Current release information

Healthcare

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 February 2025

On February 22, the next release of GS1 Data Source will take place. Below are the key changes.

New fields, codes, or modified instructions

  • The remarks for the field 'Additional product identification' (additionalTradeItemIdentification) will be changed.
  • The instructions for the field 'Code for additional product identification' (additionalTradeItemIdentificationTypeCode) will be updated.
  • The instructions for the field 'Product description' (tradeItemDescription) will be updated.
  • The instructions for the field 'Product description language code' (languageCode) will be updated.

New and modified validations

Various validations will be adjusted.

Release 16 November 2024

Here is what changed for the Netherlands in healthcare:

  • Two new fields are added:'MaximumProcessTemperatureTimeSpan' and 'MinimumProcessTemperatureTimeSpan'.
  • Multiple changes for field entry instructions.
  • New validations for CE mark, additional product classification value and exemption article from directly applied article code.
  • Changes to validation rules.

Datamodel Healthcare

The latest version of the GS1 Data model for the healthcare sector.