What Is a UPC-E Barcode?

UPC-E is a compressed version of UPC-A that suppresses zeros to fit on small packages where a full UPC-A would not.

Sample data: 1234567

Key facts

Year1974

StandardISO/IEC 15420

CapacityCompressed UPC

NoteA shortened UPC-A for small packages

What is UPC-E?

UPC-E is a compressed version of UPC-A that suppresses zeros to fit on small packages where a full UPC-A would not.

How much data can UPC-E hold?

UPC-E capacity: Compressed UPC.

Where is UPC-E used?

Main uses: Small packages, Products with limited label surface, Checkout scanning.

Is UPC-E 1D or 2D?

UPC-E is a linear barcode.