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PZN Generator
Create PZN barcodes (Pharmazentralnummer) online for free – for medicines and pharmacies in Germany.
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What is a PZN barcode?
The PZN (Pharmazentralnummer) identifies medicines and pharmacy products in German-speaking countries and is rendered as Code 39 with a “PZN-” prefix.
It is essential for billing and unique identification in pharmacies; Barcode Studio generates it compliantly.
Technical details
- Category
- 1D barcode (pharma, Code 39)
- Data & character set
- prefix “PZN-” plus 8 digits
- Capacity
- fixed length (8 digits)
- Check / error correction
- Modulo-11 check digit
- Norm / standard
- IFA standard (Code 39)
- Size & printing
- pharmacy label size
- Good to know
- Mandatory labelling for medicines in Germany/Austria – essential for reimbursement.
Compared to related codes
| Code | Category | Data & character set |
|---|---|---|
| PZN barcode | 1D barcode (pharma, Code 39) | prefix “PZN-” plus 8 digits |
| QR code | 2D matrix code | text, URLs, digits, binary, WiFi, SEPA/GiroCode |
| barcode | 1D linear barcode | full ASCII set (128 characters: digits, upper/lowercase, symbols) |
| EAN-13 barcode | 1D retail barcode | 13 digits (GTIN-13) |
This helps you pick the right code type for your use case faster.
How to create a PZN barcode
- The type “PZN barcode” is preselected – you can change it anytime in the generator.
- Enter your value (example: 1234567).
- Adjust colors, module size and the quiet zone and check the live preview.
- Download the PZN barcode as PNG, SVG or PDF, or print an A4 label sheet.
Use cases
- Pharmacies
- Medicine labelling
- Pharma logistics
Tips for clean printing & scanning
- Print the PZN clearly; the human-readable line supports manual checks.
- Mind the correct check digit – Barcode Studio calculates it automatically.
- EU serialization additionally requires a Data Matrix code on the pack.
Features
- Free and no sign-up
- Instant live preview
- Export as PNG, SVG and PDF
- Customizable colors, size and caption
- Batch generation & A4 label printing
- Works on desktop and mobile
FAQ
- How do I create a PZN barcode?
- Choose the type, enter your value (e.g. 1234567), adjust the design and download the PZN barcode as PNG, SVG or PDF.
- What is a PZN barcode used for?
- Typical use cases are Pharmacies, Medicine labelling, Pharma logistics.
- What is an example value for a PZN barcode?
- A valid example is “1234567”. Just enter your own value and the PZN barcode is generated instantly in the preview.
- Is the PZN 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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