Hy-Vee Packaging Guidelines

Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for Hy-Vee.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

A packing list for GM cartons should be itemized and include an itemized Bill of Lading. It should also have bold black print markings, with details like description, UPC, shipping case pack, inner carton pack, purchase order number, and country of origin listed. However, there is no specific information on where the packing list should be placed on the carton.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

The requirements for a packing list include details such as the name and addresses of the shipper/consignor, delivery address, shipment number, carrier, reference number, customer order number, trailer number, seal number, ship date, country of origin, purchase order number, export number, notes, and an itemized list with description. However, the placement of the packing list is not specified.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Hy-Vee accepts CHEP, PECO, iGPS, and white wood pallets.

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

An acceptable bill of lading should include: name and address of shipper/consignor, agent shipper/consignor and their address, delivery address (Hy-Vee DC), shipment number, carrier, reference number, customer order number, trailer number, seal number, ship date, country of origin, purchase order number, export number, notes, Refer temperature setting, pallet transactions, signature lines, appointment time, arrival time, departure time, cases received, itemized list with description, commodity and supplements. Hazardous materials must be noted on the Bill of Lading. Additionally, temp devices, height, gross weight per pack, and gross volume per pack may also be required depending on the nature of freight. The label is not explicitly detailed, but essential shipment and identification information should be marked.

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

Cartons must have an itemized packing list, itemized Bill of Lading, bold black print markings, description, UPC, shipping case pack, inner carton pack, purchase order number, and country of origin listed. Pallets should have case UPC, product description, master case pack, inner case pack, and unit UPC. All UPCs and fonts on packages must be easily legible.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

Inner Case: Case UPC, Product description, Inner case pack, Unit UPC
Master Case: Case UPC, Product description, Master case pack, Unit UPC
*All U.P.C's and fonts must be easily legible

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

For shipping cartons to Hy-Vee, they must contain an itemized packing list and itemized Bill of Lading with bold black print markings. Each carton should also have a description and UPC, a shipping case pack, an inner carton pack, a purchase order number, and the country of origin. There is no specific mention of GS1 or UCC18 labels or recommended placement in the provided documents.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

A pallet greater than 49" high will be charged for a second pallet.