Identification Code Qualifiers in the EDI Industry

EDI qualifiers are codes used to provide additional context or specify the meaning of the accompanying data. 

They help differentiate data elements and ensure that the correct information is processed. For example, a qualifier might specify that a particular identifier represents a buyer, supplier, or warehouse.

Importance of Qualifiers

• Ensure data accuracy.
• Provide context for interpreting data elements.
• Facilitate compatibility across trading partners and systems.

Most Used Identification Code Qualifiers in the EDI Industry

1. 01 - D-U-N-S Number

   • Universally accepted for identifying companies in global commerce.
   • Used extensively in financial and supply chain EDI transactions.

2. 92 - Assigned by Buyer or Buyer's Agent

   • A critical qualifier for custom identification codes in buyer-specific setups.

3. ZZ - Mutually Defined

   • Offers flexibility in custom trading partner agreements.
   • Commonly used for non-standard codes.

4. 08 - UCC/EAN Global Trade Item Number (GTIN)

   • Essential for product identification in industries like retail, healthcare, and consumer goods.

5. 20 - Standard Point Location Code (SPLC)

   • Frequently used in logistics for identifying geographic shipping points.

6. 9 - Federal Taxpayer ID

   • Common for tax and regulatory compliance in B2B transactions.

7. UL - Global Location Number (GLN)

   • Highly used in supply chain and logistics to track company and facility locations.

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