GINC (Global Identification Number for Consignment)

The GINC is the GS1 Identification Key used to identify a logical grouping of logistics units that are assembled to be transported together under one transport document. A consignment identifies a grouping for transport purposes and must not be confused with a shipment which identifies a grouping for trade purposes. The GS1 Identification Key comprises a GS1 Global Company Prefix and the Freight Forwarder’s or Carrier’s transport reference using the Application Identifier (401).

The GINC is constructed as:

Information about other Keys

• GTIN - Global Trade Item 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
• GLN - Global Location Number
• GSIN - Global Shipment Identification Number