Labelcode

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Labelcode also known as Label Code^[1] is a unique 4 to 6-digit music label identification code that is assigned by Gesellschaft zur Verwertung von Leistungsschutzrechten [de] (GVL), Germany. Since 2017, Labelcode is no longer mandatory.^[2] Labelcode is still used in some occasions, for example, CD publishing.^[3][4]