent to kss in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Do not confuse with Kisi (Tanzanian language)
Klingon; tlhIngan-Hol
Artificial language
Komi
Macrolanguage
Kongo
Macrolanguage
Konkani
Macrolanguage
Korean
Kpelle
Macrolanguage
Kru languages
Collective name
Kuanyama; Kwanyama
Kumyk
Kurdish
Macrolanguage. See also ckb (Central Kurdish)
Kurukh
Kusaiean (Caroline Islands)
Kutenai
Kvensk
ONIX local code, equivalent to fkv in ISO 639-3
Kwakiutl
ONIX local code, equivalent to kwk in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ladino
Lahnda
Macrolanguage
Lakota
Teton, Teton Sioux. ONIX local code, equivalent to lkt in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lamba
Land Dayak languages
Collective name
Lao
Latin
Latvian
Macrolanguage
Lemko
ONIX local code, distinct dialect of of Rusyn (not distinguished from rue by ISO 639-3). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lezgian
Ligurian
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to lij in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Limbergan; Limburger; Limburgish
Lingala
Lithuanian
Lojban
Lombard
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to lmo in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Low German; Low Saxon
Lower Sorbian
Lozi
Luba-Katanga
Luba-Lulua
Luiseño
Lule Sami
Lunda
Luo (Kenya and Tanzania)
Lushai
Luxembourgish; Letzeburgesch
Macedonian
Madurese
Magahi
Maithili
Makasar
Malagasy
Macrolanguage
Malay
Macrolanguage
Malayalam
Malayo-Polynesian languages
Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of poz in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Maltese
Manchu
Mandar
Mandarin
ONIX local code, equivalent to cmn in ISO 639-3
Mandingo
Macrolanguage
Manipuri
Manobo languages
Collective name
Manx
Maori
Mapudungun; Mapuche
Marathi
Mari
Macrolanguage
Marshallese
Marwari
Macrolanguage
Masai
Mayan languages
Collective name
Meänkieli / Tornedalen Finnish
ONIX local code, equivalent to fit in ISO 639-3
Mende
Mi’kmaq; Micmac
Michif
ONIX local code, equivalent to crg in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Middle Low German
ONIX local code, equivalent to gml in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Minangkabau
Mirandese
Mohawk
Moksha
Moldavian; Moldovan
Deprecated – use rum
Mon-Khmer languages
Collective name
Mongo-Nkundu
Mongolian
Macrolanguage
Montenegrin
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mooré; Mossi
Moose Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to crm in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Munda languages
Collective name
Murrinh-Patha
ONIX local code, equivalent to mwf in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
N’Ko
Nahuatl languages
Collective name
Naskapi
ONIX local code, equivalent to nsk in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nauruan
Navajo; Navaho
Ndebele, North
Ndebele, South
Ndonga
Neapolitan
Nepali
Macrolanguage
Neutral Latin American Spanish
ONIX local code, distinct and exclusively spoken variation of Spanish, not distinguished from spa (Spanish, Castilian) by ISO 639-3. Neutral Latin American Spanish should be considered a ‘shorthand’ for spa plus a ‘country code’ for Latin America – but prefer spa plus the relevant country code for specifically Mexican Spanish, Argentine (Rioplatense) Spanish, Puerto Rican Spanish etc. Neutral Latin American Spanish must only be used with audio material (including the audio tracks of TV, video and film) to indicate use of accent, vocabulary and construction suitable for broad use across Latin America. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Newari; Nepal Bhasa
Nias
Niger-Kordofanian languages
Collective name
Nilo-Saharan languages
Collective name
Niuean
Nogai
Norman French
Normand, of which Guernésiais, Jèrriais are distinct dialects. ONIX local code (not distinguished from nrf in ISO 639-3). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
North American Indian languages
Collective name
Northern East Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to crl in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Northern Frisian
Northern Sami
Norwegian
Macrolanguage. See also nob (Bokmål), nno (Nynorsk)
Norwegian Bokmål
Norwegian Nynorsk
Nubian languages
Collective name
Nyamwezi
Nyankole
Nyoro
Nzima
Occitan (post-1500)
See also qar (Aranés)
Official Aramaic; Imperial Aramaic (700-300 BCE)
Ojibwa
Macrolanguage. See also ojs (Severn Ojibwa)
Old Dutch / Old Low Franconian (ca. 400–1050)
ONIX local code, equivalent to odt in ISO 639-3
Old Norse
Old Persian (ca. 600-400 B.C.)
Oriya
Macrolanguage
Oromo
Macrolanguage
Osage
Ossetian; Ossetic
Oto-Manguean languages
ONIX local code, equivalent to omq in ISO 639-5. Collective name
Otomian languages
Collective name
Pahlavi
Palauan
Pali
Pampanga; Kapampangan
Pangasinan
Panjabi
Papiamento
Papuan languages
Collective name
Pedi; Sepedi; Northern Sotho
Persian
Macrolanguage. See also pes (Iranian Persian, Farsi), prs (Dari)
Philippine languages
Collective name
Phoenician
Picard
ONIX local code, distinct variant of langue d’oïl (old northern French), equivalent to pcd in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Picture Communication Symbols (PCS)
ONIX local code for graphical symbols used in augmentative and alternative communication and education, not listed in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Piedmontese
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to pms in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Plains Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to crk in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Polish
Ponapeian
Portuguese
Prakrit languages
Collective name
Provençal, Old (to 1500); Occitan, Old (to 1500)
Pushto; Pashto
Macrolanguage
Quechua
Macrolanguage
Rajasthani
Macrolanguage
Rapanui
Rarotongan; Cook Islands Maori
Réunion Creole French
ONIX local code, equivalent to rcf in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Romagnol
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to rgl in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Romance languages
Collective name
Romanian
Romansh
Romany
Romani. Macrolanguage
Rundi
Russian
Salishan languages
Collective name
Samaritan Aramaic
Sami languages
Collective name
Samoan
Sandawe
Sango
Sanskrit
Santali
Saramaccan
ONIX local code for Saramaccan language, equivalent to srm in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sardinian
Macrolanguage. See also sdc (Sassarese), sdn (Gallurese), sro (Campidanese)
Sasak
Sassarese
ONIX local code for Sardinian dialect, equivalent to sdc in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Scots
Scottish Gaelic
Selkup
Semitic languages
Collective name
Serbian
Deprecated – use srp
Serbian
Serer
Severn Ojibwa
ONIX local code, equivalent to ojs in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shan
Shona
Shuswap
ONIX local code, equivalent to shs in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sichuan Yi; Nuosu
Sicilian
Sidamo
Sign languages
Collective name
Siksika
Silesian
ONIX local code, equivalent to szl in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sindhi
Sinhala; Sinhalese
Sinitic languages
Chinese (family) languages. Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of zhx in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sino-Tibetan languages
Collective name
Siouan languages
Collective name
Skolt Sami
Slave (Athapascan)
Macrolanguage
Slavic languages
Collective name
Slovak
Slovenian
Sogdian
Somali
Songhai languages
Collective name
Soninke
Sorbian languages
Collective name
Sotho; Sesotho
South American Indian languages
Collective name
Southern Altai
Southern East Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to crj in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Southern Sami
Spanish
Sranan Tongo
Standard Moroccan Tamazight
Stoney
ONIX local code, equivalent to sto in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sukuma
Sumerian
Sundanese
Susu
Swahili
Macrolanguage
Swampy Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to csw in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Swazi; Swati
Swedish
Swiss German; Alemannic; Alsatian
Syriac
Macrolanguage
Tagalog
Tahitian
Tai languages
Collective name
Tajik; Tajiki Persian
Tamashek
Macrolanguage
Tamil
Tashelhit; Shilha
ONIX local code, equivalent to shi in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tatar
Telugu
Temne; Time
Terena
Tetum
Thai
Thompson
Nla’kapamux. ONIX local code, equivalent to thp in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tibetan
Tigré
Tigrinya
Tiv
Tlingit
Tok Pisin
Tokelauan
Tonga (Nyasa)
Tongan
Traveler Norwegian
ONIX local code for Norwegian Scandoromani variant, equivalent to rmg in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tsakonian
ONIX local code, equivalent to tsd in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tsimshian
Tsonga
Tswana
AKA Setswana
Tumbuka
Tupi languages
Collective name
Turkish
Turkish, Ottoman
Turkmen
Tuvaluan
Tuvinian
Twi
Tzotzil
ONIX local code, equivalent to tzo in ISO 639-3
Udmurt
Ugaritic
Uighur; Uyghur
Ukrainian
Umbundu
Upper Sorbian
Uralic languages
Collective name. ONIX local code, equivalent of urj in ISO 639-5. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Urdu
Uzbek
Macrolanguage
Vai
Valencian
ONIX local code, distinct dialect of Catalan (not distinguished from cat by ISO 639-3)
Venda
Venetian/Venetan
ONIX local code for Italian dialect, equivalent to vec in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Vietnamese
Volapük
Artificial language
Votic
Wakashan languages
Collective name
Wallisian
East Uvean. ONIX local code, equivalent to wls in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Walloon
Waray
Washo
Wayuu
Guajiro. ONIX local code, equivalent of guc in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Welsh
Western Frisian
Widgit symbols
ONIX local code for graphical symbols used in augmentative and alternative communication and education, not listed in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Wolaitta; Wolaytta
Wolof
Woods Cree
ONIX local code, equivalent to cwd in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Wymysorys
Vilamovian. ONIX local code, equivalent to wym in ISO 639-3. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Xhosa
Yakut
Yao
Yapese
Yiddish
Macrolanguage
Yoruba
Yupik languages
Collective name
Zande languages
Collective name
Zapotec
Macrolanguage
Zaza; Dimili; Dimli; Kirdki; Kirmanjki; Zazaki
Macrolanguage
Zenaga
Zhuang; Chuang
Macrolanguage
Zulu
Zuni
Uncoded language
Use where no suitable code is available
Undetermined language
Multiple languages
No linguistic content
DVD region
All regions
DVD or Blu-Ray
DVD region 1
US, US Territories, Canada
DVD region 2
Japan, Europe, South Africa and Middle East (including Egypt)
DVD region 3
Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, and Taiwan
DVD region 4
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, Mexico, South America and the Caribbean
DVD region 5
Eastern Europe (former Soviet Union), Indian subcontinent, Africa, North Korea and Mongolia
DVD region 6
People’s Republic of China (except Macau and Hong Kong)
DVD region 7
Reserved for future use
DVD region 8
International venues: aircraft, cruise ships etc
Blu-Ray region A
North America, Central America, South America, Japan, Taiwan, North Korea, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia
Blu-Ray region B
Most of Europe, Greenland, French territories, Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, plus all of Oceania
Blu-Ray region C
India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Mainland China, Pakistan, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Central, and South Asia
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Preschool
Age typically 0-4 years
Kindergarten
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First Grade
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High School Senior – age typically 17 years
College Freshman
Age typically 18 years
College Sophomore
Age typically 19 years
College Junior
Age typically 20 years
College Senior
Age typically 21 years
College Graduate Student
Age typically 22+ years
Product form feature type
Color of cover
For Product Form Feature values see code list 98
Color of spine
Where it is different from the overall color of the cover (see code 01). For Product Form Feature values see code list 98. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Color of foil
On cover or spine. For Product Form Feature values see metallic colors from code list 98. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Color of page edge
Sprayed / gilded edges. For Product Form Feature values see code list 98
Text font
The principal font used for body text, when this is a significant aspect of product description, eg for some Bibles, and for large print product. The accompanying <ProductFormFeatureDescription> is text specifying the typeface name. The font size may be specified with the font name, but is preferred separately (in points) in <ProductFormFeatureValue>
Special cover material
For Product Form Feature values see code list 99
DVD region
For Product Form Feature values see code list 76
Operating system requirements
A computer or handheld device operating system required to use a digital product, with version detail if applicable. The accompanying Product Form Feature Value is a code from List 176. Version detail, when applicable, is carried in Product Form Feature Description
Other system requirements
Other system requirements for a digital product, described by free text in Product Form Feature Description
‘Point and listen’ device compatibility
Indicates compatibility with proprietary ‘point and listen’ devices such as Ting Pen (http://www.ting.eu), the iSmart Touch and Read Pen. These devices scan invisible codes specially printed on the page to identify the book and position of the word, and the word is then read aloud by the device. The name of the compatible device (or range of devices) should be given in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>
E-publication accessibility detail
For <ProductFormFeatureValue> codes, see Codelist 196
E-publication format version
For versioned e-book file formats (or in some cases, devices). <ProductFormFeatureValue> should contain the version number as a period-separated list of numbers (eg ‘7’, ‘1.5’ or ‘3.10.7’). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later – in ONIX 2.1, use <EpubTypeVersion> instead. For the most common file formats, code 15 and List 220 is strongly preferred
US CPSIA or other international hazard warning
Hazard warning required by US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008 or other US or international legislation. Required, when applicable, for products sold in the US. The Product Form Feature Value is a code from List 143. Further explanation may be given in Product Form Feature Description
EU Toy Safety Hazard warning
Product carries hazard warning required by EU Toy Safety Directive. The Product Form Feature Value is a code from List 184, and (for some codes) the exact wording of the warning may be given in Product Form Feature Description
IATA Dangerous Goods warning
Product Form Feature Description must give further details of the warning
E-publication format version code
For common versioned e-book formats (or in some cases, devices) – for example EPUB 2.0.1 or EPUB 3.0. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from list 220. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
E-publication format validator version
For common versioned e-book formats, the name and version of the validator used to check conformance. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> is the common name of the validator used (eg EpubCheck, Flightdeck), and <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the version number of the validator (eg 4.0.0a). Use with code 15 (or possibly code 10), or with <EpubTypeVersion>, to specify the version the e-publication conforms with
‘Point and watch’ device/app compatibility
Indicates compatibility with proprietary ‘point and watch‘ devices or apps. These scan invisible codes specially printed on the page, or the whole page image, to identify the book and page position. Scanning can trigger display of (for example) an augmented reality view of the page. The name of the compatible app or device (or range of apps/devices) should be given in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
E-publication authentication and access control
Requirement for user authentication prior to use, with detail of authentication method (user enrolment, and login passwords, location- or device-based recognition, authentication via third-party identity service etc) given in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Battery type and safety
Use to describe battery requirements, types, hazards and battery safety warnings. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 242. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Battery capacity
Total capacity (of batteries in the product) in Watt hours. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is an integer or decimal number (eg ‘45’, not ‘45Wh’). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Dangerous goods
Use to describe regulation of the product for various purposes. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 243. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Game pieces
Number of pieces, eg for jigsaws, puzzles, kits, board games. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is an integer. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. For pieces like cards in a pack, see <Extent> and code 00 from List 24
Game players
Number of players, for board games, card games, videogames etc. <ProductFormFeatureValue> must be a required (exact) number as an integer OR a range (eg ‘2–6’), optionally accompanied by the number of players as text (eg ‘suitable for 2–6 players’) in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Game play time
Typical time to complete a game, for board games, card games, videogames etc, stated as an integer (in minutes) OR range (eg ‘60–90’) in <ProductFormFeatureValue>, optionally accompanied by the playing time as text (eg ‘typically 60–90 minutes’) in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Personal data requirements
Personal data required for registration or use of the product. This can be coded in <ProductFormFeatureValue> (for example using a URI from SCOLOM list 044 – see http://data.education.fr/voc/scolomfr/scolomfr-voc-044) – and/or described in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Not FSC or PEFC certified
Product does not carry FSC or PEFC logo. The Product Form Feature Value element is not used. The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. The product record may also still carry a claimed Pre- and Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) percentage value (type code 37) in a separate repeat of the Product Form Feature composite
FSC certified – pure
Product carries FSC logo (Pure, 100%). <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the Certification number (ie either a Chain Of Custody (COC) number or a Trademark License number) printed on the book. Format: Chain of Custody number is two to five letters-COC-six digits (the digits should include leading zeros if necessary), eg ‘AB-COC-001234’ or ‘ABCDE-COC-123456’; Trademark License number is C followed by six digits, eg ‘C005678’ (this would normally be prefixed by ‘FSC®’ when displayed). The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. By definition, a product certified Pure does not contain Pre- or Post-Consumer-Waste (PCW), so type code 31 can only occur on its own. Certification numbers may be checked at https://info.fsc.org/
FSC certified – mixed sources
Product carries FSC logo (Mixed sources, Mix). <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the Certification number (ie either a Chain Of Custody (COC) number or a Trademark License number) printed on the book. Format: Chain of Custody number is two to five letters-COC-six digits (the digits should include leading zeros if necessary), eg ‘AB-COC-001234’ or ‘ABCDE-COC-123456’; Trademark License number is C followed by six digits, eg ‘C005678’ (this would normally be prefixed by ‘FSC®’ when displayed). The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. May be accompanied by a Pre- and Post-Consumer-Waste (PCW) percentage value, to be reported in another instance of <ProductFormFeature> with type code 36. Certification numbers may be checked at https://info.fsc.org/
FSC certified – recycled
Product carries FSC logo (Recycled). <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the Certification number (ie either a Chain Of Custody (COC) number or a Trademark License number) printed on the book. Format: Chain of Custody number is two to five letters-COC-six digits (the digits should include leading zeroes if necessary), eg ‘AB-COC-001234’ or ‘ABCDE-COC-123456’; Trademark License number is C followed by six digits, eg ‘C005678’ (this would normally be prefixed by ‘FSC®’ when displayed). The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. Should be accompanied by a Pre- and Post-Consumer-Waste (PCW) percentage value, to be reported in another instance of <ProductFormFeature> with type code 36. Certification numbers may be checked at https://info.fsc.org/
PEFC certified
Product carries PEFC logo (certified) or equivalent from PEFC-endorsed national scheme. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the Chain Of Custody (COC) number printed on the book. The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. May be accompanied by a Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) percentage value, to be reported in another instance of <ProductFormFeature> with type code 36
PEFC recycled
Product carries PEFC logo (recycled) or equivalent from PEFC-endorsed national scheme. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is the Chain Of Custody (COC) number printed on the book. The Product Form Feature Description element may carry free text indicating the grade or type of paper. Should be accompanied by a Post-Consumer-Waste (PCW) percentage value, to be reported in another instance of <ProductFormFeature> with type code 36
FSC or PEFC certified Pre- and Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) percentage
The percentage of recycled Pre- and Post-Consumer-Waste (PCW) used in a product where the composition is certified by FSC, PEFC or PEFC-endorsed scheme. <ProductFormFeatureValue> is an integer. May occur together with type code 32, 33, 34 or 35
Claimed Pre- and Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) percentage
The percentage of recycled Pre- and Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) claimed to be used in a product where the composition is not certified by FSC or PEFC. <Product FormFeatureValue> is an integer. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry free text supporting the claim. Must be accompanied by type code 30
‘Green’ inks
Vegetable-based or other environmentally-conscious inks and varnishes. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry free text with a more detailed statement. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
‘Green’ adhesives
Product binding uses environmentally-concious adhesives and other binding materials. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry free text with a more detailed statement. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Paper produced by ‘green’ technology
Product made from paper produced using environmentally-conscious technology. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry free text with a more detailed statement
Carbon/GHG emission certification scheme
<ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 262 identifying the particular certification scheme. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may be a descriptor for some part, schedule or annex of the certification scheme, where necessary. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carbon/GHG emission certification / license number
<ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 262 identifying a particular certification scheme. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> is a certificate or license number used to certify compliance with the scheme. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carbon/GHG emission certification URL
<ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 262 identifying a particular certification scheme. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> is a URL linking to a web page certifying compliance with the scheme. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carbon/GHG Scope 3 certified Carbon dioxide equivalent emission
<ProductFormFeatureValue> is a code from List 262 identifying a particular certification scheme. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> is a number specifying certified GHG emissions per copy of the product, measured in kilograms of Carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) using the Scope 3 methodology of the scheme. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carbon/GHG Scope 2 certified Carbon dioxide equivalent emission
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Carbon/GHG Scope 1 certified Carbon dioxide equivalent emission
Scope 1 emission certifications are not recommended for use. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Product packaging type
No outer packaging
No packaging, or all smaller items enclosed inside largest item
Slip-sleeve
Thin card or soft plastic sleeve, much less rigid than a slip case
Clamshell
Packaging consisting of formed plastic sealed around each side of the product. Not to be confused with single-sided Blister pack
Keep case
Typical DVD-style packaging, sometimes known as an ‘Amaray’ case
Jewel case
Typical CD-style packaging
Digipak
Common CD-style packaging, a card folder with one or more panels incorporating a tray, hub or pocket to hold the disc(s)
Shrink-wrapped (biodegradable)
Use for products or product bundles supplied for retail sale in shrink-wrapped packaging, where the shrink-wrap film is biodegradable. For non-degradable film, see code 21. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
In box (with lid)
Individual item, items or set in card box with separate or hinged lid: not to be confused with the commonly-used ‘boxed set’ which is more likely to be packaged in a slip case
Slip-cased
Slip-case for single item only (de: ‘Schuber’)
Slip-cased set
Slip-case for multi-volume set, also commonly referred to as ‘boxed set’ (de: ‘Kassette’)
Tube
Rolled in tube or cylinder: eg sheet map or poster
Binder
Use for miscellaneous items such as slides, microfiche, when presented in a binder
In wallet or folder
Use for miscellaneous items such as slides, microfiche, when presented in a wallet or folder
Long triangular package
Long package with triangular cross-section used for rolled sheet maps, posters etc
Long square package
Long package with square cross-section used for rolled sheet maps, posters, etc
Softbox (for DVD)
Pouch
In pouch, eg teaching materials in a plastic bag or pouch
Rigid plastic case
In duroplastic or other rigid plastic case, eg for a class set
Cardboard case
In cardboard case, eg for a class set
Shrink-wrapped
Use for products or product bundles supplied for retail sale in shrink-wrapped packaging. For biodegradable shrink-wrap film, prefer code 08. For shrink-wrapped packs of multiple products for trade supply only, see code XL in List 7
Blister pack
A pack comprising a pre-formed plastic blister and a printed card with a heat-seal coating
Carry case
A case with carrying handle, typically for a set of educational books and/or learning materials
In tin
Individual item, items or set in metal box or can with separate or hinged lid
With browse-prevention tape
(ja: koguchi tome) Peelable sticker or tape sealing the foredge of a book to prevent pre-purchase reading of the content. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Product content type
Text
Readable text of the main content: this value is required, together with applicable <ProductForm> and <ProductFormDetail> values, to designate an e-book or other digital or physical product whose primary content is text. Note ‘text’ is ‘text-as-text’, not ‘text as an image’ or images of text
Extensive links between internal content
E-publication contains a significant number of actionable (clickable) cross-references, hyperlinked notes and annotations, or with other actionable links between largely textual elements (eg quiz/test questions, ‘choose your own ending’ etc)
Extensive links to external content
E-publication contains a significant number of actionable (clickable) web links to external content, downloadable resources, supplementary material, etc
Links to external interactive content
Publication contains actionable (clickable) links to external interactive content. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Additional text not part of main content
Publication contains additional textual content such as an interview, feature article, essay, bibliography, quiz/test, other background material, or text that is not included in a primary or ‘unenhanced’ version. Note ‘text’ is ‘text-as-text’, not ‘text as an image’ or images of text
Text within images
Including text-as-text embedded in diagrams, charts, or within images containing speech balloons, thought bubbles, captions etc. Note this does not include ‘text as an image’ or images of text (for which see code 49). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Additional eye-readable links to external content
Publication contains a significant number of web links (printed URLs, QR codes etc). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Promotional text for other book product
Publication contains supplementary text as promotional content such as, for example, a teaser chapter
Musical notation
Still images / graphics
Includes any type of illustrations. Use only when no more detailed specification is provided
Photographs
Whether in a plate section / insert, or not
Figures, diagrams, charts, graphs
Including other ‘mechanical’ (ie non-photographic) illustrations
Additional images / graphics not part of main work
Publication is enhanced with additional images or graphical content such as supplementary photographs that are not included in a primary or ‘unenhanced’ version
Maps and/or other cartographic content
Chemical content
Indicates that the publication contains chemical notations, formulae. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mathematical content
Indicates that the publication contains mathematical notation, equations, formulae. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Decorative images or graphics
Publication contains visual content that is purely decorative and are not necessary to understanding of the content. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Assessment material
