To identify dependencies among and the content of hierarchically related groups of data segments
To specify basic item identification data
To describe a product or process in coded or free-form format
To specify the physical qualities, packaging, weights, and dimensions relating to the item
To specify the general class or specific characteristic upon which test results are being reported or are to be taken
To specify quantity information
To describe the nature of the test performed
3200
PSD
Physical Sample Description
To define the physical sample parameters associated with a test resulting in discrete measurements
To describe a specific period or interval at which tests are performed
To specify physical measurements or counts, including dimensions, tolerances, variances, and weights(See Figures Appendix for example of use of C001)
3500
SPS
Sampling Parameters for Summary Statistics
To define the sampling parameters associated with summary statistics
To provide summary statistics related to a specific collection of test result values
To specify pertinent dates and times
To transmit information in a free-form format, if necessary, for comment or special instruction
To transmit standard code list identification information
Code to transmit standard industry codes
4100
NM1
Individual or Organizational Name
To supply the full name of an individual or organizational entity
4200
N2
Additional Name Information
To specify additional names
To specify the location of the named party
To specify the geographic place of the named party
4500
PER
Administrative Communications Contact
To identify a person or office to whom administrative communications should be directed
To transmit identifying information as specified by the Reference Identification Qualifier
To specify item unit data