implementation guide for data exchange · 2020. 8. 25. · 4.1 fmcg mandatory attributes ......

Implementation guide for data exchange with Migros

Food

Cosmetics

Entering master data

Version 2.0 (created 20.08.2020) Publisher: ©atrify GmbH Maarweg 165, 50825 Köln

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Contents

1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 6

1.1 Target groups of the document .............................................................................................. 6

1.2 Contents of the document ...................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Using the document ...................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 Explanation of the information per attribute.......................................................................... 9

2. GDSN................................................................................................................................................ 9

2.2 What is GDSN? ............................................................................................................................... 9

2.3. Why should article master data be exchanged via GDSN? .......................................................... 9

3. Attributes – Food ............................................................................................................................... 10

3.1 Basics ........................................................................................................................................... 10

3.1.1 Product identification and classification .............................................................................. 10

Trade item identification: GTIN [M017] .................................................................................................... 10

Target market country code [M011] ......................................................................................................... 10

Information provider GLN [M365] ............................................................................................................ 10

Information provider name [M366] .......................................................................................................... 10

Trade item unit descriptor [M242]............................................................................................................ 10

Is trade item a base unit [M243] ............................................................................................................... 10

Is trade item a consumer unit [M247] ...................................................................................................... 10

Is trade item an orderable unit [M244] .................................................................................................... 10

Is trade item a despatch unit [M248] ........................................................................................................ 11

Is trade item an invoice unit [M245] ......................................................................................................... 11

Effective date time [M002] ....................................................................................................................... 11

Start availability date time [M005] ........................................................................................................... 11

Regulated product name / Language [M261] (=legal name) ................................................................... 11

GPC Brick [M317] ...................................................................................................................................... 11

VAT [M330] ............................................................................................................................................... 11

Manufacturer GLN [M368] ........................................................................................................................ 11

Brandname [M254] ................................................................................................................................... 12

Trade item description / Language [M259] ............................................................................................... 12

Description short / Language [M260] ....................................................................................................... 12

Functional name / Language [M253] ........................................................................................................ 12

3.1.2 Quantities ............................................................................................................................. 12


Net content / UOM [M281] / Net quantity ............................................................................................... 12

Net weight / UOM [M278] ........................................................................................................................ 12

Gross weight / UOM [M279] ..................................................................................................................... 12

Is base price declaration relevant [M321] ................................................................................................ 13

Drained weight / UOM [M280] ................................................................................................................. 13

Number of servings per package [M076] .................................................................................................. 13

Number of servings per package: Measurement precision code [M476] ................................................. 13

3.1.3 Consumer informations ........................................................................................................ 13

Consumer storage instructions / Language [M362] .................................................................................. 13

Consumer usage instructions / Language [M363] .................................................................................... 14

Consumer package disclaimer / Languag [M364] ..................................................................................... 14

Compulsory additive label information / Language (M094) ..................................................................... 14

Contact name of distributor [M370] ......................................................................................................... 14

Contact address of distributor [M371] ...................................................................................................... 14

3.1.4 eCommerce attributes ......................................................................................................... 15

Trade item feature benefit / Language [M084] ........................................................................................ 15

Trade item marketing message / Language [M256] ................................................................................. 15

Trade item key words / Language [M170] ................................................................................................ 15

3.2 Production background ............................................................................................................... 16

Trade item country of origin [M099] ........................................................................................................ 16

Place of provenance / Language [M133] .................................................................................................. 16

Organic certification body [M159] ............................................................................................................ 16

Is trade item a variable unit [M236] ......................................................................................................... 16

Variable weight range minimum value / UOM [M238] ............................................................................. 16

Variable weight range maximum value / UOM [M239] ............................................................................ 16

Health mark [M037] .................................................................................................................................. 16

3.3 Information specific to product groups ................................................................................... 17

Catch area [M125] ..................................................................................................................................... 17

Catch method code [M126] ...................................................................................................................... 17

Production method for fish and seafood code [M127] ............................................................................. 17

Class [M027] / Functional class of additives ............................................................................................. 17

Class: Level of containmen [M028] ........................................................................................................... 17

Fat percentage in dry matter [%] [M138] ................................................................................................. 17

Preservation technique code [M145] ....................................................................................................... 17

Is homogenised [M146] ............................................................................................................................ 18

Place of birth / Language [M134] .............................................................................................................. 18


Place of rearing / Language [M135] ......................................................................................................... 18

3.4. Additional information ............................................................................................................... 19

3.4.1 Nutritional values ................................................................................................................. 19

Preparation instructions / Language [M082] ............................................................................................ 19

Preparation state [M032] .......................................................................................................................... 19

Nutrient basis quantity / UOM [M072] .................................................................................................... 19

Serving size description / Language [M074] ............................................................................................. 19

Serving size: Value / UOM [M075] ............................................................................................................ 19

Energy value: kcal [M052] ......................................................................................................................... 19

Energy value: kJ] [M053] ........................................................................................................................... 20

Nutritional content information: Component [M057] .............................................................................. 20

Nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M059] ............................................................................ 20

Nutritional content information: Measurement precision code [M058] .................................................. 20

Other nutritional content information: Component [M062] .................................................................... 20

