Obtaining a GS1 Barcode from TOBB

Obtaining a GS1 Barcode from TOBB

The TOBB GS1 acquisition process involves applying to the International Goods and Services Numbering Center (MMHM) under the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) to obtain GS1 barcode numbers (GTIN - Global Trade Item Number) for your products and a GS1 company prefix (GCP - Global Company Prefix) for your business.

What is GS1?

GS1 is a global organization that develops and implements standards for the unique identification of products, services, locations, and assets. The most well-known GS1 standard is the barcodes found on retail products worldwide.

What Are GS1 Barcode Numbers (GTIN) Used For?

• Unique Product Identification: Each product is assigned a globally valid, unique number.

• Supply Chain Efficiency: Facilitates tracking and managing products across the supply chain (production, storage, transportation, sales).

• Automation: Allows product information to be automatically entered into systems via barcode scanners.

• Fast and Accurate Data Exchange: Ensures smooth and accurate information flow between business partners.

• Inventory Tracking and Management: Enables precise and up-to-date stock monitoring.

• Fraud Prevention: Reduces counterfeiting and makes product duplication more difficult.

• Consumer Information Accuracy: Helps consumers access correct and reliable product details.
  
  

What is a GS1 Company Prefix (GCP)?

The GS1 Company Prefix is a unique numerical identifier assigned to your business within the GS1 system. It typically consists of 4 to 12 digits and is placed at the beginning of all GS1 barcode numbers associated with your company. This prefix ensures that your barcode numbers are globally unique and that your products can be easily distinguished.