Barcode production guide

EAN-13 vs UPC-A: which should I use?

Compare the two common retail product barcode formats.

UPC-A is common in North America and contains 12 digits. EAN-13 contains 13 digits and is widely used internationally. Your assigned GTIN and retailer requirements should determine the format.

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