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Amazon Is Moving All UK and European vendors to GDSN. Are You Ready?

Don’t risk delisting, shipment errors, or lost sales. Syndigo delivers a seamless GDSN solution—fully compliant, fast, and trusted by leading brands.

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Amazon GDSN

Amazon is making GDSN compliance a priority for all suppliers in the UK and Europe, starting now. This isn’t just a technical update: it’s a fundamental shift in how product data is managed, validated, and shared across the entire supply chain.

GDSN is now the gold standard for supply chain and customer-facing product data, from GTINs, package hierarchy, weights, dimensions and more.

Manual processes are being phased out. Amazon is replacing time-consuming, error-prone Excel audits with automated, hands-off GDSN data feeds.

Immediate impact: vendors who don’t connect their Global Location Number (GLN) and publish via GDSN risk shipment delays, inaccurate inventory, and even product delisting.

Fulfillment accuracy is critical. Case pack errors are a major customer trust issue. GDSN data eliminates these mistakes by providing precise, standardised signals at every stage.

Why act now? 

  • Amazon has begun a programme to decommission the GOLD LIST and replace it with GDSN.
  • Over 100 suppliers have already published their full catalogue via GDSN, seeing improved receive rates and better GTIN coverage.
  • Amazon’s rollout is accelerating; late adopters may face operational disruption and competitive disadvantage
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How do I begin the process?

What This Means for You

  • Operation Impact: You will be required to connect your GLN and publish your catalogue via GDSN to remain an active Amazon supplier in Europe during 2026 and beyond.
  • Financial Risk: Incomplete or inaccurate data can lead to shipment rejections, lost sales, and penalties.
  • Competitive Pressure: Early movers gain faster onboarding, improved catalogue accuracy, and reduced manual workload. Those who wait risk falling behind.
  • Futureproofing: GDSN is not just for fulfillment; Amazon will expand its use to procurement, catalogue updates, and product listings in 2026 and beyond.
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Why Syndigo?

Syndigo is the leading commerce data pool, trusted by 18,000+ customers across 50+ countries.

Here’s what sets Syndigo apart:

  • Unmatched Scale & Flexibility: Connect via Syndigo’s data pool, third-party pools, or your own hybrid model—no lock-in, ISO 27001 certified.
  • Global Compliance & Speed: Activate content across industries and geographies, with faster onboarding and proven reliability.
  • Data Accuracy & Optimisation: Hundreds of validation rules, monthly scorecards, and streamlined workflows means your data is always complete, accurate, and optimised.
  • AI-Powered Content Enrichment: Deliver richer product experiences, drive conversion, and ensure compliance with every retailer’s standard.

With Syndigo, you’re not just compliant, you’re ahead.

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FAQs

Is there a subscription cost to publish to Amazon?

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Yes, as it based on the number of SKUs you’ll be listing to each Amazon market, we request you follow the steps in the form above to find out the subscription fee for your company.

What is GDSN?

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GDSN stands for Global Data Synchronisation Network and makes it possible for any company, in any market, to share high-quality product information seamlessly. For more information, please visit the GS1 UK website GS1 UK | Global Data Synchronisation Network (GDSN) , or the GS1 locale from which you source your GLNs

How do I find my GLN (Global Location Number)?

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If you’re unsure of your GLN, please contact GS1 UK (or your Local GS1 team) who issue GLNs, and they will be happy to help  Contact us | GS1

Can I use a GLN I already have linked to another company?

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No, the GLN you use must only be linked between Syndigo and Amazon

What data will I be sharing with Amazon?

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It will be B2B data, no B2C such as on-pack data, images, etc. Should you wish to publish B2C data to Amazon, please register your enquiry via amazon@syndigo.com and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this.

What attributes will I need to complete to publish to Amazon?

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All attributes listed below must be accurately populated (achieve a 100% readiness score) before you’re able to publish data to Amazon GDSN. If Amazon changes its mandatory requirements in the future, those revisions will be reflected in the Syndigo platform. We have training videos detailing how to populate each of these attributes and our support team is always on hand should you require additional help.

  • Functional Name
  • Trade Item Description
  • GTIN (Global Trade Item Number)
  • GPC (Brick Code)
  • Brand Name
  • Information Owner GLN
  • Information Owner Name
  • Package Height
  • Package Depth
  • Package Width
  • Package Weight
  • Market Availability Date
  • Information Effective Date

Will the Syndigo platform help improve the accuracy of the data I publish to Amazon UK?

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Our platform has validation rules in place to help with the accuracy of data, eg for packaging weight, Amazon requires this measurement in Grams. If you tried to enter the data in lbs. (pounds), the platform would highlight the error and confirm the correct measurement, before allowing you to populate and share the mandatory attribute.

Can I publish data in packaging hierarchies eg, at pallet, case and base level?

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Yes, you can publish in packaging hierarchies at pallet, case and base level and we have a training video specifically detailing how to do this. We will provide links to the training materials when you subscribe to the service.

How do I know if I’m Vendor Central?

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If you are already Vendor Central, you should have an ID related to this supplied by Amazon. If you’re still unsure, we recommend contacting Amazon directly to find out.

If I already have a login for the Syndigo platform can I use that?

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Yes, if you have login credentials for an HFSS (High fat sugar and salt) account, please continue to use them. We will simply activate Amazon UK (for other Amazon European connections based on need) as a designated recipient to your account, once your contract is in place.

Can we add new users who will be responsible for sharing to Amazon?

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Yes. Once your new contract is in place, your HFSS and Amazon UK GDSN data will exist in the same account – creating one golden record for each SKU. You can set up new users who will publish exclusively to Amazon. Any admin user can set up new users via the platform, alternatively contact our support team for assistance.

Can I publish HFSS data to Amazon UK?

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No, Amazon UK are not currently set up to receive HFSS data via productDNA powered by Syndigo. Should this change, we will make all clients aware.

Where can I find training materials to know how to share with Amazon UK?

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We have replicated the successful approach used for HFSS, creating a dedicated training video page for Amazon UK GDSN. Although you may have already viewed some of our training videos, it’s important you view those specific to Amazon UK GDSN as there are key differences.

How can I share all my data, including B2C, with Amazon through Syndigo?

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Please contact amazon@syndigo.com and a member of our team will be happy to discuss this with you.

If I have a GDSN data pool, how can I share it with Amazon UK?

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If you want to use Syndigo to send data to Amazon UK via GDSN, an easy configuration will be to use a secondary GLN to make the registration to the GS1 Global Registry. This secondary GLN will have to be communicated to Amazon, following the Content Authorisation steps Syndigo will provide you. We will also create a link between your current GDSN provider and Syndigo to automatically receive product information from your original source to complete data communicated to Amazon.

I have additional questions. Is there someone I can contact?

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Of course. Please contact amazon@syndigo.com with your questions and a member of our team will be in touch.

Can I share with other Amazon markets eg Amazon DE or FR?

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Yes, we will structure your contract according to your needs. Please contact amazon@syndigo.com with your questions and a member of our team will be in touch.

If our number of SKUs increases beyond the current band within 12 months, what do I do?

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We recommend you select the band that will reflect the number of SKUs you anticipate sharing with Amazon in the next 12 months. If you need to increase your allocation part way through the contract, please contact nadia.martins@syndigo.com

Can I sign a multi-year contract to save on admin?

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Yes. If you choose to sign a multi-year contract you may benefit from improved terms, to discuss this please contact amazon@syndigo.com