2D QR Barcode Labels

Ideal for Tracking Lab Samples, Warehouse Pallets, Assets, Shipments and More

2D QR Barcode Labels for Tracking Applications

QR barcode labels are available in serialized, sequentially numbered formats for a wide range of tracking applications, including labs, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Labs use 2D QR barcode labels to track samples and test tubes, while logistics operations use them as location labels and License Plate Numbers (LPNs) to identify totes, cartons, and pallets.

QR Test Tube Label

1.0" x 0.5"

Perfect size for tracking test tubes and lab samples.

Weatherproof Labels printed on Rolls

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QR License Plate Number (LPN) Barcode Label

3.0" x 2.0"

Ideal label size for bins and totes in a distribution center or warehouse facility.

Premium Paper Labels Printed on Rolls

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Pallet Labels

6.0" x 4.0"

Label size used to identify pallets and trailers with a unique tracking ID.

Premium Paper Labels Printed on Rolls

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Premium Paper Labels Printed on Sheets

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2D QR Codes to drive traffic to your website!

QR barcode labels can be scanned instantly using the native camera app on iPhones (iOS) or Android devices, allowing consumers to connect directly to your website from their smartphones. Add QR code labels or QR stickers to your products, cartons, or documents to drive website traffic, share product information, and increase customer engagement.

Small QR Barcode Sticker

1.25" x 1.0"

QR label that can be used alongside a UPC on your product or paperwork to drive users to your website.

Premium Paper Labels Printed on Rolls

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Water Resistant Labels Printed on Rolls

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Carton Label

2.0" x 2.0"

Medium Size QR Barcode Sticker

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Large Weatherproof QR Barcode Sticker

3.0" x 3.0"

Large Weatherproof QR Code suitable for placement outside.

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We are a GS1 US Channel Partner

As a GS1 US Channel Partner, Order Barcodes, Inc. offers direct access to GS1 identifiers, including Global Trade Item Numbers (GTINs). These identifiers are essential for marketplace product listings and the generation of UPC barcodes to accurately label your products. Visit our GS1 US Channel Partner Page for more info.

QR Codes Powered with GS1 Digital Link

The GS1 Digital Link "web-enables" barcodes by using a standardized structure to encode GS1 identifiers—such as UPCs—into 2D QR Codes. It transforms a traditional GS1 identifier into a structured URL that links to online information, making it scannable by both retail systems and smartphone cameras—no special app required!

How to Order - GS1 Digital Link QR Codes

Order GS1 Digital Link QR Codes using a custom XLS order form — Choose from Print-Ready Files or Printed Labels.

Interim Dual Placement Example

Request .XLS Order Form.

Complete and email to Order Barcodes.

Once complete, return order form by
email: orders@orderbarcodes.com

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Review Invoice & Use Payment Link to Complete Order.

Follow the payment instructions to complete order.

What is a GS1 Digital Link?

A GS1 Digital Link is a structured web address containing GS1 identifiers.
When encoded in a 2D barcode such as a QR Code, it will work seamlessly at retail point-of-sale and will provide consumers instant access to transparency and traceability data through their smartphone camera.

GS1 Digital Link Syntax

A GS1 Digital Link is a structured web address that connects a product’s GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) to digital content. It starts with a domain, includes Application Identifiers (AIs) to define the data, and can carry key traceability fields like batch or serial numbers. These components work together to make product information instantly accessible through a single scan.

Domain: This is the base URL, often a subdomain of the brand's website (e.g., id.yourbrand.com) or a GS1-provided resolver like id.gs1.org.

GS1 Application Identifier (AI): A short numeric code that defines the type of data being encoded in a barcode or digital link. For example, 01 is the AI for a GTIN (Global Trade Item Number, the product identifier), while 10 is the AI for a batch or lot number. These identifiers standardize how data is structured, ensuring seamless interpretation and reliable processing across global supply chains.

GS1 Primary Identification Key: The main identifier used to uniquely distinguish an item in the GS1 system—for example, the GTIN (Global Trade Item Number), which identifies products and can be expressed as a UPC or EAN barcode.

Key Qualifiers: These provide further levels of specificity, like batch and lot numbers (LOT456 or 456).

For more detailed information on syntax, please refer to GS1 Digital Link Standard: URI Syntax.

Domain Options

Default Domain - ‘Verified by GS1’

Default Domain, id.gs1.org takes user to GS1 Data Hub - 'Verified by GS1'. Consumer is able to verify both company and product information

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Company Website

Product Page on Company website
*Requires DNS redirect rules, *contact us for assistance.

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3rd Party Solutions

Many third-party platforms offer GS1 Digital Link services, including Link management, analytics, and hosting. While they often provide domain options, GS1 recommends using a domain you own to ensure long-term control and brand consistency.

