Old links use non-formal UPCs, how can I fix this?

Since Amazon has begun to strictly enforce UPC compliance, new products must use the regular UPC on GS1, or directly use the UPC exemption after brand registration. So what is the best way to operate the old links?

Solution 1: Find a service provider that sells UPCs. They can get GS1 certificates. The seller provides the UPC and brand information. They can get a GS1 certificate for the problematic UPC. Then they authorize the seller’s brand. Then they can open a case with Amazon with the GS1 certificate and GS1 brand authorization. All problems will be automatically fixed! This solution has a big limitation, which is that the source of your purchase is GS1.

Solution 2: Generally, link refurbishment is used to delete negative reviews, but in your case, you can also try to merge the old ASIN after refurbishment. Detailed operation ideas: Buy a regular UPC on GS1, then refurbish the link, and successfully map it, and merge the old ASIN.

Amazon UPC Exemption Practice

All products sold on Amazon must fill in UPC/EAN when listing. However, if you have completed brand registration, you can use GCID when listing related products of this brand. That is, after successful exemption, each time a product is listed, the platform automatically generates a code.

Application for UPC exemption preparation and related materials

• Include the product name and at least two (and up to nine) images showing all sides of the product and its packaging;

• A clearly visible letter from the brand owner, manufacturer or publisher (in the language of the relevant website);

• Non-branded goods without a GTIN. For example, wholesale goods;

• Parts without a GTIN. For example, some auto parts do not have a GTIN;

• Bundled products without a GTI code. For example, custom bundled products may not have a Global Trade Item Number;

• To create a bundle correctly, please refer to the Product Bundle Policy before applying for a GTC exemption;

• Goods and product packaging should not have GS1 approved barcodes. If there are GS1 approved barcodes, barcodes can be used.

• Items listed in the shape code do not need to apply for an exemption from the Global Trade Item Number.

You need to apply once for each European site. For example, if you apply for an exemption in the German backend, it may only notify you that Germany is exempted. When you put it on the shelves in France, EAN is still required, so you have to do it again for France~