Handling marks
Fragile, handle with care
A filled wine glass on a stem and foot. · also called “Fragile”, “Glass symbol”, “Handle with care”
What it means on iso 780
Contents can break
The contents are easily broken. Handle the package carefully, never tip it over and do not lift it with slings.
Source · Official website Marking of packages (Transport Information Service, GDV) · checked
Where it appears
- ISO 780—Handling marksThis meaning
- ISO 15223-1——Different ›
Questions about the Fragile, handle with care symbol
- What does the Fragile, handle with care symbol mean on ISO 780?
- The contents are easily broken. Handle the package carefully, never tip it over and do not lift it with slings.
- What does the Fragile, handle with care symbol mean on ISO 15223-1?
- On medical device packaging the broken-glass sign means the device can be broken or damaged if it is not handled carefully. Avoid dropping, crushing or rough handling during transport and storage.
- Does the Fragile, handle with care symbol mean the same on every appliance?
- No. On ISO 780 it means: Contents can break. On ISO 15223-1 it means: Medical device that can break: handle with care.
- What does the Fragile, handle with care symbol look like?
- A filled wine glass on a stem and foot. It is also called “Fragile”, “Glass symbol” and “Handle with care”.
- Which standard defines the Fragile, handle with care symbol?
- It is listed as ISO 15223-1-5.3.1 and ISO 7000-0621.
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