Verified by GS1

To review UPC Company & Product Information use the Verified by GS1 Tool. It's simple:

1. Enter your UPC number & search

2. View search results

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What is Sunrise 2027 ?

The retail industry has set the 2027 Sunrise Date—a global milestone marking the upgrade of all retail point-of-sale systems to scan both 1D barcodes (linear UPC) and 2D barcodes (such as QR Codes).

By the end of 2027, QR Codes powered by GS1 Digital Link will enable consumers to scan a product with their smartphone to see brand-verified product information, including ingredients, allergens, harvest date, lot number, and expiration date—delivering greater transparency and traceability.

Timeline & Background

1974

Birth of UPC and EAN Barcodes.
UPC barcodes debuted in U.S. grocery stores in the 1970s, starting modern barcode scanning. EAN codes soon followed, enabling standardized use worldwide.

2005

GTIN Sunrise Date (Jan 1, 2005).
Global systems began accepting 14-digit GTINs per GS1 General Specifications.

2024

50th Birthday for UPC Barcode.
More than 600 million GTINs issued by the GS1, all maintained in the world’s largest GTIN database, the GS1 Data Hub.

2027

GS1 Digital Link Sunrise Date.
All retailers are expected to support scanning GS1 Digital Link 2D codes by the end of 2027.

Key Information

When can brand owners begin using GS1 Digital Link 2D QR Codes?

Start Leveraging GS1 Digital Link Today! Forward-thinking companies can begin using GS1 Digital Link 2D codes immediately to unlock the benefits of QR codes.

Brand owners are encouraged to adopt the Interim GS1 Standard, which places the GS1 Digital Link QR code directly next to the existing UPC or EAN barcode.

2 Inches from center
of 1D barcode

Dual-Marking Placement

When a 1D and 2D barcode are both being used for retail POS applications, the entire 2D barcode should be within ~2 inches (50mm) of the center of the 1D barcode.
Quiet Zone space cannot be reduced.
If the 2D barcode is outside of 2 inches, the scanning system may not identify that both barcodes are related to the same product. This can result in double scans and other issues.

Why is the UPC barcode being replaced by QR Codes?

2D QR codes with GS1 Digital Link can carry more data to enable increased consumer engagement opportunities.

UPC

GS1 Company Prefix
Item Reference
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GS1 Digital Link

GTIN (including UPC data)
Product URL
Product Variant & Serial Numbers
Manufacturing Batch & Lot Code
Production, Sell By & Expiration Dates

How should we prepare for GS1 Digital Link standard?

Brand owners should begin with a clear plan—starting by reviewing GTINs for accuracy and proper assignment.

Retailers must upgrade checkout systems to scan 2D barcodes.

As a GS1 US Channel Partner, Order Barcodes provides expert support, including custom roadmaps for adopting GS1 Digital Link QR codes and tools to test system readiness using GS1 resources.

Will my company be required to change to 2D QR Barcodes?

As of July 2025, no retailers have formally mandated the use of GS1 Digital Link 2D QR codes. However, several—including Wegmans and Dillard’s—have signaled the possibility of future requirements for select vendor categories that could greatly benefit from GS1 Digital Link functionality.

Even though Brand Owners are not currently being required to use GS1 Digital Link 2D Codes, many, forward thinking brands such as Yeti are using the GS1 Digital Link 2D codes to support both marketing, anti-counterfeiting and supply chain initiatives.

Contact Order Barcodes, Inc. to discuss whether or not launching a GS1 Digital Link 2D Pilot would be a good idea.

How much does it cost to use GS1 Digital Link 2D QR Codes?

There are no fees to use GS1 Digital Link 2D QR codes—only a desire to learn and understand how they can benefit your business.

Contact Order Barcodes, Inc. to explore direct consumer engagement, supply chain visibility, and many more key advantages of using GS1 Digital Link.

Do we need a web page for each product with a GS1 Digital Link?

No — the GS1 Digital Link standard is highly versatile. Brand owners can direct consumers to any URL of their choice or use the GS1 Resolver (for free), which connects to company and product information configured in the GS1 DataHub.

Contact Order Barcodes, Inc. to explore how GS1 Digital Link can enhance consumer engagement, improve supply chain visibility, and unlock many other powerful benefits

We're always here to help!

Order Barcodes has been working with barcode standards since 1990 and has helped thousands of companies and organizations with obtaining UPC numbers. Our team includes certified Barcode Consultants and Standards Professionals with extensive experience.

Tools and Resources

Check Digit Calculator GS1 General Specifications Verified by GS1 Barcode Ownership Lookup

2D QR Barcode Labels