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How to Read a SMDU Container Number (ISO 6346)
SMD
U
123456
7
Carrier Owner Code (3M Company)
Equipment Category (U)
6-Digit Serial Number
Check Digit Verification
For accurate SMDU container tracking, every container follows the international ISO 6346 standard. The first three letters represent the BIC registered owner code for 3M Company. The 4th character is always U denoting an intermodal freight container, followed by a unique 6-digit serial number and a calculated check digit for tracking verification.
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3M Company
3M COMPANY3M Company is an authorized international intermodal container operator, providing reliable cargo equipment and intermodal transport worldwide. Use our SMDU container tracking tool for real-time visibility across global maritime routes.
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Headquarters
Global Maritime Logistics
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Worldwide Container Fleet
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Select any 3M Company container prefix to view dedicated prefix tracking, serial number anatomy, and container information.
Frequently Asked Questions About SMDU Container Tracking
What does the SMDU container prefix stand for?
SMDU is an official BIC-registered container prefix operated by 3M COMPANY. The letters "SMD" identify the carrier, and "U" designates a standard ISO 6346 intermodal freight container.
How do I perform SMDU container tracking live?
Enter your full 11-character SMDU container number (e.g. SMDU1234567) into the tracking field above. TraceContainer will fetch real-time vessel schedules, port milestones, and container status.
Can I track all 3M Company container prefixes on TraceContainer?
Yes, TraceContainer supports live tracking across all registered 3M Company prefixes including SMDU and more.