Glossary
DSCSA and GS1 terms, explained for operators
Short definitions for receiving desks, compliance leads, and IT engineers evaluating L4 traceability—linked to TracePharma features and guides.
EPCIS
GS1 standard for serial-level chain-of-custody events
Read definition →VRS
DSCSA serial verification service for dispensers
Read definition →DSCSA 3T (TI, TH, TS)
TI, TH, and TS—the three accountability elements
Read definition →GTIN & SGTIN
Product identifier and serialized instance
Read definition →ASN
Logistics ship notice—not a traceability record
Read definition →GLN
GS1 location identifier in EPCIS events
Read definition →SSCC
Logistics container ID for pallets and cases
Read definition →FDA Form 3911
Suspect-product notification to FDA
Read definition →ATP (Authorized Trading Partner)
Licensed, authorized supply-chain counterparty
Read definition →Saleable returns
Wholesaler verification workflow for returned product
Read definition →L4 (Level 4 traceability)
Corporate EPCIS hub for partner exchange
Read definition →EPCIS 2.0
Current GS1 event standard (JSON and Digital Link)
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