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NTAG 22x DNA

The NXP NTAG 22x DNA is an NFC tag IC, with NTAG 223 DNA: 144 bytes user / 168 bytes total; NTAG 224 DNA: 416 bytes user / 540 bytes total, operating at 13.56 MHz, under ISO/IEC 14443-A NFC Forum Type 2.

NFC Forum Type 2 tag IC family with AES-128 SUN authentication for low-cost brand protection and consumer engagement

Official Datasheet ↗
Frequency
13.56 MHz
Protocol
ISO/IEC 14443-A, NFC Forum Type 2
Memory
NTAG 223 DNA: 144 bytes user / 168 bytes total; NTAG 224 DNA: 416 bytes user / 540 bytes total
Interface
RF (contactless)
Temp Range
-25°C to +85°C
Form Factor
Wafer, XSON6, SOT886

Full Specifications

ManufacturerNXP
Frequency CategoryNFC
Frequency13.56 MHz
ProtocolISO/IEC 14443-A, NFC Forum Type 2
MemoryNTAG 223 DNA: 144 bytes user / 168 bytes total; NTAG 224 DNA: 416 bytes user / 540 bytes total
InterfaceRF (contactless)
Temperature Range-25°C to +85°C
Form FactorWafer, XSON6, SOT886
SecurityAES-128 SUN authentication, 32-bit password protection, originality signature, UID/read counter

Engineering Brief

The NTAG 22x DNA family is an NFC Forum Type 2 compliant IC series operating at 13.56 MHz with ISO/IEC 14443-A protocol support. It features integrated AES-128 Secure Unique NFC (SUN) authentication that generates cryptographically secure dynamic URLs or data upon each tap, enabling strong protection against cloning and counterfeiting. Available in multiple memory configurations (NTAG 223/224 DNA), the chip includes a 7-byte UID, read counter, and originality signature for comprehensive brand protection in low-cost tags and labels.

Typical Applications

Standards & Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NTAG 22x DNA and how does it prevent counterfeiting?

NTAG 22x DNA is an NFC Forum Type 2 tag IC family with integrated AES-128 Secure Unique NFC (SUN) authentication that generates cryptographically secure dynamic URLs or data on each tap. This dynamic authentication makes cloning and counterfeiting extremely difficult compared to static NFC tags.

What is the difference between NTAG 223 DNA and NTAG 224 DNA?

NTAG 223 DNA offers 144 bytes of user memory (168 bytes total), while NTAG 224 DNA provides 416 bytes of user memory (540 bytes total). Both share the same AES-128 SUN authentication, originality signature, and brand protection features.

Does NTAG 22x DNA support password protection?

Yes, NTAG 22x DNA includes 32-bit password protection in addition to AES-128 authentication, originality signature verification, and a 7-byte UID for multi-layer security in brand protection applications.

What is AES-128 SUN authentication in NTAG DNA chips?

AES-128 Secure Unique NFC (SUN) authentication uses cryptographic keys to generate dynamic, encrypted data or URLs each time the tag is scanned. This creates unique responses per tap, enabling secure authentication without requiring backend connectivity at the point of scan.

Is NTAG 22x DNA compatible with all NFC smartphones?

Yes, as an NFC Forum Type 2 compliant tag operating on ISO/IEC 14443-A at 13.56 MHz, NTAG 22x DNA is readable by all NFC-enabled smartphones that support the NFC Forum Type 2 standard.

What is the read counter feature in NTAG DNA used for?

The integrated read counter increments with each RF read operation, providing tamper evidence and enabling use cases like warranty validation, proof of authenticity checks, and tracking consumer engagement history.

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