Coupon Tips - Matching Products and Coupons

Decoding the UPC Code Can Increase Grocery Store Savings

Many times companies will distribute a coupon which is good for more products than just those pictured on the coupon. But how can shoppers know what other products are included if there is not a picture or the product name is not listed on the coupon?

Almost all coupons will contain a code of numbers called a UPC. Products also contain UPC codes. Generally if the first five numbers of the UPC coupon code match with the first five numbers of the UPC product code, than the coupon can be redeemed for those products.

Unfortunately many times the cashiers will go only by the pictures on the coupons, but it is worth a try. If you have the correct sizes and amounts required to use the coupon and it scans, generally the store will accept the coupon.

How to Read a UPC Coupon Code