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# Overview

A recipe ID (also called recipe token) is a unique 8-character identifier that represents a saved configuration of a customized product. It captures all customer selections, options, and customizations made during the product configuration process.

### Key Concepts

#### Recipe Token Structure

* 8 alphanumeric characters
* Example: `"1609c0e8"`, `"e6f382a5"`
* Case-sensitive
* Uniquely identifies a specific product configuration

#### What a Recipe Contains

* Selected product options
* Customization details
* Material selections
* Color choices
* Personalization text
* Component configurations
* Associated images and perspectives