Small businesses can benefit from a handheld 12.7mm inkjet printer when they need to add expiry dates and product codes without installing a large industrial coding system. The portable design makes it suitable for bakeries, food processors, cosmetics businesses, workshops, and small packaging operations. Operators can carry the machine between different products and work areas as required. Besides expiry dates, it can be used for production dates, batch identification, serial information, and other short markings. Its compact nature can make it easier to store and operate in limited spaces. This provides small businesses with a flexible approach to routine product coding and identification.