008/09  Kind of record  (Variable Control Field - Fixed-Length Data Element)

Character position definition and scope:

A one-character alphabetic code that indicates whether the authority record represents an established or unestablished 1XX heading.

The kinds of authority records and types of headings identified by the codes defined for this data element are described in the Introduction.

For a description of the use of traced and untraced references and the reference note fields, see:  Tracings and References - General Information.

The fill character ( | ) is not allowed in this 008 position.

National Level Requirement for character position 008/09:  Mandatory; for codes below:  Mandatory if applicable.

Guidelines for applying content designators:

LC Guidelines:

 008/09  Kind of record

For information on other 008 character positions, see:

008  Fixed-Length Data Elements

See also:

Variable Control Fields