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What is EAN-8?
EAN-8 is the short, 8-digit member of the EAN family, created for products whose packaging is too small for a full EAN-13. It is issued sparingly because the number pool is limited.
- Digits: 8 numeric
- Type: 1D linear (GTIN-8)
- Best for: Small packaging
EAN-8 Barcode Generator
This free EAN-8 generator turns your data into a clean, scannable, print-ready EAN-8 in seconds. Adjust the size and colours, preview instantly, and download as PNG or SVG for your product label, packaging or marketing material — no sign-up required.
Where EAN-8 is used
- Small consumer goods
- Confectionery
- Single-serve packaging
When to use EAN-8
Use EAN-8 only when EAN-13 genuinely will not fit, such as small cosmetics, confectionery or single-serve packs.
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EAN-8 specification
| Type | Compact retail 1D barcode |
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| Data capacity | 7 digits + 1 check digit (8 digits total) |
| Character set | Numeric only |
| Nominal width | 26.73 mm |
| Nominal height | 21.31 mm |
| Used on | Small products where EAN-13 does not fit |
| Marketplaces | Same acceptance as EAN-13 |
| Check digit | Modulo-10 (position 8) |
| ISO standard | ISO/IEC 15420 |