GS Parser API

Unlock the power of GS1 barcodes with the GS1 Parser API. Seamlessly parse and validate GS1 barcode data, effortlessly extracting essential information from machine- or human-readable formats. Delve into the application identifiers (AI), ensuring content and context validity. Simplify logistics and supply chain processes with this robust and reliable parsing solution.

About the API: 

Introducing the GS1 Parser API, a cutting-edge solution designed to unlock the full potential of GS1 barcodes. With its advanced capabilities, this API empowers businesses to effortlessly parse and validate GS1 barcode data, providing invaluable insights into supply chain and logistics operations.

The GS1 Parser API seamlessly handles both machine- and human-readable GS1 logistics barcode content, extracting and organizing the data into different application identifiers (AI). Whether it's tracking product information, managing inventory, or optimizing logistics, this API enables businesses to access critical details encoded within GS1 barcodes with ease.

Parsing GS1 barcode data is just the beginning. The GS1 Parser API goes the extra mile by validating the content and context of the information retrieved. This ensures that the data conforms to GS1 standards, guaranteeing accuracy and reliability throughout the supply chain process.

By integrating the GS1 Parser API, businesses can streamline their operations, improving efficiency and reducing errors. Automatically extracting and validating data from GS1 barcodes saves valuable time and resources that would otherwise be spent manually inputting information. This translates to faster processing, enhanced productivity, and improved decision-making.

Furthermore, the GS1 Parser API offers flexibility in implementation. It seamlessly integrates with existing systems, applications, or databases, making it easy to incorporate barcode parsing capabilities into your current workflow. Whether you're a retailer, manufacturer, distributor, or logistics provider, this API can be customized to fit your specific requirements, ensuring a seamless integration experience.

Data integrity and security are paramount when working with sensitive supply chain information. Rest assured, the GS1 Parser API prioritizes data protection, employing robust security measures to safeguard your valuable barcode data. Your business can confidently leverage the power of GS1 barcodes without compromising on data privacy or integrity.

In summary, the GS1 Parser API revolutionizes the way businesses handle GS1 barcode data. From efficient parsing and validation to improved operational efficiency, this API is a game-changer in the world of supply chain management. Embrace the power of GS1 barcodes with the GS1 Parser API and elevate your logistics processes to new heights of productivity and accuracy.

 

What this API receives and what your API provides (input/output)?

Pass the GS1 code and receive it parsed. 

 

What are the most common uses cases of this API?

 

  • Supply Chain Management: Integrate the GS1 Parser API into supply chain management systems to automatically extract and validate critical information from GS1 barcodes. This enables real-time tracking, inventory management, and improved visibility across the supply chain, leading to streamlined operations and reduced errors.

  • Product Authentication: Use the GS1 Parser API to verify the authenticity of products by parsing and validating GS1 barcodes. This helps in combating counterfeit goods, ensuring consumers receive genuine products, and protecting brand reputation.

  • Inventory Management: Integrate the GS1 Parser API into inventory management systems to automate the process of updating and reconciling stock levels. By extracting data from GS1 barcodes, businesses can accurately track inventory, monitor expiration dates, and optimize stock replenishment, reducing stockouts and wastage.

  • Traceability and Recall Management: Incorporate the GS1 Parser API to enhance traceability and recall management processes. By parsing GS1 barcodes, businesses can quickly identify affected products, trace their origin, and efficiently initiate recalls or withdrawals, minimizing the impact on consumers and mitigating potential risks.

  • Logistics and Shipment Tracking: Utilize the GS1 Parser API to streamline logistics and shipment tracking processes. By parsing GS1 barcodes on packages, businesses can extract relevant shipment details, track packages in real-time, and provide accurate delivery updates to customers, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

 

 

Are there any limitations to your plans?

Besides the number of API calls, there is no other limitation

API Documentation

Endpoints


Machine- or human-readable GS1 barcode data.



