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ITF14 Mode

ITF-14 is the standard 14-digit barcode for cases, cartons, and distribution packaging in supply chains worldwide. Enter the full numeric string, validate the interleaved 2 of 5 structure, and download a symbol ready for corrugated box labels.

1. Enter barcode data

0 entries · Blank lines ignored · Duplicate values detected

2. Choose barcode settings

3. Generate

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What is an ITF-14 barcode?

ITF-14 (also called SCC-14 or GTIN-14 in logistics contexts) is a 14-digit barcode symbology using Interleaved 2 of 5 encoding on corrugated cases and cartons. The first digit is a packaging indicator; the remaining digits identify the trade item at the case level. Warehouse management systems, distributors, and retailers scan ITF-14 symbols on outer packaging rather than the consumer-facing EAN or UPC on individual units.

Recommended generator settings

These defaults work well for preview and download. Adjust to match your label template or scanner tests.

Bar width Start at 2; increase only if scans fail at your print size
Height 100 px preview minimum; follow your label template for print
Quiet zone Keep the default margin unless your spec defines a different quiet zone
Readable text Leave enabled when operators verify values manually
Output format PNG for design files; JPEG for documents and quick sharing

Practical examples

  • 07090612123450
  • 10012345678902
  • 01234567890128
  • 10096385074979

When should you use ITF-14?

  • Corrugated case labels in wholesale and retail distribution
  • Warehouse inbound scanning of shipper cartons
  • Pallet and master-case labels in fulfillment centers
  • Proofing case-level barcodes before a print run of box labels

Limitations and common mistakes

Individual consumer units use EAN-13 or UPC-A. Some logistics workflows accept generic ITF rather than ITF-14 when a 14-digit structure is not required.

  • Including letters or symbols when this format accepts digits only.
  • Using the wrong digit count for this fixed-length symbology.
  • Assuming a generated number is an officially assigned product or case identifier.
  • Trimming quiet zones when cropping the image for a label layout.
  • Scaling the barcode unevenly so bar width ratios no longer match the generated image.

Related formats

ITF-14 vs ITF

Format Best for Supported data Key difference
ITF Distribution labels that specify Interleaved 2 of 5 without ITF-14 naming Exactly 14 digits Same Interleaved 2 of 5 encoding; used when the workflow references ITF generally.
EAN-13 Product packaging for retail sale in markets that expect EAN-13 symbols Exactly 13 digits A fixed-length numeric identifier with embedded check digit.
UPC-A Consumer product labels targeting US and Canadian retail chains Exactly 12 digits Fixed-length numeric identifier with modulo-10 check digit.

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Printing and scanning notes

Printing

  • Print directly on corrugate or on labels rated for warehouse abrasion.
  • Use bearer bars on ITF symbols when your spec requires them for print quality.
  • Maintain vertical bar height; ITF is sensitive to vertical compression on boxes.

Scanning

  • Use warehouse imager or laser scanners configured for Interleaved 2 of 5.
  • Scan at the case level, not through shrink wrap that distorts bar width.
  • Validate the 14-digit result against your WMS expected GTIN-14 record.

This tool creates a barcode image from the value you provide. It does not issue, register or guarantee an official product identification number.

Frequently asked questions

It is the packaging indicator showing case quantity level (often 0 for case pack or 1 for pallet configuration in common schemes).

No. You provide the 14-digit value; the tool renders the barcode image only.

ITF-14 targets outer cases and cartons; EAN-13 targets consumer sellable units.

The symbology and associated logistics standards define a fixed 14-digit case identifier.

Many print specs recommend bearer bars for ITF on corrugate. Follow your label specification.

Input must match the 14-digit pattern validated by the encoder, typically starting with 0 or 1.

Yes. Enter one 14-digit number per line.

SCC-14 commonly refers to the same case-level 14-digit identification used with ITF-14 barcodes.