SportChek Packaging & Routing Guidelines

SportChek Packaging Guidelines FAQ: Expert tips on stacking pallets, SKU/PO mixing, carton specs & label placement for compliant shipping.

Can I stack pallets?

Yes – stacking (including double stacking) is allowed under the manual’s guidelines. However, if the pallet contains fragile merchandise, it must be marked 'Fragile, DO NOT STACK' to indicate that stacking is not permitted.

Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?

Standard bulk cartons must contain only one SKU per carton. However, for FGL shipments (such as Multi SKU Cross Dock cartons or FGL Mixed SKU Cases), multiple SKUs in a single carton are allowed provided each SKU is separated and properly labeled.

Can you mix multiple SKUs per pallet?

No, you cannot mix multiple SKUs per pallet. SKU integrity must be maintained and the same SKU products for the same PO must be grouped and layered together on the same pallet.

Can you mix POs in a single carton?

No, each PO must be packed into separate cartons; you cannot mix POs in a single carton.

Can you mix POs in a single pallet?

Yes, you can mix POs on a single pallet provided they are for the same Ship To location (same distribution region) and a cardboard slip sheet or divider is used to clearly separate the different POs or shipping carton types.

What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?

Maximum carton dimensions are: Length 32" (81.28 cm), Width 22" (55 cm), Height 24" (60 cm). Maximum weight is 40 lbs (18 kg).

What are the min dimensions and weights for cartons?

Minimum carton dimensions are: Length 12 inches (30 cm), Width 12 inches (30 cm), Height 10 inches (25 cm); and Minimum weight is 5 lbs (2 kg).

Where do I place the label on a carton?

For conveyable cartons, affix the 4"x6" MH10/UCC-128 label on the bottom left corner of the longest face (conveyable position) with the SSCC-18 barcode oriented vertically and placed 1"–1.5" from both the bottom and left edges. For non-conveyable cartons, the label must be applied to the short side with the barcode horizontal (vertical lines) and kept flat. If the carton’s height is too short, the barcode remains on the short side and the label may be folded over the top. Additionally, for small cartons, the label must be placed on the lower left of the longest side; placing it on the shortest side results in non-compliance.