About Us
The Myanmar Barcode Association was established in 2019 by industry leaders from Myanmar Industries Association, Myanmar Retailers Association and Myanmar Food Processors and Exporters Association. They came together to introduce and promote the GS1 system in Myanmar, recognizing the importance of global standards in trade and supply chain management.
The association was founded to become GS1 Myanmar, helping local businesses easily adopt internationally recognized barcode standards such as the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), improving product identification, supply chain efficiency and market access.
The founding group comprised 18 member companies representing Myanmar's leading businesses. From the retail sector, members included City Mart Holdings Co.,Ltd, Ga Mone Pwint Co.,Ltd, Hlwan Moe Thu Group of Companies, Living 9 Co.,Ltd, Sein Gay Har Chain Stores and Super One Holdings Co.,Ltd. From the manufacturing sector, members included Europe and Asia Commercial Co.,Ltd, Grand Royal Group Intl' Co.,Ltd, Nibban Electric & Electronics, Medi Myanmar Group Ltd, Proven Technology Industry Co.,Ltd, Shangrila Leap International Co.,Ltd, Shwe Pyi Nann Distribution Group Co.,Ltd, Shwe Super Light Co.,Ltd, Thuriya Win Co.,Ltd, United Pacific Co.,Ltd, United Paint Group Co.,Ltd and Yathar Cho Industry Limited. These companies came together in recognition of the importance of global product identification standards and the need to adopt internationally recognized GS1 systems.
In May 2019, at the GS1 General Assembly in Istanbul, the association was officially recognized as GS1 Myanmar and granted authority over country prefix 883, marking Myanmar's entry into the global GS1 network. Since then, GS1 Myanmar has been raising awareness of GS1 standards, helping businesses implement globally compatible barcode systems and strengthen their competitiveness in local and international markets.
What is
Our Mission?
- To provide businesses with access to internationally recognized GS1 barcodes and identification systems.
- To promote and uphold GS1 standards across all industries in Myanmar.
- To support companies in improving operational efficiency, product traceability, and supply chain management through GS1 solutions.
- To foster integration of Myanmar businesses with global markets by facilitating the adoption of international best practices in product identification.
What is
Our vision?
- To be the leading authority in Myanmar for global product identification standards, enabling all local businesses to seamlessly integrate with international supply chains and thrive in a connected global market.
Our History
Our journey began in 1996 when the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, along with CII, FICCI, ASSOCHAM, FIEO, IMC, BIS, Spices Board, APEDA, and IIP, set up GS1 India to enable Indian businesses adopt global barcoding standards.
Since then, we are successfully fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, ensuring that all businesses can access and implement global standards to drive operational excellence and market growth.
