ITF-14 generator
The outer-case code β GTIN-14 for cartons and trays, robust enough to print directly on corrugated board.
Print settings (PDF/EPS vector)
BWR compensates for dot gain on press β bars are drawn narrower in the file so they come out right on paper. Ask your printer for the recommended value (typical: 10β40 ΞΌm offset, 0 for thermal labels). Applies to PDF/EPS; SVG exports in black and white for screen use.
PDF/EPS are true vector with CMYK and BWR β press-ready. PNG/JPG export in high resolution for screen and office printers.
About ITF-14
ITF-14 carries a GTIN-14 (packaging-level GTIN) and is used on outer cases. The Interleaved 2 of 5 technology has wide, sparse bars that survive direct printing on corrugated board β hence the characteristic bearer bars that prevent misreads at poor print quality.
The first digit is a packaging indicator (1β8) followed by the product GTIN without its check digit, plus a new check digit.
Used for
- Outer cases and multipacks
- Warehouse and wholesale flows (not scanned at POS)
Frequently asked questions
What does the first digit of a GTIN-14 mean?
The packaging indicator: the same product in different case sizes gets different indicators (1β8). 9 is reserved for variable-measure goods.
Does ITF-14 need a frame around it?
For direct print on corrugated board: yes, bearer bars are required by GS1 to protect against misreads. For label printing, horizontal bearer bars are sufficient.