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X12-DE-639

ASC X12 data element 639 — Basis of Unit Price Code.

Definition

Element 639 (Basis of Unit Price Code) uses codes: PE = per each, CP = price per case, DC = dollar per case, HE = price per hundred. Position PO104 of PO1 or IT104 of IT1.

Origin

Published by ASC X12 in the Data Element Dictionary (TS 838). Maintained under ANSI ASC X12 governance with semi-annual reviews.

Example in context

PO1*1*100*EA*9.95*PE*VP*WIDGET-001~ — unit price per each (PE).

  • PO1 — segment where DE 639 qualifies the price.

Last updated: May 15, 2026