How Many Barcodes Do I Need for Clothing and Apparel?

How Many Barcodes Do I Need for Clothing and Apparel?

You need one barcode for each unique product variation. A new barcode is required whenever any of the following changes:

- Size (Small, Medium, Large, XL, etc.)
- Color (Black, White, Red, Blue, etc.)
- Design or artwork (New graphic, logo update, text change)
- Fabric type or material
- Fit or style (Men's, Women's, Youth, Slim Fit, Standard Fit)

For example:

If you sell one T-shirt design in 4 sizes and 3 colors, you will need 12 barcodes. Each size and color combination is treated as a separate product in retail systems.