Amazon Barcodes EXPLAINED GS1 vs UPC vs FNSKU How Many Barcodes to Buy & Which Barcode is Best

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[@CrescentKao]

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[@CrescentKao]

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[@TheBusiness-Cat]

This is actually the first video I understood the difference of UPC and FNSKU Thanks Mate ❤🎉 Love the way you teach with Example and quick Test also

[@CrescentKao]

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[@ThePanushka]

This has been the most helpful video Ive found on this topic so far. Thank you!!

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[@waltergnerre]

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[@amycathrina]

Great video! It's so encouraging to watch a video that explains the topic clearly, thank you 🙏

[@CrescentKao]

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[@BrianEmshwiller]

holy moly - this is the first time i've watched a video on this topic where it all made sense! THANK YOU!

[@CrescentKao]

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[@entertainmentchannel9980]

I have just came across your video and I found it so interesting I had to hit the like and follow button, so I’m new to Amazon and I have someone handling my account just so I can learn…and take over from there…. So my products are still been manufactured, my account manager want to draft a listing, so he said we Needed an EAN I intend selling in eu, so I asked around my friends told me it’s not mandatory I went as far as checking up on online. I first bought an EAN Amz rejected it saying it should be directly from GS1, now my question is why did he insist we get an EAN ?????

[@CrescentKao]

Thanks for your support, I appreciate it! An EAN is the same thing as a UPC. Both are considered GTIN's and you need to have a GTIN in order to create a new product listing on Amazon. Always buy them directly from GS1. I went over this in the video, hope that helps!

[@Janodesign]

Thank you so, so much sir you covered everything😻 the video must everyone see it because it's the most important video to start Amazon FBA

[@CrescentKao]

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[@DoreenC1981]

Maybe things have changed but applying for the GTIN exemption was super simple. I’m trademarked though. Love your videos!!

[@CrescentKao]

Applying for it is easy. Hopefully you don’t run into any issues. Glad you’re finding value in the videos!

[@LexiatLAS]

Thank you. This was a great video that was really helpful. I do have two questions. 1. If we are the manufacturer and no one else should be selling our products, do you still recommend using the FNSKU? (I saw on Amazon's instructions that if you use manufacturer barcodes and no Amazon barcodes, you can save $0.11 per unit). 2. What is the transparency authenticity code?

[@CrescentKao]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful. 1) Like I went over in the video, even I’m if you’re the manufacturer, it doesn’t mean you won’t get hijackers. In fact, I promise you that you will. If you don’t use the FNSKU, your inventory will get commingled with the hijackers. And you don’t want to use a GTIN exemption, it creates a tons of issues and hassle that it’s not worth it. 2) This goes over transparency barcodes: brandservices.amazon.com/transparency

[@Paula-zl3zn]

This answered all of my questions. Thanks 🙏

[@CrescentKao]

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[@abepedrosa8603]

Super detail!! You’re awesome!! Thanks for all the info !

[@CrescentKao]

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[@YumnaSohailChannel]

This was truly helpful! Thank you so much for the detailed and very clear explanation!

[@CrescentKao]

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[@BlueFAST800]

Thanks Crescent, very useful and keep posting new videos.

[@CrescentKao]

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[@AmyPatee-w4j]

Hi! Your knowledge and videos are AMAZING! Thank you so much. I have a product with a UPC on the packaging, but it is shrink-wrapped. Will that work for Amazon in regards to scanning (you can see the barcode no problem)? I thought you said it needs to be on the outside of the packaging, but my packaging is just light shrinkwrap that is see-through. Thanks for your help!

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome! I'm glad to hear that you're finding value in the content! As long as the barcode is scannable, then you're ok.

[@aronkay6541]

Thank you for answering every single question- you are great.

[@CrescentKao]

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[@reneemichaels2350]

You are the real deal? Appreciate you. My question is about serial number for health and beauty. My product have a barcode/ SN or QR code. On it or package.? I’m trying to navigate it and get ungated. What do I need to do? It is so complicated Amazon.

[@CrescentKao]

I’m glad you found value in the content! This goes over the packaging and labeling requirements: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@jamesmckimmon9612]

Thank you, wonderful step by step guide

[@CrescentKao]

You’re welcome! You might find this helpful too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8

[@davidparis5311]

Thank you!!! Amazing!!! Super clear.

[@CrescentKao]

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[@foodieshares3457]

I never comment a lot but had to say thank you. I got my all answers

[@CrescentKao]

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[@foodieshares3457]

@@CrescentKao thank you. I have saved so many of your videos to watch later I'm learning a lot from your channel. Just one concern if we sell 1 product but many units how many codes should we give to our suppliers to stick it on our products ? I understand for different products more than 1 but for similar products with many individual wraps ?

[@CrescentKao]

@@foodieshares3457You're welcome! Like I explained in this video, every product that is the same will have the same barcode on it, you only need to provide one barcode to your supplier. I suggest watching this video again, I explained this with visual diagrams.

[@foodieshares3457]

@@CrescentKao thank you very much.

[@auralfire31]

From what I understand, GS1 used to charge $250 for 10 barcodes, not just 1.

[@CrescentKao]

They still do. But you can buy them one at a time now like I went over in the video.

[@chiomaake6508]

This has been the most helpful video I have found. I am doing FBM in only need to purchase just one barcode from gs1 for brand approval correct? Hoping to hear from you

[@CrescentKao]

I’m glad you found it helpful! You need a GS1 barcode to create a product listing. You need a listing to apply for brand approval. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5almZ2bocifb9k

[@ayanadorzhieva36]

Excellent job 😊. Super useful information!!!!

[@CrescentKao]

Happy to hear you’re continuing to find value in the content!

[@llapexll47]

Can you have some products with UPS labels and others with FNSKU not selling outside of Amazon? It looks like from video when you change label setting it’s for all products and you can’t select which products will be UPS vs FNSKU.

[@CrescentKao]

No you can not.. All the units must have the same barcode: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8

[@kaydecoach]

Hello. Thank you for this content. Very insightful. So to reconfirm, once I buy a UPC from GS1 to get my approval on Amazon, I do not need to put the UPC on my products since I will still use the FNSKU on each product I sell. I look forward to your response.

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! You're welcome. Correct, this goes over all the labelling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@JoyAganbi-r1t]

Thank you so much for this insightful video, I gained a lot. But my question is,am I still required to get UPC codes if I’m doing FBM and not FBA?

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome. Yes. Here's an updated video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aouwY32hhbR7pKc

[@TravelosophyTV]

Never had any issues with UPC

[@CrescentKao]

I guarantee that you'll never have a problem, you should use the FNSKU.

[@deniskasumba7309]

you rilly explained this very well

[@CrescentKao]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@deniskasumba7309]

@@CrescentKao i had given up selling on Amazon but this video has given me hope i think i will have to watch all your videos

[@ubaidbarry2162]

And also sir please guid me about ASIN no how to and where to past or stick

[@CrescentKao]

This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@myorganicnursery7840]

Exactly what I have been looking for! I have a journal product that I would like to sell with a pouch included with the journals. I have 2 colors for the journals, so I know I need two separate UPC codes, but if I want to include the pouch for each book , do I also need a UPC code for the pouch?

[@CrescentKao]

I’m glad you found it helpful! Like I explained in the video, every unit needs its own barcode, it doesn’t matter what’s included in the unit, the unit as a whole uses one barcode.

[@stewsaquarium1397]

Thanks for your excellent and clear explanation. Just one question, which I know seems obvious, but do I need a barcode for Amazon FBM?

[@CrescentKao]

Yes. You still need a UPC barcode to create the product listing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@rebeccagiffels1212]

Ok, so I make jewelry. All different kinds. How can I go about this with the fba? And the barcode?

[@CrescentKao]

Like I discussed in the video, every product needs to have it's own barcode.

[@SkolVikings22]

Great video! (I liked and subbed) Question, do you need a TM or DBA before purchasing a GS1 barcode?

[@CrescentKao]

I’m glad you found it helpful! No, you do not.

[@SkolVikings22]

@@CrescentKao Thanks! So while ordering a GS1 barcode, the fields for "Brand Name" and "Company Name" can be anything? I don't have to get an official name (TM/DBA) of some sort?

[@clementinekoffi5762]

very good, you deserve my like. chapeau et merci. I really appreciate

[@CrescentKao]

Thank you for you feedback, I appreciate it! I’m glad you the video helpful!

[@evanbarrera3264]

Hi Cescent! If I have a private label product that I got a upc for already but I want to make that product a 2-pack sale do I need and FNSKU as well for the multipack option?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. Yes, every unique product requires it's own UPC and a new FNSKU will be assigned to it from Amazon.

[@ImWise24]

What’s the point of having a UPC code if it’s going to be covered up by the FNSKU? where do I stick the UPC code on the packaging? I’m confused.

[@CrescentKao]

As I explained in the video, you need a UPC to create the listing on Amazon. You want to use the FNSKU on each unit to avoid commingling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@DavidLynott-bo5em]

Do we need to buy a UPC bar code for both red and blue and any other color variation we have? Even if we plan on using a FNSKU after buying one UPC bar code to opise amazons requierment as a private seller with our own brand? Thank you for such a detailed video with so much information!

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome, I'm glad you found value in the video. Yes, every product or variation needs to have its own UPC barcode. I gave examples in the video.

[@zaracat-01]

Hi Crescent, love your content! I had a question: I will be selling private label on Amazon. My supplier in China will be bundling a box gift set of 4 completely different beauty products (1 box unit with 4 different products inside). My question is will I need an individual UPC for each different beauty product inside (so 4 different UPC) as well as a separate UPC for the outside of the box set (as 1 unit) or just the 1 UPC for the box as my product listing and the 4 items inside are then absent of UPCs on them? Thereby also only one Amazon FNSKU for the box set as the unit?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello, I'm glad you find value in the content. You only need one barcode. When you buy a box set of anything at a store, does the cashier open it up scan everything inside? Or do they just scan the one barcode on the outside? Here's an updated video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aouwY32hhbR7pKc

[@gareginharutyunyan9967]

Question, i have my product and followed all your instructions however i was wondering where do i print the upc code from GS1? If so, how do we print it our correctly because gs1 provides a big bar code and i tried fixing settings and it doesnt work :(

[@CrescentKao]

This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8

[@stewsaquarium1397]

Do I just copy the numbers of the UPC onto the FNSKU? What I mean is, when I do retail arbitrage and the manufacturers' barcodes are already on the product, do I just sue that same barcode number for the FNSKU?

[@CrescentKao]

No. The UPC is not the same as the FNSKU: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8

[@ayanadorzhieva36]

Thank you!!! Amazing video!!!

[@CrescentKao]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you found value in the video!

[@jnnliuliu]

Thanks so much, you make everything so clear! Just one question, if I’m doing FBA and am planning to restocking for an existing product, can I just reuse the same FNSKU labels I printed before or do I need to reprint new ones each time I send in more stock? Thanks!

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome! I'm happy to hear that you're finding value in the content! Yes, just reprint them using the same print option. The barcodes will never change for the lifetime of the listing. (only on very rare occasions would it change)

[@gratefullife1898]

Hi Crescent! Thank you so much for all your valuable content. I was wondering if you could help me with a query. I will send 2 pallets to Amazon and I would like to know if I tell my supplier in China to wrap the cartons in plastic or ask the freight forward (or who) to wrap them in the USA. I hope you will post more videos if it is something that you still like to do.

[@CrescentKao]

Hello, I’m glad you found value in the content. I would presume you’d want to wrap it before it leaves china to secure the contents on the pallet. Give Brian Zhou from Forest Leopard International Logistics a shout, he’ll be able to help you. Tell him I sent you: [e-mail] This goes over packaging and labeling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5-5gmamhLFmos0

[@TheOfficialWoof]

Really good video!

[@CrescentKao]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@nedialago94]

It one I use if I’m the manufacturer? Selling wholesale

[@CrescentKao]

If you're selling wholesale, then you're not the manufacturer. You need to use the UPC barcode that's already on the products.

[@infoimpact]

I just purchased gs1 barcodes, but can't figure out how to put these bar codes on my listing. Can u give me a link on how to list the products with gs1 barcodes.. thanks

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@ajj4898]

If I have private label, purchased UPC code from GS1, do I need physically print it on my products? Its not enough that I will stick only generated FNSKU sticker on product before sending to Amazon FBA ?

