Lot Number Transitions Through the Production Chain
Lot numbers can change as product moves from receiving to production to shipping. In this example, see how each transition should be documented to keep the chain traceable.
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Strategies and examples for recordkeeping systems and traceability in organic handling operations, including audit trails, lot tracking, mass balance, required records, and compliant documentation practices.
Lot numbers can change as product moves from receiving to production to shipping. In this example, see how each transition should be documented to keep the chain traceable.
InfographicSee how the organic audit trail stays intact when a product passes through an uncertified supplier, and what records certified handlers must collect to prove the chain of custody.
InfographicAn infographic that shows the records you need at each stage of handling, from receiving through sale, and how lot numbers connect them into one audit trail.
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