UPC Number and UPC Barcode Scanner

Yes! Once you have your unique GS1 number, contact High-Mark Systems for assistance with selecting a barcode label printer.

This first component, the UPC Company Prefix, is between 6 and 10 digits and is assigned to you by GS1. Also, the number of digits is determined by how many products you will need to assign numbers to. But, if you have thousands of products, your company prefix will need to be fewer digits. If

Barcodes on packaged foods are an example of the UPC-A code format. It is 12 digits long and looks something like this: The UPC number itself is referred to as the GTIN (Global Trade Item Number). The GTIN is made up of two parts: The UPC Company Prefix and the number that you have assigned

The fee is determined by the number of unique products you need to identify as well as gross sales revenue. the prices vary so greatly, only GS1 can give you an accurate cost for this.

Only GS1 US can issue you a globally unique “GS1 Company Prefix” that is used to create UPC numbers. Follow this link for all the information you need to start this process: Apply for a UPC Barcode

If you sell products to a distributor or a retailer, you will need a UPC barcode. Although it is best to contact the company selling your product to find out their policy on UPC barcodes. When you obtain your UPC number, you will also get a certificate authenticating your number. Most retailers require proof of