UK Products Barcode Database

FAQ Section

Tell me more about this Barcode Database?

We are a centralised database of information about UK products and barcode numbers. We store and manage product information that is associated with each barcode – the information we provide includes product names, descriptions, prices, manufacturer details, and other relevant data. The barcode numbers in this database were either purchased from, or registered through, the International Barcodes Network

How do I look up a barcode number or a product?

You can look up a barcode number or a product/brand name in the search box on the International Barcode Registry https://ibnreg.org/ website (the data on this website is drawn from that large international database).

Which products and barcodes are included in this database?

This database only includes data on barcodes that have been purchased from, or registered through the International Barcodes Network (and it’s member sites around the world). The International Barcodes Network runs two databases – https://barcodesdatabase.org/ and https://ibnreg.org/. This site includes UK products that have been registered in those databases.

Is this a complete database of all barcode numbers and products?

This is not a complete database. We only provide information about barcode numbers that have been issued by, or registered through, the International Barcodes Network.

What is the International Barcodes Network (IBN)?

The International Barcodes Network (IBN) is a large global network of over 100 different barcode suppliers and websites worldwide.

If you want to register your barcodes you have two options:

If you don’t have a barcode number yet:

You can purchase a barcode from Buy Barcodes UK or Barcode1 UK (barcode1.co.uk). They are both official members of the International Barcodes Network (IBN)). Barcodes purchased from members of the IBN Network are automatically eligible for registration.

After you purchase a barcode, you will receive an email containing your barcode, and instructions for how to register it on the https://barcodesdatabase.org/ online database (products registered on that database will also automatically appear in the https://ibnreg.org/ database).

If you already have a barcode number for your product:

If you already have a barcode number(s) from a different barcode seller then you can register it by purchasing Barcode Registration here (you will need to provide proof that you are the legal owner of the barcode).

After that you will receive an email with instructions for how to register your barcode on the https://barcodesdatabase.org/ online database (products registered on that database will also automatically appear in the https://ibnreg.org/ database).

What are the benefits of barcode registration?

Barcode registration is not compulsory (you can use your barcode numbers without registering your barcodes), however registration will increase the profile of your product and brand on the internet. Barcode registration makes it easier for retailers and customers to find your product and company information online. Barcode registration helps prevent theft or accidental misuse of your barcodes (it provides extra proof that the barcodes belong to you).

After you’ve registered your barcodes, your product and barcode information will appear in multiple online barcode databases – including the International Barcode Registry (ibnreg.org) and the International Barcodes Database. Your barcode and product information will be visible in Google search engine results, and when scanned by the Zebra barcode app (available on Android or Apple phones).

How to Buy Barcodes

In the UK you can buy EAN-13 retail barcodes from Buy Barcodes UK (buybarcodes.co.uk) or from Barcode1 UK (barcode1.co.uk). They are both authorised members of the International Barcodes Network, and they sell certified and registered barcodes within the UK.

The barcodes will be sent to you automatically by email straight away. The email will contain instructions for how to register and use your barcodes.

After you’ve registered your barcodes, your product and barcode information will appear in multiple online barcode databases – including the International Barcode Registry (ibnreg.org) and the International Barcodes Database. Your barcode and product information will be visible in Google search engine results, and when scanned by the Zebra barcode app (available on Android or Apple phones).