Hello @kxsRSC,
Regarding your first question, the measurement precision codes.
In practice, there is little to no functional difference between APPROXIMATELY and ABOUT. Both indicate that the reported nutrient value is not an exact measured quantity but an estimate.
The subtle distinction is:
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APPROXIMATELY = the value is derived from analysis, calculation, or estimation and may vary slightly.
- Example: Protein = approximately 5 g.
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ABOUT = a more general statement that the value is close to the stated amount.
- Example: Contains about 5 g protein.
For GDSN implementations, trading partners and local regulations may define which code should be used. The GS1 description specifically gives APPROXIMATELY as the example for values that result from methods producing an approximate nutrient content.
If you're populating the measurement precision codes and the value is not an exact laboratory-measured or regulated value, APPROXIMATELY is generally the preferred code unless your recipient's implementation guideline explicitly requires ABOUT.
Regarding your second question, yes, uploading NFPs on Packages can be done. We can suggest doing this if the Package is also a consumer unit and sold in the stores directly to customers. Otherwise, there is no benefit for the retailers to receive nutritional information for a non-consumer unit item.
Thanks.
