International Standard
ISO 19593-1:2026
Graphic technology — Use of PDF to associate processing steps and content data — Part 1: Processing steps for packaging and labels
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ISO 19593-1:2026
Edition 2
2026-10
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ISO 19593-1:2026

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Abstract

This document describes a method for storing data in a PDF file that correspond to the processing steps of printed products. This method has three parts:

  1. metadata identifying processing steps;
  2. limitations on the interaction between PDF graphics objects that are part of a processing step and other PDF graphics objects;
  3. limitations on PDF graphics objects in processing steps.

This method is intended to be generic, i.e. not specific to packaging and labels.

In addition, this document defines the following packaging- and label-specific groups of processing steps data:

  • data corresponding to finishing steps, such as cutting, folding or glueing;
  • braille;
  • information panels;
  • indications of physical dimensions;
  • indications of intended positions of graphical elements;
  • printed white, for example on transparent or metallic surfaces;
  • printed varnish;
  • primer;
  • printing plate making.

General information

  • Status
     : Published
    Publication date
     : 2026-10
    Stage
    : International Standard published [60.60]
  • Edition
     : 2
    Number of pages
     : 21
  • Technical Committee :
    ISO/TC 130
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Sustainable Development Goals

This standard contributes to the following Sustainable Development Goal

12
Responsible Consumption and Production

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