Product SKU Generator
Generate structured product SKU codes by combining a category code, attribute codes, and a sequence number with a configurable separator.
A short code for the product category or line.
Attribute Codes
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Generated SKU
SHRT-BLU-M-0042
Each segment is uppercased and stripped of spaces automatically, then joined with your chosen separator. Empty attribute fields are skipped.
How to Use the Product SKU Generator
Enter a short category code, add one or more attribute codes (like a color code and a size code), and set a sequence number. The tool combines them into a structured SKU string, uppercased and joined with your chosen separator. Use the pad-to-digits setting to keep your sequence numbers a consistent length, like 0042 instead of 42.
Example
A category code of SHRT, attribute codes BLU and M, a sequence number of 42 padded to 4 digits, and a hyphen separator produces SHRT-BLU-M-0042 — a readable SKU for "shirt, blue, medium, item #42".
Common Use Cases
- Setting up a consistent SKU naming convention for a new product catalog.
- Generating SKUs in bulk for product variants that differ by color, size, or material.
- Standardizing inventory codes across a small business or online store.
FAQs
- How is this different from a random ID generator? A random ID generator produces an opaque string with no inherent meaning. This tool instead builds a structured, human-readable code from meaningful components you define — category, attributes, and sequence — so anyone can look at the SKU and understand roughly what it represents.
- Can I add more than two attribute codes? Yes — click "Add Attribute" as many times as you need for extra dimensions like material, style, or warehouse location.
- Does the tool check for duplicate SKUs? No — it only formats the SKU string you build from your inputs. You'll still need to check new SKUs against your existing catalog to avoid collisions.