[@CrescentKao]

You can print them or use a sticker, this goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@professionalsourcingsoluti2386]

What is the CODE used to print the Amazon bar code? Code 128?

[@CrescentKao]

I'm sorry, I have no idea what you're talking about.

[@dr.ironpore]

Hello, Great Video! Two questions. I just purchased UPC from GS1 and it has been 24 hours. I keep getting the error message. How long does it usually take for amazon to recognize the UPC I bought from GS1? 2nd question is does amazon generate a new ASIN for my product off my newly purchased UPC? Thanks!

[@CrescentKao]

Hello, I'm glad you found it helpful! 1) It can take 24-48hr for the database to update before you can use it on Amazon. 2) Every unique product will always have it's own ASIN.

[@Tsoccerkid7]

For clothing items do I need a different UPC for each size of identical items (example 1 Shirt offered in sizes XS-XL= 5 UPC’s) I imagine each size will need a different fnsku, do I need to then create a variation for each size for an identical product?

[@CrescentKao]

Yes. Every variation needs its own UPC. I went over this in the video. And yes, you need to create a child listing for each variation.

[@areseses1773]

MEN may GOD bless you😂❤ , You saved me , I had like 600 bottles of parfumes and I needed EAN- 13 and I want to separate them in 3 CATEGORIES ( is not mandatory to have but still it seems better ) I thought I would need to buy 600 different barcodes instead of buying only 3 Barcodes ( around 100€) is this true ???

[@areseses1773]

Great content ❤ thanks for sharing . I have a question though, So I have my 600 bottles of parfumes , and I want to divide them in 3 categories . and I need barcodes for them , Now should I buy only 3 barcodes for each category, or all of them for like 600 different barcodes? or I can use GS1 Barcodes to buy just 3 for each categories, like i have 1 categorie of black parfumes for men , 200 bottles , then second categorie of phoenix , 200 bottles and third one is royal 200 bottles . so what should i do ? buy just 3 barcodes and print them in 600 other barcodes

[@CrescentKao]

I'm glad you found the video helpful. Correct, if you have 3 differnent products, then you only need 3 barcodes.

[@areseses1773]

@@CrescentKao thank you sir 💚🙏🏼

[@CrescentKao]

@@areseses1773 You’re welcome!

[@adenbreeze]

Excuse my ignorance, who is considered a manufacturer here? Would I still be considered the manufacturer even though I purchased the item elsewhere? Like the manufacturing company in China?

[@CrescentKao]

Yes, if you're doing private label and you're having product manufactured by someone else, you're still manufacturer.

[@yailinbenitezphotographystudio]

Your videos are great!! Been following for a while.There is a product in a AliExpress that i want to sell in amazon, but i don't know how list it in amazon, because aliexpress does not have upc. Can i buy a barcode for this product in aliexpress my self?

[@CrescentKao]

I'm glad you found value in the content! Yes, you need to buy your own barcode for the products you want to sell on Amazon. This goes over everything step by step: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZa0cpSPlMqtpas

[@cylack]

I'm creating a new dietary supplement to be sold on Amazon. Obviously I will be the sole seller of it on Amazon. Since it is a consumable with an expiration I will need to have an FNSKU on it. When I create my listing should I set the FBA Product Barcode Preference to my UPC or the Amazon Barcode? Also, to save money can I print the FNSKU barcode directly on the product label instead of the UPC code?

[@CrescentKao]

Yes, change it to the Amazon barcode and yes you can print it on the label. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8

[@PiRaNjLeS]

You didn't explian if someone has own brand name and private labeling on products still need amazon barcode or just tell manufacturers print your own private label on product

[@CrescentKao]

This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@vasilijestankovic123]

Great video. I have a question. I'm starting my seller account as a private label, so do I still need any sort of barcode? UPC and/or FNSKU? thanks, much appreciated

[@CrescentKao]

I'm glad you found the video helpful! Yes, you need to have a UPC barcode to create a product listing. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@TheBaesa]

Very nice video! Thanks a lot

[@CrescentKao]

You’re welcome!

