Nebraska Furniture Mart Packaging Guidelines

Discover Nebraska Furniture Mart's packaging guidelines. Get answers on packing lists, labels, cartons, pallets, and shipping requirements.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

For small parcel shipments, packing lists must be attached to or included within each carton and/or shipment. For truckload or LTL shipments, delays can occur if packing lists are not available prior to delivery as NFM uses this info for labels. Missing or incomplete packing lists may lead to a $50.00 chargeback. A copy of the packing list must also be emailed prior to arrival at NFM.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

For pallet shipments, a detailed specification of packed goods (Packing List) must accompany all orders shipped to an NFM facility or to Direct to Consumer (D2C) customers. Any missing or partial packing lists will be subject to a chargeback of $50. The packing list must also be emailed to the correct NFM facility prior to arrival or delivery, referencing the NFM PO# in the email subject and/or body. Accurate packing lists reflecting all contents must be emailed to NFM's receiving team ASAP after loading. For Truckload or LTL shipments, packing lists must be available prior to delivery to avoid unloading delays.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Each carton must contain merchandise for only one NFM purchase order, and the outside of each carton in a shipment must reference that purchase order number.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Yes, multiple items and/or POs with the same destination may be combined on a single pallet. All pallets must have outer markings or labels which reflect PO/SKU/Qty included.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet. They must be combined to fill a minimum number of pallets, and all pallets must have outer markings or labels which reflect PO/SKU/Qty included. Multiple items and/or POs with the same destination may be combined on a single pallet.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

No, each carton should contain merchandise for only one NFM purchase order.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Standard pallets are defined as 40"x48" but may vary in sizes up to 48"x48". Goods should be secured with straps or stretch wrap and should not hang over the edge.

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

The maximum dimension for cartons in small parcel shipments is: Length - longest side cannot exceed 48 inches, Width - second longest side cannot exceed 30 inches, Length plus girth cannot exceed 130 inches. Any carton exceeding these dimensions requires LTL shipping.

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

A Bill of Lading (BOL) for shipments to NFM must include the following details:
- All NFM Purchase Order number(s) within shipment
- Number of cartons/pallets for each Purchase Order
- Description of merchandise, including NFM SKU number(s) and product descriptions
- Total actual scale weight and total cubic feet
- NMFC Freight Classification
- Freight terms (default "Prepaid" if not specified)
- Complete origin address and destination address, including zip codes

For Import Shipments:
- Freight forwarder or carrier name and address
- International supplier name and address
- International supplier warehouse, factory, or 3PL provider details
- Ship-to consignee name and address
- Notify party (if applicable)
- NFM Purchase Order number(s)
- Complete description of goods
- Gross and net weight in metric
- INCO Terms: FCA, FOB, or DDU
- 10 digit HTS Code

Additionally, a Packing List must accompany the BOL for each shipment. The BOL should be with the shipment, and documents containing cost information should not be shared with Carriers or NFM Receiving departments.

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

NFM requires carton or pallet labels to include the NFM PO# on the shipping label or outer carton/pallet as well as the SKU#, Model#, or UPC barcode to identify items. If there are multiple units, the quantity per carton or pallet should also be noted. If the Model# has multiple colors or styles, include color or other descriptions. Labels must be visible, readable, and scannable, printed on adhesive labels—not on paper or in sleeves—and applied without wrinkles, marks, or covering the model number. No tape, markings, or additional labels should cover the shipping label. Additional labels should be placed on the same side as the shipping label.

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

For carton labels, NFM requires the label to be visible, readable, and scannable. It should be printed on adhesive shipping labels and not on plain paper or in plastic sleeves. The label should be placed without wrinkles or marks on barcodes and attached as close to the printed model number on the carton as possible, without covering it up. No tape, markings, or additional labels should cover any part of the shipping label. Separate carton content labels are required if all necessary information does not fit on the shipping label. There’s no specific mention of GS1 or UCC18 labels in the provided document, and there's no additional recommended placement guidance mentioned for these labels.