Current release information

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 18 May 2024

Here is what will change for the Netherlands in healthcare:

• The 'tradeItemFeatureCodeReference' field will be replaced by the 'initialManufacturerSterilisationCode' field. The code list 'SterilisationTypeCode' will be attached to it.
• The field 'Type of sterilisation used by manufacturer' ('Initial manufacturer sterilisation code') is made mandatory. A validation rule is added that checks whether the field is used with the correct code.
• Adjustment validation rule, TradeItemAConsumerUnit becomes TradeItemABaseUnit.
• In connection with the transition from MDD/IVDD/AIMDD to MDR/IVDR, 'own statement/manufacturer statement' sharing via GDSN becomes possible.

Release November 2023

On 18 November 2023, there was a release of GDSN / GS1 Data Source. (Release 3.1.25) This is what changed for the Netherlands in the healthcare sector.

Changes to validations for data medical devices:

• Applications to consumer units only will be removed or replaced for base units only
• Validation rule 500.422 is replaced by 500.492 (500.422 does remain valid in FMCG).
• Code NOT_STERILISED is added to code list SterilisationTypeCode
• Change in definition 'Initial Manufacturer Sterilisation Code ' 
• Change in 'Initial Sterilisation Prior To Use Code' 

Datamodel Healthcare

The latest version of the GS1 Data model for the healthcare sector (3.1.23) is live.