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PZN

Pharmacy & HealthcareAlso known as: PZN8

Ethan Carter

QR & Barcode Standards Specialist

PZN (Pharmazentralnummer) is the German central pharmaceutical number that identifies medicines and pharmacy products.

How it works

Encoded with Code 39 using a "PZN-" prefix and a check digit, it uniquely identifies each drug package.

Where it's used

Medicines and pharmacy items in Germany, on packaging and reimbursement systems.