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Product identifier
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Also called: item identifier
Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
A code used to distinguish one product or trade item from another.
Why it matters
Reliable identifiers reduce duplicate catalog entries and incompatible-part mistakes.
Technical detail
Product identifiers follow a defined namespace and assignment authority so systems can match an item consistently across catalogs and transactions.
Examples
- A GTIN identifies a packaged replacement part across participating retailers.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due July 11, 2027.
- Global Trade Item Number — GS1 Accessed 7/11/2026
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