ITF-14 Barcode Generator

Make an ITF-14 barcode for cartons and cases online for free. Enter the 13 or 14 digits of the carton's GTIN and the check digit is added or checked; the barcode is drawn at the GS1 size for distribution, with bearer bars and 10-module quiet zones. Download SVG, PNG, PDF or EPS.

Valid

78.8 × 40.4 mm at 300 DPI

Barcode

13 characters

13 or 14 digits; the check digit is added.

Check digit 3 is added.

ITF-14 options

Size and resolution

Output DPI

300 DPI · Thermal / offset

6 px per module at 300 DPI. Print size: 78.8 × 40.4 mm (3.10 × 1.59 in). PNG, WebP and JPEG: 955 × 490 px.

Human-readable text

Text size and alignment

Alignment

Text font

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Label textNew

Font

Alignment

Printed in the file with the barcode, outside the quiet zone, in Helvetica or Courier so it looks the same in every format.

Colors

Contrast 21.0:1; estimated symbol contrast 100%.

Quiet zone (modules)2 · 10 · 2 · 10

Bar width reduction0 mil

Makes each bar thinner by this amount, to make up for ink that spreads on paper. Ask your printer for the value, or leave 0 for laser and thermal printing.

Rotation and backgroundNew0° · Filled

Rotation

In the preview, a checkered pattern shows the transparent areas. Print a transparent barcode only on a white or very light surface: scanners need the light quiet zone around it.

Margin and borderNew0 mm · no border

The margin is blank space outside the quiet zone, for cutting; the border is drawn at the outer edge. Both count in the print size.

Data inspectorNew13 chars
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No presets yet. Save the current settings to reuse them.

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    Recent barcodesNew0

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      ITF-14 · Live previewValid
      ITF-14 barcode encoding 1540014128876
      New

      Scaled to fit. Actual size shows the print size on screen.

      Print simulationNew

      Shows how a worn print looks and tests it with the decoder.

      Type
      ITF-14 · 1D
      Print size
      78.8 × 40.4 mm
      Raster
      955 × 490 px
      GS1 prefix
      540 · GS1 Belgium & Luxembourg

      Download

      Vector drawing, 78.8 × 40.4 mm. Design and label programs place it at its print size.

      New
      More export optionsNewTest sheet · size set · embed code

      Print test sheet (PDF)

      The code at 80%, 100% and 150% with 100 mm and 4 in rulers. Print it at actual size and scan each copy before printing many.

      Size set (ZIP)

      Magnification

      Embed code

      Nothing you type is uploaded.New

      How to Create an ITF-14 Barcode

      Enter the carton's GTIN, choose the bearer bars for your printing method, and download.

      1. Type the 13 digits of the GTIN-14 without its check digit, or all 14 to have it checked.
      2. Choose the bearer bars: a 2 × X frame for digital and thermal printers, or 4.83 mm for plate printing.
      3. Keep the GS1 size for distribution: an X-dimension from 0.495 to 1.016 mm and bars at least 31.75 mm tall.
      4. Download SVG for packaging artwork, or PNG for a label printer, and scan a test print.

      What an ITF-14 Barcode Carries

      An ITF-14 barcode carries a GTIN in 14-digit form and marks cases, cartons and pallets that hold products.

      The GTIN in 14 Digits

      • GTIN-14: a number for the carton itself, with an indicator digit in front.
      • GTIN-13 or GTIN-12: the item's own number, padded with leading zeros to 14 digits.
      • Check digit: the last digit, calculated with the GS1 mod 10 rule.
      ITF-14 barcode 15901234123454 with its parts marked: the indicator digit 1, the GTIN-13 590123412345 without its check digit, the new check digit 4, and the bearer bars around the symbol.
      ITF-14 15901234123454: the indicator digit 1, the GTIN-13 590123412345 without its check digit, and the new check digit 4.

      The Indicator Digit

      • 1 to 8: can mark the packaging level, such as an inner pack and an outer case of the same item.

        ITF-14 barcode 25901234123451: indicator digit 2 in front of the item number 590123412345 and a new check digit.

      • 9: is reserved for variable measure items, such as cases sold by weight.

        ITF-14 barcode 95901234123450: indicator digit 9, which marks a variable measure item.

      ITF-14 Specifications

      These are the GS1 rules for ITF-14 on cartons scanned in general distribution.