eg Questions or student exercises, problems, quizzes or tests (as an integral part of the work). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Audiobook
Audio recording of a reading of a book or other text
Performance – spoken word
Audio recording of a drama or other spoken word performance
Other speech content
eg an interview, speech, lecture or commentary / discussion, not a ‘reading’ or ‘performance’)
Music recording
Audio recording of a music performance, including musical drama and opera
Other audio
Audio recording of other sound, eg birdsong, sound effects, ASMR material
Images of text
At least some text – including text within other images – is ‘text as an image’ (ie a picture of text). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Partial performance – spoken word
Audio recording of a reading, performance or dramatization of part of the work
Additional audio content not part of main content
Product includes additional pre-recorded audio of any supplementary material such as full or partial reading, lecture, performance, dramatization, interview, background documentary or other audio content not included in the primary or ‘unenhanced’ version
Promotional audio for other book product
eg Reading of teaser chapter
Video
Includes Film, video, animation etc. Use only when no more detailed specification is provided. Formerly ‘Moving images’
Video recording of a reading
Video content without audio
Publication contains video material with no audio recording or narration (but may have music or textual subtitles) . Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Performance – visual
Video recording of a drama or other performance, including musical performance
Animated / interactive illustrations
eg animated diagrams, charts, graphs or other illustrations
Narrative animation
eg cartoon, animatic or CGI animation
Other video
Other video content eg interview, not a reading or performance
Partial performance – video
Video recording of a reading, performance or dramatization of part of the work
Additional video content not part of main work
E-publication is enhanced with video recording of full or partial reading, performance, dramatization, interview, background documentary or other content not included in the primary or ‘unenhanced’ version
Promotional video for other book product
eg Book trailer
Game / Puzzle
No multi-user functionality. Formerly just ‘Game’
Contest
Includes some degree of multi-user functionality
Software
Largely ‘content free’
Data
Data files
Data set plus software
Blank pages or spaces
Entire pages or blank spaces, forms, boxes, write-in pages etc, intended to be filled in by the reader
Advertising content
Use only where type of advertising content is not stated
Advertising – first party
‘Back ads’ – promotional content for other books (that does not include sample content of those books, cf codes 17, 23)
Advertising – coupons
Eg to obtain discounts on other products
Advertising – third party display
Advertising – third party textual
Scripting
E-publication contains microprograms written (eg) in Javascript and executed within the reading system. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Scripted pop-ups
E-publication contains pop-ups or other functionality offering (eg) term definitions, cross-links or glossary entries [Note this should not include (eg) dictionary functionality that is part of the reading system.] Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sequential art
Or pictorial narrative, usually panel-based. Images displayed in a specific order for the purpose of graphic storytelling or giving information (eg graphic novels, comics and manga). May include text integrated into the image (as speech and thought bubbles, textual ‘sound’ effects, captions etc). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bible contents
Apocrypha (Catholic canon)
The seven portions of the Apocrypha added to the Catholic canon at the Council of Trent in 1546: Tobit; Judith; Wisdom of Solomon; Sirach (Ecclesiasticus); Baruch, including the Letter of Jeremiah; I and II Maccabees; Extra portions of Esther and Daniel (Additions to Esther; the Prayer of Azariah; Song of the Three Jews; Susannah; Bel and the Dragon). These are not generally included in the Protestant canon
Apocrypha (canon unspecified)
A collection of Apocryphal texts, canon not specified
Additional Apocryphal texts: Greek Orthodox canon
I Esdras; Prayer of Manasseh; Psalm 151; III Maccabees
Additional Apocryphal texts: Slavonic Orthodox canon
I and II Esdras; Prayer of Manasseh; Psalm 151; III and IV Maccabees
Additional Apocryphal texts
Additional Apocryphal texts included in some Bible versions: I and II Esdras; Prayer of Manasseh
General canon with Apocrypha (Catholic canon)
The 66 books included in the Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox canons, together with the seven portions of the Apocrypha included in the Catholic canon. (Equivalent to OT plus NT plus AP)
General canon with Apocryphal texts (canon unspecified)
The 66 books included in the Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox canons, together with Apocryphal texts, canon not specified. (Equivalent to OT plus NT plus AQ)
General canon
The 66 books included in the Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox canons, 39 from the Old Testament and 27 from the New Testament. The sequence of books may differ in different canons. (Equivalent to OT plus NT)
Gospels
The books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
Old Testament
Those 39 books which were included in the Jewish canon by the rabbinical academy established at Jamma in 90 CE. Also known as the Jewish or Hebrew scriptures
New Testament
The 27 books included in the Christian canon through the Easter Letter of Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria and also by a general council of the Christian church held near the end of the 4th century CE
New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs
Includes the 27 books of the New Testament plus Psalms and Proverbs from the Old Testament. Equivalent to NT plus PP)
Paul’s Epistles
The books containing the letters of Paul to the various early Christian churches
Psalms and Proverbs
The book of Psalms and the book of Proverbs combined
Psalms
The book of Psalms
Pentateuch
The first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, Leviticus, Deuteronomy. Also applied to the Torah
Other portions
Selected books of either the OT or NT not otherwise noted
Bible version
Alberto Vaccari
Alberto Vaccari – Pontificio Istituto Biblico
Amplified
A translation based on the American Standard Version and showing multiple options for the translation of ancient text. Published in full in 1965. Sponsored by the Lockman Foundation
Antonio Martini
Most popular Catholic Bible translation in Italian prior to the CEI translation in 1971
American Standard
A 1901 translation using verbal equivalence techniques with the purpose of Americanizing the REV
Biblia de las Americas
(LBLA) Spanish translation by the Lockman Foundation, first published in 1986 and updated in 1995, 1997. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nueva Biblia de las Americas
(NBLA) Updated Spanish translation by the Lockman Foundation, first published in 2005. Also known as Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy (NBLH), Nueva Biblia de los Hispanos (NBH), and Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana (NBL). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Common English Bible
2011 contemporary English translation of the Bible sponsored by the US-based Christian Resources Development Corporation. The translation includes Old Testament, Apocrypha and New Testament, and is aimed to be accessible to most English readers (minimum 7th grade reading age)
Conferenza Episcopale Italiana
Italian Episcopal Conference 1971 translation suitable for Italian Catholic liturgy. (Includes minor 1974 revision)
Conferenza Episcopale Italiana 2008
New translation of the C.E.I. first published in 2008 – the version most widely used by the Italian Catholic Church
Contemporary English
A translation completed in 1995 and sponsored by the American Bible Society under the leadership of Barclay Newman
Concordata
1968 Interfaith version promoted by the Italian Bible Society. Has a Catholic ‘imprimateur’, but its ecumenical approach has Jewish, Protestant and Christian Orthodox approval
Diodati
Version based on original documents, edited by Giovanni Diodati in 1607, revised by Diodati in 1641 and again in 1894. It is the reference version for many Italian Protestants
Nuova Diodati
Revision of the Diodati Bible dating to the 1990s, aiming at highest fidelity to original ancient Greek (New Testament) and Hebrew (Old Testament) texts
Douay-Rheims
An early (1580-1609) English translation from the Latin Vulgate designed for Catholics and performed by George Martin
Einheitsübersetzung
A German translation of the Bible for use in Roman Catholic churches
English Standard
An update of the Revised Standard Version that makes ‘modest’ use of gender-free terminology
Biblia (1776)
Finnish Bible translation
Raamattu (1933/1938)
Finnish Bible translation
Raamattu kansalle
Finnish Bible translation
Raamattu (1992)
Finnish Bible translation
God’s Word
A 1995 translation by the World Bible Publishing Company using the English language in a manner to communicate to the late 20th century American
Geneva
An early (1560) English version of the Bible translated by William Whittingham with strong Protestant leanings
Good News
A translation sponsored by the American Bible Society. The New Testament was first published (as ‘Today’s English Version’ TEV) in 1966. The Old Testament was completed in 1976, and the whole was published as the ‘Good News Bible’
Galbiati, Penna, Rossano – UTET
Version edited by E. Galbiati, A. Penna and P. Rossano, and published by UTET. This version, based on original texts, is rich in notes and has been used as the basis for CEI translation
Original Greek
New Testament text in an original Greek version
Garofano, Rinaldi – Marietti
Richly annotated 1963 Version edited by S. Garofano and S. Rinaldi, and published by Marietti
Original Hebrew
Old Testament text in an original Hebrew version
Holman Christian Standard
Published by Broadman and Holman this translation rejects all forms of gender-neutral wording and is written with strong influences from the Southern Baptist perspective of biblical scholarship
International Children’s
A translation completed in 1986 targeting readability at the US third grade level
Traduzione Interconfessionale in Lingua Corrente
Interconfessional translation resulting from 1985 effort by Catholic and Protestant scholars, aimed at delivering an easy-to-understand message
Jerusalem
A translation designed for English speaking Catholics based on the original languages. It is based on French as well as ancient texts and was first published in 1966
King James
A translation commissioned by King James I of England and first published in 1611
21st Century King James
A verbal translation led by William Prindele. Published in 1994, it was designed to modernize the language of the King James Version based on Webster’s New International Dictionary, 2nd edition, unabridged
Living Bible
A paraphrase translation led by Kenneth N Taylor and first published in 1972
Luzzi
1924 translation by Giovanni Luzzi, Professor at the Waldensian Faculty of Theology in Rome, who revised the 17th Century Diodati version
Message Bible
A paraphrase translation of the New Testament by Eugene Peterson first published in 1993
New American
A translation aimed at Catholic readers first published in its entirety in 1970. A revised New Testament was issued in 1986 as the 2nd Edition. The 3rd Edtion was published in 1991 with a revision to Psalms. The 4th Edition (also known as the New American Bible Revised Edition) was published in 2011, incorporating revisions to the Old Testament
New American Standard
A translation commissioned by the Lockman Foundation. The New Testament was published in 1960 followed by the entire Bible in 1971
New American Standard, Updated
A 1995 translation using more modern language than the NASB
Bibelen 1895
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1930
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1938
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1978-85
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1978
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1985
Norwegian Bible translation
Norsk Bibel 88
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 1978-85/rev. 2005
Norwegian Bible translation
Bibelen 2011
Norwegian Bible translation
Norsk Bibel 88/rev. 2007
Norwegian Bible translation. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Fauskanger 2015
Norwegian Bible translation with commentary. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Pollestad 2023
Norwegian Bible translation. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
New Century
A translation inspired by the International Children’s version. First published by World Publishing in 1991
New English
A translation first issued in 1961 (New Testament) and 1970 (complete Bible) as a result of a proposal at the 1946 General Assembly of the Church of Scotland
Bibelen Guds ord
Norwegian Bible translation
New International
A translation underwritten by Biblica (formerly the International Bible Society, and previously the New York Bible Society). The New Testament was published in 1973 followed by the entire Bible in 1978. The NIV text was revised in 1984 and again in 2011
New International Reader’s
A 1996 translation designed for people with limited literacy in English and based on the NIV
New Jerusalem
A revision of the Jerusalem Bible. First published in 1986
New King James
A version issued by Thomas Nelson Publishers in 1982-83 designed to update the language of the King James Version while maintaining the phrasing and rhythm and using the same sources as its predecessor
Bibelen, nynorsk
Norwegian ‘nynorsk’ Bible translation
New Living
A translation sponsored by Tyndale House and first released in 1996. It is considered a revision and updating of the Living Bible
New Revised Standard
A revision of the Revised Standard based on ancient texts but updating language to American usage of the 1980s
Nueva Traducción Viviente
A Spanish translation from the original Greek and Hebrew, sponsored by Tyndale House
Novissima Versione della Bibbia
Nuovissima version – a Catholic-oriented translation in modern Italian, edited by a group including Carlo Martini, Gianfranco Ravasi and Ugo Vanni and first published (in 48 volumes, 1967-1980) by Edizioni San Paolo
Nueva Biblia al Dia
A Spanish translation from the original Greek and Hebrew, sponsored by the International Bible Society/Sociedad Bíblica Internacional
Nueva Version Internacional
A Spanish translation underwritten by the International Bible Society
New Testament in Modern English (Phillips)
An idiomatic translation by J B Phillips, first completed in 1966
Revised English
A 1989 revision of the NEB. A significant effort was made to reduce the British flavor present in the NEB
Revised Version
The first major revision of the King James Version, the Revised Version incorporates insights from early manuscripts discovered between 1611 and 1870, and corrects readings in the KJV which nineteenth-century scholarship deemed mistaken. The New Testament was published in 1881, the Old Testament in 1885, and the Apocrypha in 1895
Revised Standard
A translation authorized by the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. The New Testament was published in 1946 followed by a complete Protestant canon in 1951
Reina Valera
A Spanish translation based on the original texts
Bibel 2000
Swedish Bible translation
Bibelen, samisk
Norwegian ‘samisk’ Bible translation
Today’s English
A translation of the New Testament sponsored by the American Bible Society and first published in 1966. It was incorporated into the ‘Good News Bible’ (GNB) in 1976
Today’s New International
An updating of the New International Version. The New Testament was published in 2002, and the entire Bible in 2005. Superseded by the 2011 NIV update
Other
Other translations not otherwise noted
Study Bible type
Cambridge Annotated
Contains the work of Howard Clark Kee including a summary of the development of the canon, introductions to the books, notes and cross references. Originally published in 1993, NRSV
Life Application
A project of Tyndale House Publishers and Zondervan intended to help readers apply the Bible to daily living. Living Bible, King James, New International, NASB
Macarthur
A King James version study Bible with notes by James Macarthur first published in 1997
Oxford Annotated
A study Bible originally published in the 1960s and based on the RSV / NRSV
Studiebibel, Det Nye testamentet
Norwegian study Bible, New Testament
New Oxford Annotated
Published in 1991 and based on the New Revised Standard version
Norsk studiebibel
Norwegian study Bible
Ryrie
Based on the work of Charles C. Ryrie. King James, NI, NASB
Scofield
A study Bible based on the early 20th century work of C.I. Scofield. Based on the King James version
Spirit Filled
A transdenominational study Bible for persons from the Pentecostal/Charismatic traditions
Bible purpose
Award
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed for presentation from a religious organization
Baby
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed to be a gift to commemorate a child’s birth
Bride
A special gift Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed for the bride on her wedding day. Usually white
Confirmation
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed to be used in the confirmation reading or as a gift to a confirmand
Children’s
A text Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed in presentation and readability for a child
Compact
A small Bible (or selected Biblical text) with a trim height of five inches or less
Cross-reference
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) which includes text conveying cross-references to related scripture passages
Daily readings
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) laid out to provide readings for each day of the year
Devotional
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) containing devotional content together with the scripture
Family
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) containing family record pages and/or additional study material for family devotion
General/Text
A standard Bible (or selected Biblical text) of any version with no distinguishing characteristics beyond the canonical text
Gift
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed for gift or presentation, often including a presentation page
Lectern/Pulpit
A large Bible (or selected Biblical text) with large print designed for use in reading scriptures in public worship from either the pulpit or lectern
Men’s
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) especially designed with helps and study guides oriented to the adult male
Primary school
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed for use in primary school
Pew
Usually inexpensive but sturdy, a Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed for use in church pews
Scholarly
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) including texts in Greek and/or Hebrew and designed for scholarly study
Slimline
Student
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) with study articles and helps especially for use in the classroom
Study
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) with many extra features, e.g. book introductions, dictionary, concordance, references, maps, etc., to help readers better understand the scripture
Wedding gift
A special gift Bible (or selected Biblical text) designed as a gift to the couple on their wedding day
Women’s
A devotional or study Bible (or selected Biblical text) with helps targeted at the adult woman
Youth
A Bible (or selected Biblical text) containing special study and devotional helps designed specifically for the needs of teenagers
Bible text organization
Chronological
A Bible with the text organized in the order in which events are believed to have happened
Chain reference
A Bible which explores keywords or themes by referring text to preceding or following text
Interlinear
A Bible or other text in which different versions are printed one line above the other, so that the variations can easily be detected
Parallel
A Bible with two or more versions printed side by side
Standard
A Bible in which the text is presented in the traditional order
Bible reference location
Center column
References are printed in a narrow column in the center of the page between two columns of text
Page end
References are printed at the foot of the page
Side column
References are printed in a column to the side of the scripture
Verse end
References are printed at the end of the applicable verse
Unknown
The person creating the ONIX record does not know where the references are located
Other
Other locations not otherwise identified
Religious text identifier
Religious text feature type
Church season or activity
A church season or activity for which a religious text is intended. Religious text feature code must be taken from List 90
Religious text feature
Academic year
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Catechistic year
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Liturgical year
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Advent and Christmas
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Blessings
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Scholastic cycles
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Confirmation and Holy Communion
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Summer activites
For example, summer camps and other youth recreational activities: use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Easter
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Lent
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Marian themes
Use with code 01 in <ReligiousTextFeatureType>
Country – based on ISO 3166-1
Andorra
United Arab Emirates
Afghanistan
Antigua and Barbuda
Anguilla
Albania
Armenia
Netherlands Antilles
Deprecated – use BQ, CW and SX as appropriate
Angola
Antarctica
Argentina
American Samoa
Austria
Australia
Aruba
Åland Islands
Azerbaijan
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Barbados
Bangladesh
Belgium
Burkina Faso
Bulgaria
Bahrain
Burundi
Benin
Saint Barthélemy
Bermuda
Brunei Darussalam
Bolivia, Plurinational State of
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Brazil
Bahamas
Bhutan
Bouvet Island
Botswana
Belarus
Belize
Canada
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Central African Republic
Congo
Switzerland
Cote d’Ivoire
Cook Islands
Chile
Cameroon
China
Colombia
Costa Rica
Serbia and Montenegro
Deprecated, replaced by ME – Montenegro and RS – Serbia
Cuba
Cabo Verde
Curaçao
Christmas Island
Cyprus
Czechia
Formerly Czech Republic
Germany
Djibouti
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Algeria
Ecuador
Estonia
Egypt
Western Sahara
Eritrea
Spain
Ethiopia
Finland
Fiji
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Micronesia, Federated States of
Faroe Islands
France
Gabon
United Kingdom
Grenada
Georgia
French Guiana
Guernsey
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greenland
Gambia
Guinea
Guadeloupe
Equatorial Guinea
Greece
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Guatemala
Guam
Guinea-Bissau
Guyana
Hong Kong
Heard Island and McDonald Islands
Honduras
Croatia
Haiti
Hungary
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Isle of Man
India
British Indian Ocean Territory
Iraq
Iran, Islamic Republic of
Iceland
Italy
Jersey
Jamaica
Jordan
Japan
Kenya
Kyrgyzstan
Cambodia
Kiribati
Comoros
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea, Republic of
Kuwait
Cayman Islands
Kazakhstan
Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Lebanon
Saint Lucia
Liechtenstein
Sri Lanka
Liberia
Lesotho
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Latvia
Libya
Morocco
Monaco
Moldova, Republic of
Montenegro
Saint Martin (French part)
Madagascar
Marshall Islands
North Macedonia
Formerly FYR Macedonia
Mali
Myanmar
Mongolia
Macao
Northern Mariana Islands
Martinique
Mauritania
Montserrat
Malta
Mauritius
Maldives
Malawi
Mexico
Malaysia
Mozambique
Namibia
New Caledonia
Niger
Norfolk Island
Nigeria
Nicaragua
Netherlands
Norway
Nepal
Nauru
Niue
New Zealand
Oman
Panama
Peru
French Polynesia
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Pakistan
Poland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Pitcairn
Puerto Rico
Palestine, State of
Portugal
Palau
Paraguay
Qatar
Réunion
Romania
Serbia
Russian Federation
Rwanda
Saudi Arabia
Solomon Islands
Seychelles
Sudan
Sweden
Singapore
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Slovenia
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Slovakia
Sierra Leone
San Marino
Senegal
Somalia
Suriname
South Sudan
Sao Tome and Principe
El Salvador
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
Syrian Arab Republic
Eswatini
Formerly known as Swaziland
Turks and Caicos Islands
Chad
French Southern Territories
Togo
Thailand
Tajikistan
Tokelau
Timor-Leste
Turkmenistan
Tunisia
Tonga
Türkiye
Formerly known as Turkey
Trinidad and Tobago
Tuvalu
Taiwan, Province of China
Tanzania, United Republic of
Ukraine
Uganda
United States Minor Outlying Islands
United States
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Holy See (Vatican City State)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
Virgin Islands, British
Virgin Islands, US
Viet Nam
Vanuatu
Wallis and Futuna
Samoa
Yemen
Mayotte
Yugoslavia
Deprecated, replaced by ME – Montenegro and RS – Serbia
South Africa
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Supplier identifier type
Proprietary
Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
Proprietary
Deprecated – use code 01
Börsenverein Verkehrsnummer
German ISBN Agency publisher identifier
GLN
GS1 global location number (formerly EAN location number)
SAN
Book trade Standard Address Number – US, UK etc
Distributeurscode Boekenbank
Flemish supplier code
Fondscode Boekenbank
Flemish publisher code
ISNI
International Standard Name Identifier (used here to identify an organization). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. See https://isni.org/
VAT Identity Number
Identifier for a business organization for VAT purposes, eg within the EU’s VIES system. See http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies/faqvies.do for EU VAT ID formats, which vary from country to country. Generally these consist of a two-letter country code followed by the 8–12 digits of the national VAT ID. Some countries include one or two letters within their VAT ID. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VAT_identification_number for non-EU countries that maintain similar identifiers. Spaces, dashes etc should be omitted
Supplier role
Unspecified
Default
Publisher to resellers
Publisher as supplier to retail trade outlets
Publisher’s exclusive distributor to resellers
Publisher’s non-exclusive distributor to resellers
Wholesaler to retailers
Wholesaler supplying retail trade outlets
Sales agent
Deprecated – use <MarketRepresentation> (ONIX 2.1) or <MarketPublishingDetail> (ONIX 3.0 or later) to specify a sales agent
Publisher’s distributor to retailers
In a specified supply territory. Use only where exclusive/non-exclusive status is not known. Prefer 02 or 03 as appropriate, where possible
POD supplier
Where a POD product is supplied to retailers and/or consumers direct from a POD source
Retailer
Publisher to end-customers
Publisher as supplier direct to consumers and/or institutional customers
Exclusive distributor to end-customers
Intermediary as exclusive distributor direct to consumers and/or institutional customers
Non-exclusive distributor to end-customers
Intermediary as non-exclusive distributor direct to consumers and/or institutional customers
Distributor to end-customers
Use only where exclusive/non-exclusive status is not known. Prefer 10 or 11 as appropriate, where possible
Exclusive distributor to resellers and end-customers
Intermediary as exclusive distributor to retailers and direct to consumers and/or institutional customers. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Non-exclusive distributor to resellers and end-customers
Intermediary as non-exclusive distributor to retailers and direct to consumers and/or institutional customers. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Distributor to resellers and end-customers
Use only where exclusive/non-exclusive status is not known. Prefer codes 13 or 14 as appropriate whenever possible. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Currency code – based on ISO 4217
UAE Dirham
United Arab Emirates
Afghani
Afghanistan. Deprecated, replaced by AFN
Afghani
Afghanistan (prices normally quoted as integers)
Lek
Albania (prices normally quoted as integers)
Armenian Dram
Armenia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Netherlands Antillian Guilder
Curaçao, Sint Maarten
Kwanza
Angola
Argentine Peso
Argentina
Schilling
Austria. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Australian Dollar
Australia, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Norfolk Island, Tuvalu
Aruban Florin
Aruba
Azerbaijan Manat
Azerbaijan
Convertible Marks
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Barbados Dollar
Barbados
Taka
Bangladesh
Belgian Franc
Belgium. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Bulgarian Lev
Deprecated, replaced by BGN
Bulgarian Lev
Bulgaria
Bahraini Dinar
Bahrain (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Burundi Franc
Burundi (prices normally quoted as integers)
Bermudian Dollar
Bermuda
Brunei Dollar
Brunei Darussalam
Boliviano
Bolivia
Brazilian Real
Brazil
Bahamian Dollar
Bahamas
Ngultrun
Bhutan
Pula
Botswana
(Old) Belarussian Ruble
Belarus (prices normally quoted as integers). Deprecated – now replaced by new Belarussian Ruble (BYN): use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the new Belarussian Ruble
Belarussian Ruble
Belarus
Belize Dollar
Belize
Canadian Dollar
Canada
Franc Congolais
Congo (Democratic Republic of the)
Swiss Franc
Switzerland, Liechtenstein
Chilean Peso
Chile (prices normally quoted as integers)
Yuan Renminbi
China
Colombian Peso
Colombia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Costa Rican Colon
Costa Rica (prices normally quoted as integers)
Serbian Dinar
Deprecated, replaced by RSD
Cuban Convertible Peso
Cuba (alternative currency)
Cuban Peso
Cuba
Cabo Verde Escudo
Cabo Verde (prices normally quoted as integers)
Cyprus Pound
Cyprus. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Czech Koruna
Czechia
Mark
Germany. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Djibouti Franc
