Free tool
ITF-14 Barcode Generator.
ITF-14 is the barcode for shipping cartons — the big, chunky symbol on outer cases that encodes the GTIN-14 of the products inside. It prints reliably even on corrugated cardboard.
No signup. No watermark. Free for commercial use.
Where it's used
What ITF-14 is for.
- Shipping carton labeling
- Pallet and case codes
- Warehouse receiving
FAQ
ITF-14 questions.
What does an ITF-14 encode?
A 14-digit GTIN: an indicator digit (the packaging level), then the product's GTIN, then a check digit. The same product at different case sizes gets different indicator digits.
Why use ITF-14 instead of printing the EAN on the box?
Interleaved 2 of 5 tolerates low-quality printing on corrugated cardboard far better than EAN/UPC symbols. That's why carton codes use it.
Does it need the thick black border?
The bearer bars help press printing and scanning on cartons. Many label-printed ITF-14s omit them; if your trading partner's spec requires bearer bars, add them in your label design around the symbol.
Can I encode other lengths?
The ITF symbology accepts any even number of digits, and so does this generator — but for retail supply chains, 14 digits is the standard.
Is this free for commercial use?
Yes — download the SVG or PNG and print it on anything.
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