EAN-13 Barcode Generator
EAN-13 is the standard retail barcode used in Europe, the UK, and many other regions. US retailers can scan EAN-13 — it's widely recognised in the same retail environments. Enter your 13-digit GTIN to generate a barcode.
A 13-digit code, usually issued by GS1. Also known as GTIN-13.
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EAN-13 (European Article Number) is the most common retail barcode worldwide. It encodes a 13-digit GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) and is issued by GS1. The first 2–3 digits identify the issuing country or region; the rest identify the product. At the checkout, the scanner reads the barcode to look up price and product details in the retailer's system.
EAN-13 is the default choice for retail products in the UK, Europe, Australia, and most of the world. US retailers can also scan EAN-13 — it's part of the same GS1 system as UPC-A. If your product has a 13-digit GTIN, use EAN-13. You can optionally add an EAN-5 add-on for variable pricing (e.g. weight-based items) in the format 13digits:5digits.
FAQ
- What is EAN-13?
- EAN-13 (European Article Number) is a 13-digit barcode used for retail products. It is also known as GTIN-13 and is issued by GS1.
- How many digits does EAN-13 need?
- EAN-13 requires exactly 13 digits. Optionally, you can add a 5-digit EAN-5 add-on for price extensions in format 13digits:5digits.
- Where is EAN-13 used?
- EAN-13 is the standard in Europe, UK, Australia, and most countries outside North America. US retailers can scan EAN-13 — it's widely accepted in the same retail environments. UPC and EAN are part of the same GS1 system and globally accepted.
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