Structure of ESBN
Use two Barcodes (GTIN GS1 US & ESBN Code)
1. ESBN has GTIN GS1 U which is registered 197644309436 as GTIN for specific for ESBN.
The GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) is a unique product identification number that has been registered with GS1 US. GS1 is a global organization that oversees the administration and management of standards for various identification systems, including GTINs.
When a product or item is registered with GS1, it is assigned a GTIN, which serves as a globally recognized and standardized identifier for that specific product. This GTIN is used to uniquely identify the product throughout its lifecycle, from production and distribution to retail and sale. It is a crucial component of supply chain management, as it ensures that products can be tracked and traced accurately.
This GTIN has been issued and registered with GS1 US, indicating that it is part of the GS1 system in the United States. This registration provides important information about the product’s origin and ensures its compliance with international standards, making it easier for businesses and organizations to handle and distribute the product efficiently and accurately. Check GS1 US online through GS1US.
2. 128 CODE as ESBN CODE
An ESBN is an Educational serial Book Number. ESBN consist of 13 digits which has 4 elements with each section being separated by spaces or hyphens.
- Having 3 Digits which represent the Country Code (Prefix element).
- Having 7 Digits – Unique Identifier Number – this identifies the book
- Having 2 Digits – Year of Publication – this identifies the year of the publication of the book.
- Having 1 digit – Type of Book – this identifies the type of the educational book which ranges from 0-9
Definition of Educational book
An educational book is a book that is written and published with the primary aim of educating or instructing readers about a particular subject or skill. These books are designed to provide information, knowledge, and guidance to students, teachers, and anyone seeking to learn or improve their understanding of a particular subject. Educational books can cover a wide range of topics, including science, history, mathematics, language, and social studies, among others. They can be designed for various levels of education, from kindergarten to university level, and can be presented in various formats, including textbooks, workbooks, study guides, and reference materials. The goal of educational books is to provide readers with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in their academic pursuits and beyond.
Educational books play a critical role in the learning process, as they are often the primary source of information and guidance for students and teachers. They provide a structured and organized approach to learning, presenting information in a logical and easy-to-understand manner. Educational books also typically include activities, exercises, and assessments to help students reinforce their learning and measure their progress.
In addition to providing knowledge and skills, educational books can also promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. They can expose readers to new ideas, perspectives, and cultures, expanding their horizons and enhancing their understanding of the world.
Educational books can take many forms, from traditional textbooks to online courses, and are often used in conjunction with other educational resources such as lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities. With the rise of digital technologies, educational books are increasingly being offered in electronic formats, making them more accessible and affordable to a wider audience.
Overall, educational books are an essential component of the education system, providing students with the tools and resources they need to succeed academically and in their future endeavors.
ESBN Country Code
Standard country or area codes for statistical use (M49). This is the online version of
the United Nations publication “Standard Country or Area Codes for Statistical Use
”originally published as Series M, No. 49 and now commonly referred to as the M49
standard. The print version of the standard was issued last in 1999 and previously
in 1996 , 1982 , 1975 and 1970 . M49 is prepared by the Statistics Division of
the United Nations Secretariat primarily for use in its publications and databases.
The assignment of countries or areas to specific groupings is for statistical
convenience and does not imply any assumption regarding political
or other affiliation of countries or territories by the United Nations.
