Kohl's Packaging & Routing Guidelines
Explore Kohl's Packaging Guidelines FAQ: Learn compliant pallet stacking, SKU separation, carton dimensions, and label placement for seamless shipping.
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Can I stack pallets?
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
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?
What are the min dimensions and weights for cartons?
For E‑Commerce GS1‑128 labels, place the carton with its largest surface area down and apply the label on the smallest side in the lower right quadrant. The label should be applied below the seam (if possible) so that the SSCC‑18 barcode does not cross the seam. For Retail DC (Store) GS1‑128 labels, again set the carton with its largest surface area down but place the label on the longest side (not the top) in the lower right quadrant. For cartons less than 7" but more than 3" in height, the label is folded over from the side to the top, with the label positioned no less than 1.25" from the bottom and 3" from the vertical edge, ensuring the part containing the SSCC‑18 barcode remains visible on the side.
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 Kohl's.
Can I stack pallets?
Yes, you can stack pallets. The guidelines specify that purchase orders (POs) should be completely stacked before starting the next one, with a cardboard divider used between layers when shipping multiple POs on a pallet. Also, do not stack the combination of pallets and freight higher than the trailer door. Additionally, if you are able to double stack your freight, you should cube the pallets at 75 CF; if not, cube them at 150 CF.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
No. Each inner pack must contain a single SKU and individual SKUs must be clearly separated within the carton.
Can you mix POs in a single carton?
No, you cannot mix purchase orders in a single carton. The guidelines require that orders (or store orders) be kept together within one carton and do not provide any allowance for multiple POs to be combined in one carton.
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
Yes, you can mix POs on a single pallet. Ensure each PO is fully stacked before adding another, use a cardboard divider between layers, and list all PO numbers on the pallet label.
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Maximum carton dimensions are 36" long x 26" wide x 26" high (92 cm x 66 cm x 66 cm) and the maximum weight is 50 lbs.
What are the min dimensions and weights for cartons?
Minimum carton dimensions are 10" Long x 9" Wide x 3" High and the minimum weight is 3 lbs.
Where do I place the label on a carton?
For E‑Commerce GS1‑128 labels, place the carton with its largest surface area down and apply the label on the smallest side in the lower right quadrant. The label should be applied below the seam (if possible) so that the SSCC‑18 barcode does not cross the seam. For Retail DC (Store) GS1‑128 labels, again set the carton with its largest surface area down but place the label on the longest side (not the top) in the lower right quadrant. For cartons less than 7" but more than 3" in height, the label is folded over from the side to the top, with the label positioned no less than 1.25" from the bottom and 3" from the vertical edge, ensuring the part containing the SSCC‑18 barcode remains visible on the side.
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
For pallets, a pallet label must be applied on all four sides of the pallet load, placed directly on the outside of the shrink wrap. Do not place a GS1-128/SSCC-18 label on the pallet; each carton on the pallet must have its own GS1-128 label. The pallet label should be in bold, legible print and include Kohl’s DC number and address, Kohl’s purchase order number(s), the number of cartons per purchase order, and the pallet sequence number.
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