{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DefinedTerm","name":"UPC (Universal Product Code)","description":"A pallet arrives at the distribution centre, the scanner reads the barcode, and the warehouse management system instantly identifies the product, manufacturer, and trade unit: that is the UPC (Universal Product Code) in action. The UPC is a 12-digit barcode that uniquely identifies a retail product and enables automated data capture at every stage of the supply chain – from manufacturer through wholesalers and retailers to returns processing. Developed in North America, it remains the dominant s","inDefinedTermSet":{"@type":"DefinedTermSet","name":"Frachtportal Logistics Glossary","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary"},"url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/upc-universal-product-code","inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-06-22T15:22:46.104485","citation":"https://www.gs1.org/standards/barcodes/ean-upc","markdownMirror":"https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/upc-universal-product-code","provider":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frachtportal","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com"},"quickSummary":"UPC (Universal Product Code) · A pallet arrives at the distribution centre, the scanner reads the barcode, and the warehouse management system instantly identifies the product, manufacturer, and trade unit: that is the UPC (Universal Product Code) in action. · Quelle: https://www.gs1.org/standards/barcodes/ean-upc"}