Our global standards are used to identify, capture and share data on over a billion products around the world. This helps businesses understand, monitor and share invaluable insights in their supply chains.
Product identification is essential for measuring and communicating accurate traceability information and sustainability data.
By ensuring GS1 standards are incorporated across a product’s entire lifecycle, brands will be able to make data-driven decisions on sustainability, improve consumer trust, enhance the circularity of their operations, reduce the risk of non-compliance and greenwashing.
Benefits of using GS1 standards in sustainability
Product level sustainability information
By identifying each product with a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) and a Digital Link, you can seamlessly link PIM sustainability attributes to your product SKU.
End-to-end digital traceability
Enable seamless sharing of interoperable data across systems, stakeholders, consumers and regulators.
Regulatory implementation
GS1 standards help businesses futureproof their products and operations against shifting regulatory, consumer and industry demands. QR codes powered by GS1 provide increased security and trust for each supply chain stakeholder.
Driving sustainable innovation with GS1 standards
GS1 standards underpin the circular economy, supporting key sustainability programmes and helping our members meet evolving regulations.
Digital Product Passports
GS1 standards are crucial to Digital Product Passports (DPP), ensuring consistent product identification, data exchange and compliance, enabling a transparent circular economy. This will empower our members to create and manage DPPs, boosting consumer trust and facilitating product lifecycle management.
Deposit Return Schemes
GS1 standards are already used in Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) across the world and we're actively supporting the development of a data model which supports product attribution. This will help our members comply with upcoming packaging regulations and streamline their operations.
GS1 standards powering sustainability
GS1 standards are key to building a sustainable future. Discover how they empower informed choices and drive positive change across global supply chains.
Resource library
Stay informed and prepared by exploring our latest resources on DPP.
EU FAQ on DPP
Navigate the nuances of the DPP with the EU's comprehensive frequently answered questions.
GS1 whitepaper on DPP
Learn more about the critical role it plays in the future of product information and compliance.
New EU legislation (ESPR)
Dive into the EU's new rules for sustainable products and understand how they'll impact your business.
Let's build a sustainable future together
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