Last updated February 2025
The policies outlined and described in this document supersede any terms previously submitted by Supplier(s) to GFI unless special exceptions have been accepted in writing by GFI Executives.
See page 7 of this document for more details.
Policies and Procedures are subject to change
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a. Note: An item could have multiple, different issues.
Note: fees will still be charged on this audited received PO.
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Fees and fee rates subject to change.
GTIN-14’s should never change for the lifetime of an item. If your GTIN-14 in Mantis needs to be corrected, please submit a ticket on ZenDesk under GS1-128.
What does GFI require to be in the GS1-128 barcode?
Is there a specific order for the GS1-128 bar code data?
Does the date format matter?
Do I have to include date in my barcode?
Do I have to include weight in my barcode?
Do I have to include lot/batch in the barcode?
How do I create a GS1-128 barcode?
There are different variations of GS1-128: Which one does GFI require?
Do Master Cases need GS1-128 barcodes/labels?
Why GS1-128?
Do I need to include anything else on the besides the GS1-128 barcode?
One or more of your items is Non-Compliant. Follow these steps below...
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• Note: Many Vendors use the Date as the Batch/Lot number
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• Note: This is a laser printed GS1-128 barcode. Even though this one is Correct and Compliant, many laser printed GS1128 barcodes are not Compliant due to being unscannable from poor print quality
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