This International Standard specifies requirements and recommendations for the accessible design for packaging with a focus on ease of opening. It applies to reclosable and non-reclosable consumer packaging without using any other mechanical means. This International Standard covers the design aspects addressing openability including opening location@ opening methods@ as well as evaluation techniques@ both instrumented and user-based. This International Standard is primarily for designers@ developers@ and evaluators of packaging and will also be useful for other disciplines. For products regulated for safety or other reasons (e.g. toxic or dangerous goods and substances@ medicinal products@ and medical devices)@ those regulations take precedence.