EAN-8
Product IdentificationAlso known as: GTIN-8
Ethan Carter
QR & Barcode Standards Specialist
EAN-8 is a compressed 8-digit version of EAN (a GTIN-8) created for products too small for a full EAN-13.
How it works
It carries a shortened GS1 prefix, an item reference and a check digit, trading data capacity for a smaller footprint.
Where it's used
Small retail items such as confectionery, cosmetics and other space-limited packages.