ISO 2108:2005
ISO · 2005-06

Information and documentation - International standard book number (ISBN)

Replaced ICS 01.140.20 Cited by 19

1Key Takeaways

The purpose of this International Standard is to establish the specifications for the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as a unique international identification system for each product form or edition of a monographic publication published or produced by a specific publisher. It specifies the construction of an…

2Scope / Description

The purpose of this International Standard is to establish the specifications for the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as a unique international identification system for each product form or edition of a monographic publication published or produced by a specific publisher. It specifies the construction of an ISBN, the rules for its assignment and use, the metadata to be associated with the ISBN allocation, and the administration of the ISBN system.
This International Standard is applicable to monographic publications (or their individual sections or chapters where these are made separately available) and certain types of related products that are available to the public. Examples of applicable and non-applicable products are provided in Annex A.
NOTE More detailed, operational guidance is provided in a users' manual available from the Registration Authority for this International Standard (see Clause 8).

3Version History

ISO 2108:1972 older 1972-01-01
ISO 2108:1978 older 1978-11
ISO 2108:1992 older 1992-05
ISO 2108:2005 2005-06
ISO 2108:2017 newer 2017-12-01

6Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISO 2108:2005?
ISO 2108:2005 — Information and documentation - International standard book number (ISBN) is an international standard developed by International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The purpose of this International Standard is to establish the specifications for the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as a unique international identification system for each product form or edition of a monographic publication published...
What does ISO 2108:2005 cover?
This standard covers: The purpose of this International Standard is to establish the specifications for the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as a unique international identification system for each product form or edition of a monographic publication published or produced by a specific publisher. It specifies...
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 2108:2005?
The current published version is ISO 2108:2005, published on 2005-06. Always check for amendments or pending revisions.
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