GS1standardid

GS1 Standard ID refers to the unique identification numbers assigned to products, locations, and companies using the GS1 system of standards. These identifiers are crucial for supply chain management, enabling accurate tracking and tracing of goods from manufacturer to consumer. The most common GS1 Standard ID is the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), which is a barcode number found on most retail products worldwide. GTINs can be 8, 12, 13, or 14 digits long and are used to uniquely identify trade items. Other important GS1 Standard IDs include the Global Location Number (GLN) for identifying physical locations and parties, and the Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) for identifying logistic units like pallets. These standardized identifiers facilitate efficient data exchange and interoperability across different systems and organizations, reducing errors and improving the visibility of products throughout the supply chain. GS1 Standard IDs are administered by GS1, a global not-for-profit organization dedicated to developing and maintaining global standards for business communication.