Francesca's Packaging Guidelines

Explore Francesca's Packaging Guidelines for packing lists, carton/pallet labels, dimensions & SKU handling for secure, compliant shipments.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

The packing list must show the quantity shipped per item, gross weight, and net weights in kilos. It should be placed on the outside of the first box of a shipment.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Packing slips must be included with each shipment and should include a color and size quantity breakdown. The packing slip should be placed on the outside of the first box in a shipment, and the carton/box on the top-right must contain a copy of the shipment packing list and must read "LEAD CARTON" in bold and visible print.

Can pallets be stacked?

Pallets should not be double-stacked to avoid damages.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Purchase orders should not be mixed within a single pallet. Pallets are to be sorted by one PO, style, color, and/or item. Use slip-sheets/cardboard dividers to visually separate items if consolidating onto one pallet.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Pallets are to be sorted by one PO, style, color, and/or item. You can consolidate onto one pallet, keep the same style/items together on the pallet and use a slip-sheet/cardboard divider for visual separation.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Pallets are to be sorted by one PO, style, color, or item. If consolidation onto one pallet is necessary, the same style/items should be kept together with a slip-sheet/cardboard divider to visually separate them.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

No, SKUs cannot be mixed within a single carton. Each box should contain only one color/style to avoid mixing different style/colors.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Shippers must use standard 48x40" pallets with good wood and all panels intact, top and bottom.

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

Cartons should not weigh more than 50lbs and measure greater than 130 inches in length and girth (Length & Girth=L+(2*H)+(2*W)).

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

The maximum weight for shipping cartons is 50lbs. There is no specified minimum weight mentioned.

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

For pallet shipments, all shipments must use a standard 48x40" pallet should not exceed a height of 7 feet. Labels should include vendor name, P.O. number, style #, color and breakdown, and label multiple boxes for a color with '1 of x'. Place the label in the center on the side of the box. Securely shrink wrap to the base of the pallet to prevent shifting. For carton shipments, use TD1 with packaging code "CTN25" for cartons, include lading quantity and total shipment weight in pounds.

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

Carton labels must include Vendor name, P.O. Number, Style #, Color, and breakdown. For multiple boxes of a color, label as '1 of x'. Label should be placed in the center on the side of the box. On pallets, all boxes must be labeled accordingly and should not be double-stacked. Pallets should be sorted by one PO, style, color, and/or item. The top-right carton must contain a copy of the shipment packing list and read "LEAD CARTON" in bold, visible print. Securely shrink wrap the pallet to stabilize and prevent shifting.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

For Prepacks, each box should only contain prepacks of one color/style, folded and wrapped in a master polybag with the SKU sticker on the outside, and no garments should be exposed to elements. For Single boxes, each box should only contain one style/color. Boxes should not weigh more than 50lbs and measure no greater than 130 inches in length and girth.

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

1. Vendor Name, P.O. Number, Style #, and Color breakdown must be on the label.
2. Label multiple boxes for a color with '1 of x' (e.g., 1 of 3).
3. Place the label in the center on the side of the box, not on the top.
4. The carton/box on the top-right must contain a copy of the shipment packing list and read "LEAD CARTON" in bold and visible print.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

The maximum pallet height allowed when shipping is 7 feet (84 inches).