Djibouti (prices normally quoted as integers)
Danish Krone
Denmark, Faroe Islands, Greenland
Dominican Peso
Dominican Republic
Algerian Dinar
Algeria
Kroon
Estonia.Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Egyptian Pound
Egypt
Nakfa
Eritrea
Peseta
Spain. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro (prices normally quoted as integers)
Ethiopian Birr
Ethiopia
Euro
Eurozone: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Fr Guiana, Fr S Territories, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Holy See (Vatican City), Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Martinique, Malta, Mayotte, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Portugal, Réunion, St Barthelemy, St Martin, St Pierre and Miquelon, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain
Markka
Finland. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Fiji Dollar
Fiji
Falkland Islands Pound
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Franc
France. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Pound Sterling
United Kingdom, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, South Georgia, South Sandwich Islands, British Indian Ocean Territory (de jure)
Lari
Georgia
Ghana Cedi
Deprecated, replaced by GHS
Ghana Cedi
Ghana
Gibraltar Pound
Gibraltar
Dalasi
Gambia
Guinean Franc
Guinea (prices normally quoted as integers)
Drachma
Greece. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Quetzal
Guatemala
Guinea-Bissau Peso
Now replaced by the CFA Franc BCEAO XOF use only for historical prices that pre-date use of the CFA Franc
Guyana Dollar
Guyana (prices normally quoted as integers)
Hong Kong Dollar
Hong Kong
Lempira
Honduras
Kuna
Croatia. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Gourde
Haiti
Forint
Hungary (prices normally quoted as integers)
Rupiah
Indonesia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Punt
Ireland. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
New Israeli Sheqel
Israel
Indian Rupee
India, Bhutan (prices normally quoted as integers)
Iraqi Dinar
Iraq (prices normally quoted as integers)
Iranian Rial
Iran (Islamic Republic of) (prices normally quoted as integers)
Iceland Krona
Iceland (prices normally quoted as integers)
Lira
Italy. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro (prices normally quoted as integers)
Jamaican Dollar
Jamaica
Jordanian Dinar
Jordan (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Yen
Japan (prices normally quoted as integers)
Kenyan Shilling
Kenya
Som
Kyrgyzstan
Riel
Cambodia
Comorian Franc
Comoros (prices normally quoted as integers)
North Korean Won
Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of) (prices normally quoted as integers)
Won
Korea (Republic of) (prices normally quoted as integers)
Kuwaiti Dinar
Kuwait (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Cayman Islands Dollar
Cayman Islands
Tenge
Kazakstan
Lao Kip
Lao People’s Democratic Republic (prices normally quoted as integers)
Lebanese Pound
Lebanon (prices normally quoted as integers)
Sri Lanka Rupee
Sri Lanka
Liberian Dollar
Liberia
Loti
Lesotho
Litus
Lithuania. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Luxembourg Franc
Luxembourg. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro (prices normally quoted as integers)
Latvian Lats
Latvia. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Libyan Dinar
Libyan Arab Jamahiriya (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Moroccan Dirham
Morocco, Western Sahara
Moldovan Leu
Moldova, Republic of
Malagasy Ariary
Madagascar (prices normally quoted with 0 or 1 decimal place – 1 iraimbilanja = Ar0.2)
Malagasy Franc
Now replaced by the Ariary (MGA) (prices normally quoted as integers)
Denar
North Macedonia (formerly FYR Macedonia)
Kyat
Myanmar (prices normally quoted as integers)
Tugrik
Mongolia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Pataca
Macau
(Old) Ouguiya
Mauritania (prices normally quoted with 0 or 1 decimal place – 1 khoums = UM0.2). Was interchangeable with MRU (New) Ouguiya at rate of 10:1 until June 2018. Deprecated, use MRU instead
Ouguiya
Mauritania (prices normally quoted with 0 or 1 decimal place – 1 khoums = UM0.2). Replaced MRO (old) Ouguiya at rate of 10:1 in June 2018. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Maltese Lira
Malta. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Mauritius Rupee
Mauritius (prices normally quoted as integers)
Rufiyaa
Maldives
Malawi Kwacha
Malawi
Mexican Peso
Mexico
Malaysian Ringgit
Malaysia
Mozambique Metical
Mozambique
Namibia Dollar
Namibia
Naira
Nigeria
Cordoba Oro
Nicaragua
Guilder
Netherlands. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Norwegian Krone
Norway, Bouvet Island, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Nepalese Rupee
Nepal
New Zealand Dollar
New Zealand, Cook Islands, Niue, Pitcairn, Tokelau
Rial Omani
Oman (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Balboa
Panama
Sol
Peru (formerly Nuevo Sol)
Kina
Papua New Guinea
Philippine Peso
Philippines
Pakistan Rupee
Pakistan (prices normally quoted as integers)
Złoty
Poland
Escudo
Portugal. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Guarani
Paraguay (prices normally quoted as integers)
Qatari Rial
Qatar
Romanian Old Leu
Deprecated, replaced by RON
Romanian Leu
Romania
Serbian Dinar
Serbia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Russian Ruble
Russian Federation
Russian Ruble
Deprecated, replaced by RUB
Rwanda Franc
Rwanda (prices normally quoted as integers)
Saudi Riyal
Saudi Arabia
Solomon Islands Dollar
Solomon Islands
Seychelles Rupee
Seychelles
Sudanese Dinar
Now replaced by the Sudanese Pound (SDG)
Sudanese Pound
Sudan
Swedish Krona
Sweden
Singapore Dollar
Singapore
Saint Helena Pound
Saint Helena
Tolar
Slovenia. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Slovak Koruna
Slovakia. Now replaced by the Euro (EUR). Deprecated – use only for historical prices that pre-date the introduction of the Euro
Leone
Sierra Leone (from April 2022). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Leone
Sierra Leone (prices normally quoted as integers). Deprecated – gradually replaced by SLE from April 2022, but SLL Leone still usable until December 2023 (SLE is a redenomination of the Leone by a factor of 1,000)
Somali Shilling
Somalia (prices normally quoted as integers)
Surinam Dollar
Suriname
Suriname Guilder
DEPRECATED, replaced by SRD
(Old) Dobra
São Tome and Principe (prices normally quoted as integers). Was interchangeable with STN (New) Dobra at rate of 1000:1 until June 2018. Deprecated, use STN instead
Dobra
São Tome and Principe. Replaced STD (old) Dobra at rate of 1000:1 in June 2018. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
El Salvador Colon
El Salvador
Syrian Pound
Syrian Arab Republic (prices normally quoted as integers)
Lilangeni
Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland)
Baht
Thailand
Somoni
Tajikistan
Turkmenistan Manat
Deprecated, replaced by TMT (prices normally quoted as integers)
Turkmenistan New Manat
Turkmenistan
Tunisian Dinar
Tunisia (prices normally quoted with 3 decimal places)
Pa’anga
Tonga
Timor Escudo
Deprecated. Timor-Leste now uses the US Dollar
Turkish Lira (old)
Deprecated, replaced by TRY (prices normally quoted as integers)
Turkish Lira
Türkiye, from 1 January 2005
Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
Trinidad and Tobago
New Taiwan Dollar
Taiwan (Province of China)
Tanzanian Shilling
Tanzania (United Republic of) (prices normally quoted as integers)
Hryvnia
Ukraine
Uganda Shilling
Uganda (prices normally quoted as integers)
US Dollar
United States, American Samoa, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba, British Indian Ocean Territory, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Haiti, Marshall Is, Micronesia (Federated States of), Northern Mariana Is, Palau, Panama, Puerto Rico, Timor-Leste, Turks and Caicos Is, US Minor Outlying Is, Virgin Is (British), Virgin Is (US)
Peso Uruguayo
Uruguay
Uzbekistan Sum
Uzbekistan (prices normally quoted as integers)
Bolívar
Deprecated, replaced by VEF
Bolívar
Venezuela (formerly Bolívar fuerte). Deprecated, replaced by VES
Bolívar Soberano
Venezuela (replaced VEF from August 2018 at rate of 100,000:1, and was redenominated by a further factor of 1,000,000:1 in late 2021). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Dong
Viet Nam (prices normally quoted as integers)
Vatu
Vanuatu (prices normally quoted as integers)
Tala
Samoa
CFA Franc BEAC
Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon (prices normally quoted as integers)
East Caribbean Dollar
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
CFA Franc BCEAO
Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte D’Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Togo (prices normally quoted as integers)
CFP Franc
French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Wallis and Futuna (prices normally quoted as integers)
Yemeni Rial
Yemen (prices normally quoted as integers)
Yugoslavian Dinar
Deprecated, replaced by CSD
Rand
South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho
Kwacha
Zambia. Deprecated, replaced with ZMW (prices normally quoted as integers)
Zambian Kwacha
Zambia
Zimbabwe Dollar
Deprecated, replaced with ZWL (prices normally quoted as integers)
Zimbabwe Dollar
Zimbabwe
Bible text feature
Red letter
Words spoken by Christ are printed in red
Binding or page edge color
Black
Blue
Brown
Burgundy/Maroon
Celadon/Pale green
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Copper
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cream
Four-color
Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to add brief details if required
Four-color and spot-color
Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to add brief details if required
Gold
Green
Grey
Multicolor
Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to add brief details if required
Navy/Dark blue
Orange
Pink
Purple
Red
Sky/Pale blue
Silver
Tan/Light brown
Teal/Turquoise green
White
Yellow
Other
Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to add brief details if required
Special cover material
Berkshire leather
Pigskin
Calfskin
French Morocco
Calf split or sheep split
Morocco
Goatskin
Bonded buffalo grain
Bonded calf grain
Bonded Cordova
Bonded eelskin
Bonded Ostraleg
Bonded ostrich
Bonded reptile grain
Bonded leather
Cowhide
Eelskin
Kivar
Leatherflex
An imitation leather binding material
Moleskin
Softhide leather
Metal
Velvet
(de: ‘Samt’)
Mother-of-pearl
(es: ‘nácar’)
Papyrus
Géltex / Wibalin
Proprietary imitation cloth binding material, cellulose-based, usually embossed / textured
Guaflex / Skivertex
Proprietary imitation leather binding material, cellulose-based, usually embossed / textured
Imitation leather
An imitation made of any non-leather material
Pigskin
Goatskin
Discount code type
BIC discount group code
UK publisher’s or distributor’s discount group code in a format specified by BIC to ensure uniqueness (a five-letter prefix allocated by BIC, plus one to three alphanumeric characters – normally digits – chosen by the supplier). See https://bic.org.uk/resources/discount-group-codes/
Proprietary discount code
A publisher’s or supplier’s own code which identifies a trade discount category, as specified in <DiscountCodeTypeName>. The actual discount for each code is set by trading partner agreement (applies to goods supplied on standard trade discounting terms)
Boeksoort
Terms code used in the Netherlands book trade
German terms code
Terms code used in German ONIX applications
Proprietary commission code
A publisher’s or supplier’s own code which identifies a commission rate category, as specified in <DiscountCodeTypeName>. The actual commission rate for each code is set by trading partner agreement (applies to goods supplied on agency terms)
BIC commission group code
UK publisher’s or distributor’s commission group code in format specified by BIC to ensure uniqueness. Format is identical to BIC discount group code, but indicates a commission rather than a discount (applies to goods supplied on agency terms)
ISNI-based discount group code
ISNI-based discount group scheme devised initially by the German IG ProduktMetadaten, in a format comprised of the supplier’s 16-digit ISNI, followed by a hyphen and one to three alphanumeric characters – normally digits – chosen by the supplier. These characters are the index to a discount percentage in a table shared in advance by the supplier with individual customers. In this way, a supplier may maintain individual product-specific discount arrangements with each customer. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sales outlet identifier type
Proprietary
Proprietary list of retail and other end-user sales outlet IDs. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
ONIX retail sales outlet ID code
Use with ONIX retail and other end-user sales outlet IDs from List 139
Retail sales outlet GLN
13-digit GS1 global location number (formerly EAN location number). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Retail sales outlet SAN
7-digit Book trade Standard Address Number (US, UK etc). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Text script – based on ISO 15924
Adlam
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Afaka
Script is not supported by Unicode
Caucasian Albanian
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ahom, Tai Ahom
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Arabic
Arabic (Nastaliq variant)
Typographic variant of Arabic. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Imperial Aramaic
Ancient/historic script
Armenian
Avestan
Ancient/historic script
Balinese
Bamun
Bassa Vah
Ancient/historic script
Batak
Bengali (Bangla)
Bhaiksuki
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Blissymbols
Script is not supported by Unicode
Bopomofo
Brahmi
Ancient/historic script
Braille
Buginese
Buhid
Chakma
Unified Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics
Carian
Ancient/historic script
Cham
Cherokee
Chorasmian
Khwārezmian. Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cirth
Script is not supported by Unicode
Coptic
Ancient/historic script
Cypro-Minoan
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Cypriot
Ancient/historic script
Cyrillic
Cyrillic (Old Church Slavonic variant)
Ancient/historic, typographic variant of Cyrillic
Devanagari (Nagari)
Dives Akuru
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Dogra
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Deseret (Mormon)
Duployan shorthand, Duployan stenography
Egyptian demotic
Script is not supported by Unicode
Egyptian hieratic
Script is not supported by Unicode
Egyptian hieroglyphs
Ancient/historic script
Elbasan
Ancient/historic script
Elymaic
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ethiopic (Ge‘ez)
Khutsuri (Asomtavruli and Khutsuri)
Georgian in Unicode
Georgian (Mkhedruli and Mtavruli)
Glagolitic
Ancient/historic script
Gunjala Gondi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Masaram Gondi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Gothic
Ancient/historic script
Grantha
Ancient/historic script
Greek
Gujarati
Gurmukhi
Han with Bopomofo
See Hani, Bopo. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hangul (Hangŭl, Hangeul)
Han (Hanzi, Kanji, Hanja)
Hanunoo (Hanunóo)
Han (Simplified variant)
Subset of Hani
Han (Traditional variant)
Subset of Hani
Hatran
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Hebrew
Hiragana
Anatolian Hieroglyphs (Luwian Hieroglyphs, Hittite Hieroglyphs)
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Pahawh Hmong
Nyiakeng Puachue Hmong
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Japanese syllabaries (alias for Hiragana + Katakana)
See Hira, Kana
Old Hungarian (Hungarian Runic)
Ancient/historic script
Indus (Harappan)
Script is not supported by Unicode
Old Italic (Etruscan, Oscan, etc.)
Ancient/historic script
Jamo (alias for Jamo subset of Hangul)
Subset of Hang. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Javanese
Japanese (alias for Han + Hiragana + Katakana)
See Hani, Hira and Kana
Jurchen
Script is not supported by Unicode
Kayah Li
Katakana
Kawi
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kharoshthi
Ancient/historic script
Khmer
Khojki
Ancient/historic script
Khitan large script
Script is not supported by Unicode. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Khitan small script
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kannada
Korean (alias for Hangul + Han)
See Hani and Hang
Kpelle
Script is not supported by Unicode
Kaithi
Ancient/historic script
Tai Tham (Lanna)
Lao
Latin (Fraktur variant)
Typographic variant of Latin
Latin (Gaelic variant)
Typographic variant of Latin
Latin
Leke
Script is not supported by Unicode. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lepcha (Róng)
Limbu
Linear A
Ancient/historic script
Linear B
Ancient/historic script
Lisu (Fraser)
Loma
Script is not supported by Unicode
Lycian
Ancient/historic script
Lydian
Ancient/historic script
Mahajani
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Makasar
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mandaic, Mandaean
Manichaean
Ancient/historic script
Marchen
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mayan hieroglyphs
Script is not supported by Unicode
Medefaidrin (Oberi Okaime, Oberi Ɔkaimɛ)
Script is not supported by Unicode. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mende Kikakui
Meroitic Cursive
Ancient/historic script
Meroitic Hieroglyphs
Ancient/historic script
Malayalam
Modi, Moḍī
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mongolian
Includes Clear, Manchu scripts
Moon (Moon code, Moon script, Moon type)
Script is not supported by Unicode
Mro, Mru
Meitei Mayek (Meithei, Meetei)
Multani
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Myanmar (Burmese)
Nag Mundari
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nandinagari
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Old North Arabian (Ancient North Arabian)
Ancient/historic script
Nabatean
Ancient/historic script
Newa, Newar, Newari, Nepāla lipi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nakhi Geba (’Na-’Khi ²Ggŏ-¹baw, Naxi Geba)
Script is not supported by Unicode
N’Ko
Nüshu
Ogham
Ancient/historic script
Ol Chiki (Ol Cemet’, Ol, Santali)
Old Turkic, Orkhon Runic
Ancient/historic script
Oriya (Odia)
Osage
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Osmanya
Old Uyghur
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Palmyrene
Ancient/historic script
Pau Cin Hau
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Old Permic
Ancient/historic script
Phags-pa
Ancient/historic script
Inscriptional Pahlavi
Ancient/historic script
Psalter Pahlavi
Ancient/historic script
Book Pahlavi
Script is not supported by Unicode
Phoenician
Ancient/historic script
Klingon (KLI plqaD)
Script is not supported by Unicode. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Miao (Pollard)
Inscriptional Parthian
Ancient/historic script
Reserved for private use (start)
Picture Communication Symbols (PCS)
ONIX local code for graphical symbols used in augmentative and alternative communication and education, not listed in ISO 15924. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Widgit symbols
ONIX local code for graphical symbols used in augmentative and alternative communication and education, not listed in ISO 15924. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Reserved for private use (end)
Rejang (Redjang, Kaganga)
Rongorongo
Script is not supported by Unicode
Runic
Ancient/historic script
Samaritan
Sarati
Script is not supported by Unicode
Old South Arabian
Ancient/historic script
Saurashtra
SignWriting
Shavian (Shaw)
Sharada, Śāradā
Siddham, Siddhaṃ, Siddhamātṛkā
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Khudawadi, Sindhi
Sinhala
Sogdian
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Old Sogdian
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sora Sompeng
Soyombo
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sundanese
Syloti Nagri
Syriac
Syriac (Estrangelo variant)
Typographic variant of Syriac
Syriac (Western variant)
Typographic variant of Syriac
Syriac (Eastern variant)
Typographic variant of Syriac
Tagbanwa
Takri, Ṭākrī, Ṭāṅkrī
Tai Le
New Tai Lue
Tamil
Tangut
Ancient/historic script
Tai Viet
Telugu
Tengwar
Script is not supported by Unicode
Tifinagh (Berber)
Tagalog (Baybayin, Alibata)
Thaana
Thai
Tibetan
Tirhuta
Tangsa
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Toto
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ugaritic
Ancient/historic script
Vai
Visible Speech
Script is not supported by Unicode
Vithkuqi
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Warang Citi (Varang Kshiti)
Wancho
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Woleai
Script is not supported by Unicode
Old Persian
Ancient/historic script
Cuneiform, Sumero-Akkadian
Ancient/historic script
Yezidi
Ancient/historic script. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Yi
Zanabazar Square (Zanabazarin Dörböljin Useg, Xewtee Dörböljin Bicig, Horizontal Square Script)
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mathematical notation
Not a script in Unicode
Symbols (Emoji variant)
Not a script in Unicode. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Symbols
Not a script in Unicode
Code for unwritten documents
Not a script in Unicode
Code for inherited script
Code for undetermined script
Code for uncoded script
ONIX retail sales outlet IDs
24Symbols
A C Moore
AandP
Academic and Professional Book Center (HK)
Adlibris
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Akademibokhandeln
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Akateeminen Kirjakauppa
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Albertson’s
AlmaTalent
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Amazon
Angus and Robertson
Anobii
Apabi
Apple
Asda
Asia Books
Audible
Audiobooks.com
Audioteka
Axiell ELibU
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
B Dalton
Deprecated
Barnes and Noble
BDBuzz
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bed Bath and Beyond
Best Buy
Biblio-on-Demand
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bibliotheca
Formerly 3M Cloud Library
Bilbary
Deprecated
Billigbook
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Blackstone Audio
Blackwell’s
Blinkbox
Formerly GoSpoken/Mobcast. Deprecated
Bog & idé
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Boksnok
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Boksy
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bokus
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bolinda
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Book Club Associates
Book d’oreille
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Book Solutions
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bookbeat
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bookbites
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bookish
Bookmate
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Bookpeople
Books Etc
Deprecated
Books-A-Million
Bookshout
Booktopia
Booky.fi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Borders
Deprecated
British Bookshops
Deprecated
Cairn
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Casa del Libro
CDON.com
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ceebo
CFU Danmark
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Chapter
Danish e-book retailer. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Christianbook.com
Citymarket
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Comixology
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Copia
Deprecated
Costco
Crate and Barrel
CVS Drug Stores
CVS Mediatheques
www.cvs-mediatheques.com
Cyberlibris
Daunt Books
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
De Marque
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Dilicom
Dymocks
E-Pagine
E-Reads
Early Learning Centre
Eason
Ebooks Corp
www.ebooks.com
eChristian
Deprecated
El Corte Inglés
Electre
Publizon
Formerly Axiell Elib.se
Elib Library
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Elisa
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Elisa Kirja Kuukausitilaus
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Ellibs.com
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Empik
English Heritage
Epic!
www.getepic.com
Ereolen.dk
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Everybook
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
FairyLoot
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
FeedBooks
Findaway
Fishpond
FlipKart
Fnac
Follett
Fry’s Electronics
Gamestop
Gardners
(as a retail platform). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Glose
Google Books
Hastings Entertainment
Deprecated
HMV
Home Depot
Immatériel.fr
Indigo-Chapters
Info.fi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Inläsningstjänst
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Internet Bookshop Italia
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Izneo
Jamera
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Deprecated
JB Hifi
John Smith and Son
K-Mart
KIPA
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kirja&Idea
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kirjastopalvelu
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Kirja.fi
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
KNFB/Blio
Kno Inc
Deprecated
Kobo
Koorong
Kortext
Kroger
Lidl
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Legible.com
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lexplore
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lehtipiste
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
LoadMyBook
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Lowe’s
Mackin
Magzter
Maneno
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Marks and Spencer
Matras
Media Markt/Saturn
Also known as Media World
Messageries ADP
Microcenter
Microsoft
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Mofibo
Morrisons
Mothercare
MyBoox
Deprecated
MyiLibrary
National Trust
NEXT
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Nextory
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Numilog
Odilo.us
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Office Depot
Office Max
OLF
OverDrive
Oyster
Deprecated
Past Times
Deprecated
Pet Smart
Petco
Piccoma
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Play.com
Podimo
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Podit Oy
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Pokkaritukku
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Deprecated
Pottery Barn
Readbooks
Deprecated
ReadCloud
Restoration Hardware
Rethink
Ritz Camera
RM Books
Deprecated
Rosebud
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
S Group
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sacrum
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Safari
Safeway
Sainsbury’s
Saxo
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Scribd
Selfridges
Sequencity
Sesamy
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Shanghai Book Traders
Skoobe
SmashWords
Sony
Spotify
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Staples
Storyhouse
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Storytel
Suomalainen Kirjakauppa
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Suomalainen Plus
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Deprecated
Supla+
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Deprecated
Suuri Suomalainen Kirjakerho
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Target
Tesco
Tokmanni
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Tolino
Toys ’R’ Us
TSO (The Stationery Office)
Turun kansallinen kirjakauppa
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Txtr
Deprecated
Ugglan Bokhandel
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Virgin Megastores
Deprecated
Vivlio
Formerly The Ebook Alternative
W H Smith
Waitrose
Wal-Mart
Waterstone’s
Whitcoul’s
Williams Sonoma
Woolworths
Youboox
Youscribe
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Zavvi
Formerly Virgin Megastores (UK)
Publisher’s own direct sales
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Other
Include retailer name in <SalesOutletName>
Barcode indicator
Not barcoded
Barcoded, scheme unspecified
GTIN-13
Barcode uses 13-digit EAN symbology (version NR without 5-digit extension). See (eg) https://bic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2019.05.31-Bar-Coding-for-Books-rev-09.pdf or https://www.bisg.org/barcoding-guidelines-for-the-us-book-industry
GTIN-13+5 (US dollar price encoded)
EAN symbology (version NK, first digit of 5-digit extension is 1–5)
GTIN-13+5 (CAN dollar price encoded)
EAN symbology (version NK, first digit of 5-digit extension is 6)
GTIN-13+5 (no price encoded)
EAN symbology (version NF, 5-digit extension is 90000–98999 for proprietary use – extension does not indicate a price)
UPC-12 (item-specific)
AKA item/price
UPC-12+5 (item-specific)
AKA item/price
UPC-12 (price-point)
AKA price/item
UPC-12+5 (price-point)
AKA price/item
GTIN-13+5 (UK Pound Sterling price encoded)
EAN symbology (version NK, first digit of 5-digit extension is 0)
GTIN-13+5 (other price encoded)
EAN symbology (version NK, price currency by local agreement)
GTIN-13+2
EAN symbology (two-digit extension, normally indicating periodical issue number)
Position on product
Unknown / unspecified
Position unknown or unspecified
Cover 4
The back cover of a book (or book jacket) – the recommended position
Cover 3
The inside back cover of a book
Cover 2
The inside front cover of a book
Cover 1
The front cover of a book
On spine
The spine of a book
On box
Used only for boxed products
On tag
Used only for products fitted with hanging tags
On bottom
Not be used for books unless they are contained within outer packaging
On back
Not be used for books unless they are contained within outer packaging
On outer sleeve / back
Used only for products packaged in outer sleeves
On removable wrapping
Used only for products packaged in shrink-wrap or other removable wrapping
US CPSIA or other international hazard warning type
No known hazards or warnings
Product assessed but no known hazards or warnings applicable. May be applied to both digital and physical products. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Children under 8 yrs. can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required | Keep uninflated balloons from children. Discard broken balloons at once.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – This toy is a small ball | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Toy contains a small ball | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – This toy is a marble | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Toy contains a marble | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
No choking hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING: STRANGULATION HAZARD – Long cord | Not for children under 3 yrs.
