When to change a Barcode (GTIN)
When launching a new product, changing an existing one or running a promotion many people are uncertain whether or not to keep or change the barcode number (GTIN).
Some examples of when you need to assign a new barcode number are shown below:
- Changes to the packaging material or type
- Changes to the packaging of the Consumer Retail Trade Item
- Minor formulation changes
Find out more about common product changes which may impact barcode number assignment.
Barcode (GTIN) allocation rules
Click on the below links to view the barcode (GTIN) allocation rules:
Re-using a Barcode Number
If a product is deleted from a range, the barcode number may be reassigned to another product if, the product is no longer within the supply chain and a period of no less than four years has lapsed since the product was deleted.
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