Other nutritional content information: measurement precision code [M063] ........................................ 20

Other nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M064] .................................................................. 20

3.4.2 Vitamins / Minerals .............................................................................................................. 21

Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067] ............................................................................................................ 21

Vitamins / Minerals: Value / UOM [M068] ............................................................................................... 21

Vitamins / Minerals: Measurement precision code [M069] ..................................................................... 21

Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA [M070] .......................................................................................................... 21

Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA measurement precision code [M071] .......................................................... 21

3.4.3 Allergens ............................................................................................................................... 22

Allergen type code [M029] ........................................................................................................................ 22

Allergen: Level of containmentmmens [M030] ........................................................................................ 22

Allergen statement / Language [M031] .................................................................................................... 22

3.4.4 Ingredient statement and further ingredients ..................................................................... 22

Ingredient statement / Language [M047] ................................................................................................. 22

Ingredient of concern code [M038] .......................................................................................................... 23

Declaration obligatory [M023] .................................................................................................................. 23

Declaration obligatory: Level of containment [M024] .............................................................................. 23

Does trade item contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M097] .................................................... 23

Ingredient name / Language [M039] ........................................................................................................ 23

Ingredient sequence [M040] ..................................................................................................................... 23

Does ingredient contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M042] .................................................... 24

Ingredient country of origin code [M044] ................................................................................................. 24


Ingredient fish catch zone [M045] ............................................................................................................ 24

3.5 Packaging / Logistics .................................................................................................................... 25

Measurements: Height / UOM [M272] ..................................................................................................... 25

Measurements: Width / UOM [M274] ...................................................................................................... 25

Measurements: Depth / UOM [M273] ...................................................................................................... 25

Packaging type code [M286] ..................................................................................................................... 25

Is packaging marked returnable [M356] ................................................................................................... 25

4. Attributes - Cosmetics ................................................................................................................... 26

4.1 FMCG Mandatory attributes ....................................................................................................... 26

4.2 Attributes related to Migros cosmetics ....................................................................................... 27

Nonfood ingredient statement / Language [M174] .................................................................................. 27


1. Introduction This manual is intended to help you prepare your article master data for MIGROS. This document illustrates this standard, ensures the quality of the data and is intended as a guideline for you as a data provider. To ensure qualitatively correct data transmission, please take note of the Migros standard explained below.

Kindly note that you as a data provider are responsible for the complete transmission of all product information. You must comply with the required data quality and legal provisions for the relevant target market in which the products are traded.

1.1 Target groups of the document The following explanations specifically refer to the electronic data interchange via the 1 WS publishing user interface of atrify GmbH. Separate documents dealing with machine-to-machine data transfer can be downloaded from atrify (Interface Description, M2M Communication Guide, Profiles Overview).

Industry-specifically, this document has been designed for

• Suppliers in the food industry and • Suppliers in the cosmetics industry.

The first part deals with food products – in particular with regard to the information on mandatory attributes.

The second part is especially relevant for cosmetics products. For ease of handling, the FMCG mandatory attributes in the first part are repeated in an overview and supplemented with cosmetics-specific attributes that are mandatory for Migros.

1.2 Contents of the document This document contains a list

• of all Migros-relevant mandatory attributes in the field of food and cosmetics as well as

• mandatory attributes for the target market of Switzerland as well as • industry-relevant mandatory attributes (food products or cosmetics)

By managing the listed attributes, all article information that conforms to Migros and GDSN is covered. In addition, the attributes correspond to the regulatory/legal requirements of the target market Switzerland.

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The attributes are sorted in groups and by topics and therefore in part modelled on the interface of the publishing tool. You will find more attributes in the interface. You can obviously also manage them. However, they surpass the standard expected by Migros.

Further information on data management can be found in the atrify "compendium". This is where all attributes shown in the interface are listed and described in detail. You will also find examples and further information on each attribute.

You can also view an overview of all attributes of the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) in our Excel document "Profiles Overview". This is where details such as data format, XML path, mapping rules, etc. are listed for each attribute. The so-called M number is the reference between the documents. It contains cross-references to the individual documents.

The " WS|Publishing Handbook“ lists all information and useful tips on data collection and management on an internet UI and the publication of your product information for trading.

You will find the latest version of all documents in the download area of atrify.

1.3 Using the document This document gives a detailed description of the attributes to be used and transmitted to Migros. The individual attributes can be entered at the article level in the template of the so-called attribute finder. The system will then take you to the appropriate field so that you can enter the information without performing any additional search (more information in the Publishing Handbook).

The attribute finder then takes you to the relevant field, so that you can enter the attribute without performing any additional search (more information in the WS Publishing Handbook)

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Food suppliers should open the template in the tool and enter the mandatory attributes with the help of the explanations in this document. The mandatory field finder and the attribute finder will help you with your task.

Suppliers in the cosmetics branch can use the overview of the mandatory attributes from the second part of the document (4. Attributes – Cosmetics). To keep the document manageable, these attributes are listed with the attribute name and the M number and linked to the definitions within the document. The cosmetics-relevant attributes are listed separately thereafter.


