A GS1-128 barcode is used on shippers, cases where extra information (expiry date, batch number etc) IS required to be encoded into the barcode
Required barcode magnification (size) for GS1-128 barcodes range depends on what the barcode is printed on and how it is scanned.
Hand Scanning magnification range is 25 - 100%
Automated Scanning magnification range is ≥ 50 - 100%
NOTE: your retailer may have required magnifications
Maximum Length
A GS1-128 must never exceed 165mm including quiet zones
When stringing data elements together (concatenation) the maximum numbers of characters must not exceed 48 characters.
NOTE: This includes the Function 1 symbol character (FNC1) when used as a field separator, but excludes auxiliary characters
For the basics of GS1-128, click here
For help using the chart below, click here
Version 2.0 28 November 2024