[@rgeno6091]

Great video, If I have 3 different colors, do I enter the same "brand name" in the box when applying 3 different bar codes on GS1? Thanks

[@CrescentKao]

I'm glad you found it helpful. If they're all manufactured or being sold under the same brand then yes, it's not a trick question.

[@rgeno6091]

@@CrescentKao Can I change the name of the brand or edit the descriptions of the brand after I purchased the UPC? Cheers!

[@kaateLLC]

If I am selling wholesale clothing via FBM (say from alibaba) does my product package need a UPC barcode?

[@CrescentKao]

Your products most likely already have the original manufacturers UPC barcode on them already. Here's an updated video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aouwY32hhbR7pKc

[@maximgherea6655]

I made a mistake buying a UPC code from a third party and now I want to buy GS1 UPC barcodes to replace them. But I am struggling not to have issues with listings. The product remains the same without any changes could this be done, without any problems. What could happen with the ASIN. Any advice, please help.

[@CrescentKao]

Unfortunately, you can not change the UPC on an existing listing.

[@FNAwaN]

Hey #crescent your video was really helpful and detailed keep up doing that great work 👍 i have a little confusion if we want to sell already existing listing on amazon will that listing need ups code too ?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! I'm glad you find value in the content! If a listing already exists for a product then you need to use the UPC barcode that's already on the product to add your inventory to the listing to sell but I suggest putting the FNSKU on each of your units like I suggested in the video.

[@FNAwaN]

@@CrescentKao ok thank you 🙏🏻

[@FNAwaN]

@@CrescentKao can you please answer my one question?? I’m stuck on that while listing product on amazon it has two blanks one for contribution SKU and one for product external id . I do know upc and SKU are same but what to put on product external id form where to get that ???? Do you have any video on that ?? Please answer me 🙏🏻

[@CrescentKao]

@@FNAwaN kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@hermannvliese3848]

Hi, I am just starting my amazon business. I have product of 500 units divided in 2 boxes. Do I need to apply the SKU LABELs on each units or just the 2 boxes?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2esYp2FdpuGaM0

[@mariuviloria639]

Hi! Omg I'm watching all videos, still new to this whole process, I purchased a GS1 code, for my private label, amazon requires me to register my brand. when I do all this they say my GS1 code has 11 digits and should be 12. I saw in one of your videos I could add a zero? is it at front or end of the code?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! I’m glad you’re finding value in the content! Add it to the beginning.

[@tysondornn279]

Hey! So every product needs a UPC code, but since I want to use an FNSKU, we just need the FNSKU label printed on the packaging of the unit, not the UPC label. Correct or am I missing something? Thanks!

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! That’s correct but you still need a UPC to create the product listing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@obiorannajl7344]

How do I make sure no one else sells my products

[@CrescentKao]

If it's not something you can patent, then you can't. And even if you could patent it, patents are only as good as how much you can afford to enforce it.

[@ktb5786]

Thank you for the info! Do we need to have a UPC I order to get an FNSKU if you are only selling on Amazon ?

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome. Yes, you need a UPC to create the product listing. You can't get the FNSKU with a product listing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@ktb5786]

@@CrescentKao Ok, great! When is a GS1 used though?

[@CrescentKao]

@@ktb5786 You need to buy the barcode from GS1. The link I posted in my last comment goes over where to use it.

[@vertigoleo]

Thank you so much for the video. I’m about to start a business selling on Amazon FBA and barcodes were doing my head. I feel a bit stupid to ask, but just want to be sure. I’ll be selling on own product on amazon and I already have my bar code from GS1 printed on the label of the product. Does it mean that i still need to add fnsku label on top of my GS1? Most of my products will be sold on Amazon. However, I’ll be selling it to shops too. What would you recommend? Thank you so much

[@CrescentKao]

You're welcome, I'm glad you're finding value in the content. Yes, if you want to use the Amazon barcode, then you need to cover the UPC with the FNSKU label on the units you're sending to Amazon. Only one barcode can be visible. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@morphanok6932]

I have a question. So if I'm doing Private Label and I intend to have my supplier add my own Barcode label (with the made in china, SKU, etc.) I do NOT need to do FNSKU correct? I don't need 2 barcodes?

[@CrescentKao]

Only one barcode can be visible and you should put the FNSKU on each unit, not the UPC as I explained in the video. And this goes over packaging: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@jalamoura_hair]

What if we are shipping the products ourselves, do we still need a UPC CODE.

