Which GS1 Identification Keys are used in Transport & Logistics processes?

Modified on Thu, 22 Aug at 11:33 AM

GS1 Identification Keys uniquely identify each trade item, logistics unit, grouping of units, asset, returnable asset, location and trading partner – all the ‘pieces’ that make up the supply chain: 

  • GTIN  – Global Trade Item Number
  • GLN   – Global Location Number
  • SSCC – Serial Shipping Container Code
  • GRAI  – Global Returnable Asset Identifier
  • GIAI    – Global Individual Asset Identifier
  • GSIN  – Global Shipment Identification Number
  • GINC  – Global Identification Number for Consignment


Learn more: ID Keys in Transport

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