Required on applicable products sold in the US
No strangulation hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING: MAGNET HAZARD – Product contains (a) small magnet(s)
Required on applicable products sold in the US. Should be accompanied by additional text: Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnet(s) are swallowed or inhaled
No magnet hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING – Flashing hazard
Product flashes, flickers or includes high-contrast static or moving patterns which may cause discomfort or seizures in people with photosensitive epilepsy
No flashing hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING – Sound hazard
Product makes loud, sudden, repetitive or other sounds which may trigger seizures in sensitive people
No sound hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING – Motion simulation hazard
Products simulates (via visual effects) the experience of motion, which may cause nausea in sensitive people
No motion simulation hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
WARNING – California Proposition 65 carcinogenic, teratogenic or other reproductively harmful chemical hazard
Required on applicable products sold in California. Must be accompanied in <ProductFormFeatureDescription> by specific additional text as displayed on product or packaging. For example, “WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including [chemical name], which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”. Note long-form warnings should be used here, even if a short form warning is used on the product or packaging
No California Proposition 65 hazard warning necessary
To be used when a supplier wishes to make a clear statement that no such warning is applicable to product
California Proposition 65 chemical name
<ProductFormFeatureDescripton> carries the name of chemical that is the subject of a warning, taken from the list at www.p65warnings.ca.gov/chemicals
E-publication technical protection
None
Has no technical protection
DRM
Has DRM protection
Digital watermarking
Has digital watermarking
Adobe DRM
Has DRM protection applied by the Adobe CS4 Content Server Package or by the Adobe ADEPT hosted service
Apple DRM
Has FairPlay DRM protection applied via Apple proprietary online store
OMA DRM
Has OMA v2 DRM protection applied, as used to protect some mobile phone content
Readium LCP DRM
Has Licensed Content Protection DRM applied by a Readium License Server
Sony DRM
Has Sony DADC User Rights Management (URMS) DRM protection applied
Usage type
No constraints
Allows positive indication that there are no particular constraints (that can be specifed in <EpubUsageConstraint>). By convention, use 01 in <EpubUsageStatus>
Preview
Preview before purchase. Allows a retail customer, account holder or patron to view or listen to a proportion of the book before purchase. Also applies to borrowers making use of ‘acquisition on demand’ models in libraries, and to ‘subscription’ models where the purchase is made on behalf of the reader
Print
Print paper copy of extract
Copy / paste
Make digital copy of extract
Share
Share product across multiple concurrent devices. Allows a retail customer, account holder or patron to read the book across multiple devices linked to the same account. Also applies to readers in library borrowing and ‘subscription’ models
Text to speech
‘Read aloud’ with text to speech functionality
Lend
Lendable by the purchaser to other device owner or account holder or patron, eg ‘Lend-to-a-friend’, library lending (where the library product has a separate <ProductIdentifier> from the consumer product). The ‘primary’ copy becomes unusable while the secondary copy is ‘on loan’ unless a number of concurrent borrowers is also specified
Time-limited license
E-publication license is time-limited. Use with code 02 from List 146 and either a time period in days, weeks or months in <EpubUsageLimit>, or a Valid until date in <EpubUsageLimit>. The purchased copy becomes unusable when the license expires. For clarity, a perpetual license is the default, but may be specified explicitly with code 01 from list 146, or with code 02 and a limit <Quantity> of 0 days
Loan renewal
Maximum number of consecutive loans or loan extensions (eg from a library) to a single device owner or account holder. Note that a limit of 1 indicates that a loan cannot be renewed or extended
Multi-user license
E-publication license is multi-user. Maximum number of concurrent users licensed to use the product should be given in <EpubUsageLimit>. For clarity, unlimited concurrencyis the default, but may be specified explicitly with code 01 from list 146, or with code 02 and a limit <Quantity> of 0 users
Preview on premises
Preview locally before purchase. Allows a retail customer, account holder or patron to view a proportion of the book (or the whole book, if no proportion is specified) before purchase, but ONLY while located physically in the retailer’s store (eg while logged on to the store or library wifi). Also applies to patrons making use of ‘acquisition on demand’ models in libraries
Text and data mining
Make use of the content of the product (text, images, audio etc) for extraction of useful (and possibly new) information through automated computer analysis. By convention, use 01 or 03 in <EpubUsageStatus>. Note 03 should be regarded as ‘prohibited to the full extent allowed by law’, or otherwise expressly reserved by the rightsholder, as in some jurisdictions, TDM may be subject to copyright exception (eg for not-for-profit purposes), subject to optional reservation, or allowed under ‘fair use’ doctrine
Usage status
Permitted unlimited
Permitted subject to limit
Limit should be specified in <EpubUsageLimit> or <PriceConstraintLimit>
Prohibited
Unit of usage
Copies
Maximum number of copies that may be made of a permitted extract
Characters
Maximum number of characters in a permitted extract for a specified usage
Words
Maximum number of words in a permitted extract for a specified usage
Pages
Maximum number of pages in a permitted extract for a specified usage
Percentage
Maximum percentage of total content in a permitted extract for a specified usage
Devices
Maximum number of devices in ‘share group’
Concurrent users
Maximum number of concurrent users. NB where the number of concurrent users is specifically not limited, set the number of concurrent users to zero
Users
Maximum number of licensed individual users, independent of concurrency of use
Concurrent classes
Maximum number of licensed concurrent classes of user. A ‘class’ is a group of learners attending a specific course or lesson and generally taught as a group
Classes
Maximum number of licensed classes of learners, independent of concurrency of use and the number of users per class
Institutions
Maximum number of licensed institutions, independend of concurrency of use and the number of classes or individuals per institution
Percentage per time period
Maximum percentage of total content which may be used in a specified usage per time period; the time period being specified as another <EpubUsageLimit> Quantity
Days
Maximum time period in days (beginning from product purchase or activation)
Weeks
Maximum time period in weeks
Months
Maximum time period in months
Hours minutes and seconds
Maximum amount of time in hours, minutes and seconds allowed in a permitted extract for a specified usage, in the format HHHMMSS (7 digits, with leading zeros if necessary)
Days (fixed start)
Maximum time period in days (beginning from the product publication date). In effect, this defines a fixed end date for the license independent of the purchase or activation date
Weeks (fixed start)
Maximum time period in weeks
Months (fixed start)
Maximum time period in months
Times
Maximum number of times a specified usage event may occur (in the lifetime of the product)
Times per day
Maximum frequency a specified usage event may occur (per day)
Times per month
Maximum frequency a specified usage event may occur (per month)
Times per year
Maximum frequency a specified usage event may occur (per year)
Dots per inch
Maximum resolution of printed or copy/pasted extracts
Dots per cm
Maximum resolution of printed or copy/pasted extracts
Allowed usage start page
Page number where allowed usage begins. <Quantity> should contain an absolute page number, counting the cover as page 1. (This type of page numbering should not be used where the e-publication has no fixed pagination). Use with (max number of) Pages, Percentage of content, or End page to specify pages allowed in Preview
Allowed usage end page
Page number at which allowed usage ends. <Quantity> should contain an absolute page number, counting the cover as page 1. (This type of page numbering should not be used where the e-publication has no fixed pagination). Use with Start page to specify pages allowed in a preview
Allowed usage start time
Time at which allowed usage begins. <Quantity> should contain an absolute time, counting from the beginning of an audio or video product, in the format HHHMMSS or HHHMMSScc. Use with Time, Percentage of content, or End time to specify time-based extract allowed in Preview
Allowed usage end time
Time at which allowed usage ends. <Quantity> should contain an absolute time, counting from the beginning of an audio or video product, in the format HHHMMSS or HHHMMSScc. Use with Start time to specify time-based extract allowed in Preview
Valid from
The date from which the usage constraint applies. <Quantity> is in the format YYYYMMDD
Valid to
The date until which the usage constraint applies. <Quantity> is in the format YYYYMMDD
Collection type
Unspecified (default)
Collection type is not determined
Publisher collection
The collection is a bibliographic collection (eg a series or set (Fr. série)) defined and identified by a publisher, either on the product itself or in product information supplied by the publisher. The books in the collection generally share a subject, narrative, design style or authorship. They may may have a specific order, or the collection may be unordered
Collection éditoriale
The collection is a bibliographic collection defined and identified by a publisher, either on the product itself or in product information supplied by the publisher, where the books in the collection have no specific order, shared subject, narrative, style or shared authorship, and are grouped by the publisher largely for marketing purposes. The collection has many of the characteristics of an imprint or marque. Used primarily in French book publishing, to distinguish between ‘série’ (using the normal code 10) and ‘collection’ (code 11), and where the collection éditoriale is not an imprint
Ascribed collection
The collection has been defined and identified by a party in the metadata supply chain other than the publisher, typically an aggregator.
Title element level
Product
The title element refers to an individual product
Collection level
The title element refers to the top level of a bibliographic collection
Subcollection
The title element refers to an intermediate level of a bibliographic collection that comprises two or more ‘sub-collections’
Content item
The title element refers to a content item within a product, eg a work included in a combined or ‘omnibus’ edition, or a chapter in a book. Generally used only for titles within <ContentItem> (Block 3)
Master brand
The title element names a multimedia franchise, licensed property or master brand where the use of the brand spans multiple collections and product forms, and possibly multiple imprints and publishers. It need not have a hierarchical relationship with title elements at other levels, or with other master brands. Used only for branded media properties carrying, for example, a children’s character brand or film franchise branding
Sub-subcollection
The title element refers to an intermediate level of a bibliographic collection that is a subdivision of a sub-collection (a third level of collective identity)
Product form
Undefined
Audio
Audio recording – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer AZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other A* code applies
Audio cassette
Audio cassette (analogue)
CD-Audio
Audio compact disc: use for ‘Red book’ discs (conventional audio CD) and SACD, and use coding in <ProductFormDetail> to specify the format, if required
DAT
Digital audio tape cassette
Audio disc
Audio disc (excluding CD-Audio): use for ‘Yellow book’ (CD-Rom-style) discs, including for example mp3 CDs, and use coding in <ProductFormDetail> to specify the format of the data on the disc
Audio tape
Audio tape (analogue open reel tape)
MiniDisc
Sony MiniDisc format
CD-Extra
Audio compact disc with part CD-ROM content, also termed CD-Plus or Enhanced-CD: use for ‘Blue book’ and ‘Yellow/Red book’ two-session discs
DVD Audio
Downloadable audio file
Digital audio recording downloadable to the purchaser’s own device(s)
Pre-recorded digital audio player
For example, Playaway audiobook and player: use coding in <ProductFormDetail> to specify the recording format, if required
Pre-recorded SD card
For example, Audiofy audiobook chip
LP
Vinyl disc (analogue).
Downloadable and online audio file
Digital audio recording available both by download to the purchaser’s own device(s) and by online (eg streamed) access
Online audio file
Digital audio recording available online (eg streamed), not downloadable to the purchaser’s own device(s)
Other audio format
Other audio format not specified by AB to AO. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Book
Book – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer BZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other B* code applies
Hardback
Hardback or cased book
Paperback / softback
Paperback or other softback book
Loose-leaf
Loose-leaf book
Spiral bound
Spiral, comb or coil bound book
Pamphlet
Pamphlet, stapled (de: ‘geheftet’). Includes low-extent wire-stitched books bound without a distinct spine (eg many comic book ‘floppies’)
Leather / fine binding
Use <ProductFormDetail> to provide additional description
Board book
Child’s book with all pages printed on board
Rag book
Child’s book with all pages printed on textile
Bath book
Child’s book printed on waterproof material
Novelty book
A book whose novelty consists wholly or partly in a format which cannot be described by any other available code – a ‘conventional’ format code is always to be preferred; one or more Product Form Detail codes, eg from the B2nn group, should be used whenever possible to provide additional description
Slide bound
Slide bound book
Big book
Extra-large format for teaching etc; this format and terminology may be specifically UK; required as a top-level differentiator
Part-work (fascículo)
A part-work issued with its own ISBN and intended to be collected and bound into a complete book.
Fold-out book or chart
Concertina-folded booklet or chart, designed to fold to pocket or regular page size, and usually bound within distinct board or card covers (de: ‘Leporello’)
Foam book
A children’s book whose cover and pages are made of foam
Other book format
Other book format or binding not specified by BB to BP. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Sheet map
Sheet map – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer CZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other C* code applies
Sheet map, folded
Sheet map, flat
Sheet map, rolled
See <ProductPackaging> and Codelist 80 for ‘rolled in tube’
Globe
Globe or planisphere
Other cartographic
Other cartographic format not specified by CB to CE. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Digital (on physical carrier)
Digital content delivered on a physical carrier (detail unspecified). Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer DZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other D* code applies
CD-ROM
CD-I
CD interactive: use for ‘Green book’ discs
Game cartridge
Diskette
AKA ‘floppy disc’
DVD-ROM
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Compact Flash Memory Card
Memory Stick Memory Card
USB Flash Drive
Double-sided CD/DVD
Double-sided disc, one side Audio CD/CD-ROM, other side DVD
BR-ROM
(Blu Ray ROM)
Other digital carrier
Other carrier of digital content not specified by DB to DO. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Digital (delivered electronically)
Digital content delivered electronically (delivery method unspecified). Use only when the form and delivery method is unknown, or when no other E* code applies and the delivery method is described in <ProductFormDescription>. Note, use <ProductFormDetail> to specify file format
Digital download and online
Digital content available both by download and by online access
Digital online
Digital content accessed online only
Digital download
Digital content delivered by download only
Film or transparency
Film or transparency – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer FZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other F* code applies
Slides
Photographic transparencies mounted for projection
OHP transparencies
Transparencies for overhead projector
Filmstrip
Photographic transparencies, unmounted but cut into short multi-frame strips
Film
Continuous movie film as opposed to filmstrip
Other film or transparency format
Other film or transparency format not specified by FB to FF. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Digital product license
Digital product license (delivery method unspecified). Use only when the form is unknown, or when no other L* code applies and the delivery method is described in <ProductFormDescription>
Digital product license key
Digital product license delivered through the retail supply chain as a physical ‘key’, typically a card or booklet containing a code enabling the purchaser to download the associated product
Digital product license code
Digital product license delivered by email or other electronic distribution, typically providing a code enabling the purchaser to activate, upgrade or extend the license supplied with the associated product
Microform
Microform – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer MZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other M* code applies
Microfiche
Microfilm
Roll microfilm
Other microform
Other microform not specified by MB or MC. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Miscellaneous print
Miscellaneous printed material – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer PZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other P* code applies
Address book
May use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Calendar
Cards
Cards, flash cards (eg for teaching reading), revision cards, divination, playing or trading cards
Copymasters
Copymasters, photocopiable sheets
Diary or journal
May use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Frieze
Narrow strip-shaped printed sheet used mostly for education or children’s products (eg depicting alphabet, number line, procession of illustrated characters etc). Usually intended for horizontal display
Kit
Parts for post-purchase assembly, including card, wood or plastic parts or model components, interlocking construction blocks, beads and other crafting materials etc
Sheet music
May use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Postcard book or pack
Including greeting cards and packs. For bound books (usually with perforated sheets to remove cards), may use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Poster
Poster for retail sale – see also XF
Record book
Record book (eg ‘birthday book’, ‘baby book’): binding unspecified; may use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Wallet or folder
Wallet, folder or box (containing loose sheets etc, or empty): it is preferable to code the contents and treat ‘wallet’ (or folder / box) as packaging in <ProductPackaging> with Codelist 80, but if this is not possible (eg where the product is empty and intended for storing other loose items) the product as a whole may be coded as a ‘wallet’. For binders intended for loose leaf or partwork publications intended to be updateable, see codes BD, BN
Pictures or photographs
Wallchart
Stickers
Plate (lámina)
A book-sized (as opposed to poster-sized) sheet, usually in color or high quality print
Notebook / blank book
A book with all pages blank for the buyer’s own use; may use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Organizer
May use <ProductFormDetail> codes P201 to P204 to specify binding
Bookmark
Leaflet
Folded but unbound
Book plates
Ex libris’ book labels and packs
Other printed item
Other printed item not specified by PB to PQ. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Multiple-component retail product
Presentation unspecified: format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>. Use only when the packaging of the product is unknown, or when no other S* code applies and the presentation is described in <ProductFormDescription>
Multiple-component retail product, boxed
Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>
Multiple-component retail product, slip-cased
Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>
Multiple-component retail product, shrink-wrapped
Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>. Use code XL for a shrink-wrapped pack for trade supply, where the retail items it contains are intended for sale individually
Multiple-component retail product, loose
Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>
Multiple-component retail product, part(s) enclosed
Multiple component product where subsidiary product part(s) is/are supplied as enclosures to the primary part, eg a book with a CD packaged in a sleeve glued within the back cover. Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>
Multiple-component retail product, entirely digital
Multiple component product where all parts are digital, and delivered as separate files, eg a group of individual EPUB files, an EPUB with a PDF, an e-book with a license to access a range of online resources, etc. Format of product components must be given in <ProductPart>
Video
Video – detail unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer VZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other V* code applies
Videodisc
eg Laserdisc
DVD video
DVD video: specify TV standard in <ProductFormDetail>
VHS video
VHS videotape: specify TV standard in <ProductFormDetail>
Betamax video
Betamax videotape: specify TV standard in <ProductFormDetail>
VCD
VideoCD
SVCD
Super VideoCD
HD DVD
High definition DVD disc, Toshiba HD DVD format
Blu-ray
High definition DVD disc, Sony Blu-ray format
UMD Video
Sony Universal Media disc
CBHD
China Blue High-Definition, derivative of HD-DVD
Other video format
Other video format not specified by VB to VQ. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Trade-only material
Trade-only material (unspecified). Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer XZ plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other X* code applies
Dumpbin – empty
Dumpbin – filled
Dumpbin with contents. ISBN (where applicable) and format of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>
Counterpack – empty
Counterpack – filled
Counterpack with contents. ISBN (where applicable) and format of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>
Poster, promotional
Promotional poster for display, not for sale – see also PK
Shelf strip
Window piece
Promotional piece for shop window display
Streamer
Spinner – empty
Large book display
Large scale facsimile of book for promotional display
Shrink-wrapped pack
A quantity pack with its own product code, usually for trade supply only: the retail items it contains are intended for sale individually. ISBN (where applicable) and format of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>. For products or product bundles supplied individually shrink-wrapped for retail sale, use code SD
Boxed pack
A quantity pack with its own product code, usually for trade supply only: the retail items it contains are intended for sale individually. ISBN (where applicable) and format of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>. For products or product bundles boxed individually for retail sale, use code SB
Pack (outer packaging unspecified)
A quantity pack with its own product code, usually for trade supply only: the retail items it contains are intended for sale individually. ISBN (where applicable) and format of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>. Use only when the pack is neither shrinp-wrapped nor boxed
Spinner – filled
Spinner with contents. ISBN(s) (where applicable) and detail of contained items must be given in <ProductPart>
Other point of sale – including retail product
Other point of sale material not specified by XB to XO, supplied with included product(s) for retail sale. The retail product(s) must be described in <ProductPart>. Further detail of the POS material is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Other point of sale
Other point of sale material not specified by XB to XY, promotional or decorative. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
General merchandise
General merchandise, book accessories and non-book products – unspecified. Use only when the form is unknown and no further detail can be provided. Prefer ZX, ZY or ZZ, plus <ProductFormDescription> if detail is available but no other Z* code applies
Doll or figure
Including action figures, figurines
Soft toy
Soft or plush toy
Toy
Including educational toys (where no other code is relevant)
Game
Board game, or other game (except computer game: see DE and other D* codes)
T-shirt
E-book reader
Dedicated e-book reading device, typically with mono screen
Tablet computer
General purpose tablet computer, typically with color screen
Audiobook player
Dedicated audiobook player device, typically including book-related features like bookmarking
Jigsaw
Jigsaw or similar ‘shapes’ puzzle
Mug
For example, branded, promotional or tie-in drinking mug, cup etc
Tote bag
For example, branded, promotional or tie-in bag
Tableware
For example, branded, promotional or tie-in plates, bowls etc (note for mugs and cups, use code ZK)
Umbrella
For example, branded, promotional or tie-in umbrella
Paints, crayons, pencils
Coloring set, including pens, chalks, etc
Handicraft kit
Handicraft kit or set, eg sewing, crochet, weaving, basketry, beadwork, leather, wood or metalworking, pottery and glassworking, candlemaking etc
Other toy/game accessories
Other toy, game and puzzle items not specified by ZB to ZQ, generally accessories to other products etc. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Other apparel
Other apparel items not specified by ZB to ZQ, including branded, promotional or tie-in scarves, caps, aprons, dress-up costumes etc. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Other merchandise
Other branded, promotional or tie-in merchandise not specified by ZB to ZY. Further detail is expected in <ProductFormDescription>, as <ProductFormDetail> and <ProductFormFeature> are unlikely to be sufficient
Contributor place relator
Associated with
To express unknown relationship types (for use when expressing legacy ONIX 2.1 data in ONIX 3.0)
Born in
Died in
Formerly resided in
Currently resides in
Educated in
Worked in
Flourished in
(‘Floruit’)
Citizen of
Or nationality. For use with country codes only
Registered in
The place of legal registration of an organization
Operating from
The place an organization or part of an organization is based or operates from
Eligible for geographical marketing programs
Contributor is eligible for national, regional or local marketing support. Use with country code, region code or country/region plus location, as appropriate
Illustrated / not illustrated
No
Not illustrated
Yes
Illustrated
Text type
Sender-defined text
To be used only in circumstances where the parties to an exchange have agreed to include text which (a) is not for general distribution, and (b) cannot be coded elsewhere. If more than one type of text is sent, it must be identified by tagging within the text itself
Short description/annotation
Of the product. Limited to a maximum of 350 characters
Description
Of the product. Length unrestricted
Table of contents
Used for a table of contents sent as a single text field, which may or may not carry structure expressed using XHTML
Primary cover copy
Primary descriptive blurb usually taken from the back cover or jacket, or occasionally from the cover/jacket flaps. See also code 27
Review quote
A quote taken from a review of the product or of the work in question where there is no need to take account of different editions
Review quote: previous edition
A quote taken from a review of a previous edition of the work
Review quote: previous work
A quote taken from a review of a previous work by the same author(s) or in the same series
Endorsement
A quote usually provided by a celebrity or another author to promote a new book, not from a review
Promotional headline
A promotional phrase which is intended to headline a description of the product
Feature
Text describing a feature of a product to which the publisher wishes to draw attention for promotional purposes. Each separate feature should be described by a separate repeat, so that formatting can be applied at the discretion of the receiver of the ONIX record, or multiple features can be described using appropriate XHTML markup
Biographical note
A note referring to all contributors to a product – NOT linked to a single contributor
Publisher’s notice
A statement included by a publisher in fulfillment of contractual obligations, such as a disclaimer, sponsor statement, or legal notice of any sort. Note that the inclusion of such a notice cannot and does not imply that a user of the ONIX record is obliged to reproduce it
Excerpt
A short excerpt from the main text of the work
Index
Used for an index sent as a single text field, which may be structured using XHTML
Short description/annotation for collection
(of which the product is a part.) Limited to a maximum of 350 characters
Description for collection
(of which the product is a part.) Length unrestricted
New feature
As code 11 but used for a new feature of this edition or version
Version history
Open access statement
Short summary statement of open access status and any related conditions (eg ‘Open access – no commercial use’), primarily for marketing purposes. Should always be accompanied by a link to the complete license (see <EpubLicense> or code 99 in List 158)
Digital exclusivity statement
Short summary statement that the product is available only in digital formats (eg ‘Digital exclusive’). If a non-digital version is planned, <ContentDate> should be used to specify the date when exclusivity will end (use content date role code 15). If a non-digital version is available, the statement should not be included
Official recommendation
For example a recommendation or approval provided by a ministry of education or other official body. Use <Text> to provide details and ideally use <TextSourceCorporate> to name the approver
JBPA description
Short description in format specified by Japanese Book Publishers Association
schema.org snippet
JSON-LD snippet suitable for use within an HTML <script type="application/ld+json"> tag, containing structured metadata suitable for use with schema.org
Errata
Introduction
Introduction, preface or the text of other preliminary material, sent as a single text field, which may be structured using XHTML
Secondary cover copy
Secondary descriptive blurb taken from the cover/jacket flaps, or occasionally from the back cover or jacket, used only when there are two separate texts and the primary text is included using code 05
Full cast and credit list
For use with dramatized audiobooks, filmed entertainment etc, for a cast list sent as a single text field, which may or may not carry structure expressed using XHTML
Bibliography
Complete list of books by the author(s), supplied as a single text field, which may be structured using (X)HTML