[@CrescentKao]

Yes. You need a UPC to create a product listing. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@Nyazjaff]

I thought you would need 4 UPC code or the snorkeling mask because it comes in 4 different colour so total of 9

[@CrescentKao]

Every product or variation requires its own UPC barcode. If there’s four colors then you need 4 UPC barcodes.

[@eliasramos-fl1vy]

Thanks for this video, I am doing FBM and they are asking me to fill in External Product I.D Any tips on how to handle this will be greatly appreciated..

[@CrescentKao]

The product ID is the manufacturers barcode or UPC. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jHZZWuo72csKM

[@Sammi0423]

Do i need to buy UPC codes if we want to sell Shopify product on amazon ? Like the order from Amazon will show in our Shopify site and we fullfil it ourselves ?

[@CrescentKao]

All products that you want to list on Amazon's marketplace require a UPC barcode.

[@jv-fragrancesinc]

WHEN SELLING PERFUME ON AMAZON DO I NEED A BARCODE FOR EACH SCENT

[@CrescentKao]

If you're selling them separately, yes. I went over this in the video.

[@RolandDeschain1]

So if you're importing fifty items from a Chinese manufacturer with the sole intention of selling through Amazon FBA then the FNSKU barcode should be sufficient?

[@CrescentKao]

It doesn’t matter where you get your inventory from or how many, I suggest putting the FNSKU on each unit.

[@AntonDelivery]

Hi, wether it nesseccery to make fnsku barcodes for my product even if i have several types of it if i have my own brand and nobody has the same product?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. For the reasons I stated in the video, I suggest always putting the FNSKU on your units, not the UPC.

[@SALESMASTERTOOLS]

Hi, I have a question, I upload my first product to amazon. It is a product that it is already selling it by Amazon. The problem is, my product doesn't have any barcode. So my question is: Can I ship this product to amazon and ask them to put the barcode for me in my products? (My products are gloves L and XL) thanks

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. Yes, this goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@firstnamelastname7305]

I'm in Canada and i want to send my product to California (to save on shipping) could i just put in the address of an Amazon Wearhouse in California?

[@CrescentKao]

No, it needs to be a different address, preferably an address you have access to like your freight forwarders address if they have one you can use, in case the shipment gets returned. This goes over it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3XNpmZno6uahdU

[@cidaliacampos6051]

Hi Crescent! Thank you for the content of this video, it is super informative. Selling on Amazon is a plunge I'm taking but there is a lot to take in; it's non stop learning. Quick question please - for FBM sales, is a FNSKU still required? Also, can you suggest what printers to invest on for both SKUs and FNSKUs? Thank you, much appreciated!!

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! You're welcome, I'm glad you found the content helpful. You don't have to worry about labels if you're doing FBM. I don't do FBM so I don't have any experience with printing labels and printers.

[@cidaliacampos6051]

@@CrescentKao Thank you very much for your reply. I'm starting with FBM first to get an idea how to navigate through Amazon Seller Central and its process; this isn't as easy as some KZbin videos claim it to be. Yes, I understand you don't handle FBM, however, a printer is still required for UPCs and FNSKUs for FBA as you mentioned in this video. Just curious what printer device to invest on for this (I hope it makes sense now)? Thanks again!

[@CrescentKao]

@@cidaliacampos6051 you’re welcome. It depends on how plan to manufacture your product and take care of the labeling process. This goes over the entire process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZa0cpSPlMqtpas

[@CrescentKao]

@@cidaliacampos6051 and this goes over packaging and labeling specifically: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@reifyshku4906]

If i dont have a company registed can i still get a barcode?

[@CrescentKao]

Yes

[@mydailymantra20]

when buying from Gs1 should I buy the $30 one with no annual fee or the other one with the $50 fee .. I have 12 products but like the idea of not renewing fees per year but does the annual fee one help me in the long run? just wanted your opinion

[@CrescentKao]

It's up to you which option to go with. The $50 fee allows you to reserve your company prefix if that's important to you.

