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Home›Barcode Types›What Is a UPC-A Barcode?
Barcode Types › UPC-A

What Is a UPC-A Barcode?

UPC-A is the 12-digit product barcode used mainly in North American retail. It belongs to the same GTIN family as EAN-13 and most scanners read both.

UPC-A: 12345678901

Sample data: 12345678901

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Key facts

Year1974
StandardISO/IEC 15420
Capacity11 digits + check
NoteThe North American retail standard

Where is it used?

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Retail

Verify store shelf and product labels on screen, before they fail to scan at the checkout.

Frequently asked questions

What is UPC-A?

UPC-A is the 12-digit product barcode used mainly in North American retail. It belongs to the same GTIN family as EAN-13 and most scanners read both.

How much data can UPC-A hold?

UPC-A capacity: 11 digits + check.

Where is UPC-A used?

Main uses: US/Canada retail products, GTIN-12 in international product catalogues, Checkout scanning.

Is UPC-A 1D or 2D?

UPC-A is a linear barcode.