SALT, Pepper’s Smart Attribute Library and Taxonomy, is the product content engine that powers operator friendly item data across the Pepper platform. It gives distributors access to high quality product information and provides operators with a clear and reliable shopping experience.
What is SALT
SALT is Pepper’s centralized product attribute library built on GS1 standards. It brings together data from manufacturers, brand owners, and distributor supplied content to create one consistent source of truth for product information. When a catalog connects to Pepper, SALT automatically matches each item to the most complete and accurate data available. It includes images, nutritionals, ingredients, allergens, packaging details, GTIN level metadata, physical attributes and brand/manufacturer information
The library is continuously updated and expanded, giving distributors access to a broad and growing set of high quality product attributes.
A strong digital storefront depends on accurate and complete product content. The product library supports distributors by:
Improving product discoverability
Items become easier for operators to find when they include proper names, images, and searchable attributes.Increasing buyer confidence
Clear images, nutritionals, and allergen details help operators make informed purchasing decisions.Reducing manual content management
Automatic matching minimizes repetitive data entry and saves time for distributor teams.Ensuring consistency across all items
GS1 aligned data keeps product attributes standardized and reliable throughout the catalog.Supporting compliance and transparency
Ingredient and allergen information helps operators meet safety and regulatory expectations.
How to Verify Matches
On PMC, open the Tools tab at the top, then select the SALT Collection Explorer on the left.
2. Review the suggested matches and confirm accuracy. Any item can be opened for a detailed view, and multiple items or all items can be selected at once to accept or reject matches in bulk. If a suggested match is not correct, click Override to see an alternative suggestion, or click Reject to move it to the unmatched pile where new product content can be searched or added.
4. Once a match is created, all connected SALT matches for catalog items appear in the next tab, where items can be disconnected individually or in bulk.
5. Items without a match can be found in the unmatched tab, where the correct connection can be searched.
6. To view and explore other items, click on the Browse tab.
If no suitable match exists, custom content can be added by taking new product images and uploading them directly. Click here to learn how.