Marketplaces such as Amazon and eBay offer global sales platforms that enable even small businesses to reach millions of customers. On many marketplaces, such as Amazon, the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN)—a global product identifier compliant with GS1 standards—is mandatory. Many other marketplaces are also transitioning to GTINs, so by labeling your products according to the standard, you can avoid having them removed from the platform.
If your product already has a GTIN, you don’t need a new code to sell your product on marketplaces. If you’re not yet a GS1 customer, you can get started by ordering a GS1 Company Prefix.