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ITF Barcode Generator

Create ITF barcodes (Interleaved 2 of 5) online for free – robust for corrugated board, cartons and logistics.

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ITF barcode

What is a ITF barcode?

Example of a ITF barcode barcode
Example rendering of a ITF barcode, created with Barcode Studio

ITF (Interleaved 2 of 5) is a purely numeric, very dense barcode preferred on cartons and in warehouse logistics.

Its interleaved encoding fits a lot of information into little space and stays readable on rough surfaces.

Technical details

Category
1D linear barcode (numeric)
Data & character set
digits only, always an even count
Capacity
variable, even number of digits
Check / error correction
optional Modulo-10 check digit
Norm / standard
ISO/IEC 16390
Size & printing
very dense; often with a bearer bar
Good to know
Its interleaved encoding fits a lot into little space – ideal on corrugated cardboard.

Compared to related codes

CodeCategoryData & character set
ITF barcode1D linear barcode (numeric)digits only, always an even count
Code 128 barcode1D linear barcodefull ASCII set (128 characters: digits, upper/lowercase, symbols)
Code 39 barcode1D linear barcodeA–Z, 0–9 and - . $ / + % plus space
GS1-128 barcode1D linear barcode (logistics)ASCII with standardized data identifiers (GS1 Application Identifiers)

This helps you pick the right code type for your use case faster.

How to create a ITF barcode

  1. The type “ITF barcode” is preselected – you can change it anytime in the generator.
  2. Enter your value (example: 1234567890).
  3. Adjust colors, module size and the quiet zone and check the live preview.
  4. Download the ITF barcode as PNG, SVG or PDF, or print an A4 label sheet.

Use cases

Tips for clean printing & scanning

Features

FAQ

How do I create a ITF barcode?
Choose the type, enter your value (e.g. 1234567890), adjust the design and download the ITF barcode as PNG, SVG or PDF.
What is a ITF barcode used for?
Typical use cases are Cartons and packaging, Logistics, Corrugated printing.
What is an example value for a ITF barcode?
A valid example is “1234567890”. Just enter your own value and the ITF barcode is generated instantly in the preview.
Is the ITF Barcode Generator free?
Yes. Barcode Studio is completely free and requires no sign-up.
Which download formats are available?
You can export as PNG, SVG or PDF and print directly.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, Barcode Studio runs in any modern browser on desktop and mobile.

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