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Open 3P - The open standard for the packaging value chain

Open Data Manchester

The Open 3P standard for packaging data has been created to provide information about what packaging is made out of and how these materials flow through the packaging supply chain. With Open 3P, stakeholders in the packaging supply chain will be able to share information about materials, components and packaging in a standardised format. This will allow for better collaboration between manufacturers, brands, retailers, consumers, recyclers, compliance schemes and regulators.

Version

Version 2.1 UNRELEASED

Working with the Standard

The standard is open and free to use, copy and distribute. However, the standard is © copyright of Open Data Manchester CIC and released under the Apache License, Version 2.0 so you must use the correct attribution and licence.

Contents

  • Start Here


    First time here? Get up to speed fast.

    Getting started

  • Identifiers


    Identifying the different aspects of packaging is key.

    Identifiers

  • Schema


    Jump into the schemas.

    Schema

  • Controlled Lists


    Establish consistency in data entry.

    Controlled Lists

  • Relationship Lists


    Joining the dots needs both a dot and a line. Learning about the lines in relationship lists.

    Relationship Lists

  • Governance


    Information about the governance behind Open 3P.

    Governance

  • Licence


    Open 3P is licensed under Apache License, Version 2.0.

    License

  • Glossary


    Learn the abbreviations and jardon of Open 3P.

    Glossary

  • Change Log


    Nothing stays the same. Learn about what has changed.

    Change Log