Variety Wholesalers Packaging & Routing Guidelines
Explore Variety Wholesalers packaging guidelines: safe pallet stacking, SKU & carton specs, plus proper label placement for seamless shipping.
These answers are generated by our compliance AI and have not been vetted by a human. Take caution if using this information in your packing flows.
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 carton?
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Minimum carton dimensions are 9" in length, 9" in width, and 3" in height, with a minimum weight of 3LB.
Where do I place the label on a carton?
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
Below you will find a common list of FAQs that our users have when it comes to packaging guidelines for Variety Wholesalers.
Can I stack pallets?
Yes, up to two pallets may be stacked. However, the vendor/shipper is liable for any damage to the merchandise in this configuration.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per carton?
No, only one style number (SKU) is allowed per carton.
Can you mix multiple SKUs per pallet?
Yes, when one SKU per pallet isn’t feasible, multiple SKUs can be mixed as long as the merchandise is grouped by style (SKU) and separated with plastic or paper.
Can you mix POs in a single carton?
No, you cannot mix purchase orders in a single carton. Each carton must contain only one style (and hence one purchase order) as specified by the guidelines.
Can you mix POs in a single pallet?
The guidelines require each pallet to be clearly labeled with a single purchase order and SKU. It is implied that you should not mix POs on a single pallet.
What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?
Maximum carton dimensions: Length 40", Width 24", Height 30"; Maximum weight: 50LB.
What are the min dimensions and weights for cartons?
Minimum carton dimensions are 9" in length, 9" in width, and 3" in height, with a minimum weight of 3LB.
Where do I place the label on a carton?
For carton labels: They must include the Variety Wholesalers Purchase Order Number, Department Number, Vendor Style Number, and SKU, and be clearly placed, stamped, or printed on each carton. Specifically, carton labels should be placed on the top or on the side of each case. For pallet labels (if applicable): Each pallet should be clearly labeled with the destination DC (either Henderson or Newnan) with the label affixed (usually on shrink-wrap) on all four sides of the pallet and include the Variety Wholesalers Purchase Order Number, the number of cartons per pallet, and the SKU.
Where do I place the label on a pallet?
For pallet labels: If the pallet contains only one SKU, the pallet label must be secured to the shrink wrap covering the pallet and affixed on all 4 sides. This label must include the Variety Wholesalers Purchase Order Number, the number of cartons per pallet, and the Variety Wholesalers SKU number. For carton labels: They should be placed on the top or on the side of each case.
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