Pet Supplies Plus Packaging Guidelines

Follow Pet Supplies Plus packaging guidelines: detailed packing lists, proper pallet stacking, carton specs, and GS1-128 label standards for safe shipping.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

All shipments must be accompanied by a detailed packing list/manifest and a Bill of Lading. The packing list/manifest must be attached to the last carton loaded onto the trailer in an envelope clearly marked "Packing List Enclosed."

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Yes, all shipments must be accompanied by a detailed packing list/manifest. The packing list/manifest must be attached to the last carton loaded onto the trailer in an envelope clearly marked, "Packing List Enclosed."

Can pallets be stacked?

Yes, pallets can be stacked. The guidelines specify that consolidated pallets or multiple pallets of product stacked on top of each other should contain a slip-sheet between the product and the pallet. A pallet of product should not exceed 2,500 lbs and should be configured with heavy product on the bottom and light on top.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Pallets should be built with one item where possible. If multiple items are used, like products should be layered together on the same pallet.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

Do not mix SKUs within the same carton.

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

Minimum carton size is 0.3 cubic feet and 3 pounds, with a minimum length on a side of 3". Maximum carton size is 11 cubic feet and 45 pounds, with a maximum length on any side of 34".

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

The maximum weight for shipping cartons is 45 pounds, and the minimum weight is 3 pounds.

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

All shipments must be accompanied by a detailed packing list/manifest and a Bill of Lading. The Bill of Lading must include information in all requested fields, such as carrier name and load ID, list of POs on the load, a clearly marked Master Bill of Lading, and an underlying Bill of Lading for each DC with POs on a shipment. It must also have the driver signature and time stamp, notation of the time in and out, carton total, and loading performed. The packing list/manifest must be attached to the last carton loaded onto the trailer in an envelope clearly marked, "Packing List Enclosed."

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

Carton labels follow GS1-128 SSCC-18 common label formats and must include a Product ID label on the upper right-hand corner of any long side of the carton unless the SKU field in the GS1-128 label is used. The label must not have invalid characters or photocopies, must scan correctly without wrapping or skip lines, and must not be duplicated. The GS1-128 label must also match the number transmitted on the ASN. Common reasons for a label being un-scannable include poor print quality, wrong number of digits, and positional errors.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

Inner packs must have a consistent number of eaches, and each master carton must contain the same quantity of inner packs for a given SKU as per the container loading specifications. Additionally, the PO4 Item Physical Details provides fields for specifying the number of inner containers per outer container (Pack) and the number of eaches per inner container (Inner Pack), indicating their importance in shipments.

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

All cartons being shipped must have a GS1-128 label adhering to the SSCC-18 common label formats. The label requirements follow the standard GS1 guidelines. A Product ID label should be placed in the upper right-hand corner of any long side of the carton; however, this can be omitted if the "SKU" field is used in Zone F of the GS1-128 label. A shipping case GS1-128 label must also include the SSCC-18 UCC code which should match the GS1-128 number transmitted on the ASN. The placement should not interfere with any other UPC or product instructions. All labels must have sufficient quiet space around them and must not bleed off the edge of the label.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

The maximum stack height per pallet is 96" for carton stacking, but the pallets themselves can be stacked at least 2 pallets high.