What Is a GTIN? The Number Behind Every Product Barcode
GTIN stands for Global Trade Item Number: the unique number under every product barcode. Learn the four GTIN formats and how to get one.

GTIN stands for Global Trade Item Number: the unique number under every product barcode. Learn the four GTIN formats and how to get one.

UPC-A, UPC-E, and EAN-13 look similar but serve different purposes. This guide breaks down each symbology, shows how they convert into each other, and helps you pick the right one for your products.