eCommerce Wordbook

UPC

What is the meaning of UPC?

UPCs are 12-digit standardized codes used globally to identify products, remaining consistent across all retailers and platforms. These codes are managed externally by GS1, the global standards organization. Read our UPC vs SKU comparison for more information.

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