Free ITF-14 Barcode Generator
Enter 13 digits and the tool adds the check digit, or enter all 14 to confirm it. Bearer bars are included.
Example: 15400141288763
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Preview
Printed size: 81.2 × 40.1 mm
Downloads come out at the printed size shown here. On screen, the preview is scaled to fit.
What ITF-14 is for
ITF-14 marks cartons and cases, not the single items inside. It holds a 14-digit GTIN that warehouses and distribution centers scan. Its wide bars print well on corrugated board, where finer barcodes tend to spread and fail.
Building the 14-digit number
Usually you start from the product number already on the item. Add an indicator digit at the front, from 1 to 8, to mark the pack level, then recalculate the check digit. Different case sizes of one product get different indicator digits.
Size rules
- Narrowest bar: from 0.495 mm to 1.016 mm in the GS1 range. GS1 UK suggests at least 0.635 mm when printing directly on board.
- Height: at least 31.75 mm for logistics scanning.
- Bearer bars: the thick frame around the symbol evens out printing pressure and helps stop false reads. It is part of the design, so keep it.
What this tool does and does not do
It draws the barcode for the number you enter. It does not issue numbers: retail barcodes need a number licensed from GS1.
Scan a printed sample before a full run. Print quality, material and color all affect scanning, and only a barcode verifier gives a formal grade.
Common questions
Can I print ITF-14 on a label instead of directly on the carton?
Yes. Labels often give a cleaner print than corrugated board, so a smaller size can work. Check that the label can hold the full height and quiet zones.
What does the first digit of ITF-14 mean?
It is the indicator digit, which separates pack levels of the same product. The digits have no fixed meaning, so 1 could be a case of 6 and 2 a case of 24. You decide and keep a record.
Is ITF-14 scanned at the shop checkout?
No. It is for logistics. Items sold individually need EAN-13 or UPC-A.
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