Foot Locker Packaging Guidelines

Explore Foot Locker packaging guidelines: rules for packing lists, pallet stacking, carton dimensions, mixed SKUs, shipping labels, and more.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

Packing lists must be attached to the lead carton of each SKU. If shipment is loaded on multiple trailers, a packing list must accompany each trailer indicating purchase orders shipped on each trailer.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Packing lists must be attached to the lead carton of each SKU. If a shipment is loaded on multiple trailers, a packing list must accompany each trailer indicating purchase orders shipped on each trailer.

Can pallets be stacked?

Yes, pallets can be double stacked, but the maximum height for pallets going to the Canada distribution center in Milton, Ontario is 60 inches including the pallet.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Purchase orders should typically not be mixed within a single carton unless specified differently on the purchase order, such as for direct-to-store or Mark-For/Ship-To orders.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet if the amount of cartons for each is small. In this case, cardboard dividers must be placed to separate each PO/SKU.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

Merchandise should be packed with only one SKU/size per master (outer) carton except for small quantities of physically small-sized items. In such cases, each SKU must be listed on the outside of the master carton. Another exception is direct-to-store or Mark-For/Ship-To orders.

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

For shipping cartons, the minimum dimensions are a weight of 3 lbs (1.36 kg), length of 12 in (31 cm), width of 12 in (31 cm), and height of 7 in (17.78 cm). The maximum dimensions are a weight of 65 lbs (30 kg), length of 32 in (81 cm), width of 24 in (61 cm), and height of 20 in (51 cm).

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

The minimum weight for shipping cartons is 3 lbs, and the maximum weight is 50 lbs according to the Foot Locker Vendor Standards Manual, and 65 lbs according to the Foot Locker Packing, Packaging, Labeling, Shipping & Loading Guidelines.

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

The Bill of Lading must include the following information: carrier freight bill number (if available), shipper bill of lading number, carrier appointment time and date, carrier arrival time and date, carrier departure time and date, carrier name, carrier standard carrier alpha code, shipper name, date shipped, shipper address, destination service center or consolidator information, destination address, city/county/state/zip of destination, specify pallets/cartons by PO, number of pallets/cartons by PO, description including purchase order number, weight by PO, indication if shipped FOB shippers dock. For US shipments, send to third party billing at Foot Locker, PO Box 2437 Harrisburg, PA 17105. For Canadian shipments, send to third party billing at Foot Locker, Milton Service Centre. A copy of the Bill of Lading for US shipments must be emailed by noon central time the next day after the shipment leaves the vendor facility.

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

For palletized shipments, UCC-128 labels must be readable from outside without breaking down the pallet. Pallets should not be mixed by PO/SKU unless the amount of cartons for each is small, in which case cardboard dividers must be used to separate each PO/SKU. For shipping labels on master (outer) cartons, they must indicate the SHIP TO location with the consignee information, including street address, city, state/province, zip code/postal code, and country of origin.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

Each individual item in a caselot inner-pack must be folded and ticketed according to guidelines. Items must be packaged together in a sealed polybag with an Interleaved 2 of 5 caselot label applied to the center. The caselot label barcode height must be a minimum of 12 millimeters and meet ANSI/CEN/ISO grades A or B. The retail UPC hangtags must not be visible when sealing, and the taped end must align with the caselot label.

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

All cartons must have a shipping label or stencil indicating the SHIP TO location including details like consignee, street address, city, state/province, and zip code/postal code. The UCC-128 (aka GS1-128) standard outer carton bar code label is required with specifications including:
- Size: 4" x 6"
- SHIP FROM and CARRIER details (optional)
- Case count
- Purchase order number with Code 128 or Code 39 Barcode
- SKU number plus caselot size schedule or size code with Interleave 2 of 5 Barcode (with a leading suppressed zero)
- Optional Pick Units quantity
- UCC-128 Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18 Barcode)
- Font size for PO and SKU numbers should be at least 18
- All barcodes must meet ANSI/CEN/ISO print quality requirements of A or B
Additionally, caselot/multi-pack labels must be placed in the center of the inner pack, and if polybags are used, the bin/caselot label must be placed at the central area of the sealed side.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

Pallets going to the Canada distribution center in Milton, Ontario have a maximum height of 60 inches including the pallet.