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ISBN Barcodes

Everything you need to know!

What is an ISBN Barcode?

ISBN stands for International Standard Book Number. It is a 13 digit identifier for books, eBooks, tapes, and CD’s. Each title or edition needs a different ISBN to ensure each product is identified uniquely.

ISBN-13 Number

13 digit number of the publication assigned by ISBN Agency.

EAN Number

A 13 digit number derived from the ISBN.

MSRP

Some retailers require MSRP to be printed above ISBN.

Price Add-On

First digit denotes currency, the following four digits encode the price. (US Dollars uses 5 as first digit)

ISBN Barcode Uses

ISBN barcodes support the global mass distribution for all types of book related products available online and in-stores.

Book Retailers

Retailers scan ISBN Symbols at check-out to determine current price for an item, and use the ISBN Number to maintain inventory.

Book Distributors

Book Distributors rely on ISBNs to manage inventory and support operations.

Online Selling Platforms

Online selling platforms such as; Amazon require ISBN Numbers to maintain book listings.

ISBN Label Formats

ISBN barcodes (Bookland EAN Codes) are preferred in the book industry since they enable book retailers to convey additional information.

ISBN with MSRP Price Add-On

Many retailers require ISBN Barcodes to include the MSRP to be printed and encoded in Price Add-On barcode.

ISBN with a Null Value Add-On

ISBN label can be ordered with a NULL value 90000 encoded in Price Add-On barcode.

ISBN Without Price Add-On

ISBN Labels can be ordered without Price Add-On barcode.

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What's the best label size for an ISBN barcode?

The best label size for is determined by the size and shape of item, and who requires the ISBN barcode on each item.

  • Ideal Label Size ISBN with Add-On

    2.25" x 1.25"

    This label size accommodates a 100% size ISBN symbol with Price Add-On

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  • Most Popular Size ISBN with Add-On

    2.0" x 1.0"

    This label size accommodates a 92% size ISBN symbol with Price Add-On

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  • Popular Size ISBN without Add-On

    1.625” x 1.25”

    This label size accommodates a 100% size ISBN symbol without Price Add-On.

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ISBN labels offered by Order Barcodes, Inc. adhere to Book Industry Study Guideline (BISG), the GS1 General Specifications as well as Barnes and Noble requirements.
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Placing an Order for Labels

No Artwork or barcode file needed!

To place an order for ISBN labels from Order Barcodes, Inc., only an ISBN Number is required. Our digital printing systems eliminate the need for barcode artwork, and generates perfect barcode images during the print production process.

3 Steps to place an online order

  • Select Your Label Options

    Select label size, material type, and layout options. Start your order now

  • Provide Necessary Label Data

    Enter ISBN Number with ‘dashes’. Enter Price Add-on (if needed), label quantity and Title.

  • Go Thru Checkout Process

    Calculate freight and delivery options, provide contact information, enter payment information and Confirm Order!

After order is placed, a press ready proof will be created for approval prior to printing.

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