Abstract
Formal summary of content (normally used with academic and scholarly content only)
Rules or instructions
Eg for a game, kit
List of contents
Eg for a game, kit. Note: use code 04 for a Table of Contents of a book
Short description/annotation for imprint
Length limited to a maximum of 350 characters
Description for imprint
Length unrestricted
Short description/annotation for publisher
Length limited to a maximum of 350 characters
Description for publisher
Length unrestricted
Cover line
(US) Reading line – line of usually explanatory copy on cover, somewhat like a subtitle but not on the title page and added by the publisher, eg ‘with 125 illustrated recipes’
Content audience
Unrestricted
Any audience
Restricted
Distribution by agreement between the parties to the ONIX exchange (this value is provided to cover applications where ONIX content includes material which is not for general distribution)
Booktrade
Distributors, bookstores, publisher’s own staff etc
End-customers
Librarians
Teachers
Students
Press
Press or other media
Shopping comparison service
Where a specially formatted description is required for this audience
Search engine index
Text not intended for display, but may be used (in addition to any less restricted text) for indexing and search
Bloggers
(Including vloggers, influencers etc) Where this is distinct from end customers or the Press
Content date role
Publication date
Nominal date of publication (of the content item or supporting resource)
Broadcast date
Date when a TV or radio program was / will be broadcast
From date
Date from which a content item or supporting resource may be referenced or used. The content is embargoed until this date
Until date
Date until which a content item or supporting resource may be referenced or used
Last updated
Date when a resource was last changed or updated
From… until date
Combines From date and Until date to define a period (both dates are inclusive). Use for example with dateformat 06
Available from
Date from which a supporting resource is available for download. Note that this date also implies that it can be immediately displayed to the intended audience, unless a From date (code 14) is also supplied and is later than the Available from date
Available until
Date until which a supporting resource is available for download. Note that this date does not imply it must be removed from display to the intended audience on this date – for this, use Until date (code 15)
Associated start date
Start date referenced by the supporting resource, for example, the ‘earliest exam date’ for an official recommendation
Associated end date
End date referenced by the supporting resource, for example, the ‘latest exam date’ for an official recommendation
Cited content type
Review
The full text of a review in a third-party publication in any medium
Bestseller list
Media mention
Other than a review
‘One locality, one book’ program
Inclusion in a program such as ‘Chicago Reads’, ‘Seattle Reads’, ‘Canada Reads’, ‘One Dublin, one book’
Curated list
For example a ‘best books of the year’ or ‘25 books you should have read’ list, without regard to their bestseller status
Commentary / discussion
For example a third party podcast episode, social media message, newsletter issue, other commentary (see also code 03 for very brief items)
Content source type
Printed media
Website
Radio
TV
Resource content type
Front cover
2D
Back cover
2D
Cover / pack
Not limited to front or back, including 3D perspective
Contributor picture
Photograph or portrait of contributor(s)
Series image / artwork
Series logo
Product image / artwork
For example, an isolated image from the front cover (without text), image of a completed jigsaw
Product logo
Publisher logo
Imprint logo
Contributor interview
Contributor presentation
Contributor presentation and/or commentary
Contributor reading
Contributor event schedule
Link to a schedule in iCalendar format
Sample content
For example: a short excerpt, sample text or a complete sample chapter, page images, screenshots etc
Widget
A ‘look inside’ feature presented as a small embeddable application
Review
Review text held in a separate downloadable file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 06 in List 153. Use the <TextContent> composite for review quotes carried in the ONIX record. Use the <CitedContent> composite for a third-party review which is referenced from the ONIX record. Use <SupportingResource> for review text offered as a separate file resource for reproduction as part of promotional material for the product
Commentary / discussion
For example a publisher’s podcast episode, social media message, newsletter issue, other commentary
Reading group guide
Teacher’s guide
Incuding associated teacher / instructor resources
Feature article
Feature article provided by publisher
Character ‘interview’
Fictional character ‘interview’
Wallpaper / screensaver
Press release
Table of contents
A table of contents held in a separate downloadable file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 04 in List 153. Use the <TextContent> composite for a table of contents carried in the ONIX record. Use <Supporting Resource> for text offered as a separate file resource
Trailer
A promotional video (or audio), similar to a movie trailer (sometimes referred to as a ‘book trailer’)
Cover thumbnail
Intended ONLY for transitional use, where ONIX 2.1 records referencing existing thumbnail assets of unknown pixel size are being re-expressed in ONIX 3.0. Use code 01 for all new cover assets, and where the pixel size of older assets is known
Full content
The full content of the product (or the product itself), supplied for example to support full-text search or indexing
Full cover
Includes cover, back cover, spine and – where appropriate – any flaps
Master brand logo
Description
Descriptive text in a separate downloadable file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 03 in List 153. Use the <TextContent> composite for descriptions carried in the ONIX record. Use <Supporting Resource> for text offered as a separate file resource for reproduction as part of promotional material for the product
Index
Index text held in a separate downloadable file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 15 in List 153. Use the <TextContent> composite for index text carried in the ONIX record. Use <Supporting Resource> for an index offered as a separate file resource
Student’s guide
Including associated student / learner resources
Publisher’s catalogue
For example a PDF or other digital representation of a publisher’s ‘new titles’ or range catalog
Online advertisement panel
For example a banner ad for the product. Pixel dimensions should typically be included in <ResourceVersionFeature>
Online advertisement page
(de: ‘Búhnenbild’)
Promotional event material
For example, posters, logos, banners, advertising templates for use in connection with a promotional event
Digital review copy
Availability of a digital review, evaluation or sample copy, or a digital proof copy, which may be limited to authorised users or account holders, but should otherwise be fully readable and functional
Instructional material
For example, video showing how to use the product
Errata
Introduction
Introduction, preface or other preliminary material in a separate resource file
Collection description
Descriptive material in a separate resource file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 17 in List 153. Use the <TextContent> composite for collection descriptions carried in the ONIX record. Use <Supporting Resource> for material (which need not be solely only) offered as a separate file resource for reproduction as part of promotional material for the product and collection
Bibliography
Complete list of books by the author(s), supplied as a separate resource file
Abstract
Formal summary of content (normally used with academic and scholarly content only)
Cover holding image
Image that may be used for promotional purposes in place of a front cover, ONLY where the front cover itself cannot be provided or used for any reason. Typically, holding images may comprise logos, artwork or an unfinished front cover image. Senders should ensure removal of the holding image from the record as soon as a cover image is available. Recipients must ensure replacement of the holding image with the cover image when it is supplied
Rules or instructions
Eg for a game, kit
Transcript
Full transcript of audio or video content of the product
Full cast and credit list
For use with dramatised audiobooks, filmed entertainment etc, for a cast list sent as a separate resource file, not in the ONIX record. Equivalent of code 28 in List 153
Image for social media
Image – not specifically a cover image or artwork, contributor image, or logo – explicitly intended for use in social media
Supplementary learning resources
Eg downloadable worksheets, home learning materials
Cover flap
2D, front or back flap image
License
Link to a license covering permitted usage of the product content. Deprecated in favor of <EpubLicense>. This was a temporary workaround in ONIX 3.0, and use of <EpubLicense> is strongly preferred
Resource mode
Application
An executable together with data on which it operates
Audio
A sound recording
Image
A still image
Text
Readable text, with or without associated images etc
Video
Moving images, with or without accompanying sound
Multi-mode
A website or other supporting resource delivering content in a variety of modes
Resource feature type
Required credit
Credit that must be displayed when a resource is used (eg ‘Photo Jerry Bauer’ or ‘© Magnum Photo’). Credit text should be carried in <FeatureNote>
Caption
Explanatory caption that may accompany a resource (eg use to identify an author in a photograph). Caption text should be carried in <FeatureNote>
Copyright holder
Copyright holder of resource (indicative only, as the resource can be used without consultation). Copyright text should be carried in <FeatureNote>
Length in minutes
Approximate length in minutes of an audio or video resource. <FeatureValue> should contain the length of time as an integer number of minutes
ISNI of resource contributor
Use to link resource to a contributor unambiguously, for example with Resource Content types 04, 11–14 from List 158, particularly where the product has more than a single contributor. <FeatureValue> contains the 16-digit ISNI, which must match an ISNI given in an instance of <Contributor>
Proprietary ID of resource contributor
Use to link resource to a contributor unambiguously, for example with Resource Content types 04, 11–14 from List 158, particularly where the product has more than a single contributor. <FeatureValue> contains the proprietary ID, which must match a proprietary ID given in an instance of <Contributor>
Resource alternative text
<FeatureNote> is Alternative text for the resource, which might be presented to visually-impaired readers
Background color of image resource
<FeatureValue> is a 24-bit RGB or 32-bit RBGA color in hexadecimal, eg fff2de for an opaque warm cream. Used when the resource – for example a 3D image of the product – includes a background, or if used with an alpha channel, when the image is irregularly shaped or contains a semi-transparent shadow thrown against a background
Attribute of product image resource
<FeatureValue> is an ONIX code from List 256 that describes an attribute of a product image resource (eg perspective, content)
Background color of page
<FeatureValue> is a 24-bit RGB color in hexadecimal, eg ffc300 for a rich yellow-orange, used when the resource supplier requests a specific background color be displayed behind the resource on a web page
Resource form
Linkable resource
A resource that may be accessed by a hyperlink. The current host (eg the ONIX sender, who may be the publisher) will provide ongoing hosting services for the resource for the active life of the product (or at least until the Until Date specified in <ContentDate>). The ONIX recipient may embed the URL in a consumer facing-website (eg as the src attribute in an <img> link), and need not host an independent copy of the resource
Downloadable file
A file that may be downloaded on demand for third-party use. The ONIX sender will host a copy of the resource until the specified Until Date, but only for the ONIX recipient’s direct use. The ONIX recipient should download a copy of the resource, and must host an independent copy of the resource if it is used on a consumer-facing website. Special attention should be paid to the ‘Last Updated’ <ContentDate> to ensure the independent copy of the resource is kept up to date
Embeddable application
An application which is supplied in a form which can be embedded into a third-party webpage. As type 02, except the resource contains active content such as JavaScript, Flash, etc
Resource version feature type
File format
Resource Version Feature Value carries a code from List 178
Image height in pixels
Resource Version Feature Value carries an integer
Image width in pixels
Resource Version Feature Value carries an integer
Filename
Resource Version Feature Value carries the filename of the supporting resource, necessary only when it is different from the last part of the path provided in <ResourceLink>
Approximate download file size in megabytes
Resource Version Feature Value carries a decimal number only, suggested no more than 2 or 3 significant digits (eg 1.7, not 1.7462 or 1.75MB)
MD5 hash value
MD5 hash value of the resource file. <ResourceVersionFeatureValue> should contain the 128-bit digest value (as 32 hexadecimal digits). Can be used as a cryptographic check on the integrity of a resource after it has been retrieved
Exact download file size in bytes
Resource Version Feature Value carries a integer number only (eg 1831023)
SHA-256 hash value
SHA-256 hash value of the resource file. <ResourceVersionFeatureValue> should contain the 256-bit digest value (as 64 hexadecimal digits). Can be used as a cryptographic check on the integrity of a resource after it has been retrieved
ISCC
International Standard Content Code, a ‘similarity hash’ derived algorithmically from the resource content itself (see https://iscc.codes). <IDValue> is the ISCC-CODE generated from a digital manifestation of the work, as a variable-length case-insensitive alphanumeric string (or 55 characters including three hyphens if using ISCC v1.0, but this is deprecated). Note alphabetic characters in v1.x ISCCs use Base32 encoding and are conventionally upper case. The ‘ISCC:’ prefix is omitted
Publishing date role
Publication date
Nominal date of publication. This date is primarily used for planning, promotion and other business process purposes, and is not necessarily the first date for retail sales or fulfillment of pre-orders. In the absence of a sales embargo date, retail sales and pre-order fulfillment may begin as soon as stock is available to the retailer
Sales embargo date
If there is an embargo on retail sales (in the market) before a certain date, the date from which the embargo is lifted and retail sales and fulfillment of pre-orders are permitted. In the absence of an embargo date, retail sales and pre-order fulfillment may begin as soon as stock is available to the retailer
Public announcement date
Date when a new product may be announced to the general public. Prior to the announcement date, the product data is intended for internal use by the recipient and supply chain partners only. After the announcement date, or in the absence of an announcement date, the planned product may be announced to the public as soon as metadata is available
Trade announcement date
Date when a new product may be announced to the book trade only. Prior to the announcement date, the product information is intended for internal use by the recipient only. After the announcement date, or in the absence of a trade announcement date, the planned product may be announced to supply chain partners (but not necessarily made public – see the Public announcement date) as soon as metadata is available
Date of first publication
Date when the work incorporated in a product was first published. For works in translation, see also Date of first publication in original language (code 20)
Last reprint date
Date when a product was last reprinted
Out-of-print / permanently withdrawn date
Date when a product was (or will be) declared out-of-print, permanently withdrawn from sale or deleted
Last reissue date
Date when a product was last reissued
Publication date of print counterpart
Date of publication of a printed book which is the direct print counterpart to a digital product. The counterpart product may be included in <RelatedProduct> using code 13
Date of first publication in original language
Date when the original language version of work incorporated in a product was first published (note, use only on works in translation – see code 11 for first publication date in the translated language)
Forthcoming reissue date
Date when a product will be reissued
Expected availability date after temporary withdrawal
Date when a product that has been temporary withdrawn from sale or recalled for any reason is expected to become available again, eg after correction of quality or technical issues
Review embargo date
Date from which reviews of a product may be published eg in newspapers and magazines or online. Provided to the book trade for information only: newspapers and magazines are not expected to be recipients of ONIX metadata
Publisher’s reservation order deadline
Latest date on which an order may be placed with the publisher for guaranteed delivery prior to the publication date. May or may not be linked to a special reservation or pre-publication price
Forthcoming reprint date
Date when a product will be reprinted
Preorder embargo date
Earliest date a retail ‘preorder’ can be placed (in the market), where this is distinct from the public announcement date. In the absence of a preorder embargo, advance orders can be placed as soon as metadata is available to the consumer (this would be the public announcement date, or in the absence of a public announcement date, the earliest date metadata is available to the retailer)
Transfer date
Date of acquisition of product by new publisher (use with publishing roles 09 and 13)
Date of production
For an audiovisual work (eg on DVD)
Streaming embargo date
For digital products that are available to end customers both as a download and streamed, the earliest date the product can be made available on a stream, where the streamed version becomes available later than the download. For the download, see code 02 if it is embargoed or code 01 if there is no embargo
Subscription embargo date
For digital products that are available to end customers both as purchases and as part of a subscription package, the earliest date the product can be made available by subscription, where the product may not be included in a subscription package until shome while after publication. For ordinary sales, see code 02 if there is a sales embargo or code 01 if there is no embargo
CIP date
Date by which CIP copy is required for inclusion in the product
Work relation
Manifestation of
Product A is or includes a manifestation of work X. (There is a direct parent–child relation between work X and the product). The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work X
Derived from
Product A is or includes a manifestation of a work X which is derived (directly) from related work W in one or more of the ways specified in the former ISTC rules. (There is a relationship between a grandparent work W and a parent work X, and between that parent work and the product.) This relation type is intended to enable products with a common ‘grandparent’ work to be linked without specifying the precise nature of their derivation, and without necessarily assigning an identifier to the product’s parent work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work W. Codes 20–30 may be used instead to provide details of the derivation of work X from work W
Related work is derived from this
Product A is a manifestation of a work X from which related work Y is (directly) derived in one or more of the ways specified in the former ISTC rules. (There is a relationship between a parent work X and a child work Y, and between the parent work X and the product.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work Y. Codes 40–50 may be used instead to provide details of the derivation of work Y from work X
Other work in same (bibliographic) collection
Product A is a manifestation of a work X in the same (bibliographic) collection as related work Z. (There is a relationship between the parent work X and a ‘same collection’ work Z, and between the parent work X and the product.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work Z
Other work by same contributor
Product A is a manifestation of a work X by the same contributor(s) as related work Z. (There is a relationship between the parent work X and a work Z where X and Z have at least one contributor in common, and between the parent work X and the product.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work Z
Manifestation of original work
Product A is or includes a manifestation of work X. (There is a direct parent–child relation between work X and the product, and work X is original, ie not a derived work of any kind – there is no work W.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work X. See code 01 if the originality of X is unspecified or unknown
Derived from by abridgement
Product A is or includes a manifestation of a work X which is derived directly from related work W by abridgement. (There is a relationship between the grandparent [unabridged] work W and the parent [abridged] work X, and between the parent work X and the product.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unabridged] work W. <EditionType> of product A would normally be ABR. See code 02 if the method of derivation of X from W is unknown or unstated. The [abridged] parent work X may be identified using a separate instance of <RelatedWork> with relation code 01
Derived from by annotation
Product A is or includes a manifestation of a work X which is derived directly from related work W by annotation. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unannotated] work W. <EditionType> of product X would normally be ANN, VAR etc. See code 02 if the method of derivation of X from W is unknown or unstated. The [annotated] parent work X may be identified using a separate instance of <RelatedWork> with relation code 01
Derived from by compilation
The content of the work X has been formed by compilation of work W and another work Z. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work W. <EditionType> of product A may be CMB. Work Z may be identified using a separate instance of <RelatedWork> with code 23. The compiled parent work X may be identified using a separate instance of <Related> work with relation code 01
Derived from by criticism
The content of the work W has been augmented by the addition of critical commendary to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work W. <EditionType> of Product A would normally be CRI
Derived from by excerption
The content of the work X is an excerpt from work W. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [complete] work W
Derived from by expurgation
Offensive or unsuitable text material has been removed from work W to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unsuitable] work W. <EditionType> of Product A would normally be EXP
Derived from by addition (of non-text material)
The content of work W has been augmented by the addition of significant non-textual elements to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unaugmented] work W. <EditionType> of product A may be ILL, ENH etc
Derived from by revision
The content of work W has been revised and/or expanded or enlarged to form work X [including addition, deletion or replacement of text material]. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unrevised] work W. <EditionType> of product A may be REV, NED, etc, or A may be numbered
Derived from via translation
The content of work W has been translated into another language to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [untranslated] work W
Derived from via adaptation
The content of work W has been adapted [into a different literary form] to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for [unadapted] work W. <EditionType> of product A would normally be ADP, ACT etc
Derived from by subtraction (of non-text material)
The content of work W has been modified by the removal of significant non-textual elements to form work X. The instance of <RelatedWork> must include an identifier for work W
Related work is derived from this by abridgement
Product A is a manifestation of a work X from which the related work Y is (directly) derived by abridgement. (There is a relationship between the parent [unabridged] work X and the child [abridged] work Y, and between parent work X and the product.) The instance of <RelatedWork> must include the identifier for [abridged] work Y. See code 03 if the method of derivation of Y from X is unknown or unstated. The [unabridged] parent work X may be identified using a separate instance of <RelatedWork> with relation code 01 or 06
Related work is derived from this by annotation
Related work is derived from this by compilation
Related work is derived from this by criticism
Related work is derived from this by excerption
Related work is derived from this by expurgation
Related work is derived from this by addition (of non-text material)
Related work is derived from this by revision
Related work is derived from this via translation
Related work is derived from this via adaptation
Derived from this by subtraction (of non-text material)
Manifestation of LRM work
Product A is or includes a manifestation of an expression of LRM work X. Do not use, except as a workaround for differences between LRM works and expressions, and ONIX works in LRM library practice, and always also include a relationship to an ONIX work using code 01
Manifestation of LRM expression
Product A is or includes a manifestation of an LRM expression with the same content, same agents and in the same modality (text, audio, video etc) as work X. Do not use, except as a workaround for differences between LRM expressions and ONIX works in LRM library practice, and always also include a relationship to an ONIX work using code 01
Supplier own code type
Supplier’s sales classification
A rating applied by a supplier (typically a wholesaler) to indicate its assessment of the expected or actual sales performance of a product
Supplier’s bonus eligibility
A supplier’s coding of the eligibility of a product for a bonus scheme on overall sales
Publisher’s sales classification
A rating applied by the publisher to indicate a sales category (eg backlist/frontlist, core stock etc). Use only when the publisher is not the ‘supplier’
Supplier’s pricing restriction classification
A classification applied by a supplier to a product sold on Agency terms, to indicate that retail price restrictions are applicable
Supplier’s sales expectation
Code is the ISBN of another book that had sales (both in terms of copy numbers and customer profile) comparable to that the distributor or supplier estimates for the product. <SupplierCodeValue> must be an ISBN-13 or GTIN-13
Publisher’s sales expectation
Code is the ISBN of another book that had sales (both in terms of copy numbers and customer profile) comparable to that the publisher estimates for the product. <SupplierCodeValue> must be an ISBN-13 or GTIN-13
Supplier’s order routing eligibility
Code indicates whether an order can be placed with the supplier indirectly via an intermediary system. The code name type indicates the specific intermediate order aggregation/routing platform and the code indicates the eligibility
Supply date role
Sales embargo date
If there is an embargo on retail sales (of copies from the supplier) before a certain date and this is later than any general or market-wide embargo date, the date from which the embargo is lifted and retail sales and fulfillment of pre-orders are permitted. Use code 02 here ONLY in the exceptional case when the embargo is supplier-specific. More general market-wide or global sales embargos should be specified in <MarketDate> or <PublishingDate> codes. In the absence of any supplier-specific, market-wide or general embargo date, retail sales and pre-order fulfillment may begin as soon as stock is available to the retailer
Expected availability date
The date on which physical stock is expected to be available to be shipped from the supplier to retailers, or a digital product is expected to be released by the publisher or digital asset distributor to retailers or their retail platform providers
Last date for returns
Last date when returns will be accepted, generally for a product which is being remaindered or put out of print
Reservation order deadline
Latest date on which an order may be placed for guaranteed delivery prior to the publication date. May or may not be linked to a special reservation or pre-publication price
Last redownload date
Latest date on which existing owners or licensees may download or re-download a copy of the product. Existing users may continue to use their local copy of the product
Last TPM date
Date on which any required technical protection measures (DRM) support will be withdrawn. DRM-protected products may not be usable after this date
Expected warehouse date
The date on which physical stock is expected to be delivered to the supplier from the manufacturer or from a primary distributor. For the distributor or wholesaler (the supplier) this is the ‘goods in’ date, as contrasted with the Expected availability date, code 08, which is the ‘goods out’ date
New supplier start date
First date on which the supplier specified in <NewSupplier> will accept orders. Note the first date would typically be the day after the old supplier end date, but they may overlap if there is an agreement to forward any orders between old and new supplier for fulfillment
Supplier end date
Last date on which the supplier specified in <Supplier> will accept orders. New supplier should be specified where available. Note last date would typically be the day before the new supplier start date, but they may overlap if there is an agreement to forward any orders between old and new supplier for fulfillment
Price condition type
No conditions
Allows positive indication that there are no conditions (the default if <PriceCondition> is omitted)
Includes updates
Purchase at this price includes specified updates
Must also purchase updates
Purchase at this price requires commitment to purchase specified updates, not included in price
Updates available
Updates may be purchased separately, no minimum commitment required
Linked subsequent purchase price
Use with <PriceConditionQuantity> and <ProductIdentifier>. Purchase at this price requires commitment to purchase the specified linked product, which is not included in the price
Linked prior purchase price
Use with <PriceConditionQuantity> and <ProductIdentifier>. Purchase at this price requires prior purchase of the specified linked product
Linked price
Use with <PriceConditionQuantity> and <ProductIdentifier>. Purchase at this price requires simultaneous purchase of the specified linked product, which is not included in the price
Auto-renewing
The rental or subscription will automatically renew at the end of the period unless actively cancelled
Combined price
Purchase at this price includes the price of the specified other product
Rental duration
The duration of the rental to which the price applies. Deprecated, use <PriceConstraint> instead
Rental to purchase
Purchase at this price requires prior rental of the product. <PriceConditionQuantity> gives minimum prior rental period, and <ProductIdentifier> may be used if rental uses a different product identifier
