Barcode Database: Product Identification and EAN/UPC Reference

Project overview

Barcode Database (bcods.ru) is a Russian-language reference platform that brings together EAN and UPC barcodes, product descriptions, brands, and manufacturer information in a single, structured catalog.

The project is designed for everyday purchase-related scenarios: checking a product before buying, understanding what a barcode represents, comparing similar items, and learning more about a brand or manufacturer behind a specific code.

Barcode and product information

At its core, the service helps users identify products by barcode and view associated metadata, including product names, categories, brands, and manufacturers where available.

The database is continuously updated and expanded. Information is sourced from publicly available datasets as well as manual contributions, allowing the catalog to grow over time and cover a wide range of consumer goods.

Related page: bcods.ru

User contributions and catalog growth

Barcode Database supports community-driven expansion. Users can suggest new products, submit missing barcodes, or propose corrections using the “Add product” form.

This approach helps keep the catalog relevant, especially for local, niche, or newly released products that may not yet appear in larger international databases.

Data review and moderation

All user submissions are reviewed before publication. Proposed additions and corrections go through a moderation process, and final publishing decisions are made by the project team.

While the service aims to keep information up to date, it does not claim absolute accuracy for every product entry. The platform is positioned as a reference and discovery tool, not as an official certification authority.

Use cases and practical value

The project supports several common user intents: verifying products before purchase, exploring alternatives, understanding unfamiliar brands, and sharing experience with other users through contributed data.

By presenting barcode information in a clear and accessible format, Barcode Database helps reduce uncertainty during shopping without overwhelming users with technical detail.

Communication and feedback

Users can contact the project team via the contact form to ask questions, suggest improvements, or report issues. Feedback plays an important role in improving data quality and expanding coverage.

Visit the project

Official website: https://bcods.ru/

If you are interested in building catalog-driven reference platforms with community input and moderation workflows, you can reach out via the contact page.