A string of numbers under the bar code is called the bar code number.
Bar code number, with 13 digits in total, with the first 9 digits being the manufacturer's identification code, representing the enterprise producing the product; The next three numbers are different product codes in the enterprise. The last bit is the check code, which is used for anti-counterfeiting.
What about the barcode number and blank graphics on the barcode? This is what we will discuss next:
Second, the bar code application department
There are two types of barcode application departments:
China article numbering center-government examination and approval department,
Bar code agent-help enterprises apply for bar codes on their behalf.
First of all, the bar code of formal application can be circulated around the world and can be directly used for export. In order to realize the free circulation of global commodities, hundreds of millions of commodities around the world need to have unique codes. Thus, an institution, the International Article Coding Center, was born. The branch office in China is China Article Coding Center.
Barcodes applied by China Article Coding Center all start with 69, and the first three digits are 690-699.
(Different countries have different bar codes at the beginning, such as 489 in Hong Kong, 45 and 49 in Japan and 0 in the United States. )
Before the product goes on the market, the enterprise shall apply for a bar code certificate from China Article Coding Center. Then there will be a unique manufacturer identification code.
Enterprises only need to apply once, and then only need to generate a barcode number.
However, due to the complicated materials and procedures, and the China Item Coding Center is located in Beijing. As a result, another institution of bar code application-bar code agency was born.
Enterprises can apply for bar codes through bar code agencies. It is suggested that it is best to find an institution designated by the government, which will be more formal and reassuring.
Third, the bar code application process
Step 1, prepare the materials needed for barcode application;
Step 2, submit the materials to the article coding center for review (if you are looking for an agent, the agent will prepare and submit the materials for you);
The third step, after the approval, go to the coding center to get the certificate, or mail it (if it is mailed, the cost will be higher and the time will be longer);
Step 4, after obtaining the certificate and barcode card, generate a barcode number and input product information;
Four, bar code application materials
Bar code application requires business license of the enterprise (if it is self-employed), power of attorney for bar code registration, China bar code system member registration form, legal person ID card and contact information.
If you are looking for an agent, just stamp the official seal on the business license and they will prepare other materials for you.
Five, bar code application time
Because the barcode application needs manual review, the time uncertainty is higher, which depends on the efficiency of manual review and the number of barcode applications at that time.
In general, it takes 10- 15 working days, plus weekend rest time, which is close to 20 days.
If the product is in a hurry to go on the market, you can also apply urgently. This will be done by a government-designated agency. It usually takes 3-5 working days, and it can be completed in 3 days at the earliest.
Six, bar code application fee
Bar code application fee, including official fee (one-time joining fee and annual fee)+license fee+bar code generation fee (film)+agency service fee.
Bar code applications are applied by enterprises, and fees are charged according to the nature of enterprises.
One-time joining fee: 800 yuan (for thirteen-digit standard code and eight-digit shortened code, the one-time joining fee is 1200 yuan).
Annual fee: 640 yuan per year for a single enterprise; Group companies and import and export enterprises: 1200 yuan/year (the annual fee is renewed every two years);
Barcode generation fee: 32-80 yuan/piece, which varies from place to place.
License fee: generally 200-300 yuan. The agency service fee is generally 1000- 1500.
Therefore, the total cost of bar code application is 4000-4500 yuan. Above this range, it is not cost-effective, and below this range, it is not reliable (there will be other hidden costs later)
Seven, bar code generation and product information input
After the barcode application is completed, there will be a barcode certificate with the unique identification code of the manufacturer. There is also a barcode card with the account number and password of the product information input platform.
With the manufacturer's identification code, you can find the government or bar code agency to generate the bar code number.
Then on the commodity information input platform, enter the commodity name, price and specification corresponding to the barcode number. After entry, you can scan the product information on the barcode through WeChat.
Eight, the application and filing of international bar code
First of all, bar codes are applied by enterprises. Where the business license of the enterprise is registered, the bar code is registered.
If you want to apply for international bar code, you must have a business license in your country, which means you must register your company there. For example, if you want to register a bar code in Hong Kong, you need a Hong Kong company.
After you have a company, you can apply through the China agency designated by the International Article Coding Center. The application fee and time of international bar code are much higher than those in China, depending on which country's bar code is applied.
In addition, if the products produced in China need to use international bar codes, they need to be put on record in China Article Coding Center. This process is also somewhat complicated. For details, please consult the international bar code organization.
Attachment: Some Frequently Asked Questions (Q&; answer
1. Do you apply for the barcode yourself or find an intermediary?
—— Choose whether to apply for barcode by yourself or find an agency. This depends on everyone's own situation.
If you know the bar code application process and the required information, and you are not in a hurry to use it (apply yourself, you may be rejected and need to apply again. This will take more than a month), and then you can consider applying for it yourself;
If you choose an agency, you will feel at ease. You only need to give a business license when applying. After applying, you will also be taught how to generate barcode numbers and how to enter product information. When the renewal fee is due, someone will inform you in advance (this is very important, if you forget to renew the fee, the bar code of the product will not be able to scan the price, the product will be removed from the shelf and the packaging will be innovated).
2. My product will go on the market, and it is urgent to use bar code. Can I apply for a bar code urgently?
You can apply urgently to the government-designated institution. The time is 3-5 working days.