ISO 3297:1998
ISO · 1998-11

Information and documentation - International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

Replaced ICS 01.140.20 ICS 01.140.40 Cited by 5

1Key Takeaways

The purpose of this International Standard is to define and promote the use of a standard code (ISSN) for the unique identification of serials. Each International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique identifier for a specific serial publication. ISSN are applicable to the entire population of serials, whether past…

2Scope / Description

The purpose of this International Standard is to define and promote the use of a standard code (ISSN) for the unique identification of serials.
Each International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique identifier for a specific serial publication.
ISSN are applicable to the entire population of serials, whether past, present or to be published in the foreseeable future, whatever the medium of publication. Serials include periodicals, newspapers, annuals (such as reports, yearbooks, directories, etc.), and the journals, series, memoirs, proceedings, transactions, etc. of societies.
Monographs, technical reports, sound and video recordings and printed music publications have their own numbering systems and are not specifically mentioned in this International Standard. Such items may carry an ISSN in addition to their own standard numbers when they are part of a serial.

3Version History

ISO 3297:1975 older 1975-01-01
ISO 3297:1986 older 1986-06
ISO 3297:1998 1998-11
ISO 3297:2007 newer 2007-09
ISO 3297:2017 newer 2017-10-01
ISO 3297:2020 newer 2020-10-07
ISO 3297:2022 newer 2022-06-17

6Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISO 3297:1998?
ISO 3297:1998 — Information and documentation - International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is an international standard developed by International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The purpose of this International Standard is to define and promote the use of a standard code (ISSN) for the unique identification of serials. Each International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique identifier for a specific serial...
What does ISO 3297:1998 cover?
This standard covers: The purpose of this International Standard is to define and promote the use of a standard code (ISSN) for the unique identification of serials. Each International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique identifier for a specific serial publication. ISSN are applicable to the entire population of...
Who should use this standard?
This standard is intended for organizations, professionals, and stakeholders involved in information technology and data management. It is applicable to manufacturers, service providers, regulatory bodies, and certification organizations.
What is the latest version of ISO 3297:1998?
The current published version is ISO 3297:1998, published on 1998-11. Always check for amendments or pending revisions.
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