Lot Tracking
Lot Tracking is recording the production lot or batch number of each unit received and shipped so it can be traced later.
Why it matters for ecommerce brands
Required for recalls and common for supplements, cosmetics, and food. It also supports FEFO rotation.
Common questions
- Which products need lot tracking?
- Lot tracking is standard for food, supplements, cosmetics, and other products with expiration dates or recall risk. Many retailers and marketplaces also require lot or expiration data for these categories.
Cite this entry
"Lot Tracking." Fulfillment Lexicon, last reviewed October 16, 2026. https://fulfillment.wiki/glossary/lot-tracking/