Issuing Agencies and GS1 Korea
MFDS has authorised the following UDI Issuing Agencies to assign Device Identifiers for UDI-K:
| Agency | Code system | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GS1 Korea (GS1 ํ๊ตญ) | GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) | Most widely used; compatible with FDA GUDID and EUDAMED |
| HIBCC | HIBC code | For HIBCC members; common in North America |
Getting a GS1 GTIN via GS1 Koreaโ
- Become a member of GS1 Korea: gs1kr.org
- Apply for a Company Prefix
- Assign GTINs to your products
Reuse existing GTINs
Manufacturers already using GS1 GTINs for FDA or EUDAMED UDI can use the same GTINs for UDI-K โ no new GTIN needed.