EAN-128
EAN-128, also known as UCC/EAN-128 is a Bar Code system/structure which uses the same Manufacturer and Product Identifier system as to be found on packages throughout the World in retail outlets.
7 - digits for the manufacturer ID.
5 - digits for the product ID.
The alphanumeric Code 128 is used for the preparation of EAN-128 bar codes. However the bar code structure is specified in a manner that limits the use of none digital characters mainly to Lot or Batch numbers and Manufactures own Catalogue numbers.
EAN-128 is superior to all previous EAN code systems in that it now enables
the manufacturer of Medical Devices to include as required: Lot/Batch numbers,
date and quantity. The HIBC Secondary structure can optionally be included as
part of an EAN-128 bar code.
New South Wales wants EAN Bar Codes on Device Labels. Link
to NSW Government page.
SEE section 3.1 Product Identifier.
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