Free tools
Free tools for batch codes and food labels
2 small tools for the practical side of traceability: making batch codes, pricing QR labels. Each one explains the answer on the page and runs in your browser, with no signup and nothing sent to us.
Batch number generator
Generate lot and batch codes in three common formats (date + line + sequence, Julian date, product prefix) and copy them as CSV. Runs in the browser.
Open the toolQR label cost calculator
Estimate the cost of printing QR labels for a number of packs from your own printer quote, with the trace-page plan cost shown as a separate line.
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Looking for definitions instead? The food traceability glossary explains batch codes, chain of custody and QR trace pages, and the guides go deeper.