Can I still use my GS1 GTINs™ if I stop being a member of GS1?

Modified on Fri, 30 Aug at 12:58 PM

No, you cannot continue to use your GS1 GTINs™ if you are no longer a member in good standing of the issuing GS1 Member Organisation.


If you are no longer complying with the terms and conditions of your GS1 Member Organisation (e.g. you no longer pay the fees), you may not use the related GS1 GTINs™ anymore. Note that the data in our database about your GS1 GTINs™ will be limited and no longer up to date. The number will be marked as 'inactive' which means that, for example, a marketplace will not be able to check the full extent of the data it needs.


For GS1 GTINs™ made into a barcode, printed on a physical product and already in circulation on existing inventory, please reach out to your local GS1 Member Organisation for guidance.

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