Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) - GS1

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Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC)

Serial Shipping Container Code can be used by companies to identify a logistic unit, which can be any combination of trade items packaged together for storage and/ or transport purposes; for example a case, pallet or parcel.

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Standards

GS1 General Specifications

Tag Data Standard (TDS)

Tag Data Translation (TDT)

You will find relevant application standards and guidelines listed below:

Transport & Logistics

GS1 Identification Keys in Transport & Logistics Guideline

GS1 Identification Keys in Transport & Logistics - Interactive User Guide

GS1 Logistics Label Guideline

GS1 General Specifications

Healthcare

GS1 Guideline for distributing and shipping biologicals

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