                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/2248/gs+parser+api/2109/parser
                                                                            
                                                                        

Parser - Endpoint Features

Object Description
q [Required] Machine- or human-readable GS1 barcode data.
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"parser": {"request": {"data": "0103700362686689152609303103002100100202404120", "service-level": 20, "invocation-id": "e6febb27-d70b-44a8-b916-66bd2fd9c218", "source": "UNKNOWN", "genspec-compliance": "20.0", "doc-version": "0.2"}, "response": {"state": true, "application-identifiers": [{"AI01": {"identifier": "01", "datacontent": "03700362686689", "hri": "(01)03700362686689", "mri": "0103700362686689", "rendered-content": {"description": "GTIN 03700362686689", "issuing country": "France or Monaco"}, "description": "Global Trade Item Number (GTIN)", "datatitle": "GTIN", "state": true, "aiformat": {"identifierlength": 2, "mindatalength": 14, "maxdatalength": 14, "allowalphanumeric": false, "terminatorrequired": false, "gs1formatstring": "N2+N14", "datatype": "IDENTIFIER", "unit": "NONE"}, "messages": []}}, {"AI15": {"identifier": "15", "datacontent": "260930", "hri": "(15)260930", "mri": "15260930", "rendered-content": {"description": "BEST BEFORE 2026-09-30T00:00:00"}, "description": "Best before date (YYMMDD)", "datatitle": "BEST BEFORE", "state": true, "aiformat": {"identifierlength": 2, "mindatalength": 6, "maxdatalength": 6, "allowalphanumeric": false, "terminatorrequired": false, "gs1formatstring": "N2+N6", "datatype": "DATE", "unit": "NONE"}, "messages": []}}, {"AI3103": {"identifier": "3103", "datacontent": "002100", "hri": "(3103)002100", "mri": "3103002100", "rendered-content": {"description": "2.1 kg"}, "description": "Net weight, kilograms (variable measure trade item)", "datatitle": "NET WEIGHT (kg)", "state": true, "aiformat": {"identifierlength": 4, "mindatalength": 6, "maxdatalength": 6, "allowalphanumeric": false, "terminatorrequired": false, "gs1formatstring": "N4+N6", "datatype": "TRADE_MEASURE", "unit": "KILOGRAMS"}, "messages": []}}, {"AI10": {"identifier": "10", "datacontent": "0202404120\u001d", "hri": "(10)0202404120", "mri": "100202404120\u001d", "rendered-content": {"description": "BATCH/LOT 0202404120\u001d"}, "description": "Batch or lot number", "datatitle": "BATCH/LOT", "state": true, "aiformat": {"identifierlength": 2, "mindatalength": 1, "maxdatalength": 20, "allowalphanumeric": true, "terminatorrequired": true, "gs1formatstring": "N2+X..20", "datatype": "TEXT", "unit": "NONE"}, "messages": [{"source": "AI10", "msgid": "AIBase.002", "severity": "INFORMATION", "content": "Data content provided to create AI10 must end with a terminator <FNC1> because its length is below the allowable maximum. Terminator has been added to datacontent and MRI properties.", "timestamp": "2024-11-18T14:12:14.508935"}]}}], "messages": []}}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Parser - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/2248/gs+parser+api/2109/parser?q=(01)12345678901231(10)ABCD-123(30)27(11)211015' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 


    

API Access Key & Authentication

After signing up, every developer is assigned a personal API access key, a unique combination of letters and digits provided to access to our API endpoint. To authenticate with the GS Parser API REST API, simply include your bearer token in the Authorization header.
Headers
Header Description
Authorization [Required] Should be Bearer access_key. See "Your API Access Key" above when you are subscribed.

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The GS1 Parser API is a powerful tool that allows you to parse and validate GS1 barcode data. It accepts both machine-readable and human-readable GS1 logistics barcode content, extracting the encoded information and organizing it into different application identifiers (AI) for further analysis.

GS1 barcodes are globally recognized and standardized barcodes used to encode product information, such as item numbers, batch/lot numbers, expiration dates, and more. These barcodes facilitate efficient supply chain management, inventory control, and product tracking.

The GS1 Parser API validates barcode content and context by verifying that the parsed data conforms to GS1 standards. It checks the structure and syntax of the barcode data, ensuring that the information encoded within the application identifiers (AI) is accurate and properly formatted.

Yes, the GS1 Parser API is designed to handle various types of GS1 barcodes, including GS1-128, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataMatrix, and more. It supports both linear and 2D barcodes commonly used in logistics and supply chain applications.

Yes, the GS1 Parser API provides additional contextual information for each parsed barcode. This may include data such as the barcode type, encoding standards, and any applicable industry-specific guidelines associated with the barcode.

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