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)
0/7Generated Barcode
Your barcode will appear here after generation
How It Works
Enter your 7-digit EAN-8 number assigned by GS1.
The 8th check digit is computed automatically.
Preview the barcode at the recommended retail size.
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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