[@dnk9596]

Hi thank you so much for your teaching, really appreciated. I have a question do I have to get two barcode? The Gs1 and the Fnsku? Does this mean I have to stick two barcodes on my product? Or can I use the barcode already found on the product when listening and then choose the Amazon barcode thereafter.. Sorry I am new and still a bit puzzled 😊 Thank you

[@CrescentKao]

Hello! You're welcome, I'm glad you found value in the content. You need to buy a UPC barcode if you don't already have one in order to create a product listing. Once you've created a listing, Amazon an assign you the Amazon barcode (FNSKU). I suggest putting the FNSKU on each unit, not the UPC.

[@dnk9596]

@@CrescentKao Thank you so much for your help

[@timetheory84]

I'm a musician that has made a music album. I plan to distribute three different formats of the same album. I'm getting conflicting advice, perhaps you could help me clear it up. Basically, will I need three separate bar codes for each format of the same album? Compact disc, Vinyl record, and digital (for streaming) ? Also, is a bar code required for the entire album in the 'digital version' for streaming services?

[@CrescentKao]

Correct. Every product or variation including digital products needs to have it's own unique UPC barcode. I gave examples of how that works in the video.

[@timetheory84]

@@CrescentKao Thanks, I just wasn't sure if music albums were somehow different. Although, it's confusing on the digital album since it's not a 'physical' product. I do know each song needs a specific ISRC code though.

[@ReadingsbyIsabel]

How do I get new barcodes for the products if it’s directly sent to Amazon?

[@CrescentKao]

You don’t get new barcodes. The barcode will never change for the lifetime of the product.

[@LoylaDemiseem]

What if im making a completely new and innovative product? Do i need sku number? And my other question is would a provisional patent be enough for amazon to prevent others from taking my listing idea and trying to brand label it themselves? I know amazon will do that with official patent but unsure if provisional has same response.

[@CrescentKao]

1) Every product needs to have it's own UPC barcode in order to create a product listing on Amazon. I went over this in the video. 2) Amazon won't do anything proactively for anyone IP. It's your responsibility to enforce your own IP.

[@LoylaDemiseem]

@@CrescentKao thank you 🙏

[@paullly3665]

For retail arbitrage, if I have 4 of the same item with a manufactured upc already all in a case pack, do i need to use ONE fnsku to be placed on the case pack (outer area) and only want amazon to use the upc on each item in the case pack to allow co-mingling. Does amazon allow co-mingling? or I do I have to have a fnsku on each of the 4 items in the case pack and also on the case pack?

[@CrescentKao]

If you're selling the 4 pack as one unit then the unit itself needs to have the barcode on it. If it's being split up and sold individually, then each unit needs a barcode. I showed examples in the video.

[@abdulkhalique9629]

very helpful info

[@CrescentKao]

Glad you found value in the video!

[@mrdunku9048]

@CrescentKao do i have to buy a barcode if i have a UPC, because i'm selling a product that's already sold on amazon and i have around 800 units of it in boxes. Or just buy 1 FNSKU for the boxes? or just copy the UPC from other sellers that have the same product and put them on the units?

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. If you're doing wholesale or arbritrage and the product already has a UPC on the packaging, then no you don't have to buy a UPC barcode, just use the UPC that's on it to add your inventory to the listing. However, I would still put the FNSKU on each unit before shipping it to Amazon.

[@mrdunku9048]

so what your saying is i have to buy a FNSKU and put it on every unit? i have around 480 units. and what about the boxes? i have 24 boxes. i thought i'd put the barcodes of the UPC on the units and FNSKU on the boxes.@@CrescentKao

[@CrescentKao]

@@mrdunku9048 No, the FNSKU is automatically generated by Amazon. The video went over this and the differences between the barcodes. This other video goes over how to print and customize the FNSKU: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8 This video goes over the all the different labeling requirements and where they go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXXXk5Z7qcydoNk

[@aronkay6541]

As Amazon keeps evolving, is your course an updated one ?

[@alishah-k3t3z]

Hi sir my alibaba supplier told me send the borcode . I apply for barcode.then barcosde ask me beand name But i dont have brand name im new. But the supplier told me put your brand name on the barcode now sir i have this my problem. Thank you...

[@CrescentKao]

Hello. Just make up a name that you want to use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpWtop1tqaqdmq8