What is the difference between ITF-14 and EAN-13?

EAN-13 goes on the consumer item, ITF-14 goes on the shipping case. The first digit of an ITF-14 indicates the packaging level.

How many digits do I enter?

13 digits; the 14th check digit is calculated automatically.

Do I need a bearer bar?

When printing directly on corrugated board, yes — the frame prevents misreads. On glossy labels it matters less.

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For cases, trays and trade units (14 digits).

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ITF-14

ITF-14 encodes a GTIN-14 and lives on outer cases and trays rather than on the individual consumer item. Its thick bearer bar keeps it readable when printed directly on rough corrugated board.

14 digits: packaging indicator + GTIN + check digit
Robust on corrugated cardboard, even with ink spread
Standard in distribution centres and logistics

Frequently asked questions

All barcode types

EAN-13Enter 12 digits — we calculate the check digit for you.EAN-8Enter 7 digits, the check digit is added automatically.UPC-AEnter 11 digits for a valid 12-digit UPC-A.UPC-EEnter 7 or 8 digits — the compact form of UPC-A.ITF-14For cases, trays and trade units (14 digits).GS1-128With Application Identifiers, e.g. (01)(17)(10).ISBNEnter your ISBN with dashes, for example 978-90-274-3964.ISSNFormat XXXX-XXXX, for example 0317-8471.Code 128Letters, digits and symbols in one compact symbol.Code 39The classic symbology for legacy scanners and industry.Code 93More compact than Code 39, with double error checking.QR CodeFor links, text and more — no account, no expiry.Data MatrixThe smallest 2D code — for components and medical products.PDF417Lots of text in one symbol — for documents and tickets.

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