      ITF-14 at a glance
      PropertyITF-14
      Digits14 digits: a GTIN in 14-digit form, the last digit a check digit
      CharactersDigits 0 to 9
      Check digitGS1 mod 10: weights 3 and 1 from the right
      X-dimension (narrowest bar)0.495 mm (0.0195 in) target and minimum; 0.495 to 1.016 mm allowed
      Minimum bar height31.75 mm (1.250 in) at every X-dimension
      Quiet zone10 modules left, 10 modules right
      Wide-to-narrow ratio2.25:1 to 3:1, GS1 target 2.5:1; this tool draws 3:1
      Bearer barsRequired: a 4.83 mm frame for plate printing; at least 2 × X at the top and bottom for other printing
      Corrugated boardGS1 advises against an X-dimension below 0.635 mm printed directly on corrugate with plates
      Indicator digitThe first digit, 1 to 8, can mark the packaging level; 9 is reserved for variable measure items
      Where the numbers come fromThe GTIN of the carton: a GTIN-14 with an indicator digit, or the GTIN-13, GTIN-12 or GTIN-8 of the item padded with leading zeros
      Example15400141288763

      GS1 General Specifications §5.3 (ITF-14 symbology, ratio, quiet zones, bearer bars, example 15400141288763), symbol specification table 2 (table 5-47, page 414), GTIN-14 indicator values (page 534); GS1 US ITF-14 page.

      Sources, checked 2026-10-04: GS1 General Specifications, Release 26.0 (ratified January 2026); GS1 US: What is an ITF-14 barcode?; ITF-14 reference (BWIPP).

      Bearer Bars

      Bearer bars are the thick lines around or above and below an ITF-14; GS1 requires them unless they cannot be printed.

      Why They Matter

      They even out the pressure of a printing plate across the symbol and stop a scanner beam that enters at a slant from reading only part of the code. Without them, short partial reads become more likely.

      Frame or Thinner Bars

      With printing plates the bearer bar is a frame 4.83 mm thick around the symbol and its quiet zones. Other printing needs bars at least twice the X-dimension at the top and bottom; the generator draws a full frame in either thickness, which GS1 also allows.

      ITF-14 barcode 15400141288763 inside a bearer bar frame twice the X-dimension thick.
      Frame 2 × X
      ITF-14 barcode 15400141288763 inside a 4.83 mm bearer bar frame for printing plates.
      4.83 mm frame for plates
      ITF-14 barcode 15400141288763 without bearer bars.
      No bearer bars

      Printing ITF-14 on Cartons

      Print ITF-14 large enough for scanners in warehouses, on a light background, with its quiet zones clear.

      Size for Distribution

      GS1 sets an X-dimension of 0.495 to 1.016 mm and a bar height of at least 31.75 mm for cartons scanned in general distribution. The generator starts at the 0.495 mm target and warns when a setting falls outside the range.

      Printing on Corrugated Board

      GS1 advises against an X-dimension below 0.635 mm when ITF-14 is printed directly on corrugated board with plates. Choose a larger X-dimension, or print a label and stick it on the carton.

      Bar Width Ratio

      GS1 allows wide elements 2.25 to 3 times the narrow ones, with 2.5 as the target. This generator draws 3:1, inside the range, because it can be reproduced exactly at every printer resolution.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What Is an ITF-14 Barcode Used For?

      It marks cases, cartons and pallets that contain products, so warehouses and distribution centers can scan them. The single items inside carry their own UPC or EAN barcodes.

      Do I Need Bearer Bars?

      GS1 requires them unless they cannot be printed, because they help prevent partial reads. The generator draws them by default.

      Can I Use My Product's UPC in an ITF-14?

      Yes. A GTIN-12 or GTIN-13 padded with leading zeros to 14 digits can be encoded; for a carton that is a different trade unit from the item, a GTIN-14 with an indicator digit is used instead.

      What Size Should an ITF-14 Be?

      For general distribution GS1 sets an X-dimension of 0.495 to 1.016 mm and a minimum bar height of 31.75 mm. The print size under the settings shows the result in millimeters and inches.

      Is ITF-14 the Same as SCC-14?

      SCC-14 is an older name still used in labeling software for the 14-digit carton number. That number is a GTIN-14, and ITF-14 is the barcode that carries it.

      Is This ITF-14 Generator Free?

      Yes, with no account, watermark or download limit, including for commercial packaging.

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