What is my GS1 company prefix?
What is my GS1 company prefix?
The GS1 Company Prefix is a unique number that will identify your company as the owner of your barcode and the product it’s on….GS1 Company Prefix.
| Number of products needing a barcode** | Initial fee | Annual renewal fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 1,000 | $2,500 | $500 |
| 1 – 10,000 | $6,500 | $1,300 |
| 1 – 100,000 | $10,500 | $2,100 |
How many digits is a GS1 company prefix?
A GS1 Company Prefix is a unique string of four to twelve digits used to issue GS1 identification keys.
How do I find a company’s prefix?
You can also find your GS1 Company Prefix by visiting the GS1 Company Database (GEPIR). You can search the database by Company Name or specific identification number – GTIN (Global Trade Item Number), GLN (Global Location Number) or SSCC (Serial Shipping Container Code).
Is a GS1 company prefix necessary?
Even though GS1 is technically a non-for-profit, it is our opinion they encourage clients to get Prefixes with too much initial capacity. Their application for new members also has an immediate option to license more than one Company Prefix, which is not necessary.
Is a GS1 company prefix required?
Before you can begin using GS1 identification keys and barcodes, you need a GS1 Company Prefix. This globally unique code allows you to start using GS1 identification standards.
How do I get a GS1 company prefix in India?
Process for obtaining Barcode in India
- GS1 India registration form duly filled and signed along with the “product classification sheet” duly encircling/highlighting the product categories being manufactured/supplied.
- Request letter/forwarding letter on letterhead for allocation of GS1 company prefix number.
Do I need a company prefix to sell on Amazon?
By obtaining GS1 UPC barcodes, Amazon sellers are provided a GS1 Company Prefix which uniquely identifies their company. Amazon, like many other companies, requires the Company Prefix to reflect the actual brand owner and not some 3rd party reseller company.
What is the difference between prefix and GTIN?
The Prefix is what identifies your company. The GTIN (partially made up of the Prefix) is what identifies your product online. The barcode is what identifies your product at a physical checkout counter.
What is a UPC company prefix?
A crucial component of the UPC data string is the 6-9 digit company prefix which uniquely identifies a company. This company prefix is used in many other barcode data structures and EDI transactions. Unfortunately, some companies, either knowingly or unknowingly, use UPC barcodes with shared company prefixes.
What is EAN prefix?
An EAN-13 number includes a 3-digit GS1 prefix (indicating country of registration or special type of product). A prefix with a first digit of “0” indicates a 12-digit UPC-A code follows. A prefix with first two digits of “45” or “49” indicates a Japanese Article Number (JAN) follows.