Short answer, a the difference between an ISBN-13 and ISBN-10 is the prefix “978” at the front of the 13 digit, which results in a different check digit (the last number, or letter x). It does not matter what format the ISBN is printed in – either 10 or 13 format – if the number matches either way, then it’s a match.

For example, paperback and hardcover versions of the same title will have different ISBNs. A textbook will have a separate ISBN for each edition. If a book is reprinted by its same publisher without any changes or revisions, it will keep the same ISBN.

What is an ISBN used for? An ISBN is essentially a product identifier used by publishers, booksellers, libraries, internet retailers and other supply chain participants for ordering, listing, sales records and stock control purposes. The ISBN identifies the registrant as well as the specific title, edition and format.

International Standard Book Number

An International Standard Book Number is assigned to books for identification. Prior to 2007, the ISBN was 10 characters long. The 13-character ISBN was adopted to increase the availability of ISBN numbers globally as well as to conform to the International Article Numbering Association global numbering system.

ISBNs are not necessary to sell ebooks; none of the top online retailers require them. Printed books, however, cannot be sold without an ISBN. Remember that each version of your book would need a separate ISBN, and purchasing a block of 10 would be more cost-effective than purchasing one.

Amazon.com does not require an ISBN if you are publishing content with Kindle. The website says, “An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is not required to publish content with Kindle Direct Publishing.

And, of course, you don’t need a barcode for ebooks. Where you need a barcode is if you’re publishing with Ingram or another printer/distributor. The barcode will not only give a professional look to your book, but it will also allow bookstores to scan your book at the till.

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An ISBN, which stands for international standard book number, is usually between 10-13 digits long and is embedded into a barcode. Unlike a UPC or EAN, an ISBN identifies a unique book or book-like product.

These two formats are predominantly used in their own regions, the UPC is used only in the US and Canada, while the EAN is used everywhere else globally. The U.P.C. stands for Universal Product Code (aka: UPC-A) and E.A.N. stands for European Article Number (aka: EAN-13 or International Article Number)..

These two numbers are essentially the same. There is only one core difference between the two: the EAN is the barcode format of the ISBN that has been assigned to your book. When you look at the back of a book, you’ll notice a barcode either as part of the cover design or as a sticker on the book.

Amazon Standard Identification Numbers (ASINs) are unique blocks of 10 letters and/or numbers that identify items. ASIN barcodes can be used to search for items in Amazon’s catalogue.

To create an ASIN, go through the process as outlined in our Add a Product tool. To sell a product available in the Amazon catalog, match it to the existing ASIN by creating an offer. If your product is not in the Amazon catalog, you will have to create a single new ASIN for the product.

If you are looking to sell a product that is already listed on Amazon and your product does not have a UPC code, you can list your offer on that product’s page without requiring a GTIN (GTIN stands for Global Trade Item Number, which includes UPC codes as well as EAN and JAN codes, their European and Japanese …

While Amazon ASINs and SKUs are both used to identify products, they serve different purposes. ASINs help identify unique products in Amazon search while SKUs are used to manage physical inventory. A smart Amazon Seller will use both to help keep track of their products and their marketing.

How much do the UPC codes cost?

An ASIN is Amazon’s SKU to identify a product universally and should NEVER be used as your SKU.

Amazon Standard Identification Number (ASIN) is a ten-digit alphanumeric code that identifies products on Amazon. It’s unique for each product and is assigned when you create a new product in Amazon’s catalog. Getting this Amazon identifier for your products is necessary before you can sell them on Amazon.