Rental extension
Upgrade to longer rental duration. <PriceConditionQuantity> gives minimum prior rental duration, and <ProductIdentifier> may be used if rental uses a different product identifier. Separate price constraint with time limited license duration (code 07) specifies the new combined rental duration
Price condition quantity type
Time period
The price condition quantity represents a time period
Number of updates
The price condition quantity is a number of updates
Number of linked products
Use with Price condition type 06 and a Quantity of units. Price is valid when purchased with a specific number of products from a list of product identifiers provided in the associated <ProductIdentifier> composites. Use for example when describing a price for this product which is valid if it is purchased along with any two from a list of other products
Number of copies of this product
Use with Price condition type 06 and a Quantity of units. Meeting the Price condition qualifies for purchase of a specified number of copies of this product at this price. Use for example when describing a price that applies to the specified number of units of this product which is valid if they are purchased along with a number of copies of another product
Minimum number of linked products
Use with Price condition type 06 and a Quantity of units. Price is valid when purchased with at least a specific number of products from a list of product identifiers provided in the associated <ProductIdentifier> composites. Use for example when describing a price for this product which is valid if it is purchased along with any two from a list of other products
Maximum number of copies of this product
(at this price). Use with Price condition type 06 and a Quantity of units. Meeting the Price condition qualifies for purchase of up to the specified number of copies of this product at this price. Use for example when describing a price that applies to the specified number of units of this product which is valid if they are purchased along with a number of copies of another product
Quantity unit
Units
The quantity refers to a unit implied by the quantity type
Days
Weeks
Months
Years
Classes
Multiple copies or units suitable for a class. A ‘class’ is a group of learners attending a specific course or lesson and generally taught as a group
Discount type
Rising discount
Discount applied to all units in a qualifying order. The default if no <DiscountType> is specified
Rising discount (cumulative)
Additional discount may be applied retrospectively, based on number of units ordered over a specific period
Progressive discount
Discount applied to marginal units in a qualifying order
Progressive discount (cumulative)
Previous orders within a specific time period are counted when calculating a progressive discount
Tax type
VAT (Value-added tax)
TVA, IVA, MwSt, GST etc, levied incrementally at all parts of the supply chain
GST (Sales tax)
General sales tax, levied on retail sales
ECO
‘Green’ or eco-tax, levied to encourage responsible production or disposal, used only where this is identified separately from value-added or sales taxes
Currency zone
Eurozone
Countries that at the time being have the Euro as their national currency. Deprecated
Price date role
From date
Date on which a price becomes effective
Until date
Date on which a price ceases to be effective
From… until date
Combines From date and Until date to define a period (both dates are inclusive). Use for example with dateformat 06
Printed on product
No
Price not printed on product
Yes
Price printed on product
Product form detail
CD standard audio format
CD ‘red book’ format
SACD super audio format
MP3 format
MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer III file
WAV format
Real Audio format
WMA
Windows Media Audio format
AAC
Advanced Audio Coding format
Ogg/Vorbis
Vorbis audio format in the Ogg container
Audible
Audio format proprietary to Audible.com
FLAC
Free lossless audio codec
AIFF
Audio Interchangeable File Format
ALAC
Apple Lossless Audio Codec
W3C Audiobook format
Audiobook package format
DAISY 2: full audio with title only (no navigation)
Deprecated, as does not meet DAISY 2 standard. Use conventional audiobook codes instead
DAISY 2: full audio with navigation (no text)
DAISY 2: full audio with navigation and partial text
DAISY 2: full audio with navigation and full text
DAISY 2: full text with navigation and partial audio
Reading systems may provide full audio via text-to-speech
DAISY 2: full text with navigation and no audio
Reading systems may provide full audio via text-to-speech
DAISY 3: full audio with title only (no navigation)
Deprecated, as does not meet DAISY 3 standard. Use conventional audiobook codes instead
DAISY 3: full audio with navigation (no text)
DAISY 3: full audio with navigation and partial text
DAISY 3: full audio with navigation and full text
DAISY 3: full text with navigation and partial audio
Reading systems may provide full audio via text-to-speech
DAISY 3: full text with navigation and no audio
Reading systems may provide full audio via text-to-speech
Standalone audio
Readalong audio
Audio intended exclusively for use alongside a printed copy of the book. Most often a children’s product. Normally contains instructions such as ‘turn the page now’ and other references to the printed item, and is usually sold packaged together with a printed copy
Playalong audio
Audio intended for musical accompaniment, eg ‘Music minus one’, etc, often used for music learning. Includes singalong backing audio for musical learning or for Karaoke-style entertainment
Speakalong audio
Audio intended for language learning, which includes speech plus gaps intended to be filled by the listener
Synchronised audio
Audio synchronised to text within an e-publication, for example an EPUB3 with audio overlay. Synchronisation at least at paragraph level, and covering the full content
Sound effects
Incidental sounds added to the audiobook narration (eg background environmental sounds)
Background music
Incidental music added to the audiobook narration (eg to heighten atmosphere). Do not use where the music is a primary part of the audio
Without background sounds
Pre-recorded audiobook narration does not contain any background sounds, including music, sound effects, etc, though music and effects may be present if isolated from the speech (ie the sounds do not overlap)
64kbits/s
Constant or average bit rate (eg of an mp3 or AAC audio file) 64kbits/second or more. Note the bit rate is the total across all channels, not a per channel rate
128kbits/s
Constant or average bit rate 128bbits/second or more
192kbits/s
256kbits/s
320kbits/s
Mono
Includes ‘stereo’ where channels are identical
Stereo
Includes ‘joint stereo’
Stereo 2.1
Stereo plus low-frequency channel
Surround 4.1
Five-channel audio (including low-frequency channel)
Surround 5.1
Six-channel audio (including low-frequency channel)
Dolby Atmos
Multi-channel ‘spatial’ audio (eg for 7.1.4 speaker arrangements or processed for headphone delivery)
Mass market (rack) paperback
In North America, a category of paperback characterized partly by page size (typically from 6¾ up to 7⅛ x 4¼ inches) and partly by target market and terms of trade. Use with Product Form code BC
Trade paperback (US)
In North America, a category of paperback characterized partly by page size (larger than rack-sized) and partly by target market and terms of trade. AKA ‘quality paperback’, and including textbooks. Most paperback books sold in North America except ‘mass-market’ (B101) and ‘tall rack’ (B107) are correctly described with this code. Use with Product Form code BC
Digest format paperback
In North America, a category of paperback characterized by page size (typically 7 x 5 inches) and generally used for children’s books; use with Product Form code BC. Note: was wrongly shown as B102 (duplicate entry) in Issue 3
A-format paperback
In UK and IE, a category of paperback characterized by page size (normally 178 x 111 mm approx); use with Product Form code BC
B-format paperback
In UK and IE, a category of paperback characterized by page size (normally 198 x 129 mm approx); use with Product Form code BC
Trade paperback (UK)
In UK and IE, a category of paperback characterized largely by size (usually in traditional hardback dimensions), and often used for paperback originals or retailer/travel/export-exclusives; use with Product Form code BC
Tall rack paperback (US)
In North America, a category of paperback characterised partly by page size (typically 7½ x 4¼ inches) and partly by target market and terms of trade; use with Product Form code BC
A5 size Tankobon
Japanese A-series size, 210 x 148mm. A tankobon is a complete collected story originally published in serialised form (eg in a magazine)
JIS B5 size Tankobon
Japanese B-series size, 257 x 182mm
JIS B6 size Tankobon
Japanese B-series size, 182 x 128mm
A6 size Bunko
Japanese A-series size, 148 x 105mm
B40-dori Shinsho
Japanese format, 182x103mm or 173x105mm
Pocket (Sweden, Norway, France)
A Swedish, Norwegian, French paperback format, of no particular fixed size. Use with Product Form Code BC
Storpocket (Sweden)
A Swedish paperback format, use with Product Form Code BC. In Finnish, Jättipokkari
Kartonnage (Sweden)
A Swedish hardback format, use with Product Form Code BB
Flexband (Sweden)
A Swedish softback format, use with Product Form Code BC
Mook / Bookazine
A softback book in the format of a magazine, usually sold like a book. Use with Product Form code BC
Dwarsligger
Also called ‘Flipback’. A softback book in a specially compact proprietary format with pages printed in landscape on very thin paper and bound along the long (top) edge (ie parallel with the lines of text). Use with Product Form code BC – see www.dwarsligger.com
46 size
Japanese format, 188 x 127mm
46-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 188 x 127mm
A4
297 x 210mm
A4-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 297 x 210mm
A5-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 210 x 146mm
B5-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 257 x 182mm
B6-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 182 x 128mm
AB size
257 x 210mm
JIS B7 size
Japanese B-series size, 128 x 91mm
Kiku size
Japanese format, 218 x 152mm or 227 x 152mm
Kiku-Henkei size
Japanese format
JIS B4 size
Japanese B-series size, 364 x 257 mm
Paperback (DE)
German large paperback format, greater than about 205mm high, with flaps. Use with Product form code BC
Libro de bolsillo
Spanish pocket paperback. Use with Product form code BC
Pocket-sized
Pocket-sized format, usually less than about 205mm high, without necessarily implying a particular trade category (de: ,Taschenbuch‘; it: «Tascabile / Supertascabile»; es: «libro de bolsillo»; fr: « livre de poche » etc). Use with Product form code BB or BC. See also List 12 code 04
A5
210 x 148mm
Mass market max paperback
In North America, a category of paperback characterized partly by page size (typically 7⅛ x 4¾ inches) and partly by target market and terms of trade. Use with Product Form code BC
Comic book size (US)
Standard 10.25 x 6.625in size approx (260 x 170mm)
Comic album size (Euro)
Standard 240 x 320mm size approx
B4-Henkei size
Japanese format, approximately 364 x 257 mm
Coloring / join-the-dot book
Lift-the-flap book
Miniature book
Moving picture / flicker book
Pop-up book
Scented / ‘smelly’ book
Sound story / ‘noisy’ book
Sticker book
Touch-and-feel book
A book whose pages have a variety of textured inserts designed to stimulate tactile exploration: see also B214 and B215
Die-cut book
A book which is cut into a distinctive non-rectilinear shape and/or in which holes or shapes have been cut internally. (‘Die-cut’ is used here as a convenient shorthand, and does not imply strict limitation to a particular production process)
Book-as-toy
A book which is also a toy, or which incorporates a toy as an integral part. (Do not, however, use B213 for a multiple-item product which includes a book and a toy as separate items)
Soft-to-touch book
A book whose cover has a soft textured finish, typically over board
Fuzzy-felt book
A book with detachable felt pieces and textured pages on which they can be arranged
Press-out puzzle pieces
A book containing pages with die-cut or press-out pieces that can be used as a jigsaw, puzzle pieces, etc
Picture book
Picture book, generally for children, with few words per illustration: use with applicable Product Form code
‘Carousel’ book
(aka ‘Star’ book). Tax treatment of products may differ from that of products with similar codes such as Book as toy or Pop-up book)
Pull-the-tab book
A book with movable card ‘tabs’ within the pages. Pull a tab to reveal or animate part of a picture (distinct from a ‘lift-the-flap’ book, where flaps simply reveal hidden pictures, and not a ‘pop-up’ book with 3D paper engineering)
‘Wordless’ book
Picture book, generally for children though also used in augmentative and alternative education, without text in the body of the book. Also ‘silent books’, wordless graphic novels and comic books: use with applicable Product Form code
Loose leaf or partwork – sheets / parts and binder / wallet
Use with Product Form code BD, BN or PM
Loose leaf or partwork – binder / wallet only
Use with Product Form code BD, BN or PM
Loose leaf or partwork – sheets / parts only
Use with Product Form code BD, BN or PM
Sewn
AKA stitched; for ‘saddle-sewn’, see code B310
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Including ‘perfect bound’, ‘glued’
Library binding
Strengthened cloth-over-boards binding intended for libraries: use with Product form code BB
Reinforced binding
Strengthened binding, not specifically intended for libraries: use with Product form code BB or BC
Half bound
Highest qualiy material used on spine and corners only. Must be accompanied by a code specifiying a material, eg ‘half-bound real leather’
Quarter bound
Highest qualiy material used on spine only. Must be accompanied by a code specifiying a material, eg ‘quarter bound real leather’
Saddle-sewn
AKA ‘saddle-stitched’ or ‘wire-stitched’
Comb bound
Round or oval plastic forms in a clamp-like configuration: use with Product Form code BE
Wire-O
Twin loop metal wire spine: use with Product Form code BE
Concealed wire
Cased over Coiled or Wire-O binding: use with Product Form code BE and Product Form Detail code B312 or B314
Coiled wire bound
Spiral wire bound. Use with product form code BE. The default if a spiral binding type is not stated. Cf. Comb and Wire-O binding
Trade binding
Hardcover binding intended for general consumers rather than libraries, use with Product form code BB. The default if a hardcover binding detail is not stated. cf. Library binding
Swiss binding
Cover is attached to the book block along only one edge of the spine, allowing the cover to lay flat
Notched binding
Refinement of perfect binding, with notches cut in the spine of the book block prior to glueing, to improve adhesion and durability
Lay-flat binding
Hardcover or softcover where interior spreads lay flat across the spine
Self-covered
Covers do not use a distinctive stock, but are the same as the body pages
Cloth over boards
Cotton, linen or other woven fabric over boards. Use with <ProductForm> BB
Paper over boards
Cellulose-based or similar non-woven material, which may be printed and may be embossed with an artificial cloth or leather-like texture, over boards. Use with <ProductForm> BB
Leather, real
Covered with leather created by tanning animal hide. May be ‘full-grain’ using the entire thickness of the hide, ‘top grain’ using the outer layer of the hide, or ‘split’ using the inner layers of the hide. Split leather may be embossed with an artificial grain or texture. Use with <ProductForm> BG, and if appropriate with codes B308 or B309 (otherwise ‘full-bound’ is implied)
Leather, imitation
Covered with synthetic leather-like material – polymer or non-animal fibre over a textile backing, usually coated and embossed with an artificial grain or texture. Leatherette, pleather etc. Use with <ProductForm> BB (or BG if particularly high-quality), and if appropriate with codes B308 or B309 (otherwise ‘full-bound’ is implied)
Leather, bonded
Covered with leather reconstituted from a pulp made from shredded animal hide, layered on a fibre or textile backing, coated and usually embossed with an artificial grain or texture. Use with <ProductForm> BG, and if appropriate with codes B308 or B309 (otherwise ‘full-bound’ is implied)
Vellum
Pages made with prepared but untanned animal skin (usually calf, occasionally goat or sheep). Includes parchment, a thicker and less refined form of animal skin, but not ‘paper vellum’ or vegetable parchment made from synthetic or plant fibres
Head and tail bands
Decorative or functional
Decorated endpapers
Illustrated or abstract printed endpapers, but not those solely of colored paper
Cloth
Cloth, not necessarily over boards – cf B401
Imitation cloth
Spanish ‘simil-tela’
Velvet
Flexible plastic / vinyl cover
AKA ‘flexibound’: use with Product Form code BC
Plastic-covered
Separate outer plastic cover, often transparent and allowing the cover to show through. Typically has pockets into which the cover tucks. See also B412, where the cover itself is plastic or vinyl
Vinyl-covered
Separate outer vinyl cover. See also B412, where the cover itself is plastic or vinyl
Laminated cover
Book, laminating material unspecified, often termed PLC or PPC (printed laminated case, printed paper case) when used with Product form BB. Use L101 for ‘whole product laminated’, eg a laminated sheet map or wallchart
Card cover
With card cover (like a typical paperback). As distinct from a self-cover or more elaborate binding
Duplex-printed cover
Printed both inside and outside the front and/or back cover
Delicate cover / jacket finish
Cover or jacket finish may merit special handling or packaging during distribution and fulfilment, for example because of gloss varnish which may hold fingerprints or matt laminate liable to scuffing
With dust jacket
Type unspecified
With printed dust jacket
Used to distinguish from B503
With translucent dust cover
With translucent paper or plastic protective cover
With flaps
For paperback with flaps
With thumb index
With ribbon marker(s)
If the number of markers is significant, it can be stated as free text in <ProductFormDescription>
With zip fastener
With button snap fastener
With leather edge lining
AKA yapp edge?
Rough front
With edge trimming such that the front edge is ragged, not neatly and squarely trimmed: AKA deckle edge, feather edge, uncut edge, rough cut
Foldout
With one or more gatefold or foldout sections bound in
Wide margin
Pages include extra-wide margin specifically intended for hand-written annotations
With fastening strap
Book with attached loop for fixing to baby stroller, cot, chair etc
With perforated pages
With one or more pages perforated and intended to be torn out for use
Acid-free paper
Printed on acid-free or alkaline buffered paper conforming with ISO 9706
Archival paper
Printed on acid-free or alkaline buffered paper with a high cotton content, conforming with ISO 11108
With elasticated strap
Strap acts as closure or as page marker
With serialized authenticity token
For example, holographic sticker such as the banderol used in the Turkish book trade
With dust jacket poster
Jacket in the form of a pamphlet or poster, specifically intended to be removed and read or used separately from the book
Rounded corners
Usually die-cut rounding to foredge corners of cover (and/or to foredge page corners). See B212 for elaborate die-cutting
Splashproof
Water-resistant or ‘waterproof’ cover and pages
Mineral paper
Pages composed of ‘mineral paper’ comprised of HDPE plastic and ground calcium carbonate, eg Stonepaper
Turn-around book
A book in which half the content is printed upside-down, to be read the other way round. Also known as a ‘flip-book’ or ‘tête-bêche’ (Fr) binding, it has two front covers and a single spine. Usually an omnibus of two works
Unflipped manga format
Manga with pages and panels in the sequence of (right-to-left flowing) Japanese-style design
Back-to-back book
A book in which half the content is printed so as to be read from the other cover. All content is printed the same way up. Also known as ‘dos-à-dos’ (Fr) binding, it has two front covers and two spines. Usually an omnibus of two works
Flipped manga format
Manga with pages and panels in the sequence mirrored from Japanese-style design (thus flowing left-to-right)
Variant turn-around book
A book in which half the content is read the other way round from ‘back’ to ‘front’. A variant on ‘flip-book’ or ‘tête-bêche’ (fr) binding where the text is in two languages with different page progression (eg English and Arabic) and neither needs to be upside down, it has two front covers and a single spine. Usually an omnibus of a work and a derived translated work
Page progression LTR
Pages are ordered left to right (the left page in a spread is read before the right). Note this does not specifically mean text on the page is also read left to right
Page progression RTL
Pages are ordered right to left
Page progression TTB
Pages are ordered top to bottom, with the spine oriented horizontally. See also Dwarsligger (code B118), a proprietary variation of this format
Page progression other
Pages are ordered bottom to top, with the spine oriented horizontally, or in a way for which there is no other code
Syllabification
Text shows syllable breaks
Upper case only
For bicameral scripts, body text is upper case only
UK Uncontracted Braille
Single letters only. Was formerly identified as UK Braille Grade 1
UK Contracted Braille
With some letter combinations. Was formerly identified as UK Braille Grade 2
US Braille
For US Braille, prefer codes B704 and B705 as appropriate
US Uncontracted Braille
US Contracted Braille
Unified English Braille
For UEB, prefer codes B708 and B709 as appropriate
Moon
Moon embossed alphabet, used by some print-impaired readers who have difficulties with Braille
Unified English Uncontracted Braille
Unified English Contracted Braille
Tactile images
Eg charts, diagrams, maps, that are embossed or textured for accessibility purposes
Lenticular images
Image-changing effect, ‘3D’ images, ‘tilt cards’, printed with tiny lenses
Anaglyph images
Stereoscopic 3D effect (eg of images) as viewed through red/green filters
Raised 3D relief
Physical 3D relief (eg of a map, globe) reflects height of terrain etc
Real Video format
Proprietary RealNetworks format. Includes Real Video packaged within a .rm RealMedia container
Quicktime format
AVI format
Windows Media Video format
MPEG-4
MS-DOS
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; note that more detail of operating system requirements can be given in a Product Form Feature composite
Windows
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
Macintosh
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
UNIX / LINUX
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
Other operating system(s)
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
Palm OS
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
Windows Mobile
Use with an applicable Product Form code D*; see note on D201
Microsoft XBox
Use with Product Form code DB or DI as applicable
Nintendo Gameboy Color
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Nintendo Gameboy Advanced
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Nintendo Gameboy
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Nintendo Gamecube
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Nintendo 64
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Sega Dreamcast
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Sega Genesis/Megadrive
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Sega Saturn
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Sony PlayStation 1
Use with Product Form code DB as applicable
Sony PlayStation 2
Use with Product Form code DB or DI as applicable
Nintendo Dual Screen
Use with Product Form code DE as applicable
Sony PlayStation 3
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable
Microsoft Xbox 360
Use with Product Form code DB, DI or VN as applicable
Nintendo Wii
Use with Product Form code DA or E* as applicable
Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP)
Use with Product Form code DL or VL as applicable
Sony PlayStation 3
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable. Deprecated – use D313
Sony PlayStation 4
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable
Sony PlayStation Vita
Use with Product Form code DA or E* as applicable
Microsoft Xbox One
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable
Nintendo Switch
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Nintendo Wii U
Use with Product Form code DE or DB as applicable
Sony PlayStation 5
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable
Microsoft Xbox Series X / S
Use with Product Form code DB, DI, DO or E* as applicable
Other
No code allocated for this e-publication format yet
EPUB
The Open Publication Structure / OPS Container Format standard of the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) [File extension .epub]
OEB
The Open EBook format of the IDPF, a predecessor of the full EPUB format, still (2008) supported as part of the latter [File extension .opf]. Includes EPUB format up to and including version 2 – but prefer code E101 for EPUB 2, and always use code E101 for EPUB 3
DOC
Microsoft Word binary document format [File extension .doc]
DOCX
Office Open XML / Microsoft Word XML document format (ISO/IEC 29500:2008) [File extension .docx]
HTML
HyperText Mark-up Language [File extension .html, .htm]
ODF
Open Document Format [File extension .odt]
PDF
Portable Document Format (ISO 32000-1:2008) [File extension .pdf]
PDF/A
PDF archiving format defined by ISO 19005-1:2005 [File extension .pdf]
RTF
Rich Text Format [File extension .rtf]
SGML
Standard Generalized Mark-up Language
TCR
A compressed text format mainly used on Psion handheld devices [File extension .tcr]
TXT
Text file format [File extension .txt]. Typically ASCII or Unicode UTF-8/16
XHTML
Extensible Hypertext Markup Language [File extension .xhtml, .xht, .xml, .html, .htm]
zTXT
A compressed text format mainly used on Palm handheld devices [File extension .pdb – see also E121, E125, E130]
XPS
XML Paper Specification format [File extension .xps]
Amazon Kindle
A format proprietary to Amazon for use with its Kindle reading devices or software readers [File extensions .azw, .mobi, .prc etc]. Prefer code E148 for Print Replica files
BBeB
A Sony proprietary format for use with the Sony Reader and LIBRIé reading devices [File extension .lrf]
DXReader
A proprietary format for use with DXReader software
EBL
A format proprietary to the Ebook Library service
Ebrary
A format proprietary to the Ebrary service
eReader
A proprietary format for use with eReader (AKA ‘Palm Reader’) software on various hardware platforms [File extension .pdb – see also E114, E125, E130]
Exebook
A proprietary format with its own reading system for Windows platforms [File extension .exe]
Franklin eBookman
A proprietary format for use with the Franklin eBookman reader
Gemstar Rocketbook
A proprietary format for use with the Gemstar Rocketbook reader [File extension .rb]
iSilo
A proprietary format for use with iSilo software on various hardware platforms [File extension .pdb – see also E114, E121, E130]
Microsoft Reader
A proprietary format for use with Microsoft Reader software on Windows and Pocket PC platforms [File extension .lit]
Mobipocket
A proprietary format for use with Mobipocket software on various hardware platforms [File extensions .mobi, .prc]. Includes Amazon Kindle formats up to and including version 7 – but prefer code E116 for version 7, and always use E116 for KF8
MyiLibrary
A format proprietary to the MyiLibrary service
NetLibrary
A format proprietary to the NetLibrary service
Plucker
A proprietary format for use with Plucker reader software on Palm and other handheld devices [File extension .pdb – see also E114, E121, E125]
VitalBook
A format proprietary to the VitalSource service
Vook
A proprietary digital product combining text and video content and available to be used online or as a downloadable application for a mobile device – see www.vook.com
Google Edition
An epublication made available by Google in association with a publisher; readable online on a browser-enabled device and offline on designated ebook readers
Book ‘app’ for iOS
Epublication packaged as application for iOS (eg Apple iPhone, iPad etc), containing both executable code and content. Use <ProductContentType> to describe content, and <ProductFormFeatureType> to list detailed technical requirements
Book ‘app’ for Android
Epublication packaged as application for Android (eg Android phone or tablet), containing both executable code and content. Use <ProductContentType> to describe content, and <ProductFormFeatureType> to list detailed technical requirements
Book ‘app’ for other operating system
Epublication packaged as application, containing both executable code and content. Use where other ‘app’ codes are not applicable. Technical requirements such as target operating system and/or device should be provided eg in <ProductFormFeatureType>. Content type (text or text plus various ‘enhancements’) may be described with <ProductContentType>
CEB
Founder Apabi’s proprietary basic e-book format
CEBX
Founder Apabi’s proprietary XML e-book format
iBook
Apple’s iBook format (a proprietary extension of EPUB), can only be read on Apple iOS devices
ePIB
Proprietary format based on EPUB used by Barnes and Noble for fixed-format e-books, readable on NOOK devices and Nook reader software
SCORM
Sharable Content Object Reference Model, standard content and packaging format for e-learning objects
EBP
E-book Plus (proprietary Norwegian e-book format)
Page Perfect
Proprietary format based on PDF used by Barnes and Noble for fixed-format e-books, readable on some NOOK devices and Nook reader software
BRF
(Braille-ready file) Electronic Braille file
Erudit
Proprietary XML format for articles, see for example https://www.cairn.info/services-aux-editeurs.php
Amazon Kindle Print Replica
A format proprietary to Amazon for use with its Kindle reading devices or software readers. Essentially a PDF embedded within a KF8 format file
Comic Book Archive
Format for comic books, consisting primarily of sequentially-named PNG or JPEG images in a zip container
Reflowable
Use this and/or code E201 when a particular e-publication type (specified using codes E100 and upwards) has both fixed format and reflowable variants, to indicate which option is included in this product
Fixed format
Use this and/or code E200 when a particular e-publication type (specified using codes E100 and upwards) has both fixed format and reflowable variants, to indicate which option is included in this product
Readable offline
All e-publication resources are included within the e-publication package
Requires network connection
E-publication requires a network connection to access some resources (eg an enhanced e-book where video clips are not stored within the e-publication package itself, but are delivered via an internet connection)
Content removed
Resources (eg images) present in other editions have been removed from this product, eg due to rights issues
Visible page numbering
(Mostly fixed-format) e-publication contains visible page numbers. Use with List 196 code 19 if numbering has a print-equivalent
No preferred page progression
For e-publications only, pages may be rendered LTR or RTL (see B606 to B609)
Landscape
Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for landscape display. Also include an indication of the optimal screen aspect ratio
Portrait
Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for portrait display. Also include an indication of the optimal screen aspect ratio
Square
Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for a square display.
