3. Declared net content
New GTIN for:
Item
Existing higher-level packaging
“Net Content” is defined as the amount of the consumable product of the trade item contained in a package, as declared on the label, which may include: net weight, volume, count, units, etc.
Any change (increase or decrease) to the legally-required declared net content that is printed on the pack, requires assignment of a new GTIN.
New GTIN for:
Item
Existing higher-level packaging
Hierarchy level of GTIN assignment
- The GTIN change occurs at the retail consumer trade item or base unit level.
- A unique GTIN is assigned at every existing level of packaging hierarchy above the retail consumer trade item/base unit level.
Example business scenarios that require GTIN change
- The declared net weight of a bag of salty snacks increases from 680 g (24 oz) to 794 g (28 oz).
- The declared number of diapers in a package of disposable diapers changes from a 14 to a 12 count.
- The declared count of the number of razors in a package changes from 4 to 6 and there are no dimensional changes.
- A bonus amount of product is now included in the pack and in the declaration to the consumer. For example, a 4 pack (count) of lip balm is increased and is declared as a 6 pack (count) bonus pack. The additional product (2 count) is declared to the consumer (is now 6 count)
Additional information
- The requirement does not include any marketing declarations or suggestions that are for the consumer’s knowledge, but not directly related to pricing, brand, government regulations. For example: suggested serving size.
- Declared net content is what is used to develop shelf labelling and price per unit declared to the consumer. Accuracy and synchronisation is essential and failure to comply may result in a penalty.
- Local, national or regional regulations may require more frequent GTIN changes. Such regulations have precedence over the rules provided within the GTIN Management Standard.
