Batch Number - What is Batch Number? - Videojet Batch Number Printing

What is Batch Number?

Batch number or lot number is a unique identifier which are printed on different substrate on production run. It’s a important steps in various industries in manufacturing which includes pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and cosmetic etc.

It is a combination of letters, numbers, or symbols allows manufacturers, distributors, and consumers to trace the history, location, and status of a product batch through the supply chain.

Why is batch number required on products?

For Traceability reasons where a producer can have a quality control i.e. tracing back to the origin as well as if required, recalling of that batch which helps in minimizing disruption and financial loss.
Inventory Management which includes tracking of stocks or inventory to ensure the older batch are used first reducing the risk of expiry. It also helps in supply chain management.
In many industries, maintaining accurate batch records is a legal requirement for audits and inspections.
It also help in identifying product authenticity protecting consumers from counterfeit goods.
It also provides information about the product’s manufacture date, expiration date, and other relevant details.

How Batch Numbers are Assigned

The format and structure of a batch number can vary depending on the industry but commonly the formats can include:

Numeric Codes like 001, 002, 003, Alphanumeric Codes: like A123, B456, Date Codes like 20240731 for July 31, 2024 or special characters like #001, @A123