1.4 Explanation of the information per attribute

Attribute name: Name of the attribute in FMCG

M number: Acts as a reference to allow working with other documentations

Status: All attributes listed in the document are mandatory for the data exchange with Migros. Attributes that are mandatory only for specific groups of products (e.g. fishing zone) bear the mention "mandatory for specific groups of products".

Definition: Explanation of each attribute

Multilingual: If yes, the attribute may be managed in several languages.

FMCG: Fast Moving Consumer Goods = attribute set of the DACH region

2. GDSN

2.2 What is GDSN? The GS1 Global Data Synchronisation Network® (GDSN®) is a business sector that deals with the development of an internet-technology-based network between various data pools and the GS1 Global Registry. The trading and industry companies participating in the network are enabled to exchange and synchronise their master data worldwide within the supply chain according to the GS1 standard.

2.3. Why should article master data be exchanged via GDSN? The first step focuses on reducing "Excel excess". In addition, doing so results in cost savings at sender and receiver end because a standardised form of electronic data provision significantly reduces individual product pass creation in the long term. Due to this dynamic product data exchange, which is continually modified by legal rules and regulations, continuous cooperation is planned in this field to keep the profile up to date and to develop it.


3. Attributes – Food 3.1 Basics 3.1.1 Product identification and classification

Trade item identification: GTIN [M017] Definition: The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is the GS1 key used to uniquely identify a trade item (also for re- or transport packagings). A trade item is any item (product or service) upon which there is a need to retrieve pre-defined information, and that may be planned, priced, ordered, delivered and/or invoiced at any point in any supply chain.

Target market country code [M011] Definition: Target market (country) assigned to the trade item (and all of its packaging items). The target market is where the trade item is intended to be sold. Different target markets have different demands regarding the item master data profile, which is governed by national laws or the relevant GS1 organisations. For Migros, Switzerland is the target market.

Information provider GLN [M365] Definition: GLN of the information provider, under which the base unit and all of its packaging items are stored in the atrify pool. Data controllers are identified by the GLN.

Information provider name [M366] Definition: Name of the information provider.

Trade item unit descriptor [M242] Definition: Describes the hierarchical level of the trade item (e.g., pallet, case, base unit or each, etc.). Trade item hierarchy = base unit + packaging item

Is trade item a base unit [M243] Definition: Indicator identifying the item as the base unit level of the trade item hierarchy.

Is trade item a consumer unit [M247] Definition: Identifies whether the product is designed to be a consumer unit or not. Consumer units are food in pre-packaging, which are intended to be taken possession of, or to be consumed or used by an end user or both.

Is trade item an orderable unit [M244] Definition: An indicator identifying that the information provider considers this trade item to be at a hierarchy level where they will accept orders from customers. If the base unit or packaging item cannot be ordered individually, but only as one of many in a re-packaging or transport packaging item, "No" is to be given. The relevant re- or transport packaging should then be marked as an ordering unit instead.


Is trade item a despatch unit [M248] Definition: An indicator identifying that the information provider considers the trade item as an individual despatch (shipping) unit. If it is, however, as a rule delivered only as one of many within a further repackaging, e.g. packed in a carton, this packaging is to be marked as a despatch unit instead.

Is trade item an invoice unit [M245] Definition: Indication, whether the base unit or packaging item is an invoice unit of the data supplier, or is not. If the base item or packaging item cannot be invoiced individually but only as one of many in a repackaging or transport packaging item, "No" is to be given, while the relevant repackaging item is then to be marked as invoice unit instead.

Effective date time [M002] Definition: The date on which the information contents of the master data version are valid. This effective date can be used for initial trade item offering, or to mark a change in the information related to an existing trade item. In the last case, it would mark when these changes take effect.

Start availability date time [M005] Definition: The date (and time) from which the trade item becomes available from the supplier, including seasonal or temporary trade items.

Regulated product name / Language [M261] (=legal name) Multilingual: Yes, up to 500 characters

Definition: The prescribed, regulated or generic product name or denomination that describes the true nature of the food and is sufficiently precise to distinguish it from other foods according to country specific regulation. The regulated product name is also known as legal name.

GPC Brick [M317] Definition: GPC Brick code of the GS1 Global Product Classification (GPC), that specifies the product category of the trade item. - The guessing tool provided in the WS|publishing tool helps you to allocate the correct GPC Brick code. You receive suggestions to classify products based on the short descriptions, descriptions, brand names and functions you provide. As an alternative, you can select the GPC Brick code from a list. Information on Brick attribute types is optional and goes beyond Migros requirements.

VAT [M330] Definition: Country-specific legally binding VAT for the trade item, e.g. zero, low or standard.

Manufacturer GLN [M368] Definition: GLN of the trade item's manufacturer, which can be different from the information provider.


Brandname [M254] Definition: The name used by the brand owner to uniquely identify a line of trade items or services, which is recognizable for the consumer.

Trade item description / Language [M259] Multilingual: Yes, up to 200 characters

Definition: An understandable and useable description of a product using a combination of key elements such as Brand Name, Sub-Brand (if applicable), Functional Name, Variant, and Net Content.

Description short / Language [M260] Multilingual: Yes, up to 35 characters

Definition: Description short, i.e. the trade item's short, but possibly complete product description. The description short (ex Item name (long)) is used to uniquely identify the trade item with its characteristic features.

