How individual packs are grouped for efficient logistics
Identified by SSCC
Contains multiple packs
The Saleable Unit (GTIN + SN)
Instead of scanning 5,000 individual packs on a pallet, you scan one barcode (SSCC). The system automatically infers the presence of all 5,000 packs.
Maintains a digital link between shipping containers and their contents, crucial for recalls and track & trace.
The Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) is the GS1 standard key used to identify logistic units.
While EU FMD legislation technically requires verification of individual packs, aggregation allows wholesalers and logistics providers to operate at scale.
If a case is opened and a single pack is removed or replaced without updating the digital aggregation structure, the parent label (SSCC) becomes invalid. "Ghost" packs or missing packs can cause significant verification failures downstream.
Information may be outdated. Always consult official documentation from EMVO, EMA, GS1, and national regulatory bodies for current requirements.