Grove Collaborative Packaging & Routing Guidelines
Explore Grove Collaborative Packaging Guidelines: proper stacking, SKU separation, carton limits, and label placement for efficient, error-free shipping.
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Can I stack pallets?
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
Can you mix multiple SKUs per pallet?
Can you mix POs in a single carton?
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
For case pack cartons, labels must be placed consistently on the smallest side panel – not on a corner or seam and not covering any product information. For master cartons (outer cartons holding multiple inner cartons), the label must include additional details such as total eaches per master carton, number of master cartons, and gross weight.
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for Grove Collaborative.
Can I stack pallets?
No, you cannot stack pallets. They must not be double stacked as they should be marked with 'Do Not Double Stack' to prevent damage.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
No, each carton must contain case packs of a single SKU. While pallets can have mixed SKUs, the guidelines specify that cartons of a specific SKU maintain a consistent case quantity.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per pallet?
Yes, you can mix multiple SKUs per pallet. When doing so, group single SKUs together, use slip sheets to separate them and stabilize the pallet, and avoid splitting quantities of the same SKU among pallets if they can fit on one.
Can you mix POs in a single carton?
No, each carton must contain only one PO number and cannot mix POs.
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
No, you cannot mix POs in a single pallet as each pallet should have only one PO#.
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Carton dimensions must not exceed 48" L x 24" W x 30" H, and the outer carton weight must not exceed 50 lbs.
Where do I place the label on a carton?
For case pack cartons, labels must be placed consistently on the smallest side panel – not on a corner or seam and not covering any product information. For master cartons (outer cartons holding multiple inner cartons), the label must include additional details such as total eaches per master carton, number of master cartons, and gross weight.
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
Pallet labels must be placed on all four vertical sides of the pallet. For one‐SKU pallets, the label must show the vendor’s name and address, Grove Collaborative’s name and address, PO number, gross weight, pallet count and sequence (e.g., Pallet 1 of 3), case pack quantity, eaches per pallet, confirmation that all case packs contain the same SKU, and the SKU UPC label. For multiple‐SKU pallets, the label includes the same basic information plus an indication that the pallet contains mixed SKUs, vendor item numbers, total case packs per SKU, and separate SKU UPC labels for each product.
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