Differences Between GTIN vs UPC, EAN, ISBN

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Differences Between GTIN vs UPC, EAN, ISBN
GTIN stands for Global Trade Item Number. More
specifically, GTIN is the series of numbers
associated with a barcode. An organization's
unique products are identified by GTIN codes,
which are part of a larger global data
structure. It is technically impossible to
distinguish between a GTIN and a UPC since they
are the same thing. Likewise, UPC, EAN, and ISBN
are all GTINs. GTINs are numbers encoded into
either UPC, EAN, or ISBN barcodes. GTIN-12
(UPC), GTIN-13 (EAN), and ISBN are the three
types of GTINs. Although each serves different
purposes, each GTIN type is a part of the GS1
System of International Standards, so they are
all recognized globally. GTIN-12 UPC Code A
UPC is a 12-digit GTIN embedded in a barcode,
which is referred to as a universal product
code. A UPC number is a part of the data
structures used in the United States and
Canada. Upon acquisition of a UPC number, a
Company Prefix remains constant, lasting from 6
to 9 digits. The next set of numbers following
that are the product numbers assigned to a
unique item chosen by the purchaser. The last
digit in the UPC is called a check digit, which
is a calculation based on the 11 digits before
it. GTIN-13 EAN European Article Numbers, or
EANs, are 13-digit GTINs used globally, except in
the United States and Canada. Like a GTIN-12 or
UPC, an EAN is a 13-digit number attached to
barcodes. ISBN An ISBN, for International
Standard Book Number, is usually between 10-13
digits long and is long and embedded into a
barcode. Unlike a UPC or EAN, an ISBN identifies
a unique book or book-like product. And, as the
name suggests, it can be used to reference a
title at an international level. To get an ISBN,
youll have to get it through the UABN (Universal
Agency for Book Number or one of the 160 ISBN
agencies around the world, such as isbn.org.
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• How to purchase Gtin number
• Decide how many GTINs you need for your products.
• Choose and join a local GS1 member organization.
• Pay the membership fee.
• Provide product information to GS1.
• Receive your assigned GTINs.
• Generate barcodes using your GTINs.
• Use GTINs and barcodes on your products and
  listings.
• Cost of GTIN numbers
• The cost of a single GTIN (Global Trade Item
  Number) can vary based on several factors,
  including your location, the number of GTINs
  you're purchasing, and the policies of your
  local GS1 member organization.
• United States In the US, the initial membership
  fee with GS1 US starts at a few hundred dollars,
  which includes a certain number of GTINs.
  Additional GTINs can cost around 0.05 to 0.20
  each, depending on the quantity you purchase.
• Europe In European countries, the costs can
  vary. Membership fees might be
• higher, and GTIN prices can range from 1 to 3
  per GTIN.
• Other Regions Prices in other parts of the world
  can differ as well. Some regions might have
  lower fees, while others could have higher costs.
• Keep in mind that GS1 membership fees usually
  include more than just GTINs they also cover
  access to their standards, tools, and support for
  accurate product identification and barcoding.

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Prefix Pricing for New GS1 Members You must
renew your membership each year to maintain valid
barcode numbers after the initial fee covers
your prefix and barcodes for a year. As long as
your membership is current, you can use GS1s
unique tools for barcode management.
Renewal Fees for GS1 GTINs are licensed
annually, so if you wish to keep your barcodes
valid, you must renew your license every year.
The amount you pay for an annual renewal fee
depends on the number of GTINs you have.
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