Code of Good Scanning Practice
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Attention! The programme the Code of Good Scanning Practice, created by GS1 Romania, is addressed to retail companies and reflects their commitment to being as transparent as possible towards customers: "The price on the shelf is the price at the checkout!"
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The price on the shelf is the price at the checkout
Download the CBPScan 2026 BrochureThe Code of Good Scanning Practice (CBPScan) is a GS1 Romania initiative addressed to retail companies that commit to observing a set of principles and procedures meant to ensure that the price displayed on the shelf matches the price charged at the checkout.
Launched in 2006, the programme helps to increase consumer trust and strengthen a fair and transparent shopping experience.
By joining the programme, participating companies demonstrate their commitment to the accuracy of information provided to customers and to upholding high operating standards.
Benefits for retailers
Greater customer trust
Consumers are guaranteed that the price displayed is the price paid at the till.
Market differentiation
Taking part in the programme demonstrates a commitment to transparency and fairness.
Ongoing monitoring and verification
Compliance with the programme's principles is assessed through checks carried out by GS1 Romania.
Stronger company reputation
A signal of professionalism and responsibility towards consumers.
How does it work?
Joining the programme
The company signs the participation agreement and adopts the principles of the Code of Good Practice.
Conformity assessment
GS1 Romania carries out periodic checks on compliance with the commitments made.
Participation certification
Compliant companies may use their participant status in the programme and benefit from the associated recognition.
Companies applying the Code of Good Scanning Practice
Over 20 years of promoting good practice in retail
Launched in 2006, the CBPScan programme helps to strengthen trust between retailers and consumers by promoting transparent and responsible trading practices. Join the companies that support transparency in their relationship with consumers.