GS1 Data Matrix

GS1 Data Matrix is a two-dimensional symbol with specific healthcare applications in the GS1 System. Data Matrix symbols require image-based scanners to be read. Typical use cases are pharmaceutical product identification and surgical instrument marking.

Data Matrix Specifications

GS1 DataMatrix for the identification of medical products

The data elements listed below and encoded in the GS1 DataMatrix ensure global harmonisation and interoperability. This information helps support authentication and traceability to fight falsified products, post market surveillance, improve medical outcomes and patient safety as well as digital health advancement. For Unique Device Identification (UDI), the GS1 DataMatrix is also used to capture the GTIN, batch/lot number, expiry or manufacturing date and the serial number (when relevant).

• GTIN: (01)09504000059118

• Batch/lot number: (10)7654321D

• Expiration date: (17)141120

• Serial number: (21)10987654d32