product identification

[/ˈprɒdʌkt aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: product identifications / identificações de produto
identificação de produto
1. The process or system of recognizing, distinguishing, and labeling a product to differentiate it from others in the market
Product identification through barcodes helps retailers track inventory efficiently.
A identificação de produto através de códigos de barras ajuda os varejistas a rastrearem o inventário eficientemente.
2. The use of markings, codes, labels, or other indicators that uniquely identify a specific product or product batch
The product identification number on the package ensures authenticity and prevents counterfeiting.
O número de identificação do produto na embalagem garante autenticidade e previne falsificação.
3. In manufacturing and quality control, the system used to track and manage products throughout their lifecycle
Effective product identification is crucial for supply chain management.
A identificação eficaz de produto é crucial para a gestão da cadeia de suprimentos.
In Brazil, product identification is heavily regulated by ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) for health products and by INMETRO for various consumer goods. The term is widely used in retail, manufacturing, and logistics industries. In the USA, the FDA and FTC enforce strict product identification and labeling requirements. The use of barcodes and increasingly QR codes for product identification is standard practice in both countries for consumer protection and supply chain efficiency.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
product labelingproduct markingproduct codingitem identificationSKU identification
Antonyms / Antônimos
product anonymityunmarked product

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
identificação de produto
Standard formal usage in business and commerce contexts
São Paulo
identificação de produto / ID do produto
More commonly uses abbreviation 'ID' in commercial and industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
identificação de produto / marcação de produto
May use 'marcação' to emphasize the marking aspect
Portugal
identificação do produto
Uses definite article 'do' more frequently; similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

barcodeserial numberSKU (Stock Keeping Unit)QR codetrademarkbatch numberUPC (Universal Product Code)RFID tag

Related Idioms & Phrases

product identification system
unique product identification
product identification code
product identification and verification
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