Generate EAN-8

Generate an EAN-8 compact retail barcode with its check digit.

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ToolEAN-8 Generator
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How it works

EAN-8 encodes seven data digits with left and right parity patterns, guard bars, and an eighth modulo-10 check digit. Its shorter fixed width is intended for products too small for EAN-13.

  • The eight-digit structure preserves retail scanning in a smaller footprint.

Worked example

Small Product Barcode
Generate an EAN-8 barcode for a small product
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											Digits: 9638507
Height: 70
Show text: true
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When to use this

Small packages, GTIN-8 catalogs, and packaging proofs generate EAN-8 symbols.

Edge cases

  • The check digit must be recomputed after data changes.
  • Not every product is eligible for a GS1-assigned short number.
  • Insufficient quiet zone can make a valid symbol unreadable.

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