Definition
An ASIN (Amazon Standard Identification Number) is a unique 10-character alphanumeric identifier assigned by Amazon to every product in its catalog, used to organize and reference items across the marketplace.
In Depth
Every product listed on Amazon receives an ASIN, which remains consistent across Amazon's regional marketplaces. For books, the ASIN matches the ISBN-10. ASINs are essential for any programmatic interaction with Amazon's catalog, from product lookups to price monitoring and inventory tracking. When using a search API like Scavio to query Amazon, results include ASINs for each product, enabling developers to build direct product links, track price history, and monitor competitor listings. ASINs are also used in Amazon's advertising platform for targeting and reporting, making them a critical identifier for e-commerce teams.
Example Usage
A price monitoring tool calls Scavio's Amazon API with the query 'wireless earbuds' and receives results including the ASIN B09JQL3NWT for each product. It stores these ASINs and tracks daily price changes for a portfolio of 500 competitor products.
Platforms
ASIN (Amazon Standard Identification Number) is relevant across the following platforms, all accessible through Scavio's unified API:
- Amazon
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