There is an increasing demand for data, which is why we update (release) the data model a few times a year. Then, for example, we implement changes in validations, entry instructions, fields or codes.
Release 16 may 2026
On 16 May 2026, there will be a release of GDSN / GS1 Data Source release. These are the changes relevant to GS1 Netherlands.
Changes:
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The attribute ‘Clinical Size Value’ (clinicalSizeValue) is being changed. The instructions are being added and the attribute is being added to the Common ECHO data model.
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Some validations are being changed and rewritten to be clearer.
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Some code lists are being changed. Some codes are being removed and some changes are being made to existing codes.
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Improvements have been made to the layout and documentation to improve readability and make changes easier to see.
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Release November
On 15 November 2025, there will be a release of GDSN / GS1 Data Source release. These are the changes relevant to GS1 Netherlands.
Changes
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Removal of fields “Has Batch Number”, “Trade Item Date On Packaging Type Code” and “Serial Number Location Code”; these have been replaced by the field “UDI Production Identifier Type Code”. For GS1 Data Source users the three fields will be migrated to the new field.
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Removal of some (temporary) validations
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Some new validations
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Changes to definitions, entry notes and validations for information about cleaning and pre-cleaning
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Clarification of various entry notes
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