How can I bulk upload metafields for SKU, UPC and item condition?

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Topic summary

A user seeks to bulk upload product metafields (SKU, UPC, item condition) via CSV for thousands of products, wanting to avoid using third-party apps.

Original Challenge:

  • Metafields previously couldn’t be bulk uploaded through standard CSV import
  • User questioned if apps were the only solution
  • Another participant confirmed struggling with the same issue for over a week

Resolution:

  • Shopify added native bulk export/import functionality for product metafields in their Summer 2024 update
  • No workarounds or third-party apps are now needed
  • Users can now handle metafield uploads directly through Shopify’s built-in tools
Summarized with AI on November 8. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.
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I would like to add my SKU, UPC and item Condition to my product page. Because I have thousands of products I really need to be able to upload these items when I bulk add (csv) new products. I have attached a screen shot of what Im trying to do. Was wondering if Metafields is the only way which, from everything ive read, isnt possible to bulk upload without the use of an app. Any other options? Picture is in the reply section.

Thanks,

Rich

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Have you found a solution. I’ve been going at this for more than a week and haven’t found a solution yet, whether it’s through import/export, bulk edit, or apps. Would be appreciated if you can share your experience. Thank you.

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Shopify has finally added bulk export and import of product metafields in the Summer 2024 update. No need for apps or workarounds now.

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Shopify has added import/export of metafields in their latest update.