Functional name / Language [M253] Multilingual: Yes, up to 35 characters

Definition: Describes use of the product by the consumer. It should help clarify the product classification associated with the GTIN. For example, "salad dressing", "drill", "soup", "beer", etc.

3.1.2 Quantities Net content / UOM [M281] / Net quantity

Definition: The amount of a trade item contained in the package, as claimed on the label (according to the country specific regulation on packagings labelling), in case of a multi-pack the net content of the total trade item. For fixed value trade items use the value on the package to avoid variable fill rate issue that arises with some trade items sold by volume or weight whose actual content may vary slightly from batch to batch. In case of variable quantity trade items indicate the average quantity. The net quantity can be given in number of units, in grams or litres. If you indicate the "net quantity" in number of units, you also need to fill in the section "net weight". Net content is also known as net quantity.

Net weight / UOM [M278] Status: Only required if the number of units was mentioned under net quantity, in which case weight must be stated.

Definition: Value of net weight of the trade item.

Gross weight / UOM [M279] Definition: Gross weight of the base unit or packaging item including the entire packaging material, also those of the packaging items contained. (At pallet level the gross weight includes the weight of the pallet itself.)


Is base price declaration relevant [M321] Definition: An indicator whether, or not, this item is mandated to have price comparison information included according to country specific pricing directives, e.g. price per 100 ml or price per 100g.

Specifically for Migros: Required unless it is an exception according to the regulation on the notification of prices. If drained net weight is stated, the basic price refers to the drained net weight.

Drained weight / UOM [M280] Status: Required if drained net weight must be stated because it also appears on the packaging

Definition: The weight of the trade item when drained off its liquid.

Number of servings per package [M076] Definition: The total number of servings contained in the package.

Number of servings per package: Measurement precision code [M476] Definition: Code that specifies the number of servings per package, e.g. Approximate value ( ~) . One should follow local regulatory guidelines when selecting a precision.

3.1.3 Consumer informations

For the following attributes, please enter the consumer information that must be declared pursuant to Swiss law:

• Consumer storage instructions / Language[M362] • Consumer usage instructions / Language [M363] • Declaration obligatory [M023] • Compulsory additive label information / Language (M094) • Preservation technique code (M145) • Is homogenised (M146) • Ingredient of concern code (M038)

Information that does not fit into any of the above categories must be listed under the attribute Consumer package disclaimer / Languag [M364].

Consumer storage instructions / Language [M362] Status: Required for relevant types of goods, up to 1000 characters

Multilingual: Yes

Definition: Consumer storage instructions of a product which are normally held on the label or accompanying the product. This may or may not be labeled on the pack. Instructions may refer to a suggested storage temperature, and/or other specific storage requirements The consumer storage instructions are also know as storage and cooling informations.

This information is mandatory for food products. Please refer to the Hygiene Directive and the LIV.

Examples:

• Store in a cool, dry place. • Store at room temperature • Store refrigerated at temperatures of 4-8°C • Once opened, keep refigerated and use within 2 days


Consumer usage instructions / Language [M363] Status: Required for relevant types of goods, up to 1000 characters

Multilingual: Yes

Definition: Consumer usage instructions of a product which are normally held on the label or accompanying the product. This may or may not be labeled on the pack. Instructions may refer to how the consumer is to use the product, but do not include storage, food preparations and drug dosage and preparation.

This information is mandatory for food products.

Examples:

• Shake well before use • Intended for rapid consumption • Must be cooked before eating

Consumer package disclaimer / Languag [M364] Status: Required for relevant types of goods, up to 1000 characters

Multilingual: Yes

Definition: Additional product information that should be disclosed in advertising or signage. Specification of all consumer package disclaimers in connection with the product information mentioned. Theses disclaimers specifically refer to the instructions on the packaging.

Specifically for Migros: Warnings or mandatory information required by law. This information is mandatory for food products.

Examples:

• Peanuts are a choking hazard for children. • Increased caffeine content. Not recommended for children and pregnant or breastfeeding

women.

Compulsory additive label information / Language (M094) Status: Required for relevant types of goods, up to 1000 characters

Multilingual: Yes

Definition: A description of any compulsory label information on the product. Usually health related information for food products such as meats and sausages, meat products, bread and bread products.

Examples: Packaged under protective atmosphere

Contact name of distributor [M370]

Definition: The contact name of the distributor as expressed on the trade item packaging or label. This party is responsible for licensing and regulations within the target market and can be the manufacturer, importer, sales agent or broker.

Contact address of distributor [M371] Definition: Full company address of the distributor indicated on the product packaging or label.


3.1.4 eCommerce attributes

The following three e-commerce attributes are not yet mandatory and can be used optionally.

Trade item feature benefit / Language [M084] Multilingual: Yes, up to 250 characters

Definition: Element for consumer facing marketing content to describe the key features or benefits of the style suitable for display purposes.

The attribute "Feature Benefit" provides information on the major benefit/characteristics/utility of a product in short, worded sentences that can be used for marketing purposes and a brief description of the main product benefits or characteristic qualities of a product.

