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GS1 DataBar barcodes are used to identify small and hard-to-mark items like fruit, jewellery and cosmetics. In Australia GS1 DataBar is mainly used on loose unpackaged fruits. If you intend to use this barcode on any other product, please contact us.
We recommend checking with your trading partners if they are ready to scan GS1 DataBar before choosing this barcode.
There are seven barcodes in the GS1 DataBar family, however only one is actively used by Australian retailers, the Omnidirectional Stacked code. In general, they all carry the GTIN; with some in the family able to encode more information, such as serial numbers, weight, batch numbers and more.
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Even though GS1 DataBar became an open global standard in 2014, not all retailers have activated the symbology at POS. You must check with your retailer before you choose this barcode.
Examples of use: loose fruits, cosmetics
GS1 DataBar factsheet GS1 DataBar Scanning How-To-Guide GS1 DataBar Implementing How-To-Guide Learn more about creating and using GTINs
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Whilst these barcodes are available to use, they are not currently used in the Australian market.
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