Dove batch code checker
Find out when your Dove product was made.
What the code looks like
For example 016123 and 800823BC
Where to find it
Printed in small type or stamped into the material — usually with no label next to it. It is not the barcode.
Dove FAQ
Where is the batch code on Dove products?
Look on the base of the bottle or jar, the crimped tail of a tube, or the bottom flap of the box. It is a short string stamped or printed in small type — not the barcode. For Dove it is usually 7, 9 or 10 characters.
Is a Dove lot number the same as a batch code?
Yes — lot number, lot code and batch code all mean the same string on your Dove packaging. American packaging and shoppers tend to say lot number; British and European ones say batch code. Enter it either way.
Can I tell the expiry date from a Dove batch code?
The code gives the manufacture date. Shelf life is counted from there — typically 36 months unopened, and 6–12 months once opened, depending on the product.
Is the barcode the same as the batch code?
No. The barcode is the 12–14 digit number under the striped label and identifies the product, not the batch — it contains no date at all. This is the single most common mistake.
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