EAN Code

An EAN (European Article Number) code is an internationally recognized bar code used to identify and track products in e-commerce, retail and supply chain.

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Unlike an internally used SKU, the EAN is standardized, meaning that every unique product on the European market has its own unique and immutable EAN code.

What can I do with an EAN code?

You can do several things with an EAN code, including:

• Product Identification:
  The EAN code uniquely identifies a specific product.
• Inventory Management:
  By scanning EAN codes, you can track inventory quickly and accurately.
• Sales and checkout:
  When selling, the EAN code can be scanned to retrieve the correct product and price.
• Traceability:
  EAN codes allow you to track a product's origin, production and expiration date.
• E-commerce:
  EAN codes are used in online shopping for product identification and to facilitate the ordering process.
• Logistics and distribution:
  EAN codes are used to identify and track products during the shipping and return process. In short, EAN codes help manage, track and sell products efficiently.