Master Data and GS-1 Standards

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May 24th, 2021

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At HDA's Traceability Webinar Series, panelists shared the following links to information on GS1, GTINs, and more.

Who is GS1?

Global standards organization integral to DSCSA compliance and the only interoperable, international standards that currently comply with DSCSA.

What is a GCP- Global Company Prefix?

https://www.gs1us.org/upcs-barcodes-prefixes/get-a-barcode

What is a GTIN- Global Trade Item Number?

https://www.rxtrace.com/2012/01/anatomy-of-a-gtin.html/

What is a GLN- Global Location Number?https://www.gs1.org/docs/healthcare/GLN_Healthcare_Imp_Guide.pdf

How to implement GS1 Standards for DSCSA

https://www.gs1us.org/industries/healthcare/standards-in- use/pharmaceutical/dscsa-implementation-guideline

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