Q. Why should I purchase UPC bar codes from Bar Codes Talk, Inc. instead of going directly to GS1 ?

A. All bar codes must originate from GS1 (formerly the U.C.C.) However, if you purchase them directly from GS1 you have to buy a minimum of 100 bar codes at a time at a minimum charge of $750. Plus they will additionally charge you an annual renewal fee of at least $150.

Our company has already purchased the bar codes in bulk from GS1 and we simply sell them off one at a time. This way, if you only need a small quantity of bar codes, you can get exactly what you need from us at a much lower price. Also, since we joined the GS1 in 1994, which is before they started charging renewal fees (August, 2002), we don't have to pay renewal fees. Therefore, you don't have to pay renewal fees.