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| The Challenge for Exporters | |
| Simply Barcodes understands the unique challenges facing exporters. Many exporters express confusion regarding the requirements for an EAN or a UPC code and whether or not they need a specific country code. Often exporters express concern about turnaround time. Perhaps they wonder if the barcode they currently have on their product will work oversees and if not who is responsible for barcoding the product. | |
| Innovative Solutions for Exporters | ||
| Simply Barcodes makes barcoding simple. You face numerous challenges when working to get your products to the market, so barcoding should not be one of them. Our service helps you achieve business success by ensuring that you select the right code for your markets. We offer same day and even rush service where we create and send your code within the hour. |  |
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Whether you export luxury goods or office supplies, most companies regardless of size want to accomplish the following:
Simply Barcodes can help you meet all of these challenges by:
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| Want us to select the right code, generate the code and email it to you today? | |
| Order Now! Single Barcodes $89 or call us at +1-404-885-6066 or 1-877-872-2060 (toll free) | |
| What is an EAN code? | |
| EAN stands for European Article Number. The EAN codes look similar to UPC codes except that EAN codes are 13 digits long. Retail products outside of North America feature a single standard EAN barcode. The exceptions to this rule are: books, magazines, greeting cards, and prescription drugs. Retail products sold within North America feature a UPC barcode. |
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| How do EAN codes work? | |
| In short, the EAN is a 13-digit unique code for your product represented by scannable bars. EAN codes (also known as GTIN-13) appear as lines (bars) of varying widths representing the series of numbers commonly shown below the bars. Barcode scanners read the bars and convert them back to the 13-digit EAN number that they represent. When you reach an agreement with a retailer to carry your product(s), they request the information required by their unique proprietary sales and inventory tracking systems. Your 13-digit EAN number, when looked up within the retailer’s inventory system, finds the corresponding product name and price. This information helps the retailer keep accurate inventory data, review sales, and reorder. |
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| I export goods to companies outside of North America. Do I need an EAN code? | |
| In the past, we explained that the UPC code is 12 digits long and can be read both by UPC and by EAN scanners since the EAN system is set to accept UP TO 13 digits, making the UPC ideal for worldwide product roll-out since they can be read universally. After receiving an increasing number of reports that retailers in Europe and Asia are requesting EAN barcodes, we now suggest that you use an EAN code on exported goods. |
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| I export goods to companies outside of North America. Do I need an EAN code? | |
| We recommend that you use UPC codes. As of Jan 2005, all American retailers were scheduled to adjust their systems to be able to read the additional 13th digit in EAN barcodes. However, we cannot confirm that all retailers have complied with this changeover. Therefore, we recommend using UPC instead of EAN barcodes for the North American market to ensure universal compatibility. Click here to buy official UPC Codes. | |
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| Do I really need an EAN code on my product? | |
| Most stores have electronic point of sale (ePOS) systems that enable them to keep track of their sales and stocks and to reorder products by scanning the barcode. Most retailers refuse to accept products that are not barcoded. In addition, many distributors make use of barcodes in their warehouse systems. |
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| What do I need to know about the standards organization for EAN codes? | |
| GS1 formerly called EAN International and the UCC (Uniform Code Council), manages EAN code standards. | |
| EAN codes can be obtained in two ways: | |
| 1. Leased directly from GS1 for a considerable initial fee plus ongoing annual fees | |
| 2. Purchased for a one-time fee from Simply Barcodes | |
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| How do I get EAN codes for retail products sold outside of the United States? | ||||||
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| We only require that you provide contact and billing information. You are not required to provide product information. | ||||||
| Your retailer collects your product information, which they associate with your barcode at the Point of Sale. | ||||||
| Note: We also accept PayPal, checks or money orders. If using one of these payment methods, please download and complete an Order Form and include it with your payment. | ||||||
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| What if I am selling to The Kroger Co., Macys, Inc., Wal-Mart Stores, Sears Brands, LLC or other stores that require GS1 membership? | |
| In this case, we absolutely recommend that you go directly to GS1. | |
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| For your convenience, you receive your EAN barcode graphic in three different formats so that your graphic artist, printing company, or manufacturing facility can work with the graphic in their preferred software. | |||||||||||||
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| When do I get my EAN codes? | |
| The turn-around time is often within an hour. All orders received before 4 p.m. Eastern Time on business days are completed the same day. Orders placed after 4 p.m. will be processed next business day. If you require RUSH completion, please call 1-877-872-2060 (toll-free) or +1-404-885-6066 (international) to make arrangements. |
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“I am happy with my experience with Simply Barcodes. I own a digital printing shop and I was impressed with the ease of the process. All we had to do was order and that same day we were able to put the barcode in the packaging artwork. I did not have any problems.”
Ysabelle Roy
DIGIPUB
Port-au-Prince, Petion Ville, Haiti -
“It was so easy to get the barcode. The process was very simple. I received my barcode within one hour. In a matter of minutes we were able to use the barcode. I am happy with my experience with you.”
Michel Moore
LogInfo
Candiac, QC, Canada -
“We purchased codes from you previously and we expect to purchase another 10 codes from you within a year. Thanks for a great service.”
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Judy's Magic Mixes
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“The process was quick and we received our barcodes the same day. We are very happy with your service.”
Ann Alari
Nemcom International OU
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“It was a simple and easy process. I received my barcodes quickly. The service is efficient and friendly.”
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Mind Candy
London, Great Britain
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