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Introduction
  
       
       
 
       
The following message specification is based on the publication of the "Product Data Message" of GS1 Global in syntax 4.
  
       
       
 
       
       
 
       
Status
MESSAGE TYPE: PRODAT
REFERENCE DIRECTORY: D.01B
EANCOM® SUBSET VERSION: 004
Definition
A Product Data message is a communication between parties containing master data, to identify and describe products available for supply or for information purposes. This information which changes infrequently does not include commercial terms and conditions but technical and functional product descriptions.
Principles
The message identifies a product or products using codes, descriptive, and other information.

The information received in a Product Data message enables the buyer to select goods according to his needs.
The following information regarding a product or products may be included in the message:
- product identifications(s),
    
- product characteristics,
    
- technical data,
    
- handling information.


When required, it is recommended to send free text information in structured formats.

The Product Data message can also be used by suppliers to feed a central catalogue of products, making the information available to all interested parties. In addition, interested parties may be provided with information from a central catalogue or database of products by means of the Product Data message.