McKesson Canada Packaging & Routing Guidelines
Navigate McKesson Canada Packaging Guidelines FAQs on stacking pallets, mixing SKUs, carton sizing, and label placements for compliant 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 pallet?
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Where do I place the label on a carton?
For pallets acting as shipping containers, the GS1 compliant shipping container label (A6 size, 4x6 inches) must be affixed at least 2 inches from each edge – preferably on two adjacent sides. Additionally, if the pallet has weight restrictions or risks product damage when stacked, a clearly visible “Do Not Stack” label must be applied.
Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for McKesson Canada.
Can I stack pallets?
Yes, pallets can be stacked as long as they are not marked with a 'Do Not Stack' label due to weight restrictions or risk of damage. Also, when wrapping, each pallet must be wrapped individually and stacked pallets should not be wrapped together.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
Yes, multiple SKUs can be mixed in a case (carton) provided it’s designated as a mixed case and the case label indicates ‘MIXED, see attached packing list’ with the required detailed packing list attached.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per pallet?
Yes, mixed SKU pallets are allowed. In fact, for mixed SKUs pallets the maximum pallet height including the pallet is 60 inches and they must be built with full and balanced layers.
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
Yes, you can mix multiple purchase orders on a single pallet if they are small. However, each PO must be segregated and clearly labeled with the PO# and total case count. If a complete PO doesn’t fit on one pallet, it may be split over multiple pallets, but like-products must be grouped together.
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Cartons (cases) must not exceed a total weight of 50 lbs. In addition, corrugate cartons must meet one of the following maximum dimension specifications (L x W x H in inches) along with strength criteria: a carton weighing up to 20 lbs may have dimensions up to 40 inches; one weighing up to 35 lbs may have dimensions up to 50 inches; and one weighing up to 40 lbs may have dimensions up to 55 inches.
Where do I place the label on a carton?
For shipping containers (cartons), the label must be A6 size (4 x 6 inches) and placed at least 2 inches from any edge, ideally on two adjacent sides. In addition, if the carton (case) weighs between 40 and 50 lbs, it must be identified as heavy by applying a label or printing “Heavy/Lourd” on two adjacent sides.
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
For pallets acting as shipping containers, the GS1 compliant shipping container label (A6 size, 4x6 inches) must be affixed at least 2 inches from each edge – preferably on two adjacent sides. Additionally, if the pallet has weight restrictions or risks product damage when stacked, a clearly visible “Do Not Stack” label must be applied.
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