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GS1 Identification Keys (ID Keys)

There are nine GS1 Identification Keys that support the identification of items, services, locations, logistic units, returnable containers, etc. The GS1 Company Prefix assigned to a user company allow that user company to create any of the GS1 identification keys.

Key Concepts

  • GTIN - Global Trade Item Number
  • GLN - Global Location Number
  • SSCC – Serial Shipping Container Code
  • GRAI – Global Returnable Asset Identifier
  • GIAI – Global Individual Asset Identifier
  • GSRN – Global Service Relation Number
  • GDTI – Global Document Type Identifier
  • GSIN – Global Shipment Identification Number
  • GINC – Global Identification Number for Consignment

Key Questions

  • How do I assign identification numbers?
  • Where can I find more information about GS1 Application Identifiers?
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