Vertical scrolling
Use for fixed-format e-publications optimised for vertical scrolling display (‘webtoon format’)
5:4
(1.25:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with a 5:4 aspect ratio (eg 1280x1024 pixels etc, assuming square pixels). Note that aspect ratio codes are NOT specific to actual screen dimensions or pixel counts, but to the ratios between two dimensions or two pixel counts
4:3
(1.33:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with a 4:3 aspect ratio (eg 800x600, 1024x768, 2048x1536 pixels etc)
3:2
(1.5:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with a 3:2 aspect ratio (eg 960x640, 3072x2048 pixels etc)
16:10
(1.6:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with a 16:10 aspect ratio (eg 1440x900, 2560x1600 pixels etc)
16:9
(1.77:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with a 16:9 aspect ratio (eg 1024x576, 1920x1080, 2048x1152 pixels etc)
18:9
(2:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with an 18:9 aspect ratio (eg 2160x1080, 2880x1440 pixels etc)
21:9
(2.37:1) Use for fixed-format e-books optimised for displays with an 21:9 (or 64:27) aspect ratio (eg 3840x1644 pixels etc)
Laminated
Whole product laminated (eg laminated map, fold-out chart, wallchart, etc): use B415 for book with laminated cover
Calendar with write-in space
(de: Nutzkalendarium) Calendar or diary has spaces intended for entering birthdays, appointments, notes etc. Use with other calendar / diary type codes
Calendar without write-in space
(de: Schmuckkalendarium) Calendar or diary has no spaces intended for entering birthdays, appointments, notes etc. Use with other calendar / diary type codes
Multiple months per page
(de: Mehrmonatskalender) Calendar has multiple months (but not whole year) per page or view. Use with other calendar / diary type codes when the time period per sheet, page or view is not the expected arrangement
One month per page
(de: Monatskalender) Calendar has one month per page or view
One week per page
(de: Wochenkalender) Calendar has one week per page or view
One day per page
(de: Tageskalender) Calendar has one day per page or view
Desk calendar or diary
Large format, usually one week per page or view. Use with Product Form code PC or PF
Mini calendar or pocket diary
Small format, usually one week per page or view. Use with Product Form code PC or PF
Engagement calendar or Appointment diary
Day planner. Usually one day per page or view, with time-of-day subdivisions (rather than just days) or adequate space to add them. Use with Product Form code PC or PF
Day by day calendar
Eg tear-off calendars (one day per sheet). Use with Product Form code PC
Poster calendar
Large single-sheet calendar intended for hanging. Use with Product Form code PC or PK
Wall calendar
Large calendar usually intended for hanging from the spine, typically one page per view and one month per view, with illustrations. See also P134. Use with Product Form code PC
Perpetual calendar or diary
Usually undated. Use with Product Form code PC or PF, and can be combined with other calendar/diary type codes
Advent calendar
Use with Product Form code PC, and can be combined with other calendar/diary type codes
Bookmark calendar
Use with Product Form code PC or PT
Student or Academic calendar or diary
Mid-year diary, start and end aligned with the academic year. Use with Product Form code PC or PF, and can be combined with other calendar/diary type codes
Project calendar
Use with Product Form code PC
Almanac calendar
Use with Product Form code PC
Other calendar, diary or organiser
A calendar, diary or organiser that is not one of the types specified elsewhere: use with Product Form code PC, PF or PS
Other calendar or organiser product
A product that is associated with or ancillary to a calendar or organiser, eg a deskstand for a calendar, or an insert for an organiser: use with Product Form code PC or PS
Family planner
Wall or poster calendar with entries for each family member. Use with Product Form code PC or PK
Postcard calendar
Calendar sheets detachable (usually perforated) and intended for mailing as postcards. Use with Product Form code PC
Blank calendar
Wall calendar without illustrations, usually one page per month, intended to be used by adding your own images (de: Bastelkalender). Use with Product Form code PC
Panoramic calendar
Very large wall calendar intended for hanging, usually one page per month, wide landscape orientation, with illustrations. Use with Product Form code PC
Columnar calendar
Very large wall calendar intended for hanging, usually one page per month, narrow portrait orientation, with illustrations. Use with Product Form code PC
Square calendar
(de: Broschurkalender) Wall calendar, usually intended for hanging from a page edge, typically two pages per view and one month per view, with illustrations. See also P106. Use with Product Form code PC
Picture story cards
Kamishibai / Cantastoria cards
Flash cards
For use to specify letter, word, image (etc) recognition cards for teaching reading or other classroom use. Use with Product form code PD
Reference cards
Quick reference cards, revision cards, recipe cards etc. Use with Product form code PD
Recreation cards
For use to specify cards and card decks for gaming, collecting and trading etc. Use also for divination cards. Use with Product form codes PD
Postcards
And postcard packs / books. Use with Product form code PJ
Greeting cards
And greeting card packs. Use with Product form code PJ
Gift cards
Physical cards which carry an intrinsic value, or which are intended to have value added to them, that may be redeemed later. For example book token cards, gift cards. Note value additions and redemption may be in a physical store or online
Certificate cards
Blank certificate, award or achivement cards, Use with Product form code PD
Hardback (stationery)
Stationery item in hardback book format
Paperback / softback (stationery)
Stationery item in paperback/softback book format
Spiral bound (stationery)
Stationery item in spiral-bound book format
Leather / fine binding (stationery)
Stationery item in leather-bound book format, or other fine binding
With hanging strips
For wall map, poster, wallchart etc
Single-sided
Content is printed single-sided (for wallcharts and hanging maps, calendars, etc)
Double-sided
Content is printed double-sided (for wallcharts and hanging maps, calendars, etc, where double-sided may not always be expected)
PAL
SD TV standard for video or DVD
NTSC
SD TV standard for video or DVD
SECAM
SD TV standard for video or DVD
HD
Up to 2K resolution (1920 or 2048 pixels wide) eg for Blu-Ray
UHD
Up to 4K resolution (3840 or 4096 pixels wide) eg for Ultra HD Blu-Ray
3D video
Eg for Blu-ray 3D
Closed captions
Or subtitles
Open captions
‘Burnt-in’ or hard captions or subtitles
Home use
Licensed for use in domestic contexts only
Classroom use
Licensed for use in education
Wooden
Primary material composition (eg of kit or puzzle pieces, of gameplay tokens or tiles) is wood or has wooden pieces/parts
Plastic
Plastic or plastic pieces/parts
Board
Card or board pieces/parts
3D puzzle
Puzzle assembles into a 3D object
Noisy kit / puzzle / toy
Toy makes a noise. See B208 for noisy books
Puppet
Including finger / hand puppets, marionettes
Extra large pieces
Designed and sized for the very young, or those with visual impairments, limited motor skills, dementia etc
Operating system
Android
An Open Source mobile device operating system originally developed by Google and supported by the Open Handset Alliance
BlackBerry OS
A proprietary operating system supplied by Research In Motion for its BlackBerry handheld devices
iOS
A proprietary operating system based on Mac OS X supplied by Apple for its iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch handheld devices
Linux
An operating system based on the Linux kernel
Mac OS
Proprietary ‘Classic’ operating system supplied by Apple on Macintosh computers up to 2002. Deprecated – use code 13 for all Mac OS versions
Mac OS X
Proprietary ‘OS X’ operating system supplied by Apple on Macintosh computers from 2001/2002. Deprecated – use code 13 for all Mac OS versions
Palm OS
A proprietary operating system (AKA Garnet OS) originally developed for handheld devices
webOS
A proprietry Linux-based operating system for handheld devices, originally developed by Palm (now owned by LG)
Symbian
An operating system for hand-held devices, originally developed as a proprietary system, but planned to become wholly Open Source by 2010
Windows
A proprietary operating system supplied by Microsoft
Windows CE
A proprietary operating system (AKA Windows Embedded Compact, WinCE) supplied by Microsoft for small-scale devices
Windows Mobile
A proprietary operating system supplied by Microsoft for mobile devices
Mac OS
A proprietary operating system supplied by Apple on Macintosh computers
Windows Phone 7
A proprietary operating system supplied by Microsoft for mobile devices, successor to Windows Mobile
Person / organization date role
Date of birth
Date of death
Flourished around
(‘Floruit’). To date the height of or most productive period during a career
Supporting resource file format
MP3
MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer III file
WAV
Waveform Audio file
Real Audio
Proprietary RealNetworks format
WMA
Windows Media Audio format
AAC
Advanced Audio Coding format
Ogg/Vorbis
Vorbis audio format in the Ogg container
AIFF
Audio Interchange File format
Real Video
Proprietary RealNetworks format. Includes Real Video packaged within a .rm RealMedia container
Quicktime
Quicktime container format (.mov)
AVI
Audio Video Interleave format
WMV
Windows Media Video format
MPEG-4
MPEG-4 container format (.mp4, .m4a)
FLV
Flash Video (.flv, .f4v)
SWF
ShockWave (.swf)
3GP
3GPP container format (.3gp, .3g2)
WebM
WebM container format (includes .mkv)
PDF
Portable Document File (single page image)
GIF
Graphic Interchange File format
JPEG
Joint Photographic Experts Group format
PNG
Portable Network Graphics format
TIFF
Tagged Image File format
BMP
Windows Bitmap format
JP2
JPEG 2000, improved Joint Photographic Experts Group format
PSD
Adobe Photoshop native file format, PSD or PSB
EPS
Image as Postscript or Encapsulated Postscript file (.ps or .eps)
EPUB
The Open Publication Structure / OPS Container Format standard of the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF) [File extension .epub]
HTML
HyperText Mark-up Language [File extension .html, .htm]
PDF
Portable Document Format (ISO 32000-1:2008) [File extension .pdf]
TXT
Plain text (either ASCII or UTF-8/16 Unicode)
XHTML
Extensible Hypertext Markup Language [File extension .xhtml, .xht, .xml, .html, .htm]
XPS
XML Paper Specification
Amazon Kindle
A format proprietary to Amazon for use with its Kindle reading devices or software readers [File extensions .azw, .mobi, .prc]
CEB
Founder Apabi’s proprietary basic e-book format
CEBX
Founder Apabi’s proprietary XML e-book format
Price code type
Proprietary
A publisher or retailer’s proprietary code list as specified in <PriceCodeTypeName> which identifies particular codes with particular price points, price tiers or bands
Finnish Pocket Book price code
Price Code scheme for Finnish Pocket Books (Pokkareiden hintaryhmä). Price codes expressed as letters A–J in <PriceCode>
Finnish Miki Book price code
Price Code scheme for Finnish Miki Books (Miki-kirjojen hintaryhmä). Price codes expressed as an integer 1–n in <PriceCode>
EU Toy Safety Directive hazard warning type
No warning
Use to provide positive indication that no warnings are applicable
Carries ‘CE’ logo
Carries minimum age warning
Use to specify age (in years, or years and months). Provide specific wording in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>
Carries EU Toy Safety Directive ‘Unsuitable for children ages 0–3’ warning logo
Carries logo, and must be accompanied by the default warning ‘Not suitable for children under 36 months’ (or its approved equivalent in a language other than English, as appropriate), unless specific wording is provided in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. If specific alternative wording is carried in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>, this must be used in place of the default text
Carries EU Toy Safety Directive hazard warning
Exact text of warning must be included in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>
Carries other text associated with toy safety
Exact text (not in itself a warning) must be included in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. May be used either without any warning, or as text additional to a warning. Note that if no warnings apply, code 00 can provide positive indication of this. Example uses: ‘Suitable for all ages’ or ‘Adult supervision required’
Material Safety Data Sheet available
Material Safety Data Sheet (a document required by the EU Toy Safety Directive) available online, typically as a PDF file or similar. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must carry the URL of the document
Declaration of Conformity available
Declaration of Conformity (the document that backs up the CE or CA mark) available online, typically as a PDF file or similar. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must carry the URL of the document
Carries EN71 conformity statement
If specific alternative wording is carried in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>, this must be used in place of the default ‘Conforms to EN71’ text
Carries ‘UKCA’ logo
UK Conformity Assessment mark. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
E-publication Accessibility Details
Accessibility summary
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> contains a short explanatory summary of the accessibility of the product, or the URL of a web page comprising such a summary, consistent with the more specific conformance, feature and certification details provided. The summary should note both the accessibility features provided and any potential deficiencies. The summary does not remove the requirement for full structured accessibility data, but should be considered a fall-back option if more structured detail cannot be provided or used. Further detailed information may be provided in an external file using codes 94–96. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
LIA Compliance Scheme
EPUB Accessibility Specification 1.0 A
Conforms with the requirements of EPUB Accessibility Spec 1.0 and WCAG level A. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry a URL linking to a compliance report or certification provided by an independent third party certifier. In the absence of a URL, conformance with the requirements of the Accessibility Specification is self-certified by the publisher
EPUB Accessibility Specification 1.0 AA
Conforms with the requirements of EPUB Accessibility Spec 1.0 and WCAG level AA. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry a URL linking to a compliance report or certification provided by an independent third party certifier. In the absence of a URL, conformance with the requirements of the Accessibility Specification is self-certified by the publisher
Epub Accessibility Specification 1.1
Conforms with the requirements of EPUB Accessibility Spec v1.1 – see https://www.w3.org/TR/epub-a11y-11/. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry a URL linking to a compliance report or certification provided by an independent third-party certifier. In the absence of a URL, conformance with the requirements of the Accessibility Specification is self- certified by the publisher. Use with other List 196 codes to indicate WCAG version and level, ARIA inclusion. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
PDF/UA
Conforms with the requirements of ISO 32000-1:2008 plus ISO 14289-1:2014 – Portable Document Format for Universal Accessibility, for example, all content is tagged in logical reading order and correctly represents the document’s semantic structure. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unknown accessibility
Product has not yet been assessed for accessibility, or no or insufficient accessibility information is provided. It should be treated as likely to be inaccessible (and also may not have been checked for hazards). <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry details of why the accessibility of the title is unknown. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Inaccessible, or known limited accessibility
Known to lack significant features required for broad accessibility. Details of and reasons for limitations on accessibility can be given in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
No reading system accessibility options actively disabled (except)
No accessibility features or content rendering options offered by the reading system, device or reading software (including but not limited to the ability to modify or choose text size or typeface, word and line spacing, zoom level, text or background color, or use of text-to-speech) are limited, disabled, overridden or otherwise unusable with the product EXCEPT – in ONIX 3 messages only – those specifically noted as subject to restriction or prohibition in <EpubUsageConstraint>. Note that provision of any significant part of the textual content as images (ie as pictures of text, rather than as ‘text-as-text’, and without any textual equivalent) or the application of some technical protection measures (DRM), inevitably prevents full use of these accessibility options. Code 10 means ‘this e-publication is accessible to the full extent that the file format and types of content allow, on a specific reading device, by default, without necessarily inluding any additions such as textual descriptions of images or enhanced navigation. Note that for reflowable e-books, this means code 36 also applies, although code 10 can also be used with accessible non-reflowable (fixed-format) e-publications and with audio material. Should be used with other codes that describe any additions to enhance the level of accessibility
Table of contents navigation
Table of contents allows direct (eg hyperlinked) access to all levels of text organization above individual paragraphs (eg to all sections and subsections) and to all tables, figures, illustrations etc. Non-textual items such as illustrations, tables, audio or video content may be directly accessible from the Table of contents, or from a similar List of illustrations, List of tables, etc
Index navigation
Index provides direct (eg hyperlinked) access to uses of the index terms in the document body
Single logical reading order
All or substantially all textual matter is arranged in a single logical reading order (including text that is visually presented as separate from the main text flow, eg in boxouts, captions, tables, footnotes, endnotes, citations, etc). Non-textual content is also linked from within this logical reading order. (Purely decorative non-text content can be ignored). All or substantially all audio content should also have a single logical ‘reading order’, which is the order the content should be presented to the listener
Short alternative textual descriptions
All or substantially all non-text content has short alternative (textual) descriptions, usually provided via alt attributes. Note this applies to normal images (eg photographs, charts and diagrams) and also to any embedded audio, video etc. Audio and video content should include alternative descriptions suitable for hearing-impaired as well as for visually-impaired readers. (Purely decorative non-text content can be ignored, but the accessibility of resources delivered via a network connection rather than as part of the e-publication package must be included)
Full alternative textual descriptions
All or substantially all non-text content has full alternative (textual) descriptions. Note this applies to normal images (eg photographs, charts and diagrams) and also to any embedded audio, video etc. Audio and video content should include full alternative descriptions (eg audio-described video) and transcript, subtitles or captions (whether closed or open) suitable for hearing-impaired as well as for visually-impaired readers. (Purely decorative non-text content can be ignored, but the accessibility of resources delivered via a network connection rather than as part of the e-publication package must be included)
Visualised data also available as non-graphical data
Where data visualisations are provided (eg graphs and charts), the underlying data is also available in non-graphical (usually tabular, textual) form
Accessible math content as MathML
Mathematical content such as equations is usable with assistive technology, through use of MathML. Semantic MathML is preferred but Presentational MathML is acceptable
Accessible chemistry content as ChemML
Chemistry content such as chemical formulae is usable with assistive technology, through use of ChemML
Print-equivalent page numbering
For a reflowable e-publication, contains references to the page numbering of an equivalent printed product. Use <RelatedProduct> with relation code 13 to specify an identifier for the source of the page numbers
Synchronised pre-recorded audio
Text-synchronised pre-recorded audio narration (natural or synthesised voice) is included for substantially all textual matter, including all alternative descriptions, eg via a SMIL media overlay
Text-to-speech hinting provided
Text-to-speech has been optimised through provision of PLS lexicons, SSML or CSS Speech synthesis hints or other speech synthesis markup languages or hinting
Language tagging provided
The language of the text has been specified (eg via the HTML or XML lang attribute) to optimise text-to-speech (and other alternative renderings), both at whole document level and, where appropriate, for individual words, phrases or passages in a different language
Dyslexia readability
Specialised font, character and/or line spacing, justification and paragraph spacing, coloring and other options provided specifically to improve readability for dyslexic readers. Details, including the name of the font if relevant, should be listed in <ProductFormFeatureDescription>. Use with <EditionType> code HRE as appropriate
Use of color is not sole means of conveying information
For readers with color vision deficiency, use of color (eg in diagrams, graphs and charts, in prompts or on buttons inviting a response) is not the sole means of graphical distinction or of conveying information. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Use of high contrast between text and background color
Body text is presented with a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 (or 3:1 for large/heading text). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Use of high contrast between foreground and background audio
Foreground audio content (eg voice) is presented with no or low background noise (eg ambient sounds, music), at least 20dB below the level of the foreground, or background noise can be switched off (eg via an alternative audio track). Brief and occasional sound effects may be as loud as foreground voice so long as they are isolated from the foreground. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Full alternative audio descriptions
All or substantially all non-text content has full alternative descriptions as pre-recorded audio. Note this applies to normal images (eg photographs, charts and diagrams) and also to any embedded video etc. Video content should include full alternative descriptions (eg audio-described video) and transcript, subtitles or captions (whether closed or open) suitable for hearing-impaired as well as for visually-impaired readers. (Purely decorative non-text content can be ignored, but the accessibility of resources delivered via a network connection rather than as part of the e-publication package must be included). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Next / Previous structural navigation
All levels of heading and other structural elements of the content are correctly marked up and (if applicable) numbered, to enable fast next heading / previous heading, next chapter / previous chapter navigation without returning to the table of contents. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
ARIA roles provided
Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) roles are used to organize and improve the structural or landmark navigation of the publication (eg to identify key sections of the content and the purpose of hyperlinks). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Accessible controls provided
Where interactive content is included in the product, controls are labelled to make their use clear. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Landmark navigation
E-publication includes basic landmark navigation (usually less detailed than TOC-based navigation). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Accessible chemistry content (as MathML)
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Accessible math content (as LaTeX)
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
All textual content can be modified
E-publication does not restrict the ability of users to modify and reflow the display of any textual content to the full extent allowed by the reading system (eg to change the text size or typeface, line height and word spacing, colors). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later. Compare with code 10 which applies to a broader range of content types
Use of ultra-high contrast between text foreground and background
Body text is presented with a contrast ratio of at least 7:1 (or 4.5:1 for large/heading text). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Unusual words or abbreviations explained
E-publication provides explanations for unusual words, abbreviations, acronyms, idioms, jargon in an accessible form, such as glossaries, scripted pop-ups. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Supplementary material to an audiobook is accessible
All supplementary visual or textual material necessary for understanding of an audiobook, is available as pre-recorded audio, or has full alternative text that can be read via text-to- speech. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Link purposes clear
Where links are included in the product, the purpose or functionality of each link is apparent from the link text alone – or where it is unclear, separate link descriptions provided). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
All non-decorative content supports reading via pre-recorded audio
All contents of the digital publication necessary to use and understanding, including any text, images (via alternative descriptions), video (via audio description) is fully accessible via suitable audio reproduction. The entire publication can be navigated and ‘read’ using only pre-recorded sound, and does not require visual or tactile perception. NB this implies that all <ProductContent> types listed can be accessed without sight. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
All non-decorative content supports reading without sight
Sometimes termed ‘screen reader-friendly’, and fully supports multiple forms of non-visual reading. All contents of the digital publication necessary to use and understanding, including text, images (via their alternative descriptions), audio and video material (via their transcripts, descriptions, captions or subtitles) are fully accessible via suitable reading devices, for example text-to-speech screen readers or tactile reading devices (‘Braille displays’), and nothing in the digital publication prevents or blocks the use of alternative reading modes. The entire publication can be navigated and ‘read’ using only text rendered via sound or touch, and does not require visual perception. NB this implies that all <ProductContent> types listed can be accessed without sight. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
EEA Exception 1 – Micro-enterprises
Digital product falls under European Accessibility Act exception for Micro-enterprises (as defined by current regulations). The product may not have to comply with requirements of the EAA if the publisher is a micro-enterprise. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry details justifying the exception claim. Use for example with code 09. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
EAA exception 2 – Disproportionate burden
Digital product falls under European Accessibility Act exception for Disproportionate burden (as defined by current regulations). The product may not have to comply with requirements of the EAA if doing so would financially overburden the publisher. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry details justifying the exception claim. Use for example with code 09. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
EAA exception 3 – Fundamental modification
Digital product falls under European Accessibility Act exception for Fundamental modification (as defined by current regulations). The product may not have to comply with requirements of the EAA if doing so requires a fundamental modification of the nature of the product or service. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry details justifying the exception claim. Use for example with code 09. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG v2.0
Conforms with the requirements of WCAG version 2.0 – see https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry a URL linking to a compliance report or certification provided by an independent third-party certifier. In the absence of a URL, conformance with the requirements of the Specification is self-certified by the publisher. Should be used in combination with code 04. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG v2.1
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG v2.2
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG level A
Conforms with the requirements of WCAG level A. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may carry a URL linking to a compliance report or certification provided by an independent third-party certifier. In the absence of a URL, conformance with the requirements of the Specification is self-certified by the publisher. Should be used in combination with code 04. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG level AA
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
WCAG level AAA
Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Latest accessibility assessment date
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> contains a date in the YYYYMMDD format of the latest assessment or re-assessment of the accessibility of the product. (Note that changes to or re-confirmation of individual accessibility features, standards conformance or certification may be highlighted with a timestamp attribute on the relevant repeat of <ProductFormFeature>). Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Accessibility addendum
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> contains a short addendum to the accessibility detail of the product, or the URL of a web page comprising such an addendum, providing further details of the specific conformance and features derails provided. The addendum should be considered additional to the more structured data. A complete Accessibility summary (including information that is duplicated in the structured data) should be provided using code 00. Further detailed information may be provided in an external file using codes 94–96. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Compliance certification by
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the URL of a web page belonging to an organization responsible for compliance testing and certification of the product – typically a ‘home page’ or a page describing the certification scheme itself. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Compliance web page for detailed accessibility information
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the URL of a web page giving further detailed description of the accessibility features, compatibility, testing, certification etc relevant to this product. The web page should be maintained by an independent compliance scheme or testing organization
Trusted intermediary’s web page for detailed accessibility information
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the URL of a web page giving further detailed description of the accessibility features, compatibility, testing etc relevant to this product. The web page should be provided by a trusted intermediary or third party nominated by the publisher
Publisher’s web page for detailed accessibility information
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the URL of a web page giving further detailed description of the accessibility features, compatibility, testing etc relevant to this product. The web page should be provided by the publisher
Compatibility tested
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the URL of a web page giving a short description of compatibility testing carried out for this product, including detailed compatibility with various assistive technology such as third-party screen-reading software. See also code 00 for a summary of the accessibility features of the product itself
Trusted Intermediary contact
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the e-mail address for a contact at a ‘trusted intermediary’, to whom detailed questions about accessibility for this product may be directed
Publisher contact for further accessibility information
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> carries the e-mail address for a contact at the publisher to whom detailed questions about accessibility of this product may be directed
Collection sequence type
Proprietary
A short explanatory label for the sequence should be provided in <CollectionSequenceTypeName>
Title order
Order as specified by the title, eg by volume or part number sequence, provided for confirmation
Publication order
Order of publication of products within the collection
Temporal/narrative order
Order defined by a continuing narrative or temporal sequence within products in the collection. Applicable to either fiction or to non-fiction (eg within a collection of history textbooks)
Original publication order
Original publication order, for a republished collection or collected works originally published outside a collection
Suggested reading order
Where it is different from the title order, publication order, narrative order etc
Suggested display order
Where it is different from the title order, publication order, narrative order, reading order etc
Product contact role
Metadata contact
For queries and feedback concerning the metadata record itself
Accessibility request contact
Eg for requests for supply of mutable digital files for conversion to other formats
Promotional contact
Eg for requests relating to interviews, author events
Advertising contact
Eg for co-op advertising
Review copy contact
Eg for requests for review copies
Evaluation copy contact
Eg for requests for approval or evaluation copies (particularly within education)
Permissions contact
Eg for requests to reproduce or repurpose parts of the publication
Return authorisation contact
Eg for use where authorisation must be gained from the publisher rather than the distributor or wholesaler
CIP / Legal deposit contact
Eg for legal deposit or long-term preservation
Rights and licensing contact
Eg for subrights licensing, collective licensing
ONIX Adult Audience rating
Unrated
Any adult audience
The publisher states that the product is suitable for any adult audience
Content warning
The publisher warns the content may offend parts of the adult audience (for any reason).
