A BIC code, or ISO 6346, is a unique code assigned to freight containers.
Note BIC is the acronym for Bureau International des Containers.
BIC codes are required for international transport and customs declaration documents.
A BIC code is defined, as follows:
Code Element |
# of characters |
Comments |
Owner Code |
3 |
Three capital letters that identify the owner |
Product Group Code |
1 |
One of the following:
|
Unique Container Number |
6 |
Identifies the container within the owner or operator's fleet |
Check Digit |
1 |
|