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GTIN Allocation Rules

According to the presentation of each product, either in individual packing or in some grouping of the same they can get to change the Bar Code that identifies it; factors such as a change of presentation in the packaging, change of design, brand, temporary promotions, etc. are determinant in the identification number assigned to it.

To understand the importance of making these changes include a misidentified product that drastically affects the time at the convenience store places an order through the Electronic Catalog, this represents asking for a discontinued product and, therefore, the loss of sales, to mention one of the many consequences.

For this reason GS1 Mexico offers you a quick guide to Bar Code Assignment that will help you identify the most common cases in which you must change the Bar Code, as well as in cases where this is not necessary.

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