24960001

The identifier "24960001" is commonly associated with the **International Standard Book Number (ISBN)** system, specifically as a **group identifier** for books published in **China**. ISBNs are unique numeric commercial book identifiers assigned to publishers, which then allocate specific numbers to individual titles. The format consists of several parts, including a group identifier, a registrant prefix, a publication identifier, and a check digit.

In the ISBN-10 and ISBN-13 systems, the group identifier (such as "24960001") designates the country or region where the publisher is located. For China, the ISBN group identifier "24960001" is part of the historical and current numbering schemes used by Chinese publishers. This identifier helps in categorizing books published in the region and ensures proper distribution and tracking within the global publishing industry.

The ISBN system is maintained by the **International ISBN Agency**, which oversees the allocation of group identifiers to national agencies responsible for assigning ISBNs to publishers. While ISBNs are no longer mandatory for book publishing in many countries, they remain widely used for identification, cataloging, and inventory management in libraries, bookstores, and online retailers.

Over time, ISBNs have evolved from the original 10-digit format (ISBN-10) to the more widely adopted 13-digit format (ISBN-13), which includes additional error-checking capabilities. The identifier "24960001" continues to be relevant in the context of Chinese publishing, though specific usage may vary depending on updates to the ISBN system.