Choosing EPC and RFID data formats
Choose SGTIN, SSCC, GRAI, GIAI or another format from the object being identified and partner rules.
What this page helps you do
Choose SGTIN, SSCC, GRAI, GIAI or another format from the object being identified and partner rules.
Checks and steps
- Use SGTIN only when identifying the applicable trade item instance.
- Use SSCC for logistics units when the business process requires it.
- Separate asset and returnable-container use cases before choosing GIAI or GRAI.
- Confirm company-prefix and identifier allocation rules.
- Test that trading partners and downstream systems interpret the same encoded identity.
Scope and verification
The right RFID technology does not guarantee the right business identifier. Confirm the current EPC/GS1 rule for the object and partner process.