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See the guidelines mostly used by members at the end of the page referenced below.

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Top 10 FAQs

1. What is a Global Trade Item Number and does GS1 South Africa license these?


2. How many Global Trade Item Numbers (GTIN’s) do I need to apply for?


3. Can I license more than 1 range of numbers?


4. What do I do after I receive my GTINs?


5. GS1 only supplies the GTIN, how do I go about getting the symbol (barcode lines)?


6. Does GS1 South Africa assist with printing a barcode?


7. Are there different barcode symbols?


8. How do I select the right barcode symbol for my product?


9. Once my barcodes are printed and ready, do I need to register the products with GS1 South Africa?


10. Do I need training?


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