Content warning (sex)
The publisher warns the product includes content of an explicit sexual nature
Content warning (violence)
The publisher warns the product includes content of an extreme violent nature
Content warning (drug-taking)
The publisher warns the product includes content involving severe misuse of drugs
Content warning (language)
The publisher warns the product includes extreme / offensive / explicit language
Content warning (intolerance)
The publisher warns the product includes content involving severe intolerance or abuse of particular groups (eg religious, ethnic, racial, gendered and other social groups)
Content warning (abuse)
The publisher warns the product includes content involving sexual or extreme domestic abuse (including both mental and physical abuse)
Content warning (self-harm)
The publisher warns the product includes content involving severe self-harm (including serious eating disorders)
Content warning (animal cruelty)
The publisher warns the product includes content involving extreme cruelty to animals
ONIX Returns conditions
Unspecified
Unspecified, contact supplier for details
Consignment
The retailer pays for goods only after they are sold by the retailer to an end consumer, and may return excess unsold inventory to the supplier at any time. The goods remain the property of the supplier until they are paid for, even while they are physically located at the retailer
Firm sale
The retailer is invoiced for the goods immediately (or upon dispatch) and pays within the specified credit period, as in the sale or return model, but any excess unsold inventory cannot be returned to the supplier
Sale or return
Contact supplier for applicable returns authorization process. The retailer is invoiced for the goods immediately (or upon dispatch) and pays within the specified credit period, but can return excess unsold inventory to the supplier for full credit at a later date. Some kind of returns authorisation process is normally required. Returns must be in saleable conditon, except when return of stripped covers or proof of destruction may be allowed instead. For more detail, use codes 05, 06 or 07
Direct fulfillment
The retailer pays for goods only after they are sold by the retailer to an end consumer, but all inventory remains physically located at the supplier (thus there can be no retailer returns of unsold inventory). When ordered by the retailer, the goods are delivered direct to the end consumer
Sale or return of saleable copies
Contact supplier for applicable returns authorization process. As for code 03, but only returns of saleable copies will be accepted. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sale or return of stripped covers
Contact supplier for applicable cover returns authorization process. As for code 03, but only returns of stripped covers will be accepted. An additional barcode will likely be required on cover 2 (inside front cover) to facilitate scanning of returned covers. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Sale or certified destruction
Contact supplier for applicable destruction certification process. As for code 03, but only certified destruction will be accepted. Only for use in ONIX 3.0 or later
Proximity
Less than
Not more than
Exactly
The supplier’s true figure, or at least a best estimate expected to be within 10% of the true figure (ie a quoted figure of 100 could in fact be anything between 91 and 111)
Approximately
Generally interpreted as within 25% of the true figure (ie a quoted figure of 100 could in fact be anything between 80 and 133). The supplier may introduce a deliberate approximation to reduce the commercial sensitivity of the figure
About
Generally interpreted as within a factor of two of the true figure (ie a quoted figure of 100 could in fact be anything between 50 and 200). The supplier may introduce a deliberate approximation to reduce the commercial sensitivity of the figure
Not less than
More than
Velocity metric
Mean daily sale
Typically measured over most recent 1 month period
Maximum daily sale
Typically measured over most recent 1 month period
Minimum daily sale
Typically measured over most recent 1 month period
Mean weekly sale
Typically measured over most recent rolling 12 week period
Maximum weekly sale
Typically measured over most recent rolling 12 week period
Minimum weekly sale
Typically measured over most recent rolling 12 week period
Mean monthly sale
Typically measured over most recent rolling 6 month period
Maximum monthly sale
Typically measured over the most recent rolling 6 month period
Minimum monthly sale
Typically measured over the most recent rolling 6 month period
Price identifier type
Proprietary
Note that <IDTypeName> is required for proprietary identifiers
Proprietary price point identifier
Proprietary identifier uniquely identifies price amount and currency. Two unrelated products with the same price amount carry the same identifier, though their price types may be different
Proprietary price type identifier
Proprietary identifier uniquely identifies price type, qualifier and any constraints and conditions. Two unrelated products with the same price type carry the same identifier, though their price points may be different
Proprietary price point and type identifier
Proprietary identifier identifies a unique combination of price point and type, though two unrelated products may carry the same identifier if all details of their prices are identical
Proprietary unique price identifier
Proprietary identifier is unique to a single price point, price type and product. No two products can carry the same identifier, even if all details of their prices are identical
Proprietary product price point identifier
Proprietary identifier uniquely identifies a specific combination of product, price amount and currency, independent of the price type
Proprietary product price type identifier
Proprietary identifier uniquely identifies a specific combination of product, price type, qualifier and any constraints and conditions, independent of the price amount and currency. A product with the same product price type identififer may carry differing price amounts, currencies at different points in time
License expression type
Human readable
Document (eg Word file, PDF or web page) Intended for the lay reader
Professional readable
Document (eg Word file, PDF or web page) Intended for the legal specialist reader
ONIX-PL
Rights type
Copyright
Text or image copyright (normally indicated by the © symbol). The default if no <CopyrightType> is specified
Phonogram right
Phonogram copyright or neighbouring right (normally indicated by the ℗ symbol)
Database right
Sui generis database right
E-publication version number
EPUB 2.0.1
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> codes E101 or E102
EPUB 3.0
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E101
EPUB 3.0.1
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E101
EPUB 3.1
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E101
EPUB 3.2
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E101
EPUB 3.3
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E101
Kindle mobi 7
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> codes E116 or E127
Kindle KF8
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E116
Kindle KFX
Use only with <ProductFormDetail> code E116
Message status
Message received
Message received but not yet parsed (Acknowledgement must contain neither <MessageStatusDetail> nor <RecordStatusSummary>, and should include <NoProduct/>). There is no particular implication that the acknowledgement message is valid – the status is based solely on receipt of a file and minimal parsing of the original ONIX message header to ascertain <MessageNumber> etc. The Acknowledgement message MAY give a date when parsing is planned
Message rejected
Entire original ONIX message rejected (ie NONE of the data records have been ingested). The status of any recognisable records MAY be summarised in the remainder of the Acknowledgement Message
Message part-processed
Original ONIX message partially parsed (ie at least SOME of the data records have been ingested, in whole or in part). Records processed to date MUST be summarised in the remainder of the Acknowledgement Message
Message processed
Original ONIX message parsed and processed in full, and at least SOME of the data records have been ingested, in whole or in part), Results MUST be summarised in the remainder of the Acknowledgement Message
Message status date role
Ingest date
Expected or actual date of processing and ingestion of data to recipient’s system
Export date
Expected or actual date for data to be available from the recipient’s system to downstream supply chain partners (or where the recipient is a retailer, to consumers)
Status detail code type
Proprietary
ONIX Status detail code
Status detail code is taken from List 225
Status detail type severity
Unclassifiable
Use ONLY if the message severity cannot be determined (eg with a legacy system unable to provide detailed error codes)
Info
For information only, provided to encourage the ONIX data supplier to improve the quality of their data (eg provision of a non-mandatory data element that is currently missing, better conformity with best practice, etc)
Query
Request for clarification or further detail of the meaning of the data provided
Warning
The ONIX data has been accepted as provided, but there may be issues in the way it is supplied
Error
Some data in an ONIX data element or message structure caused an error due to not meeting the requirements of the standard. The data in question has been rejected, but processing of the remaining elements in the record (or the remain records in the message, if used within <MessageStatusDetail>) has continued
Fatal error
Some data in an ONIX data element or message structure caused an unrecoverable error due to not meeting the requirements of the standard. The entire ONIX record has been rejected (or the entire message, if used within <MessageStatusDetail>)
Message / Record status detail
Unknown error
Unknown warning
Record status
No record errors
Entire record parsed and ingested without errors, record may have a Product record in the Acknowledgement which itself may have a <RecordStatusNote> or <RecordStatusDetail> to convey information, editorial queries or warnings
No record errors – errors in collateral
Entire record parsed and ingested without errors, record MUST have a Product record in the Acknowledgement with a <RecordStatusNote> or at least one <RecordStatusDetail> to convey errors in associated media files (and possibly supplementary editorial queries)
Record with errors
Record parsed and ingested with errors, record MUST have a Product record in the Acknowledgement with a <RecordStatusNote> or at least one <RecordStatusDetail> to convey errors (and possibly supplementary information, editorial queries or warnings). At least SOME of the data in the original Product record has been ingested. There may also be errors in associated media files
Record rejected
Entire record rejected, record MUST have a Product record in the Acknowedgemet, with a <RecordStatusNote> or at least one <RecordStatusDetail> to convey errors (and possibly supplementary information, editorial queries or warnings). NONE of the data in the original Product record has been ingested
Reported previously
Record status reported in an earlier Acknowledgement message, based on partial processing of ONIX message. The record MUST NOT have a Product record in this Acknowledgement. Code not valid in <RecordStatusDetail>
Chinese School Grade
Preschool
Typical age less than 3
Kindergarten
Typical age 3–5
Primary school First grade
Typical age 6
Primary school Second grade
Typical age 7
Primary school Third grade
Typical age 8
Primary school Fourth grade
Typical age 9
Primary school Fifth grade
Typical age 10
Primary school Sixth grade
Typical age 11
Junior secondary school Seventh grade
Typical age 12
Junior secondary school Eighth grade
Typical age 13
Junior secondary school Ninth grade
Typical age 14
Senior secondary school Tenth grade
Typical age 15
Senior secondary school Eleventh grade
Typical age 16
Senior secondary school Twelfth grade
Typical age 17
University first year
Typical age 18
University second year
Typical age 19
University third year
Typical age 20
University fourth year
Typical age 21
Graduate level
Typical age 22+
Grant identifier type
Proprietary
Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
Gender – based on ISO 5218
Unknown or unspecified
Provides positive indication that the gender is not known or is not specified by the sender for any reason
Female
Male
Price constraint type
No price-specific constraints
Allows positive indication that there are no additional constraints (other than those specified in <EpubUsageConstraint>). By convention, use 01 in <PriceConstraintStatus>
Preview
Preview before purchase. Allows a retail customer, account holder or patron to view or listen to a proportion of the book before purchase. Also applies to borrowers making use of ‘acquisition on demand’ models in libraries, and to ‘subscription’ models where the purchase is made on behalf of the reader. Generally used to specify different preview percentages across different customer types
Lend
Lendable by the purchaser to other device owner, account holder or patron, eg library lending (use where the library product is not identified with a separate <ProductIdentifier> from the consumer product). The ‘primary’ copy becomes unusable while the secondary copy is on loan, unless a number of concurrent borrowers is also specified
Time-limited license
E-publication license is time-limited. Use with code 02 from List 146 and either a time period in days, weeks or months in <PriceConstraintLimit>, or a Valid until date in <PriceConstraintLimit>. The purchased copy becomes unusable when the license expires. For clarity, a perpetual license is the default, but may be specified explicitly with code 01 from list 146, or with code 02 and a limit <Quantity> of 0 days
Loan renewal
Maximum number of consecutive loans or loan extensions (eg from a library) to a single device owner, account holder or patron. Note that a limit of 1 indicates that a loan cannot be renewed or extended
Multi-user license
E-publication license is multi-user. Maximum number of concurrent users licensed to use the product should be given in <PriceConstraintLimit>. For clarity, unlimited concurrencyis the default, but may be specified explicitly with code 01 from list 146, or with code 02 and a limit <Quantity> of 0 users
Preview on premises
Preview locally before purchase. Allows a retail customer, account holder or patron to view a proportion of the book (or the whole book, if no proportion is specified) before purchase, but ONLY while located physically in the retailer’s store (eg while logged on to the store wifi). Also applies to borrowers making use of ‘acquisition on demand’ models in libraries
Brazil educational level
Educação Infantil
Preschool and kindergarten
Fundamental I 1º ano
Elementary school
Fundamental I 2º ano
Fundamental I 3º ano
Fundamental I 4º ano
Fundamental I 5º ano
Fundamental II 6º ano
Fundamental II 7º ano
Fundamental II 8º ano
Fundamental II 9º ano
Ensino Médio 1º ano
High school
Ensino Médio 2º ano
Ensino Médio 3º ano
Ensino Técnico Integrado
Technical study at High school, alongside 2nd and 3rd year
Ensino Técnico Concomitante
Technical study at separate institution in parallel with 2nd and 3rd year High school study
Ensino Técnico Subsequente
Technical study after completion of High school
Ensino pré-vestibular
University entrance
Ensino Superior Graduação Licenciatura/ Bacharelado
Undergraduate degree level
Ensino Superior Graduação Tecnologia
Ensino Superior Pós-graduação Stricto sensu
Masters and Doctoral degree level
Ensino Superior Pós-graduação Lato sensu
Professional qualifications
Supply contact role
Return authorisation contact
Eg for use where authorisation must be gained from the supplier (distributor or wholesaler)
Customer services contact
For general enquiries
AV Item type code
Audiovisual work
A complete audiovisual work which is published as a content item in a product which carries two or more such works, eg when two or three AV works are published in a single omnibus package
Front matter
Audiovisual components such as a scene index or introduction which appear before the main content of the product
Body matter
Audiovisual components such as scenes or ‘chapters’ which appear as part of the main body of the AV material in the product
End matter
Audiovisual components such as advertising which appear after the main content of the product
AV Item Identifier type
Proprietary
For example, a publisher’s own identifier. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
GTIN-13
Formerly known as the EAN-13 (unhyphenated)
DOI
Digital Object Identifier (variable length and character set beginning ‘10.’, and without https://doi.org/ or the older http://dx.doi.org/)
IMDB
Motion picture work identifier from the International Movie Database
ISRC
International Standard Recording Code, 5 alphanumeric characters plus 7 digits
ISAN
International Standard Audiovisual Number (17 or 26 characters – 16 or 24 hexadecimal digits, plus one or two alphanumeric check characters, and without spaces or hyphens)
EIDR DOI
Entertainment Identifier Registry DOI
Battery type and safety
Batteries not required
The default if battery type and safety information is omitted
Batteries built in
Batteries built in or pre-installed in product, non-user replaceable. May use <ProductFormFeatureDesciption> to provide further details
Batteries pre-installed
Batteries pre-installed, user replaceable. Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to provide further details, eg ‘2 x 1.2V LR6/AA rechargeable’, with these details formatted as [integer] x [number]V [type or descriptive text] and usually taken from the outer packaging
Batteries supplied
Batteries included with the product, but not pre-installed. Use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to provide further details, eg ‘2 x 1.2V LR6/AA rechargeable’, with these details formatted as [integer] x [number]V [type or descriptive text] and usually taken from the outer packaging
Batteries required
Batteries required for use, but not supplied with the product. May use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to provide further details, eg ‘2 x 1.2V LR6/AA rechargeable’, with these details formatted as [integer] x [number]V [type or descriptive text] and usually taken from the outer packaging
Batteries supplied spare
Spare batteries included with product, in addition to those specified using codes 02 or 03. May use <ProductFormFeatureDescription> to provide further details
Safety data sheet available
(Material) Safety Data Sheet available for the product (including its batteries). <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must be used to supply URL of documentation
Technical data sheet available
Battery manufacturer’s technical data sheet available. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must be used to supply URL of documentation
Rechargeable
Independent of whether charger is supplied as part of the product. Note that this is largely dependent on battery chemistry, but should be specified separately to avoid ambiguity
Non-rechargeable
Battery warning text
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> contains battery safety-related warning text, generally taken from the outer packaging (eg ‘Warning – internal battery: product must not be pierced’)
Battery chemistry
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> must provide details of the battery chemistry (eg ‘Sodium-Sulfur’). Use ONLY where no suitable code exists for the specific chemistry used
Lithium-ion
For all specific battery chemistries, <ProductFormFeatureDescription> may optionally describe the battery construction – for example the nunber of individual cells per battery and any other physical details, eg ‘4 x pouch cells’
Lithium-polymer
Lithium-metal
Nickel-metal hydride
Nickel-Cadmium
Zinc-Manganese dioxide
‘Alkaline battery’
Zinc-Carbon
Common ‘dry cell’ battery
Zinc-air
Silver oxide
Battery description
<ProductFormFeatureDescription> may contain a full description of the batteries supplied (chemistry, cell structure, battery size and weight, number, capacity etc). Use ONLY if the product (or a product part) contains multiple different TYPES of battery that cannot be described with existing codes (eg a mix of battery chemistries or batteries of different sizes, within a single product part)
Dangerous goods regulations
Inapplicable
The product is not classed as dangerous goods. The default if information is omitted
GHS
Indicates if the product is generally classed as a hazardous substance. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain a Hazard Class [eg “Irritant (Category 2)”] using the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_rev08/ST-SG-AC10-30-Rev8e.pdf – Annex 1 contains a list of hazard classes and categories). The text is usually available on the Safety Data Sheet, along with equivalent GHS Hazard Pictograms, and may also be on the product or packaging. Must be accompanied by a Safety Data Sheet URL (see code 06), and is usually accompanied by one or more of codes 02–05 listing the specific chemlcal hazard
Transport
Indicates the product is classed as a hazardous substance for transportation purposes. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain a ‘UN number’ (or UNID, ‘UN’ plus four digits from the list of at http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/danger/publi/unrec/English/index.pdf) specifying the specific chemical hazard, eg UN1203 is gasoline
Storage
Indicates the product is classed as a hazardous substance for storage purposes. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain a ‘UN number’ (or UNID, ‘UN’ plus four digits from the list of at http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/danger/publi/unrec/English/index.pdf) specifying the specific chemical hazard, eg UN1203 is gasoline
Waste
Indicates the product is classed as a hazardous substance for disposal purposes. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain a ‘UN number’ (or UNID, ‘UN’ plus four digits from the list of at http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/danger/publi/unrec/English/index.pdf) specifying the specific chemical hazard, eg UN1203 is gasoline
Other
Indicates the product is classed as a hazardous substance for purposes not covered by other codes. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain a ‘UN number’ (or UNID, ‘UN’ plus four digits from the list of at http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/danger/publi/unrec/English/index.pdf) specifying the specific chemical hazard, eg UN1203 is gasoline. Must be accompanied by a Safety Data Sheet URL (see code 06)
Safety data sheet available
(Material) Safety Data Sheet available for the product. <ProductFormFeatureDescription> must contain the URL of documentation
Event identifier type
Proprietary
Event type
Unspecified – see description
Book signing
Book reading
Event status
Announced
Cancelled
Abandoned after having previously been announced
Event occurrence date role
Date of occurrence
Date and (with the default dateformat) time the event occurrence begins
Date of occurrence end
Date and (with the default dateformat) time the event occurrence ends
Specification detail code
22.05kHz
44.1kHz
44,100 samples per channel per second (CD quality)
48kHz
16-bits per sample
Bit depth, 16 bits per sample (CD-quality)
24-bits per sample
ID3v1
Includes v1.1
ID3v2
Printed long grain
Grain of paper parallel to spine
Printed short grain
Grain of paper perpendicular to spine
Monochrome
Usually B/W
Printed CMYK
Printed higher-quality CMYK
Printed ‘premium’ or high-fidelity / high resolution CMYK (where different from ‘Printed CMYK’, and the manufacturer offers two quality settings)
Printed with bleed
At least some content bleeds to or beyond trimmed page edge
Specification feature type
Filename
Specification Feature Value carries the filename of the final product
Audio loudness
Specification Feature Value is the target loudness in LKFS (LUFS) used for audio normalisation – see ITU-R BS.1770
Paper type
Specification Feature Description is the paper or card type, eg Coated, uncoated
Paper weight
Specification Feature Value is the paper or card weight in GSM
Paper color
Specification Feature Value is the paper or card color code selected from List 257
Ink color(s)
Specification Feature Description lists the ink color(s) required. Do not use if mono or conventional CMYK
Special finish
Specification Feature Value lists a special finish required, from List 258
Resource identifier type
Proprietary
For example, a publisher’s internal digital asset ID. Note that <IDTypeName> is required with proprietary identifiers
ISCC
International Standard Content Code, a ‘similarity hash’ derived algorithmically from the resource content itself (see https://iscc.codes). <IDValue> is the ISCC-CODE generated from a digital manifestation of the work, as a variable-length case-insensitive alphanumeric string (or 55 characters including three hyphens if using ISCC v1.0, but this is deprecated). Note alphabetic characters in v1.x ISCCs use Base32 encoding and are conventionally upper case. The ‘ISCC:’ prefix is omitted
Resource role code
Resource file detail code
Mono
Includes ‘stereo’ where channels are identical
22.05kHz
44.1kHz
44,100 samples per channel per second (CD-quality)
48kHz
88.2kHz
96kHz
16-bits per sample
Bit depth, 16 bits per sample (CD-quality)
20-bits per sample
24-bits per sample
32-bits per sample (FP)
Stereo
Includes ‘joint stereo’
Stereo 2.1
ID3v1
Includes v1.1
ID3v2
Surround 4.1
Five-channel audio (including low-frequency channel)
Surround 5.1
Six-channel audio (including low-frequency channel)
With crop marks
Without crop marks
If page size of the resource file is not equal to final trimmed page size of the product (in <Measure>, then text or image area should be centred on final pages. Note that content may not bleed to the trimmed page edge
Monochrome
Preseparated – 2 channels
Two pages in the resource file represent a single page in the product
Preseparated – 3 channels
Preseparated – 4 channels
For example, preseparated CMYK
Composite (CMYK)
Composite (RGB)
Resource file feature type
File format
Resource File Feature Value carries a code from List 178
Filename
Resource File Feature Value carries the filename of the supporting resource, necessary only when it is different from the last part of the path provided in <ResourceFileLink>
Approximate download file size in megabytes
Resource File Feature Value carries a decimal number only, suggested no more than 2 or 3 significant digits (eg 1.7, not 1.7462 or 1.75MB)
MD5 hash value
MD5 hash value of the resource file. <ResourceFileFeatureValue> should contain the 128-bit digest value (as 32 hexadecimal digits). Can be used as a cryptographic check on the integrity of a resource after it has been retrieved
Exact download file size in bytes
Resource File Feature Value carries a integer number only (eg 1831023)
SHA-256 hash value
SHA-256 hash value of the resource file. <ResourceFileFeatureValue> should contain the 256-bit digest value (as 64 hexadecimal digits). Can be used as a cryptographic check on the integrity of a resource after it has been retrieved
Audio loudness
Resource File Feature Value is the loudness in LKFS (LUFS) used for audio normalisation – see ITU-R BS.1770
Resource file date role code
Last updated
Date when a resource was last changed or updated
Available from
Date from which a resource is available for download
Available until
Date until which a resource is available for download
Insert point type
Adjacent to logical page
Insert appears after an even numbered or before an odd numbered logical page. <InsertPointValue> is an integer page number
Adjacent to physical page
Insert appears after an even numbered or before an odd numbered printed page number. <InsertPointValue> is an integer page number
At timecode
Insert appears in the body at a specific timecode (hours, minutes, seconds, counted from the beginning of the product before any inserts are added). <InsertPointValue> is in the format HHHMMSS. Fill with leading zeroes if any elements are missing. If centisecond precision is required, use HHHMMSScc
Adjacent to HTML label
Insert appears before the block-level HTML element – <InsertPointValue> is the value of the id or name attribute of the block-level element (which must be unique within the body of the product)
Resource feature code
Image shows product in packaging
Image shows retail product only, in packaging
Image shows product (without packaging)
Image shows retail product only, without packaging
Image shows product and accessories
Image shows product (with or without packaging) and accessory items not included with product
Image shows assembled product
Image shows product in final form (eg an assembled toy or model, completed puzzle)
Image shows product in use
Image shows product in use by a person or people
Image shows multiple products
Image shows multiple copies of the product, or multiple related products
Image shows detail of product
Image shows part of product, for example inside pages of a book or detail of part of a toy
3D perspective ‘front’
Shows front cover, spine and top edge of pages (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘back’
Shows back cover, spine and top edge of pages (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘front foredge’
Shows front cover, foredge and top edge of pages (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘back foredge’
Shows back cover, foredge and top edge of pages (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘front low’
Shows front cover and spine (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘back low’
Shows back cover and spine (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘front foredge low’
Shows front cover and foredge (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘back foredge low’
Shows back cover and foredge (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
2D front
Shows front cover only (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
2D back
Shows back cover only (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
2D spine
Shows spine only (or equivalent for non-book products or packaging)
3D perspective ‘horizontal’
Product is horizontal (eg lying on table)
3D perspective ‘vertical’
Product is vertical (eg standing on table)
Paper color
Bright white
White
Off white
Cream
Special finish
Overall matt laminate
Overall gloss laminate
Collection frequency code
Unknown
Irregular
No fixed publication schedule
Biennial
Once every two years
Annual
Yearly
Biannual
Twice a year, or once per academic semester
Triannual
Three times a year, or once per academic term
Quarterly
Four times a year
Bimonthly
Six times per year
Monthly
Once every month, or approximately twelve times per year
Fortnightly
Once every two weeks, or approximately twenty five times per year
Weekly
Or approximately fifty times per year
More frequently than weekly
No future publications
Positive indication that the product is the last to be published in the collection, or that no further publications are planned
Epublication license date role
Valid from
Date on which a license becomes effective
Valid until
Date on which a license ceases to be effective
From… until date
Combines From date and Until date to define a period (both dates are inclusive). Use for example with dateformat 06
Status detail type severity (master files)
Unclassifiable
Use ONLY if the error message severity cannot be determined (eg with a legacy system unable to provide detailed error codes)
Info
For information only, provided to encourage the master file supplier to improve the quality of their files (eg to make rendering of the product more reliable/interoperable, or to improve accessibility, etc)
Query
Request for clarification or further detail of the meaning of some part of the master file data provided
Warning
The master files have been accepted as provided, but there may be issues in the way they were supplied
Error
Some data in the content or structure of a master file caused an error due to not meeting the requirements of the relevant standard. The master file in question has been rejected, but processing of the remaining master files comprising tthe product has continued
Fatal error
Some data in the content or struture of a master file caused an unrecoverable error due to not meeting the requirements of the relevant standard. The entire set of master files for the product has been rejected
Carbon/GHG emissions certification scheme
Blue Angel
Product carries – or is eligible to carry – Blue Angel labelling. See https://www.blauer-engel.de
Cradle to Cradle
Product carries – or is eligible to carry – C2C labelling. Has bronze, silver, gold and platinum levels. See c2ccertified.org
Nordic Swan
See https://www.nordic-swan-ecolabel.org
ClimatePartner
See https://www.climatepartner.com/en/take-action/measure-carbon-footprints/product-carbon-footprint-pcf
EU Ecolabel
See www.ecolabel.eu
V-Label
Indicates the product is certified as vegan (does not use animal products, for example in binding or adhesives). See v-label.com