EDI UCC 128 Label: Shipping Container Labeling

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What is a UCC-128 Label?

A UCC-128 label, also known as a GS1-128 shipping label, is a standardized barcode label used to identify and track individual shipping containers or pallets. It contains encoded information such as a Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC), which links the label to the shipping notice (EDI 856) and order data (EDI 850).

 

These labels are essential in retail, manufacturing, and logistics to enable automated receiving and supply chain visibility.

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What are the Essential Components of a UCC-128 Label?

A typical UCC-128 label includes:

 

  • SSCC-18 barcode (unique shipping identifier)
  • Purchase order number
  • Ship-from and ship-to addresses
  • Carrier information
  • Carton or pallet number
  • Human-readable item descriptions

How do I Use a UCC-128 Label?

UCC-128 labels are generated by the supplier or warehouse at the time of shipping and affixed to each carton or pallet. When scanned upon arrival, the barcode provides a link to the associated Advance Ship Notice (EDI 856), which contains all shipment details.

 

Retailers and warehouses use UCC-128 scanning to confirm receipt, speed up check-in, and automate inventory entry.

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What are the Benefits of UCC-128 Labels?

UCC-128 labels reduce receiving errors, eliminate manual barcode entry, and ensure traceability of each shipped container. By integrating with EDI workflows, they support faster, more accurate shipping and receiving processes.

For retailers with just-in-time inventory models, UCC-128 labeling is a compliance requirement that helps maintain inventory integrity, reduce chargebacks, and enable real-time supply chain data sharing. Furthermore, what will you gain from leveraging Cleo's expertise and services for your EDI?

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Without Cleo's EDI solutions

Notifications: Receive real-time alerts for inbound orders

Missed or delayed orders due to lack of real-time alerts

Intuitive Webforms: Auto-fill response docs to eliminate manual data entry

Time-consuming manual data entry that introduces frequent errors

Smart Folders: Organize documents dynamically based on custom rules

Disorganized document storage and difficult retrieval during audits or fulfillment

Document Fulfillment Dashboard: Monitor order statuses live—unfulfilled, partial, or complete

Limited visibility into which orders are unfulfilled, partially shipped, or completed

Label & Document Printing: Instantly generate shipping labels and compliance docs

Manual label generation that slows down shipping and risks compliance violations

Catalog Management System: Pair with Auto-Pack ASN for rapid order response

Delays in ASN creation due to disconnected catalog systems

Batch Processing: Process and print multiple documents and labels at once

Inefficiency when processing documents or labels one-by-one in high-volume scenarios

Scalable Portal: Seamlessly integrate with any ERP, WMS, or accounting system

Disjointed systems requiring duplicate data entry across ERP, WMS, or accounting platforms

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