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How do I get my own UPC code?
How to Get Your Unique UPC Codes:
- Calculate how many products need UPC codes.
- Join GS1 US and apply for your GS1 company prefix.
- Assign a unique product number.
- Choose a barcode design.
- Determine how to display the barcode.
- Order your UPC barcodes.
- Test the printed barcodes.
How much are Amazon UPC codes?
How much do the UPC codes cost?
| Number of Items in Need of UPC Code | Initial Fee | Yearly Renewal Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $30 | None |
| 10 | $250 | $50 |
| 100 | $750 | $150 |
| 1,000 | $2500 | $500 |
What is UPC code in Amazon?
Universal Product Code (UPC) is a 12-digit bar code used extensively for retail packaging in United States.
Does Amazon require a UPC code?
The short answer is, no. UPCs are common, but not required for every single product sold. If you do not have a UPC affiliated with your product or brand, it is required by Amazon to have an Amazon barcode or FNSKU affixed to your product packaging when using FBA.
Do I need to purchase UPC codes?
If you are introducing new products to the market, you are eventually going to need to buy a UPC code for each item if you want to sell at Amazon, on Shopping Comparison sites or in stores. Amazon does cross checking of UPC codes against the GS1 database, but only for Brand Registered Sellers.
How to purchase UPC codes?
Determine if you should buy a single GTIN or apply for a GS1 company prefix. GS1 US offers two options.
How to register an UPC code?
To register a UPC code, go to www.gs1-us.org and click “Apply Now.” Fill out all of the application fields as prompted and then pay the required fee. When your application is approved, you’ll receive a member kit email that contains your Company Prefix.
How to generate UPC code?
Click on the drop-down menu under the ” Symbology ” heading and then select your desire UPC format from the list of barcode types. Enter your text or numerical data into the field labeled “Value to Encode,” and then click on the “Generate” button to create your UPC code.