Scope and definitions

This document applies to the labels listed in the following table.

Table 1. Label descriptions
Name Description
Inner box label The label attached to the immediate box (or the inner box) containing the product which could be packed either in a reel or a tray. This label contains lot-related information.
Outer box label The primary label attached to the box containing the inner boxes. This label contains shipment-related information.
Second outer box label A second label on the outer box added for the sole purpose of making lot-related information easily accessible. It bears a single 2D barcode that contains all the lot-related information usually available on the inner box 2D barcode.
Moisture sensitivity level (MSL) label This label is attached to the moisture barrier bag (MBB) or aluminum bag (Al bag) and the reel or tray bundle. It shows the MSL of the product and surface mount process-related information such as reflow temperature, floor life, etc.

On some occasions, the subcontract manufacturer may attach additional labels based on their internal procedures or country-specific regulations. This document does not cover the labels that are not required by Nordic Semiconductor.