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Thursday, May 15, 2025

Barcode Misconception

Ever wondered what those barcode numbers on products mean? The first 2-3 digits, called the GS1 prefix, show where the barcode was registered.  It isn't necessarily where the product was made. For example, a barcode with 690-699 means the barcode was issued in China, while 00-13 is for the USA and Canada. Other prefixes include 30-37 for France, 40-44 for Germany, 49 for Japan, 50 for the UK, and 93 for Australia. The barcode is about what country registered the barcode, not the manufacturing location!  

The rest of the barcode identifies the company and product, plus a final digit to help scanners work correctly. A product with a US barcode of 00-13 might still be made in Vietnam, and a Chinese barcode 690-699 could be on something really made in Mexico. Barcodes help stores track items, not tell you where they’re made. To find the origin, look for a "Made in" label instead!

Much Love,
Lynn

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4 comments:

  1. Robert SchoenMay 16, 2025 at 7:26 AM

    Good to know for when they start barcoding humans.

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  2. playfulmonkMay 20, 2025 at 4:32 AM

    Lynn why are you encouraging your readers to mine pi network when it has been established that they are rug pulling?

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    1. Lynn White, Focus SessionsMay 20, 2025 at 4:36 AM

      I absolutely understand your question. I was skeptical too. In fact, the whole premise of crypto is still odd to me. I only promote it b/c it is free, takes little effort, there is some value to the Pi and it allows people to play around with the whole crypto thing and learn. There really is zero risk so why not get a little money in the process?

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