Buc-ee's Packaging Guidelines

Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for Buc-ee's.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

For bulk shipments, packing lists must be attached to wrapped pallets in a pouch marked "Packing List Enclosed." For loose cartons, they must be attached to the cartons in the same manner.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

For bulk shipments, when wrapped pallets are shipped, the packing list(s) must be attached to the pallet in a pouch marked "Packing List Enclosed."

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Multiple orders cannot be mixed within a single Advance Ship Notice according to Buc-ee's EDI transaction requirements. Each Advance Ship Notice must correspond to a single order, even if they are shipped together with the same Bill of Lading number.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

The source material does not provide explicit information on mixing purchase orders within a single pallet. It only mentions that an Advance Ship Notice must be sent per purchase order and shipment's contents must be accurately described but doesn't specify about mixing orders in a pallet.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed within a single carton. All mixed cartons must be labeled as such.

What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?

For carton labels, a single GS1-128 label must be placed on the top side or the side of each carton, visible when cartons are stacked on a pallet. For pallet labels, if required, two GS1-128 labels should be printed and affixed to adjacent sides of the pallet in the upper right-hand corner, approximately 1 inch from the top of the actual pallet.

What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?

For cartons, if product marking criteria require marking at the carton/pack level, a single GS1-128 label should be affixed to the top side or the side of each carton. The labels should be visible when cartons are stacked on a pallet for shipment. Alternatively, if small packages are shipped through carriers like UPS or FedEx, the Carrier's tracking number/label will be used instead of the GS1-128 label.