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SSCC (Serialized) Barcodes for Master Cartons, Pallets, and Skids(Commonly called SSCC-18, GTIN-18, Serialized Shipping Container Code, or Serialized Master Carton Code.) |
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What is it? |
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| A Serialized Shipping Container Code or SSCC-18, a 18-digit barcode (preceded by a “(00)”) that is placed on the outside of your shipping container, mastеr carton or pallet, allows you, your distributor, and/or your retailer to uniquely identify, scan, and track each carton or pallet as it moves through the retail chain individually. Serialized Shipping Container Codes may also be referred to as an Serialized Master Carton Code, SSCC, SSCC-18, GTIN-18, or DUN-18. All these terms describe the same 18-digit barcode which is created in the GS1-128 barcode symbology. Starting on January 1st 2023, Walmart (among others) now requires SSCC-18 on all pallet shipments. We have extensive experience with the SSCC-18 pallet coding requirements. If you need assistance with SSCC-18 Barcodes for Walmart, Ace Hardware, Menards, GNC, Target, and many others please contact us at +1 404-869-0701 to discuss your project! 
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The Challenge of Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) |
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| Simply Barcodes understands the unique challenges facing those needing to create Serialized Master Carton (Codes (SSCC-18). Customers share with us that Serialized Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) seem so complicated. Often uncertainty over whether or not they also need a UPC code makes the process confusing. Many don’t understand why they need barcodes on their Master Cartons. Others want to know why the barcode does not include quantity shipped. Most do not know how to handle a serialized barcode. | |
Innovative Solutions for Serialized Shipping Container Codes (SSCC-18) |
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We understand with all of the confusing information available on the web regarding Shipping Container Codes, that you might be concerned about expertise or legitimacy. Our company, in business for nearly 20 years, maintains an A+ rating with the BBB. All of our barcodes originate with the governing body, GS1 and have never been previously used. Our expert team stands ready to answer your questions and do more than just sell you a barcode. We work with you to help your company successfully market your products. |
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Would you like to receive your serialized master carton code today? |
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| Single Serialized Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) is just $25. Order SSCC Barcodes Now! or call us at +1 404-869-0701 or 877-872-2060 (toll free) | |
What is a Serialized Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) Code? |
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| A Serialized Shipping Container Code, a 18-digit barcode (preceded by a “(00)”) that is placed on the outside of your shipping carton or pallet, allows you, your distributor, and/or your retailer to unique identify, scan, and track each carton or pallet as it moves through the retail chain individually. Serialized Shipping Container Codes may also be referred to as an Serialized Master Carton Code, SSCC, SSCC-18, GTIN-18, or DUN-18. All these terms describe the same 18-digit barcode which is created in the GS1-128 barcode symbology. |
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How do Barcodes for Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) work? |
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Your 18-digit Serialized Master Carton Code, when scanned, identifies a specific container of goods of your company. The purpose of the Serialized Master Carton Codes (also known as SSCC-18) is to permit your retailer to track (often in real-time) EACH and EVERY pallet (or case, if you do not palletize) that you ship to them. You will need a different SSCC-18 barcode on every pallet so that a retailer/distributor can know in their computer systems where precisely Pallet 1 is currently as compared to Pallet 2 and perhaps why it has not arrived at the final destination location store yet. The ending digits of the SSCC-18 perform this serialization function. Pallet 1 might end in 000001x, pallet 2 in 000002x, and so on. Most of our clients simply pre-purchase a supply of SSCC-18 barcodes to use for their pallet labels for the near future (next quarter, this year, etc.). This way you can simply drop a new SSCC-18 barcode into your pallet label for each shipment as you go. |
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How are Serialized Shipping Container Codes (SSCC-18) different from “plain” Shipping Container Codes (SCC-14)? |
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| Both codes identify your cases, cartons, pallets, or other logistic units. The primary difference between them is that the SSCC-18 gives you more flexibility to track each individual pallet or case by allowing you to create and change the unique serial number. Let’s look at an example: Let’s say that you ship pallets of oatmeal to Target and also to Costco…
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Do I really need a Serialized Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18 code)? |
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The common method by which your retailer scans your product shipments into inventory is a shipping container code. Additionally, distributors use them to scan receipt of shipments. Whether you need a plain Shipping Container Code (SCC-14) or a Serialized Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) depends on:
