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What is EAN-13?
EAN-13 (International Article Number) is the 13-digit retail barcode used worldwide outside North America. It is the global standard for point-of-sale scanning and is accepted by retailers and marketplaces across Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East.
- Digits: 13 numeric
- Type: 1D linear (GTIN-13)
- Primary region: International
EAN-13 Validator
This validator checks whether a EAN-13 is correctly formed and carries a valid check digit, so you can catch a mistyped or invalid number before you print labels or create a marketplace listing.
Where EAN-13 is used
- International retail
- Amazon, Flipkart and global marketplaces
- Supermarkets and general retail
When to use EAN-13
Choose EAN-13 if you sell internationally or anywhere outside the US/Canada. It is the most widely accepted retail barcode in the world.
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EAN-13 specification
| Type | Retail 1D barcode |
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| Data capacity | 12 digits + 1 check digit (13 digits total) |
| Character set | Numeric only (0-9) |
| Nominal width | 37.29 mm (100% magnification) |
| Nominal height | 25.93 mm |
| Minimum quiet zone | 11 modules on the left, 7 on the right |
| Used on | Retail products worldwide except North America |
| Marketplaces | Amazon India, Flipkart, Meesho, Myntra, Jio Mart, Ajio |
| Check digit | Modulo-10 (position 13) |
| ISO standard | ISO/IEC 15420 |