Generate EAN-13

Generate an EAN-13 retail barcode with its check digit.

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ToolEAN-13 Generator
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How it works

EAN-13 encodes twelve data digits with left and right parity patterns, guard bars, and a thirteenth modulo-10 check digit. The leading digit selects the left-side parity pattern used to represent the number system.

  • The fixed thirteen-digit structure supports global retail identifiers.

Worked example

Product Barcode
Generate an EAN-13 barcode for a product
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											Digits: 590123412345
Height: 80
Show text: true
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When to use this

Product packaging, GTIN-13 catalogs, and print proofs generate EAN-13 symbols.

Edge cases

  • Changing any data digit requires recomputing the check digit.
  • A valid checksum does not prove GS1 assignment.
  • Quiet zones are required for reliable scanning.

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