EAN Code 960-969

An EAN-13 barcode is a 13-digit number that uniquely identifies a product. The structure of this code is as follows: Country Code (2-3 digits): Indicates the country or economic region where the manufacturer is registered. This does not necessarily mean the product is made there. Manufacturer Code (4-5 digits): Assigned by the national GS1 organization to the manufacturer or company. Product Code (5-6 digits): Assigned by the manufacturer to identify the specific product. Check Digit (1 digit): Calculated from the other digits, used to ensure the barcode is correctly composed. The 960-969 Range The 960-969 range is a special case within the EAN-13 system. It is designated for "Global Office" allocations, which means it's used for products and publishers that operate internationally, beyond the confines of a single country's GS1 organization. This range includes: 960-961: Often used for various international products. 962-969: Specifically allocated for international publishers, making it an extension of the "Bookland" EAN range that starts with 978 and 979, which are used for ISBNs. Importance of the 960-969 Range. This range is crucial for several reasons: Flexibility for International Operations: It allows companies and publishers that operate in multiple countries to have a consistent set of codes that do not tie them to a single country's GS1 organization. Expansion of ISBNs: With the growing number of publications worldwide, the 960-969 range provides additional capacity for ISBNs, ensuring that new books can be uniquely identified.