Example for a softener:

• Noticeably softer laundry • Anti-static • Dermatologically tested

Example for a hand lotion:

• Moisturising panthenol regenerates the skin and has a smoothing effect. • The light texture spreads easily and is absorbed quickly. • The scent of jasmine is a treat for the senses.

Trade item marketing message / Language [M256] Multilingual: Yes, up to 4000 characters

Definition: Marketing message associated with the trade item. - The marketing message can for example list the central features of the product, which illustrate the quality as well as its exclusivity. It can also contain information about the sustainability of the product and indicate the regional origin of the item or its ingredients. A short description of the value chain process from the producer to the customer can also be entered here. Explanations given in the marketing message should be focussed on the customer's need, must be consistent and easy to understand.

Trade item key words / Language [M170] Multilingual: Yes, up to 1000 characters

Definition: Words or phrases that enables web search engines to find trade items on the internet for example Shampoo, Lather, Baby.


3.2 Production background Trade item country of origin [M099]

Definition: Code of the country in which the trade item has been produced or manufactured. The term "country of origin" is subject to the customs law. (placeOfProductActivity/countryOfOrigin/countryCode) Pursuant to Swiss food legislation, the country of production or the country of origin must be stated.

Place of provenance / Language [M133] Definition: The place a trade item originates from. This is to be specfically used to enable things such as cities, mountain ranges, region that do not comply with ISO standards.

Organic certification body [M159] Status: Required for organic quality labels

Definition: Code number of the certification body or authority that certifies the company that - according to Council Regulation (EEC) Nr. 834/2007 on the organic production of agricultural products - places the item into circulation.

Is trade item a variable unit [M236] Definition: Indicates that the trade item is not a fixed quantity, but the quantity is variable. Trade item is used in continuous rather than discreet quantities. The quantity can be weight, length or volume, for example lettuce weighing 300 g, 299 g or 309 g all have the same price.

Variable weight range minimum value / UOM [M238] Status: Required if trade item is a variable unit

Definition: Variable Weight Range Minimum (also called Catch weight Range Minimum) identifies the lowest weight of the variable weight product.

Variable weight range maximum value / UOM [M239] Status: Required if trade item is a variable unit

Definition: Variable Weight Range Maximum (also called Catchweight Range Maximum) identifies the highest or ceiling weight of a variable weight product.

Health mark [M037] Status: Required for foodstuffs of animal origin

Definition: Identification of the permit or license given by the regulatory agency.

Specifically for Switzerland: The identification code must be stated if it is required pursuant to the ordinance of the FDHA on the provision of food information (LIV) 817.022.16 of 12 June 2018 and the ordinance of the FDHA on foodstuffs of animal origin, 817.022.108 of 1 May 2017. Example: CH301


3.3 Information specific to product groups Catch area [M125]

Status: Required for fish, crabs and molluscs

Definition: The FAO Major und Sub-Fishing Area(s) (inland and/or marine), where the fish or seafood was caught.

Catch method code [M126] Status: Required for fish, crabs and molluscs

Definition: The catch method for the fish or seafood as specified by FAO, Fisheries and Aquaculture Department of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. This required attribute will help the global retail industry to fulfil the EU requirements for a common fisheries policy. The catch method ist also known as fishing gear category.

Production method for fish and seafood code [M127] Status: Required for fish, crabs and molluscs

Definition: The production method for the fish or seafood as specified by FAO, Fisheries and Aquaculture Department of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. This required attribute will help the global retail industry to fulfill the EU requirements for a common fisheries policy.

Class [M027] / Functional class of additives Status: Required if contained in the product and if the information is required by law

Definition: Specifying the class of additives present in the product (additives to be declared and / or E-numbers). Can also be mentioned in front of the relevant ingredient in the ingredient statement. For example: Thickener: Guar gum (E412).

Class: Level of containmen [M028] Status: Required if contained in product and if the information is required by law, attribute M027 filled in.

Definition: Code indicating the level of presence of the additive.

Fat percentage in dry matter [%] [M138] Status: Required for specific product group, for example cheese

Definition: The amount of fat contained in the dry matter of the base product expressed in percentage.

Preservation technique code [M145] Status: Required for specific product group

Definition: Code value indicating the preservation technique used to preserve the product from deterioration.

Examples: Ultra-high heating, sterilisation, pasteurisation


Is homogenised [M146] Status: Required for specific product group

Definition: The indication whether or not the milk used was actively homogenised.

Place of birth / Language [M134] Status: Required for foodstuffs of animal origin and if the information is required by law

Multilingual: Yes, up to 500 characters

Definition: The place where the animals the meat comes from were born. The place may be a country, region (land or sea), city, etc. Since a company may have multiple facilities in multiple countries, the attribute needs to be repeated to reflect the potential places. The actual birth place of a particular animal would be transactional.

Specifically for Switzerland: The country of birth is expected in Swiss food legislation.

Place of rearing / Language [M135] Status: Required for foodstuffs of animal origin and if the information is required by law


Definition The place where the animals the meat comes from were raised after birth until they were slaughtered. The place may be a country, region (land or sea), city, etc. Since a company may have multiple facilities in multiple countries, the attribute needs to be repeated to reflect the potential places. The actual rearing place of a particular animal would be transactional.

