UPC A & UPC E

The UPC-A symbol is used for the 12 digit retail barcode numbers (GTINs) assigned for use on fixed weight consumer products intended for sale in North America. The UPC-E symbol is used for small retail products which cannot accomodate a UPC A symbol.

UPC-A Specifications

Min. size 29.83 mm x 20.73 mm

Max. size74.58 mm x 51.82 mm

Nominal dimensions 37.29 mm x 25.91 mm

X dimension at nominal size 0.330 mm

Light Margins Both 2.97 mm (9x)

Bar Height 22.85 mm at nominal size

UPC-A Example

UPC-E Specifications

Min. size 17.69mm x 20.73mm

Max. size 44.22mm x 51.82mm

Nominal dimensions 22.11mm x 25.91 mm

X dimension at nominal size 0.330 mm

Light Margins Both 2.97 mm (9x)

Bar Height 22.85 mm at nominal size

UPC-E Example

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