Century 21 Packaging Guidelines

Explore Century 21 Packaging Guidelines for efficient shipping: detailed packing lists, carton & pallet labeling, purchase order handling, and dimension limits.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

The packing list must be located inside carton #1 for each purchase order and the carton must be clearly labeled 'Packing List Enclosed'. It must be legible, written in English, and easily understood, stating the quantity of each item shipped. The packing list must include supplier name, supplier phone # and address, Century 21's purchase order numbers, total carton count and weight, date shipped, and description including size, color, and quantity of each item.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Yes, there are requirements. A packing list must be located inside carton #1 for each purchase order, and the carton must be clearly labeled 'Packing List Enclosed.' The packing list must be legible, written in English, easily understood, and include specific information such as supplier name, phone, address, Century 21's purchase order numbers, total carton count and weight, date shipped, and description including size, color, and quantity of each item.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

The document does not specify whether purchase orders can be mixed within a single carton. It primarily highlights that a bill of lading must list every purchase order number with their respective carton counts and that multiple purchase orders shipped on the same day to the same destination from the same origin must move on one bill of lading.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Yes, multiple purchase orders can be mixed within a single pallet. The pallet must have a label placed on the outside of the shrink-wrap that lists the total carton count per purchase order on the pallet.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

A 48 x 40 x 60 pallet, which is 80 cube, is provided as an example for calculating the cube at pickup entry. It implies the standard pallet size acceptable is 48" x 40" x 60".

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

The maximum dimensions for a shipping carton are 108" in length, and 165" when combined as length plus girth (L + 2H + 2W).

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

Each carton must have an easily visible label containing the following information: P.O.#, Color, Qty by size, Supplier UPC, Country of Origin, and Carton #. The carton label must remain visible on a shrink-wrapped pallet. Additionally, a pallet label must be placed on the outside of the shrink-wrap listing the total carton count per purchase order on the pallet.