Why Should I Purchase from Bar Codes Talk Instead of Directly from GS1?
- There are only two legal ways to acquire GTINs: renting from GS1 or owning pre-2002 GS1-USA GTINs from a verified reseller.
- Bar Codes Talk provides legally ownable, GS1-compliant GTINs with no renewal fees ever.
- Our GTINs are globally unique, never used, and issued only once to you for life.
- We offer flexible quantities at competitive pricing, unlike GS1’s fixed, high-cost bundles.
- Bar Codes Talk has over a decade of experience and has issued millions of GTINs to businesses worldwide.
There are only two ways to legally acquire a GTIN (UPC/EAN barcode number):
What happens if I rent GTINs directly from GS1?
1: You can rent GTINs from GS1 for a high upfront cost plus annual renewal fees. If you stop paying, GS1 can revoke the codes and recycle them.
How can I own my GTINs outright?
2: You can own your GTINs outright by purchasing from a legitimate barcode broker like Bar Codes Talk. This is possible due to the GS1/UCC class-action lawsuit settlement in 2002. More information is available here: GS1/UCC Settlement
Our GTIN prefix inventory comes from GS1-US (formerly the UCC) prior to 2002. This allows you to legally own your GTINs instead of being forced into GS1’s rental model. Every UPC/EAN (GTIN) we provide is globally unique, never before used, and permanently assigned to you. These GTINs never expire.
Why do your GTINs cost less?
We can sell GTINs in any quantity you need. GS1 sells only in fixed blocks of 10, 100, 1,000, and higher, each with increasing fees and annual renewals. Our flexible model ensures you pay only for what you need.
Is Bar Codes Talk a trusted provider?
Bar Codes Talk has been in the barcode business for over 10 years, has printed barcode labels, and has issued over 125 million UPC & EAN numbers to more than 150,000 companies worldwide.
How can I get help?
Give us a call and let us know how we can assist you: 1-877-263-1343 option 1.
