Currently, there are no reported retailer restrictions on our barcodes in Singapore. Our barcodes are globally unique and can be used in many countries, including Singapore. However, with tens of thousands of retail stores in Singapore and millions worldwide, we cannot identify all restrictions. To ensure compliance with a particular retailer’s requirements, we recommend contacting the retailer directly. Below are the most common retailer restrictions internationally.
The table below outlines three categories of international retailers and their barcode requirements:
The table below outlines three tiers of international retailers and their barcode requirements:
- Retailers who require direct GS1 membership (Our barcodes are not suitable for these).
- Retailers who require a Barcode Verification Report, but not necessarily GS1 membership (our barcodes are suitable).
- Retailers who have no specific requirements other than a correctly formatted & globally unique barcode (our barcodes are suitable).
1. Retailers Who Require Direct GS1 Membership
Our barcodes are not suitable for these retailers. Proof of GS1 membership is required.
| Retailer | Country/Region | Documentation/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Walmart / Walmart.com / Sam’s Club | USA | Requires UCC (GS1) membership letter. How to Fix UPC Code Errors. |
| Kroger | USA | Uses GS1 portals for integration. Kroger Vendor Logistics. |
| JC Penny | USA | JCPPC Business-to-Business (B2B) Shipment Automation. |
| Nordstrom | USA | Packaging and Labeling Standards. Nordstrom Supplier Info. |
| Foodstuffs NZ | New Zealand | FoodStuffs SI Merchandise Operations Procedure Guidelines (Page 21). |
| Woolworths / Countdown | Australia/NZ | Woolworths Group Packaging & Barcode Specifications (Page 17). |
| Super Retail Group | Australia | Packaging Specifications (Page 8). |
| Amazon Brand Registry | Global | Typically not applicable to private seller listings. Amazon Brand Services. |
2. Retailers Who Require a Barcode Verification Report
Our EAN-13 and UPC-A barcodes are suitable for these retailers, but a Barcode Verification Report is needed.
| Retailer | Country/Region | Documentation/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bunnings Warehouse | Australia | Packaging and Labelling Guide for Suppliers (Page 16). |
| Farro Fresh | New Zealand | Supplier Form. |
| Huckleberry | New Zealand | Huckleberry Supplier Info. |
| PlaceMakers | New Zealand | General Terms of Supply (Page 15). |
3. Retailers with No Specific Requirements
These retailers only require a valid, correctly formatted, and globally unique barcode. Our barcodes are suitable for these retailers.
| Retailer | Country/Region | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Target Plus | USA | We know of products using our barcodes on the Target Plus platform. |
| Amazon Private Listings | Global | Accepts third-party barcodes if valid and unused. However Amazon recommends getting barcodes directly from GS1 |
| Catch.com.au | Australia | N/A |
| NetoHQ | Australia | EAN-13 & UPC-A numbers validate. Amazon Brand Registry policies apply if listed on Amazon. |
| RangeMe | Global | Both UPC-A & EAN-13 barcodes validate. GTINs must meet construction standards. |
Note: This list highlights some of the most common global retailer requirements based on our experience. However, with millions of stores worldwide, policies can vary significantly. Vendor guidelines and internal requirements are also subject to change. For certainty regarding a specific retailer, we recommend consulting their supplier guideline documents or vendor agreements to confirm if direct GS1 membership is required.