Health Informatics — Requirements for international machine-readable coding of medicinal product package identifiers

This technical specification provides an overview of ISO/TS 16791:2020 Health informatics — Requirements for international machine-readable coding of medicinal product package identifiers and defines key expectations to support safe and effective implementation. It is intended for implementers, vendors and health organisations seeking a clear, authoritative reference. Published by International Organization for Standardization (ISO), it may be used for procurement, assessment and governance contexts where alignment to recognised practice is required.