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1 min readNov 17, 2022

What is UPC Code? What Are Types Of UPC Codes?

A UPC is a form of code that is placed on retail goods packaging to help identify a specific item.
It is made up of two parts: the machine-readable barcode (a series of unique black bars) and the distinctive 12-digit number beneath it.

As an item is scanned at checkout, UPCs make it simple to recognize product details such as the brand name, item, color, and size.

Importantly, a UPC Code does not contain any pricing information.

If a store’s computer scans the code, it compares the product to the current price stored in its database to determine the cost of the product.

Otherwise, every time the price varies, a new UPC code must be produced, and the manufacturer must also be aware of the price the stores wish to establish.

Types of UPC codes
See more: https://barcodelive.org/what-is-upc-codes

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