DAS Companies, Inc. Packaging Guidelines

Explore DAS Companies, Inc. packaging guidelines: detailed packing lists, pallet stacking (max 5ft), mixed case rules & essential shipping labels.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

Yes, a packing list is required for each shipment. It should reference the associated Purchase Order number and include the vendor item number and total quantity of each item shipped. It is preferred to specify piece count, but case count is acceptable if the packing list specifies quantity per case for each vendor item number. There's no specific requirement for where the packing list is placed, only its contents are detailed.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Each shipment must contain a packing list, which should reference the associated Purchase Order by number. It must include the vendor item number and the total quantity of each item shipped, preferably by piece count. If a case count is used, it must specify the quantity per case for each vendor item number in the case. The placement of the packing list is not specified in the document.

Can pallets be stacked?

Cartons/items should be stacked no higher than five feet high on pallets.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Whenever possible, DAS prefers that cases are uniform and contain only one item in the appropriate case quantity. However, if it is not possible to fill the Purchase Order without using mixed or partial cases, the labels on the case must clearly state "Mixed Case" or "Partial Case" and contain the Supplier/Vendor item number and quantity of each item in each mixed or partial case.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

SKUs can be mixed within a single carton if it is not possible to fill the Purchase Order without doing so. The labels on the case must clearly state "Mixed Case" or "Partial Case" and contain the Supplier/Vendor item number and quantity of each item in each mixed or partial case.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

All items must be packed on standard 40" x 48" wood pallets. Metal and plastic pallets are not allowed. Exceptions exist for certain oil products, which may be shipped on solid wood pallets.

What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?

The carrier bill of lading is required and must specify a case/carton count. Each shipment must contain a packing list referencing the associated Purchase Order by number. It is optional to include the Purchase Order with the shipping documentation, but the Purchase Order number and information must be noted on the packing list. The packing list must also contain the vendor item number and the total quantity of each item shipped; a piece count is preferred. If a case count is used, the packing list must specify the quantity per case for each vendor item number. Full containers are not required to be palletized.

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

Cartons must be labeled with the DAS Item number, the Purchase Order number, and the quantity in the box. Each product case label should also include the vendor item number, item name or description, and the quantity contained. If mixed or partial cases are used, they must clearly state "Mixed Case" or "Partial Case" and contain the item number and quantity of each item in the case. All items must be packed on standard 40" x 48" wood pallets, and cartons should not be stacked higher than five feet.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

All product cases must be labeled with the DAS Item number, the Purchase Order number, and the quantity in the box. Each product case label must include the vendor item number, item name or description, and the quantity contained in the case. DAS prefers that cases be uniform and contain only one item in the appropriate case quantity. Mixed or partial cases must be clearly labeled as such and include the vendor item number and quantity of each item in each mixed or partial case.

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

Each product case must be labeled with the DAS Item number, the Purchase Order number, and the quantity in the box. Additionally, each product case label must contain the vendor item number, item name or description, and the quantity contained in the case. If the case is a mixed or partial case, the label must clearly state "Mixed Case" or "Partial Case" and include the Supplier/Vendor item number and quantity of each item in the case. There's no mention of GS1 or UCC18 labels or recommended placement for these labels in the provided documents.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

Cartons/items should be stacked no higher than five feet high.