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What if I do not have a UPC number for my product or a company prefix? |
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| ATTENTION: You need to have a UPC Code or a company prefix first and then order the SSCC-18 Codes. If you do not have either yet, please | |||||
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| We only require that you provide contact and billing information. You are not required to provide product information. | |||||
| Your retailer collects your product information, which they associate with your barcode at the Point of Sale. | |||||
| Note: We also accept checks, money orders, and wire transfers. If you wish to use one of those payment methods, please print and complete this form. | |||||
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How do I purchase Serialized Shipping Container Codes (SSCC-18 Barcodes)? |
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| Note: We also accept checks, money orders, and wire transfers. If you wish to use one of those payment methods, please print and complete this form. | |||||
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What do I get when I order my Barcode for Serialized Pallets & Master Cartons (SSCC-18)? |
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In what format are my Barcodes for Serialized Pallets & Master Cartons (SSCC-18) created? |
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| For your convenience, you choose your barcode graphic from three different formats so that your graphic artist, printing company, or manufacturing facility can work with your barcode graphic in their preferred software. | |||||||||||||
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Can I order only the SSCC-18 Numbers? |
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| Absolutely! We offer the service of creating you an Excel spreadsheet with a set of ready-to-use SSCC-18 numbers for you pallets or master cartons. We create these in both the 18-digit format in one column and the 20-digit format (with the application identifier) in another so that you have whatever a given retailer or distributor may ask for. Please contact us by phone with you needed quantities and to find out what we need from you to get started: +1 404-869-0701 |
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When do I get my Serialized Barcodes for Pallets & Master Cartons? |
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| The turn-around time is often within an hour. All orders received before 4 p.m. Eastern Time on business days are completed the same day. Orders placed after 4 p.m. will be processed next business day. If you require RUSH completion, please call 877-872-2060 (toll-free) or +1 404-869-0701 (international) to make arrangements. |
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Can I purchase a Serialized Shipping Container Code without having a UPC code or Company Prefix? |
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| No, the individual product packaged in the container must have a UPC code first in order to create the SSCC-18 code for its shipping carton. If you do not have a UPC Code or a company prefix then you can purchase your UPC and SSCC-18 codes at the same time. |
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How much does a Serialized Master Carton Code cost? |
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| Each SSCC-18 barcode graphic creation is priced as follows: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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| The pricing above assumes that you select a single image format. You may select multiple formats at an additional charge. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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How do I get my Barcode on my Pallet or Master Carton? |
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| Providing the barcode image to your box manufacturer and including it in the design of your packaging or label prior to manufacturing is the easiest and most economical way of getting your barcode on your Master Carton. Pallets are usually outfitted with (two) labels. If your packaging has already been manufactured, you will need barcode labels. If you would like to order pre-printed barcode labels, please select this option when ordering your Master Carton code. If you have already completed your order, then click label printing to order labels. Please use the label price calculator on the label printing order form to determine the price for your labels. Note that Master Carton Codes can only be printed on large labels. All orders received before 2 p.m. Eastern Time on business days are completed the same day and shipped for free within the continental U.S. and Canada. (Call us for other international shipments.) |
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Apart from Serialized Shipping Container Codes we also offer Barcodes for UPC Codes, EAN Codes, Barcodes for Amazon, Barcodes for Music, ISBN Barcodes, Magazine Barcodes, Barcodes for Produce, Barcodes for Greeting Cards, Barcodes for Alcohol, QR Codes, Data Matrix Barcodes, SCC-14 Codes, Coupon Barcodes, GTIN Codes, UPN Barcodes, Code 128 Barcodes, Code 39 Barcodes, and many other barcode types. We also provide barcode graphic creation, label printing, and other barcoding services. Call 877-872-2060 (toll-free) or +1 404-869-0701 (international) or live chat with our Experts for more information regarding our barcoding services. Our multilingual customer service team welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about your unique situation. |
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