Specifically for Switzerland: The country in which the animal gained the majority of its weight or spent most of its life.


3.4. Additional information 3.4.1 Nutritional values Preparation instructions / Language [M082]

Status: Required for specific product group


Definition Textual instruction on how to prepare the product before serving., z.B.: „Heat the bolognese sauce briefly in a pan (do not boil).", „Mix 2 tablespoons of powder with 2 tablespoons of water"

Specifically for Migros: Only fill in the field "Preparation Instructions" if the nutritional values for a special preparation (e.g. with 100 ml of milk) must be stated.

Preparation state [M032] Definition: Code specifying the preparation state the nutrient information applies to: prepared or unprepared.

Specifically for Migros: If "prepared" is selected, detailed and clear instructions must be on file for the preparation instructions [M082].

Examples:

• unprepared = original condition of the product (e.g. baking mixture, chocolate bar, etc.) • prepared = consumable product (the cake produced from the baking mixture by adding milk and

butter or any product that requires additional ingredients to make it consumable)

Nutrient basis quantity / UOM [M072] Definition: Measurement value specifying the reference value in which the information per nutrient has been stated. For food supplements, please select per 1 portion.

Examples: Per 100 grams, per 100 ml or per 1 serving

Serving size description / Language [M074] Multilingual: Yes, up to 70 characters

Definition: Free text field specifying the serving size for which the information per nutrient has been stated. Examplesl: 1 portion = 2 tablespoons, daily ration = 3 portions

Serving size: Value / UOM [M075] Definition: Measurement value specifying the serving size in which the information per nutrient has been stated.

Example: Per 6 grams.

Energy value: kcal [M052] Definition: Energy value in kilocalories (kcal) based on the given nutrient basis quantity.


Energy value: kJ] [M053] Definition: Energy value in kilojoules (kJ) based on the given nutrient basis quantity.

Nutritional content information: Component [M057] Definition: A code identifying a nutrient or a component of the nutritional content contained in the product, for example fat, carbohydrate etc.

The following nutritional values are mandatory except for foods that are exempted from nutrition labelling pursuant to the ordinance of the FDHA on information on food (LIV) 817.022.16: Energy value and fat content, saturated fats, carbohydrates, sugar, protein and salt

Nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M059] Definition: Measurement value indicating the amount of the nutrient component referring to the indicated nutrient basis quantity.

Nutritional content information: Measurement precision code [M058] Definition: Code indicating whether the specification of the nutrient content or value is for example approximate or less than.

Other nutritional content information: Component [M062] Status: Required if present in food product

Definition: A code identifying a nutrient or a component of the (other) nutritional content contained in the product, stated on the product packaging.

Beispiele: Ammonia, Amylopectin, Amylose, Arabinose in dietary fibre, Barium, Betaine, Cholesterol; determined by chemical method (classical), Fatty acids, total n-3 polyunsaturated, Fatty acids, total n-6 polyunsaturated, Fructose, Glucose, Inositol…

Other nutritional content information: measurement precision code [M063] Status: Required if the attribute Other nutritional content information [M062] is filled in

Definition: Code indicating whether the specification of the (other) nutrient content or value is for example approximate or less than.

Other nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M064] Status: Required if the attribute Other nutritional content information [M062] is filled in

Definition: Measurement value indicating the amount of the (other) nutrient component referring to the indicated nutrient basis quantity.


3.4.2 Vitamins / Minerals Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067]

Status: Required if present in food product

Definition: A code identifying a vitamin or mineral contained in the product., that are stated on the product packaging.

Specifically for Switzerland: According to the ordinance of the FDHA on food supplements (VNem) of 1 May 2018: The content of vitamins, minerals and other substances and their percentage of the reference amounts according to Annex 10 Part A of the ordinance of the FDHA of 16 December 20161 with regard to the information on food (LIV) must be stated in numerical form per recommended daily dose.

Vitamins / Minerals: Value / UOM [M068] Status: Required if the attribute Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067] is filled in

Definition: Measurement value indicating the amount of the vitamin or mineral referring to the indicated nutrient basis quantity.

Specifically for Switzerland: According to the ordinance of the FDHA on food supplements (VNem) of 1 May 2018: The content of vitamins, minerals and other substances and their percentage of the reference amounts according to Annex 10 Part A of the ordinance of the FDHA of 16 December 20161 with regard to the information on food (LIV) must be stated in numerical form per recommended daily dose.

Vitamins / Minerals: Measurement precision code [M069] Status: Required if the attribute Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067] is filled in

Definition: Code indicating whether the specification of the vitamin or mineral content is for example approximate or less than.

Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA [M070] Status: Required if the attribute Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067] is filled in

Definition: Percentage of the recommended daily intake (RDA = Recommended Daily Allowance) in which the vitamin or mineral is contained in the indicated nutrient basis quantity.

Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA measurement precision code [M071] Status: Required if the attribute Vitamins / Minerals: Code [M067] is filled in

Definition: Code of the measurement precision indicating whether the specified percentage of the RDA (= Recommended Daily Allowance) of the amount of the vitamin or mineral content is for example approximate or less than.


3.4.3 Allergens Allergen type code [M029]

Status Required if present in food product

Definition: Code indicating the type of allergen. If a product contains allergens, they must be included in the ingredients statement.

Allergen: Level of containmentmmens [M030] Status: Required if the attribute Allergene type code is filled in

Definition: Code indicating the level of presence of the allergen. For example „contains“ or „may contain“.

Allergen statement / Language [M031] Multilingual: Yes, up to 1000 characters

Definition: Textual description of the presence or absence of allergens as governed by local rules and regulations, specified as one string. (Repetition of the contained allergens; separated by commas)

3.4.4 Ingredient statement and further ingredients Ingredient statement / Language [M047]


Definition: Information on the constituent ingredient make up of the product specified as one string. Always starts with the term "ingredients"; may indicate quantities; allergens must be written in capitals.

Schweiz spezifisch: The following requirements from the LIV ordinance must be met (this is not an exhaustive list):

1 The list of ingredients must be preceded by a heading or a suitable name that contains the term "ingredients".

2 All ingredients must be stated with their legal name in descending order with regard to the quantities used. The mass percentage at the time of processing is decisive.

3 Ingredients in the form of technically produced nano materials must be followed by the word "nano" in brackets.

4 The list of ingredients with a specific scientific nomenclature must contain a note for food products that bear health-related information on the addition of microorganisms. If a vitamin or mineral is listed in the list of ingredients, the compound name must be stated in brackets.

5 The details of the specification and the name of the ingredients must conform to Annex 5.

The quantities must be indicated as a percentage of the entire product at the time of production, according to the following legal provisions:

1 The quantity of an ingredient must be stated if the ingredient:

a. is mentioned in the legal name;

b. is usually associated with the legal name by consumers;

c. is highlighted on the label with words, images or graphic illustrations;


d. is essential to describe a food product and its difference to other products with which it could be confused because of its name or appearance.

2 The details of the quantitative declaration of the ingredients and cases in which the indication of quantity is not required for certain ingredients conform with Annex 7.

Ingredient of concern code [M038] Status: Required if iodized salt or raw milk is present in product

Definition: Indicates a claim to an ingredient, considered to be a concern for regulatory or other reasons, and which is "contained" within the trade item but may not need to specify the amount whether approximate or an accurate measurement be given.

Declaration obligatory [M023] Status: Required if declaration obligatory additives are present in product

Definition: Declaration obligatory additives contained in the product and specific accompanying particulars.

Schweiz spezifisch: Wird Nanotechnologie eingesetzt und erfolge eine Strahlenbehandlung des Produktes oder der Komponenten?

Declaration obligatory: Level of containment [M024] Status: Required if attribute M023 is filled in

Definition: Code indicating the level of presence of the additive.

Does trade item contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M097]

Definition: A statement of the presence or absence of genetically modified protein or DNA in the item.

NOTE: The following attributes refer to the individual ingredients, NOT the entire product.

Ingredient name / Language [M039] Multilingual: Yes, up to 70 characters

Definition: Text field indicating one ingredient or ingredient group (according to regulations of the target market). Ingredients include any additives (colorings, preservatives, e-numbers, etc) that are encompassed.

Ingredient sequence [M040] Status: Required if the attribute Ingredient name / Language [M039] is filled in

Definition: Integer (01, 01.01, 02, 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 03 …) indicating the ingredient order by content percentage of the product. (first major ingredient = 01, first subingredient 01.01, second subingredient 01.02, second major ingredient = 02) etc.


Does ingredient contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M042] Status: Required if present in food product

Definition: A statement of the presence or absence of genetically modified protein or DNA.

Schweiz spezifisch: Note for food products that are genetically modified organisms (GMO), contain GMO or were obtained from GMO. Examples: contain, may contain, free from

Ingredient country of origin code [M044] Status: Required if the attribute Ingredient name / Language [M039] is filled in

Definition: The code of the country in which the ingredient has been produced or manufactured, according to criteria established for the purpose of application of the value may or may not be presented on the trade item label.

Ingredient fish catch zone [M045] Status: Required for fish, crabs and molluscs

Definition: The sea zone where the fish or seafood ingredient in the trade item was caught in. The fish catch zone is also know as fishing area.


3.5 Packaging / Logistics Measurements: Height / UOM [M272]

Definition: The height of the trade item including the packaging, as measured according to the GDSN Package Measurement Rules. If the trade item is a unit load, include the shipping platform.

Measurements: Width / UOM [M274] Definition: The width of the trade item including the packaging, as measured according to the GDSN Package Measurement Rules. If the trade item is a unit load, include the shipping platform.

Measurements: Depth / UOM [M273] Definition: The depth of the trade item including the packaging, as measured according to the GDSN Package Measurement Rules. If the trade item is a unit load, include the shipping platform.

Packaging type code [M286] Definition: Code defining the type of packaging used as a container in which the trade item is packed for transport, storage, handling or display, for example bag.

Is packaging marked returnable [M356] Definition: Indication whether the trade item has a label declaring the packaging may be returned, or has not. This applies to returnable packaging with or without deposit.


