Product Barcodes in India: Simple GS1 Guide

Before printing retail barcodes, you need the right numbers. This guide explains where they come from and how Quick Cropper's Barcode Generator turns them into labels.

Where EAN Numbers Come From

Retail EAN-13 numbers are issued by GS1 - in India, GS1 India. Registered numbers are unique to your company, which is why supermarkets and many marketplaces ask for them.

Codes for Your Own Use

For stock rooms, warehouses and internal tracking, you can use your own codes. Code 128 is the best choice because it accepts letters and numbers, like your SKUs.

Turning Numbers into Labels

Choose EAN-13 :
Or Code 128 for your own codes.
Enter or Upload Codes :
Type one, or upload an Excel list.
Pick a Label Size :
A4 sheets or thermal labels.
Download :
Print the PDF at 100% scale.

Conclusion

Get registered numbers for retail, use Code 128 for internal codes, and print them all with the Barcode Generator.

Product Barcodes in India: Simple GS1 Registration Guide