Below The Country Code;
Afghanistan : 004
Åland Islands : 248
Albania : 008
Algeria : 012
American Samoa : 016
Andorra : 020
Angola : 024
Anguilla : 660
Antarctica : 010
Antigua and Barbuda : 028
Argentina : 032
Armenia : 051
Aruba : 533
Australia : 036
Austria : 040
Azerbaijan : 031
Bahamas : 044
Bahrain : 048
Bangladesh : 050
Barbados : 052
Belarus : 112
Belgium : 056
Belize : 084
Benin : 204
Bermuda : 060
Bhutan : 064
Bolivia (Plurinational State of) : 068
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba : 535
Bosnia and Herzegovina : 070
Botswana : 072
Bouvet Island : 074
Brazil : 076
British Indian Ocean Territory : 086
British Virgin Islands : 092
Brunei Darussalam : 096
Bulgaria : 100
Burkina Faso : 854
Burundi : 108
Cabo Verde : 132
Cambodia : 116
Cameroon : 120
Canada : 124
Cayman Islands : 136
Central African Republic : 140
Chad : 148
Chile : 152
China : 156
China, Hong Kong : 344
China, Macao : 446
Christmas Island : 162
Cocos (Keeling) Islands : 166
Colombia : 170
Comoros : 174
Congo : 178
Cook Islands : 184
Costa Rica : 188
Côte d’Ivoire : 384
Croatia : 191
Cuba : 192
Curaçao : 531
Cyprus : 196
Czechia : 203
Democratic Republic of Korea : 408
Democratic Republic of the Congo : 180
Denmark : 208
Djibouti : 262
Dominica : 212
Dominican Republic : 214
Ecuador : 218
Egypt : 818
El Salvador : 222
Equatorial Guinea : 226
Eritrea : 232
Estonia : 233
Eswatini : 748
Ethiopia : 231
Falkland Islands (Malvinas) : 238
Faroe Islands : 234
Fiji : 242
Finland : 246
France : 250
French Guiana : 254
French Polynesia : 258
French Southern Territories : 260
Gabon : 266
Gambia : 270
Georgia : 268
Germany : 276
Ghana : 288
Gibraltar : 292
Greece : 300
Greenland : 304
Grenada : 308
Guadeloupe : 312
Guam : 316
Guatemala : 320
Guernsey : 831
Guinea : 324
Guinea-Bissau : 624
Guyana : 328
Haiti : 332
Heard Island and McDonald Islands : 334
Holy See : 336
Honduras : 340
Hungary : 348
Iceland : 352
India : 356
Indonesia : 360
Iran (Islamic Republic of) : 364
Iraq : 368
Ireland : 372
Isle of Man : 833
Israel : 376
Italy : 380
Jamaica : 388
Japan : 392
Jersey : 832
Jordan : 400
Kazakhstan : 398
Kenya : 404
Kiribati : 296
Kuwait : 414
Kyrgyzstan : 417
Lao People's Democratic Republic : 418
Latvia : 428
Lebanon : 422
Lesotho : 426
Liberia : 430
Libya : 434
Liechtenstein : 438
Lithuania : 440
Luxembourg : 442
Madagascar : 450
Malawi : 454
Malaysia : 458
Maldives : 462
Mali : 466
Malta : 470
Marshall Islands : 584
Martinique : 474
Mauritania : 478
Mauritius : 480
Mayotte : 175
Mexico : 484
Micronesia (Federated States of) : 583
Monaco : 492
Mongolia : 496
Montenegro : 499
Montserrat : 500
Morocco : 504
Mozambique : 508
Myanmar : 104
Namibia : 516
Nauru : 520
Nepal : 524
Netherlands : 528
New Caledonia : 540
New Zealand : 554
Nicaragua : 558
Niger : 562
Nigeria : 566
Niue : 570
Norfolk Island : 574
North Macedonia : 807
Northern Mariana Islands : 580
Norway : 578
Oman : 512
Pakistan : 586
Palau : 585
Panama : 591
Papua New Guinea : 598
Paraguay : 600
Peru : 604
Philippines : 608
Pitcairn : 612
Poland : 616
Portugal : 620
Puerto Rico : 630
Qatar : 634
Republic of Korea : 410
Republic of Moldova : 498
Réunion : 638
Romania : 642
Russian Federation : 643
Rwanda : 646
Saint Barthélemy : 652
Saint Helena : 654
Saint Kitts and Nevis : 659
Saint Lucia : 662
Saint Martin (French Part) : 663
Saint Pierre and Miquelon : 666
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines : 670
Samoa : 882
San Marino : 674
Sao Tome and Principe : 678
Sark : 680
Saudi Arabia : 682
Senegal : 686
Serbia : 688
Seychelles : 690
Sierra Leone : 694
Singapore : 702
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) : 534
Slovakia : 703
Slovenia : 705
Solomon Islands : 090
Somalia : 706
South Africa : 710
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands : 239
South Sudan : 728
Spain : 724
Sri Lanka : 144
State of Palestine : 275
Sudan : 729
Suriname : 740
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands : 744
Sweden : 752
Switzerland : 756
Syrian Arab Republic : 760
Tajikistan : 762
Thailand : 764
Timor-Leste : 626
Togo : 768
Tokelau : 772
Tonga : 776
Trinidad and Tobago : 780
Tunisia : 788
Türkiye : 792
Turkmenistan : 795
Turks and Caicos Islands : 796
Tuvalu : 798
Uganda : 800
Ukraine : 804
United Arab Emirates : 784
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland : 826
United Republic of Tanzania : 834
United States Minor Outlying Islands : 581
United States of America : 840
United States Virgin Islands : 850
Uruguay : 858
Uzbekistan : 860
Vanuatu : 548
Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) : 862
Viet Nam : 704
Wallis and Futuna Islands : 876
Western Sahara : 732
Yemen : 887
Zambia : 894
Zimbabwe : 716