4. Attributes - Cosmetics

To keep the document clear, cosmetics attributes are listed with the attribute name and the M number hereafter. If you wish to look up any definitions, you can search for the M number in this document. You will find the information in Section 3. Attributes – Food Products. The attributes related to cosmetics are listed below.

4.1 FMCG Mandatory attributes

M017 Trade item identification: GTIN M011 Target market country code M365 Information provider GLN M366 Information provider name M242 Trade item unit descriptor M243 Is trade item a base unit M247 Is trade item a consumer unit M244 Is trade item an orderable unit M248 Is trade item a despatch unit M245 Is trade item an invoice unit M002 Effective date time M005 Start availability date time M317 GPC Brick M330 VAT M368 Manufacturer GLN M254 Brand name M260 Description short / Language M253 Functional name / Language M281 Net content (net quantity) / UOM M279 Gross weight / UOM M236 Is trade item a variable unit M272 Measurements: Height / UOM M274 Measurements: Width / UOM M273 Measurements: Depth / UOM M286 Packaging type code M356 Is packaging marked returnable


4.2 Attributes related to Migros cosmetics

Nonfood ingredient statement / Language [M174] Multilingual: Yes, up to 5000 characters

Definition: Ingredient statement for non-food items.

(The constituent non-food ingredients of the product specified as one string, comma separated).

1. Introduction1.1 Target groups of the document1.2 Contents of the document1.3 Using the document1.4 Explanation of the information per attribute

2. GDSN2.2 What is GDSN?2.3. Why should article master data be exchanged via GDSN?

3. Attributes – Food3.1 Basics3.1.1 Product identification and classificationTrade item identification: GTIN [M017]Target market country code [M011]Information provider GLN [M365]Information provider name [M366]Trade item unit descriptor [M242]Is trade item a base unit [M243]Is trade item a consumer unit [M247]Is trade item an orderable unit [M244]Is trade item a despatch unit [M248]Is trade item an invoice unit [M245]Effective date time [M002]Start availability date time [M005]Regulated product name / Language [M261] (=legal name)GPC Brick [M317]VAT [M330]Manufacturer GLN [M368]Brandname [M254]Trade item description / Language [M259]Description short / Language [M260]Functional name / Language [M253]

3.1.2 QuantitiesNet content / UOM [M281] / Net quantityNet weight / UOM [M278]Gross weight / UOM [M279]Is base price declaration relevant [M321]Drained weight / UOM [M280]Number of servings per package [M076]Number of servings per package: Measurement precision code [M476]

3.1.3 Consumer informationsConsumer storage instructions / Language [M362]Consumer usage instructions / Language [M363]Consumer package disclaimer / Languag [M364]Compulsory additive label information / Language (M094)Contact name of distributor [M370]Contact address of distributor [M371]

3.1.4 eCommerce attributesTrade item feature benefit / Language [M084]Trade item marketing message / Language [M256]Trade item key words / Language [M170]

3.2 Production backgroundTrade item country of origin [M099]Place of provenance / Language [M133]Organic certification body [M159]Is trade item a variable unit [M236]Variable weight range minimum value / UOM [M238]Variable weight range maximum value / UOM [M239]Health mark [M037]3.3 Information specific to product groupsCatch area [M125]Catch method code [M126]Production method for fish and seafood code [M127]Class [M027] / Functional class of additivesClass: Level of containmen [M028]Fat percentage in dry matter [%] [M138]Preservation technique code [M145]Is homogenised [M146]Place of birth / Language [M134]Place of rearing / Language [M135]

3.4. Additional information3.4.1 Nutritional valuesPreparation instructions / Language [M082]Preparation state [M032]Nutrient basis quantity / UOM [M072]Serving size description / Language [M074]Serving size: Value / UOM [M075]Energy value: kcal [M052]Energy value: kJ] [M053]Nutritional content information: Component [M057]Nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M059]Nutritional content information: Measurement precision code [M058]Other nutritional content information: Component [M062]Other nutritional content information: measurement precision code [M063]Other nutritional content information: Value / UOM [M064]

3.4.2 Vitamins / MineralsVitamins / Minerals: Code [M067]Vitamins / Minerals: Value / UOM [M068]Vitamins / Minerals: Measurement precision code [M069]Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA [M070]Vitamins / Minerals: % RDA measurement precision code [M071]

3.4.3 AllergensAllergen type code [M029]Allergen: Level of containmentmmens [M030]Allergen statement / Language [M031]

3.4.4 Ingredient statement and further ingredientsIngredient statement / Language [M047]Ingredient of concern code [M038]Declaration obligatory [M023]Declaration obligatory: Level of containment [M024]Does trade item contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M097]Ingredient name / Language [M039]Ingredient sequence [M040]Does ingredient contain genetically modified protein or DNA [M042]Ingredient country of origin code [M044]Ingredient fish catch zone [M045]

3.5 Packaging / LogisticsMeasurements: Height / UOM [M272]Measurements: Width / UOM [M274]Measurements: Depth / UOM [M273]Packaging type code [M286]Is packaging marked returnable [M356]

4. Attributes - Cosmetics4.1 FMCG Mandatory attributes4.2 Attributes related to Migros cosmeticsNonfood ingredient statement / Language [M174]

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