Barcode Buddy

    Free EAN-8 Barcode Generator

    The compact 8-digit retail barcode for products too small for EAN-13

    EAN-8 is the shortened version of EAN-13, designed for products with limited label space — chewing gum, sweets, single-serve items, and small cosmetics. Enter your 7-digit code and our generator calculates the check digit and renders a scanner-ready EAN-8 barcode.

    EAN-8 Settings

    Enter your data to generate a EAN-8 barcode

    Enter 7 digits (check digit calculated automatically)

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    Generated Barcode

    Your barcode will appear here after generation

    Click "Generate Barcode" to create your barcode

    How It Works

    01

    Enter your 7-digit EAN-8 number assigned by GS1.

    02

    The 8th check digit is computed automatically.

    03

    Preview the barcode at the recommended retail size.

    04

    Download a 600 DPI PNG, SVG, or PDF for production.

    Common Use Cases

    Confectionery

    Chewing gum, mints, and small candy items.

    Cosmetics

    Lip balm, single-use sachets, sample-size products.

    Tobacco

    Small tobacco and vape accessory packs.

    Stationery

    Pens, erasers, and small office consumables.

    Pharmacy

    Single-pill blister packs and travel-size kits.

    Promotional Items

    Trial-size and sample SKUs with constrained label area.

    Technical Specifications

    Symbology type
    Linear (1D) barcode
    Length
    7 digits + 1 check digit (8 total)
    Character set
    Numeric only
    Check digit
    Automatic (mod 10)
    Nominal size
    26.73 mm × 21.31 mm at 100%
    Standards
    ISO/IEC 15420, GS1 General Specifications

    Frequently Asked Questions

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