The Bank Identification Number (BIN) 472229 is issued by TAIWAN COOPERATIVE BANK in TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA. This is a VISA CREDIT card with SIGNATURE level.
BIN (Bank Identification Number), also known as IIN (Issuer Identification Number), refers to the first 6 digits of a payment card number. These digits identify the card-issuing institution, card type, and other attributes used for routing and fraud prevention.
By looking up BIN 472229, you can determine: the card network (VISA), whether it's a credit, debit, or prepaid card (CREDIT), the card level (SIGNATURE), the issuing bank (TAIWAN COOPERATIVE BANK), and the country of issuance (TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA). This information is useful for payment processors, merchants, and fraud prevention systems.