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Key Features
About This Tool
What is UPC-E?
UPC-E is a compressed, zero-suppressed version of UPC-A that prints in a much smaller space. It carries the same product identity as its UPC-A equivalent but is designed for tiny items where a full UPC-A will not fit.
- Digits: 6 significant (8 shown)
- Type: 1D linear (compressed UPC)
- Best for: Very small packaging
UPC-E to UPC-A Expander
This converter changes your number to and from UPC-E and its related formats, recalculating the check digit for you so the result is always valid.
Where UPC-E is used
- Small-format retail packaging
- Cosmetics and confectionery
- Electronics accessories
When to use UPC-E
Use UPC-E for small products such as cosmetics, sweets or electronics accessories where space is limited.
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UPC-A specification
| Type | Retail 1D barcode (North America) |
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| Data capacity | 11 digits + 1 check digit (12 digits total) |
| Character set | Numeric only (0-9) |
| Nominal width | 37.29 mm (100% magnification) |
| Nominal height | 25.93 mm |
| Minimum quiet zone | 9 modules on both sides |
| Used on | Retail products in USA and Canada |
| Marketplaces | Amazon US, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Kroger |
| Check digit | Modulo-10 (position 12) |
| ISO standard | ISO/IEC 15420 |