Also known as FedEx 96 Barcode, FedEx Ground "96" UCC/EAN-128, "96" Barcode

The primary bar code used as part of the FedEx Ground bar code strategy is a UCC/EAN Code 128 symbol. It is referred to as the "96" bar code because it always begins with a "96". The data content of the FedEx Ground "96" UCC/EAN Code 128 barcode is as specified below:

• Application Identifier (AI): 2-digit number that identifies the barcode as a shipping label. In this case the Application Identifier is "96".
• Serial Container Numeric Code (SCNC): 2-digit (11, 12, 13) that identifies the carrier as "FedEx Ground".
• Class of Service: 3-digit number used to identify the FedEx Ground class of service.
• FedEx Ground Shipper ID: 7-digit unique shipper identification number.
• Package Number: 7-digit package serial number.
• Modulus 10 Check digit: It is a digit added at the end of a sequence of numbers that validates the authenticity of the number. It can be automatically calculated and encoded by Barcode Professional if needed.

Sample of a FedEx Ground 96 Barcode

In order to get a FedEx Ground 96 barcode image, please follow these steps:

• Set the Symbology property to FedExGround96
• Setting up dimensions and quiet zones:
  All values for barcode dimensions are expressed in INCHES by default. However, Barcode Professional supports other unit of measurement such as Millimeter, Centimeter, and Mils. For modifying the unit of measurement for barcoding, please set up the BarcodeUnit property as needed.
  • Set the BarWidth property to a value ranging from 0.017 to 0.019 (Values are expressed in Inches)
  • Set the BarHeight property (Values are expressed in Inches)
  • Set the QuietZone property to a value 10 times the BarWidth value for left and right zones and 0.1 for top and bottom zones (Value is expressed in Inches)
• Set the Code property with the value to encode. It must begin with "96" followed by 19 or 20 digits

Code property = 9611804027471600040302 will produce the following barcode image: