Threshold Enterprises Packaging Guidelines
Discover Threshold Packaging Guidelines: proper carton/pallet labeling, hardwood pallet standards, and invoicing rules answered in our FAQ.
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Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?
Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?
Can pallets be stacked?
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?
Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?
No, SKUs, lot numbers, and expiration dates must not be mixed in a single case.
What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?
What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?
Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for Threshold Enterprises.
Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?
Packing slips or invoices must indicate the number of cartons or pallets in the shipment and should not be placed inside the cartons. They must accompany all deliveries with a valid purchase order number and be delivered to the specified Threshold facility address.
Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?
All deliveries must be accompanied by a packing slip or invoice with a valid Threshold purchase order number listed. Packing slips or invoices must indicate the number of cartons or pallets in the shipment. Do not place packing slips or invoices inside the cartons.
Can pallets be stacked?
There is no explicit mention of whether pallets can or cannot be stacked. However, pallets must be hardwood 40"x48" minimum B grade quality, Chep and plastic pallets are not acceptable. Broken pallets requiring restacking are the vendor's responsibility at the time of delivery.
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?
SKU's, Lot numbers, and expiration dates must not be mixed in a single case, but there is no explicit mention of purchase orders being mixed within a single carton in the provided documents.
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?
The source material does not provide specific requirements regarding mixing purchase orders within a single pallet. It only addresses labeling requirements for pallets related to purchase order numbers when palletized, without specifying if multiple orders can be mixed.
Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?
The guidelines do not explicitly mention mixing SKUs on a single pallet. They only specify that SKU's, lot numbers, and expiration dates must not be mixed in a single case (carton).
Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?
No, SKUs, lot numbers, and expiration dates must not be mixed in a single case.
What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?
Pallets must be hardwood 40"x48" minimum B grade quality. Chep and plastic pallets are not acceptable.
What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?
Individual cartons may not exceed 50lbs in weight. There is no mention of a minimum weight for cartons.
What are the min max weight requirements for shipping pallets?
There are no specific weight requirements provided for pallets.
What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?
For orders other than small parcel shipments, the bill of lading must list the purchase order number, the total number of pallets, the total number of cartons, the weight of each purchase order, and the complete Vendor name and ship-from address. The bill of lading requirements do not specifically mention where it should be placed.
What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?
For small parcel shipments, each separate carton must be labeled with the purchase order number. If palletized, each pallet should contain the purchase order number. Additionally, cartons must be labeled with "1 of ... , 2 of ... " for multiple packages or "1 of ... , 2 of ... " for pallets. Master and inner packs/products must have scan-able UPC codes.
What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?
Master and inner packs/products must have scan-able UPC codes. SKU's, Lot numbers, and expiration dates must not be mixed in a single case.
What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?
For small parcel shipments, each carton must be labeled with the purchase order number. For small parcel orders with multiple packages, cartons must be labeled "1 of ...", "2 of ...", etc. Packing slips or invoices must not be placed inside the cartons. There is no mention of GS1 or UCC18 labels.
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