Do I need a new GTIN?
Welcome to the GS1 GTIN Management Decision-Support Tool. Use it to understand when to change a GTIN used within open retail supply chains.
Guiding Principles for making good decisions
At least one of the following guiding principles must apply for a GTIN change to be required
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Is a consumer or supply chain partner expected to distinguish new or changed products from previous/current products? |
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Is there a regulatory/liability disclosure requirement to the consumer and/or trading partner? |
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Is there a material impact to the supply chain (i.e.: how the product is shipped, stored, received) |
Additional Information
- As always, it is important to maintain awareness of regulations that may require that GTIN change (whether locally, nationally or regionally).
- The GTIN Management Standard represents a minimum requirement. Please be advised that there may be regulation(s) in your market that are more stringent and SHALL be adhered to.
- All local legal and regulatory requirements supercede the GTIN Management Standard.