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EFDA-MVC Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA)Serialization Requirements
| Level | Required | Identifier Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit | Required | SGTIN |
GS1 DataMatrix barcode required per Traceability Directive No 43/2019 |
| Case/Bundle | Required | SSCC |
Serialized GTINs at case level with aggregation |
| Pallet/Shipper | Required | SSCC |
SSCC required for pallet level tracking |
Technical Specifications
- EpcisVersion: 1.2
- DataFormat: XML
- BarcodeType: DataMatrix (GS1)
- RequiredFields: GTIN, Serial Number, Batch/Lot, Expiry Date, GLN
Product Scope
- Prescribed Medicines
Official Documents
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Guideline
Global-Location-Number-GLN-Allocation-Guideline
EFDA
Circular
Traceability Timeline
Guideline
Global-Trade-Item-Number-GTIN-Allocation-Guideline
EFDA
Guideline
Identification-and-Labeling
EFDAKey Deadlines
Phase 1 - MAH Registration
Dec 02, 2025
Marketing Authorization Holders must register with EFDA-MVC
Phase 2 - Traceability events reporting
Jun 03, 2026
All Traceability Events Reporting
Phase 3 - Full Implementation and aggregation
Dec 01, 2026
Aggregation Reporting
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Yes, registration is required per the Pharmaceutical Products Traceability Directive No 43/2019 and related directives issued by EFDA.
Yes. All supply chain participants must obtain a Global Location Number (GLN) to identify their organizations and key operational locations per the traceability directive.
Invoicing Companies and Marketing Authorization Holders must register with GS1. GLN and GCP information can be found using the GS1 Lookup Directory and GTIN Management site.
Aggregation defines parent-child barcode relationships, allowing receivers to scan one code and understand complete shipment contents. Serialized GTINs are used at unit and case levels; SSCC applies to pallets.
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Last updated: January 09, 2026