Wakefern utilizes GS1 US Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) to identify a logistic unit. A logistic unit can be any combination of units put together or transport and/or storage where the specific unit load needs to be managed throughout the supply chain. Examples of logistics units are pallets or air cargo containers. SSCC barcode acts as a license plate number to track a shipment of logistic units through the supply chain.
Data Element Requirements:
- GS1-128 or Data Matrix SSCC Barcode
Physical Requirements:
- SSCC barcode on each pallet in the shipment must correspond to the pallet contents and destination reflected in the ASN. GS1 US Specifications
- The label must be placed on the inside of the shrink-wrap attached to one of the cases.
- The label must be temperature sensitive (to prevent smearing in freezing conditions).
- Each pallet should have at least one barcode. It is recommended, however, that a pallet should contain multiple identical SSCC barcodes. This is especially helpful when the pallet is turned sideways in the truck or on the rack in the warehouse.
- Pallets with multiple lot codes should be labeled, “Mixed Pallet”.
- When pallets are stacked, they should be considered independent logistic units, each pallet should be identified with a unique SSCC.