I. Situations Requiring Barcode Replacement
1. Changes in Product Name or Brand
When the product name or brand text description changes, and this affects supply chain management or sales, a new barcode must be used. For example, if the brand name changes from "A" to "B," or the product name changes from "Green Tea" to "Iced Green Tea."
2. Significant Changes in Formula or Function
If there are substantial changes to the product's formula or function (such as adjustments to food ingredients or upgrades to electronic product functions), the barcode needs to be replaced to distinguish between the old and new versions.
3. Changes in Packaging Language Affecting Sales
If the product packaging is changed to a new language (e.g., from Chinese to English), and the target market is irreplaceable, the barcode needs to be replaced.
II. Situations Not Requiring Barcode Replacement
1. Minor Adjustments to Appearance Design
Only minor design changes such as color, font, or pattern changes that do not affect product identification allow the original barcode to be retained. For example, changing the background color of the packaging from blue to green.
2. Minor Changes in Volume/Weight
Minor adjustments to the product's net weight or size (e.g., beverage volume changing from 500ml to 480ml) that do not affect consumer purchasing intent do not require a barcode replacement.
3. Adding Non-Critical Design Elements
Adding elements such as logos or slogans to the packaging that do not affect product management allows the barcode to remain unchanged.
III. Operational Suggestions
1. Verify Information Consistency: If the product information displayed after scanning the barcode does not match the actual product (e.g., incorrect name or specifications), contact the manufacturer to update the barcode.
2. Check Physical Condition: If the barcode is damaged or wrinkled and cannot be scanned, even if the content has not changed, the sticker needs to be replaced.
