The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is an identifier for trade items, developed by the international organization GS1. |
These identifiers serve the purpose of looking up product information in a database, which could belong to a retailer, manufacturer, collector, researcher, or other entity. |
The uniqueness and universality of the GTIN are particularly useful for establishing correspondence between products in different databases, especially across organizational boundaries. |
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Here are some key points about GTIN-14 barcodes: |
Format and Structure: GTINs can be eight, twelve, thirteen, or fourteen digits long. |
The GTIN standard incorporates various existing numbering systems, including: International Standard Book Number (ISBN) International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) International Standard Music Number (ISMN) International Article Number (EAN) Some Universal Product Codes (UPCs) |
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GTIN-14 includes an additional component called the Indicator Digit, which can be any digit from 0 to 9. |
The structure of GTINs involves a combination of the Company Prefix, Item Reference, and a calculated Check Digit. |
Depending on the application, GTIN-12s may be shown in UPC-A, ITF-14, or GS1-128 barcodes. GTIN-13s may be encoded in EAN-13, ITF-14, or GS1-128 barcodes. GTIN-14s are typically encoded in ITF-14 or GS1-128 barcodes. |
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Use Cases: |
GTIN-14 is primarily used for wholesale shipments rather than retail point-of-sale transactions. It serves as a unique identifier for retail items, especially when products are packaged together (e.g., a case of individual items). GTIN-14 can be found on shipping containers, cartons, and pallets. Retailers and supply chain partners use GTIN-14 to manage inventory, track shipments, and ensure accurate distribution. |
GTIN-14 barcodes play a crucial role in supply chain management, facilitating efficient tracking and identification of products during distribution and logistics processes. |
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