EAN-13 for Pharmaceutical Products
Medicines, drug packaging, pharmacy, CDSCO compliance, Schedule H drugs
Quick Answer: EAN-13 barcodes on pharmaceutical products are mandatory in India under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Generate GS1-compliant barcodes for drug packaging.
EAN-13 for Pharmaceutical Products
Barcode type EAN13 pre-selected. Example data: 8901234567890
Example: 8901234567890
Use Cases for EAN-13 Pharma Barcodes
Medicines, drug packaging, pharmacy, CDSCO compliance, Schedule H drugs
EAN-13 Pharma Barcode FAQ
Is barcode labeling mandatory for medicines in India?
Yes. CDSCO mandates barcode labeling for Schedule H, H1, and X drugs. The barcode must encode the product's GTIN, batch number, expiry date, and serial number using GS1 standards.
What is the difference between EAN-13 and 2D barcodes on pharma products?
EAN-13 on the outer packaging identifies the product GTIN. 2D Data Matrix barcodes on individual blister packs encode serialization data required under the Track and Trace mandate.
Where do I register for pharma barcodes in India?
Register with GS1 India (gs1india.org). For the CDSCO Track and Trace system, also register on the Sugam portal and obtain a License Holder Code.
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