What does GS1 stand for?
global system of supply chain standards
Is GS1 a government agency?
GS1, as a leading global standards organisation, is a U.S. FDA-Accredited Issuing Agency for unique device identifiers (UDIs). Global GS1 Standards are authorised for use by all manufacturers selling medical devices in the U.S. to address requirements of the new FDA UDI regulation.
What is a GS1 number?
A GLN is a GS1 identification number used primarily in electronic messages to identify legal and physical locations. You can create GLNs from a GS1 Company Prefix, or purchase individual GLNs for $30 each.