GTIN
What does GTIN stand for?
Global Trade Item Number
What does GLN stand for?
Global Location Number
What is the tool called that will help determine when a New GTIN is needed?
Decision Tool
When is it appropriate to use the U.P. C Company Prefix?
When creating a GTIN-12
List ALL GTIN types
GTIN-8, GTIN-12, GTIN-13, GTIN-14
What are the components of the GLN?
GS1 Company Prefix + Location Reference + Check Digit
What will the GS1 Company Prefix start with if you are able to create a GTIN-13?
1-9
What are the components of a GTIN-14
Indicator Digit + GS1 Company Prefix + Item Reference Number + Check Digit
List the 4 types of Locations
- Legal Entities, Functional Entities, Physical Locations, Digital Locations
What is GTIN No Reuse?
As of Dec 2018, a GTIN allocated to a trade item SHALL NOT be reallocated to another trade item.
How can someone obtain a GS1 Company Prefix?
Apply with their local MO.
This GTIN can be used in conjunction with a UPC-A barcode.
GTIN-12
Name a Standards Document for GLNs
An Introduction to the Global Location Number (GLN)
What are 2 exceptions included in the GTIN No-Reuse Change?
1. If a GTIN was assigned to an item but never produced, the GTIN can be removed from the catalog/database. The GTIN can then be used 12 months after the deletion.
2. GTINs that are withdrawn from the market and are reintroduced may use the same/original GTIN if the item is reintroduced with no modifications.
How long can a U.P.C Company Prefix be?
6-10 digits long
What is the name of the standards document that members can reference to understand the usage of the GTIN and the structure of the GTIN?
An Introduction to the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN).
How are GLNs used?
GLNs are used to identify parties to business transactions; functional groups within a company; or real, physical “places” that might ship, receive, process, or hold inventories.
i.e: Whole companies, accounting departments, shipping docks, GDSN, warehouse, EDI gateway
What is the name of the standards document that can help members make consistent decisions about the unique identification of trade items in open supply chains.
GTIN Management Standard
What is the difference between a GS1 Company Prefix and a GS1 Prefix?
The GS1 Prefix is the first 3 digits of a GS1 Company Prefix.