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Language English Español Search Search the international ISRC database ISRC — International Standard Recording Code Why Use Benefits Using ISRC When to assign When not to assign Ownership Music Videos ISRC Standard Structure Handbook National Agencies Bulletins ISRC Consultation Get ISRC Apply Now ISRC Managers Contact ISRC Agency Contacts FAQ Privacy Policy The International Standard Recording Code ISRC enables sound recordings and music videos to be uniquely and permanently identified. ISRC helps to avoid ambiguity among recordings and simplifies the management of rights when recordings are used across different formats, distribution channels or products. The ISRC for a recording remains a fixed point of reference when the recording is used across different services, across borders, or under different licensing deals. ISRC identifies sound recordings and music videos. ISRC is not used to identify compositions/musical works, music products or performers. Please check the FAQ page for more details. For details of how to implement ISRC please consult the ISRC Handbook . How it works The structure (syntax) of ISRC comprises 12 alphanumeric characters, which should be presented with the 4-character prefix ‘ISRC’ when displayed in printed form. Hover over the ISRC for a breakdown of the code ISRC Code Identifier AA-6Q7 Prefix Code — a five character alphanumeric code allocated by the ISRC Agency - 20 Year of Reference — the last two digits of the year in which the ISRC is assigned to the track — assigned by the registrant - 00047 Designation Code — five digit unique code assigned by the Registrant. These numbers must not be repeated in the same calendar year. See the code structure page  Get ISRC  INTERNATIONAL ISRC DATABASE Search the international ISRC database Powered by SoundExchange Lookup by code, create your own advanced search or browse by artist START SEARCHING  Elsewhere Get ISRC  FAQ  Using ISRC  Contact International ISRC Agency c/o IFPI Secretariat 7 Air Street London, W1B 5AD United Kingdom E: isrc@ifpi.org T: +44 (0)20 7878 7900 F: +44 (0)20 7878 7950 Privacy...