A batch is a defined quantity reflecting one homogeneous process including all materials, equipment, and processes used from raw material to packing material. This ensures that products with the same batch number are homogeneous in all aspects.
A batch code is an identification code assigned to a batch of cosmetics, material or medicine. It may contain information such as manufacturers code, production date, etc. The batch code is usually printed with a laser printer.
Batch tracking allows a product to be traced, end-to-end, from the manufacturer through a supplier to the practice. The process is used to keep track of which practices received specific batches of product and when they were received.
Serial Number A serial number is a unique identity for a specific item. For example, you can locate a computer using its serial number. The serial number can provide additional information regarding a specific item as its manufacturing date, warranty data, and so on.
A batch number is an identification number assigned to a particular quantity or batch of material from a single manufacturer. Batch numbers can typically be found on the outside of the packaging.